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Banana Peel Resort

Panama City - FL · United States

12832 Front Beach RdView location

6.4/10Good373 Reviews
Cleanliness6.2/106.2
Service7.4/107.4
Comfort6.2/106.2
Condition5.6/105.6
Amenities5.6/105.6
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About Banana Peel Resort

When you stay at Banana Peel Resort in Panama City Beach, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Gulf World Marine Park. This motel is 3. 7 mi (6 km) from Pier Park and 3. 1 mi (4.

9 km) from Ripley's Believe It or Not. Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Satisfy your appetite at the motel's coffee shop/café, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the bar/lounge or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.

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With a stay at Banana Peel Lodge in Panama City Beach, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Panama City Beaches and Thomas Drive. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Pier Park and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Frank Brown Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Property Registration Number 1111111111
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Panama City Beaches 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
M.B. Miller County Pier 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Goofy Golf 1 km / 0.6 mi
Edgewater Gulf Beach 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Panama City Beach Public Library 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Shipwreck Island Waterpark 1.6 km / 1 mi
Holiday Golf Club 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Hidden Lagoon Golf and Racetrack 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Rockit Lanes 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Wilders World 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Golf Course at Edgewater 3 km / 1.8 mi
Thomas Drive 4.4 km / 2.8 mi
Ripley's Believe It or Not 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Coconut Creek Family Fun Park 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Breakfast Point Academy 4.6 km / 2.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 41
  • motel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Wi-fi
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG

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  • QUADRUPLE POOL VIEWQUADRUPLE • POOL VIEWQUA.VP

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    POOL VIEW

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    Room code: QUA.VP

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • SUITE KING BED NON SMOKINGSUITE • KING BED NON SMOKINGSUI.KG-NM

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    SUITE KING BED NON SMOKING

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    SUITE
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    KING BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: SUI.KG-NM

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  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.QN

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  • SUITE POOL VIEWSUITE • POOL VIEWSUI.VP

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    SUITE POOL VIEW

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    POOL VIEW

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    Room code: SUI.VP

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  • SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDSSUITE • TWO QUEEN BEDSSUI.2Q

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    SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: SUI.2Q

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  • SUITE DELUXE KING BEDSUITE • DELUXE KING BEDSUI.DX-KG

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    SUITE DELUXE KING BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: SUI.DX-KG

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Banana Peel Resort

6.4
Good
373 Reviews
Cleanliness
6.2 /10
Service
7.4 /10
Comfort
6.2 /10
Condition
5.6 /10
Amenities
5.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Terri
Decent for a weekend 👍I think it's a cheap quick stay
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jun 2026
Fredrick
Clean room, No Bugs, but very basic only has a fridge, bed, 2 night stands with no drawers and a tv with 1 channel.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2026
Angela
Room was very clean pool could use some TLC. Staff was so nice and helpful!!
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Dylan
I genuinely enjoyed my stay. My wife and I planned a last minute trip to the beach for our anniversary, and we’re both so glad we picked here. It’s right across the street from the beach, there’s a great coffee shop right next door, there’s a great restaurant just two buildings down, and best part of all is that it’s affordable. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a weekend getaway. And Mrs. Niki was great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Debbie
I’d stay again
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
25 Jun 2026
Haleigh
Did not even stay. Walked in the room and there was dirt everywhere. The air was extremely musty. The top lock on our door was broken. There were no comforters on the bed. The table was broken. And the bathroom was absolutely disgusting. Walking outside it smelled like weed, and at night had no lighting. Everything there made me scared for my safety.
Friends
2/10
Poor
24 Jun 2026
Robin
This property was absolutely horrible!! We didn't even go inside. Very scary for 2 60+ year old women and 2 teenage girls!! The window units were hanging out of windows, rust running down the outside walls!! Very seedy place. Their advertisment was completely misleading, it shows a nice hotel on the beach, it is not! They did refund my $ immediately. I don't recommend this place at all.
8/10
Excellent
21 Jun 2026
Morris
Nice and quiet
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
21 Jun 2026
Gracie
Dirty room, no hand soap, literally no blanket comforter quilt or anything for warmth, toilet flushed 1/3 of the time, the store in photos is not there anymore, the entire inside and outside are empty and rundown. Photos are extremely inaccurate and outdated. I also had banging my door throughout the night and was very scared. Please do not stay here!!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Adrienne
Manger was amazing and very sweet! Can’t wait to come back again
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
16 Jun 2026
Clemente
No parking
Staff was unavailable
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Lacie
We love the Banana Peel. It's the most perfect old school beach motel. Very clean, everyone is so friendly and helpful. This was our fourth stay at the Banana Peel. Nothing fancy, very laid back.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2026
Tova
The staff was amazing! Rooms were very clean and the beds were super comfortable. The appearance online was a little misleading to the property currently. There is new management and they are working hard to make it better. Its in a great location and close to everything. The beach is a short walk across the street.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
12 Jun 2026
Larry
There was bugs and very dirty. I will never stay there again
2/10
Poor
12 Jun 2026
Brittani
This listing is complete and total false advertising. The entire property smells of cigarettes and vomit. The floor had literally brown dirt and slime on the floor, bugs in the bed and floor. We didn’t even touch anything we checked out immediately and the lady was like “okay, bye” like it was just an average day. I have disputed the charge and called the health department. The is no way someone wouldn’t catch live or scabies from this place and I don’t even want to know what the pool would do to them.
Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Jun 2026
Dustin
Staff was friendly and helpful with any questions. The pool was disgusting with algae growing all around it. There were two picnic tables for you to sit at even if you wanted to go to the pool because the other chairs were dry rotted with holes in them. The rooms were terrible, nothing like the photos pictured. The blinds looked so gross that did not even want to touch them. The floors were so bad that we had to use a towel and clean them before we could even walk on them. We literally wore our shoes the entire time we were there until we got to the bed. There was no trashcan in the room and no comforter on the bed other than a sheet. There were two positives about the hotel, the bed slept great, and it was very close to the beach, other than that I wouldn’t recommend to anyone. We will never stay here again.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
07 Jun 2026
Betsy
The pictures are very deceiving. It is very rundown. We couldn’t use the pool as it was gross. The room was clean but very run down. The bed had a sheet and a blanket folded over. There is no door separating the bathroom from the sleeping area (very much a surprise). It was in a convenient location with plenty of restaurants and across the street from the beach. The staff (one person) was always kind and helpful. With even a little bit of work the whole outside could be so much more appealing-empty flower pots, weeds in the flower beds-most of the outdoor furniture was broken (get rid of all the outside furniture and unusable stuff in the courtyard). The motel lobby at one time was a deli and had a lot of unnecessary unused equipment in it. The out side of the motel needed cleaning up s well.
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jun 2026
Logan
Pool wasn’t clean water got all in the floor when showering tv in room didn’t work couldn’t connect to wifi
Partner
2/10
Poor
06 Jun 2026
talor
Didn't even stay at the property after arriving. Room was not as pictured at all, pool was dirty and closed. Roaches inside and outside the room. The room was disgusting and bed sheets were stained. People were outside our window talking to themselves. We left after I took photos for complaint and found a whole new hotel to stay at. I highly DON'T recommend.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Dylan
When going to PCB I wouldn’t stay anywhere else! I have loved staying here for years and hope to for years to come. My grandkids absolutely love the resort!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
22 May 2026
Misty
The beds were hard as a rock. The TV would not work and it was very small TV. The pool was closed down by the health department. The Place was an older place. That’s probably seen it better years but they kept it clean. There was nothing special about for anything the kids to do is just conveniently close to the beach you will walk across the street at here to go down to the beach the guy that was running The Place. He was super helpful, real sweet. We only stayed one night.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Noemi
Everything was great
Very pcacefull
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
08 May 2026
Olyan
The pictures from the site do not match what the place looks like. The pictures make the place look amazing but in person theres alot to be desired. Staff was awesome thought could call and they answer right away. The bed was very comfortable. It has alot of potential. Very close to all kinda fun stuff
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2026
Peter
I didn't use the room as the event was washed out. So I cannot give a fair assessment.
But some of the reviews are concerning regarding bed sheets and a missing microwave.
2/10
Poor
28 Apr 2026
Bryan
The pictures must have been taken 10 years ago because it doesn’t look like it at all now
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
CHRISTOPHER
Was good
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
15 Apr 2026
Nerita
The toilet had poop in it when we arrived and the bed sheets had stains on them. It looks like they were trying to renovate but never completed it so the hotel isn’t very well put together. The front desk receptionist was nice but wasn’t available to accommodate at all times.
2/10
Poor
14 Apr 2026
Trevor
Worst place I’ve ever stayed
2/10
Poor
03 Apr 2026
niesha
Property's photos were very deceiving, hotel was ran down and not well kept. Parking was super limited. It felt a little sketchy and I didn't feel safe. The staff was ok but seemed bothered when we requested a refund to terminate our stay. We stayed 1 night and booked another location for the rest of our stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
Diana
Parking right in front of motel. Rooms do not have microwaves but have small fridge. Room was clean and bed was comfy.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
22 Mar 2026
Lakesha Rena
The staff was nice, and parking was adequate. The room was decent but not the cleanest. I would recommend going again, but be sure to bring essential amenities like tissue paper, clean towels, and face towels.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Stantecia
Lovedddd it literally by everything
Business
2/10
Poor
10 Feb 2026
Aly
…
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2026
Robert
It was worth the stay, quiet but keep your head on a swivel, suspicious occupants lurked.
Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2026
Diana
Love the rooms cheap and convenient to beach. Stayed in room above pool. Only had a heater ac unit . Two bedrooms stayed a little cold.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Nov 2025
Andraya
Its a no trill motel. The rooms could use updating. The staff are great.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2025
Amber
Staff is always friendly, room is clean.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Jeff
Ok needs work
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
16 Oct 2025
Richard
The gentleman at desk was super nice. That’s where the hotel is at its best.
8/10
Excellent
13 Oct 2025
Calvin
Friendly staff. Set up for cheap fun stay, no frills but laid back vibe. Pool open 24 hrs.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Keith
It was clean people were nice and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Crystal
Just old and could use some upkeep.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
02 Sep 2025
J

3 stars because it’s old and spot repaired but ok!

Average and you can tell they really are trying very hard to make it a good experience within the confines of a very limited budget. Staff was awesome! To be where it is so close to the beach at the price it was then I say awesome deal. They really make sure the no smoking is enforced. It wasn’t until the day we were checking out you had some nerd smoking the funny cigarettes and invading everyone’s breathing space. Others obeyed the rules and smoked in the proper areas.
Partner
4/10
Poor
29 Aug 2025
Reneka
Their rooms look nothing like the pictures..plus they lie about you getting deposit back
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
25 Aug 2025
Patrick

Not appealing

Full time tenets little sketchy, but close to the beach save. 100 a night from across the street H.D.inn
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
Michael
The room was large. And clean. Beds soft sheets clean and fresh. God towels. Needed more lights. The toilet was wobbly, but I mean I'd gladly stay there again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
Claudia
Really great service in terms of the reception-- so friendly/warm and helpful! There is a little store there, too, with things you might need/might have forgotten, and they can make daiquiris for you (with or without alcohol).

The rooms are VERY basic. Floors not clean enought for me to walk comfortably barefoot (I would recommend bringing flip-flops), but shower etc. was clean and the bed was clean. No blankets; just a single top-sheet. The common area (pool etc) inside the Lodge is pretty.

The best thing about this motel is the location. It is right across the street from the beach, but for a budget price. Cute coffeehouse next door with good breakfast. No, you cannot see the beach as it is blocked by the high rise in front, but you can walk right across the street and you are there. The water is wonderful in this part of Florida-- clear with a turquoise/emerald hue and white sand. Wonderful to swim in!


10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Amber

Little getaway

Beds were awesome!! Only complaint is that we weren’t there long enough!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Miranda
All around great stay. Check in and out was seamless. Front desk members were friendly and great. All common areas were clean. Hotel has everything that you need.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Tricia
Pool
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Jesus
Very nice staff area was clean awesome pool great experience
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
08 Aug 2025
Malissa
I would love to get a refund, at least a partial one! Let me just say, the pictures in no way matches the hotel. The place is dirty and run down. They had 3 window unit ACs that were placed into the walls. It was HOT the entire stay. There is no microwave, coffee maker, soap, TP. No comforter or blanket on the beds, just fitted and flat sheet. There were no towels at all. I called down to let the staff know and then had to walk down and pick them up myself. The room had not been cleaned, even though we were told we couldn't check in 30 mins early because they were still cleaning it. The door had previously been kicked in and hasn't very secured. The bathroom door was one of those folding shutter doors with no lock. Bathroom was filthy. Big dining table for 6 but the only thing in the kitchen was a makeshift counter top with a tiny sink and a beverage cooler and small mini frigde. No cups, no paper towels, no ice machine to get ice from. For 2 nights, I paid $405, I would not recommend anyone staying here. A staff member told us that the owner knows they get horrible reviews but they don't care. Was told this when we had to call down to get someone to come kill the ants crawling around on the counter top. I was so disappointed. Please stay anywhere else. The pool was cloudy and has fake grass mat all around it with trash everywhere and I'm sure so many germs in that fake turf. There were no cushions for large loungers they have. I'd give 0 stars if possible. Not as portray
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
05 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Catfished

We felt very catfished by the lovely photos of this “resort.” The chairs by the pool were completely torn up and most didn’t even have cushions. The floors in the room were filthy, I needed to wear flip flops 24/7. The beds are just a sheet set, no blanket. We asked the front desk for a blanket and they gave us a mattress pad/cover. The bathroom was the dirtiest of all. The tv was maybe 32 inches and we didn’t have a remote. The pictures were very very deceiving. Also we had to wear bracelets to be on the property which we found weird for somewhere that didn’t resemble a resort in the slightest. No visitor hours or visitors allowed at all. The staff however was very friendly which was nice.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jul 2025
Carina
No food options, bed did not have blankets. And pictures are not what it looks like. Okay place if you just need a place to sleep.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jul 2025
Michael
Had a good.time, friendlu but no 24 staffing.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jul 2025
Jenilee
Room was outdated with mold, water damage, and smelled like smoke. Neighbor smoked all night—awful experience.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Osvaldo
Good for the price. Staff is nice and friendly. Pool is open all night . Close to shops and pier.
Friends
2/10
Poor
23 Jul 2025
Jessica
Terrible. We are from Tennessee and stayed here for 2 hours. Absolutely a nightmare. Needless to say the fire marshall and code enforcement paid them a visit. The owner lady was super nice but no blankets on the beds and apparently this happens to all guests, ant infestation, refrigerator broken and food spoiled, door wouldn’t close to lock, extension chords running through the floor because outlets didn’t work and sparks fly when you plug in phone, etc. and pool was green and unusable. No parking!!! Please be aware this is not just a hotel it’s a bar!!!! They also told me I would be refunded but then wouldn’t answer the request from Expedia! Luckily I was still in town and went to the office and videoed the owner and pleaded with her and she accepted the refund request immediately. Please note you will have to pressure them to receive a refund!!! I would submit pictures but it won’t let me!!!! No lights worked in our unit. It was the suite #143. Terrible!!!!!
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
22 Jul 2025
Ashley

I mean.. it serves its purpose I guess

We stayed here for 2 nights as our halfway mark home from a trip in the keys. Positives: staff is very nice & it’s right across the street from beach access so you get that closeness without paying beachfront prices. Negatives … it’s more of a rundown motel vibe and the other guests tracked with that. Drunk parents with screaming baybay kids in the pool all hours of the night, the room was absolutely disgusting. And there are no blankets. Like, they only make the beds with a fitted and flat sheet. Never seen that before. All the furniture at the pool is broken. It does have an outside shower to rinse off when you get back from the beach so that’s good. It definitely needs a deep clean though. There is not kitchen in the unit so I was very surprised to find a frying pan in the bathroom but the more I looked around, the less surprised I was. lol.
Partner
2/10
Poor
22 Jul 2025
Zeth
Absolutely mortified with the service this hotel provides
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2025
shannon
i enjoyed my stay other than the delayed check in but the staff was very kind and the room was very nice. i would definitely recommend this hotel to others
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jul 2025
Thomas
It’s chap for a reason
Business Family
2/10
Poor
21 Jul 2025
Jerome

Major Disappointment

We booked this hotel based on the photos and location of the hotel. The hotel was nothing as advertised on your site. I am going to send photos and request a refund. He pool was green and couldn’t be used, water stains on the ceiling and countless roaches. I need a refund.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
21 Jul 2025
Sandra
Couldn't sleep. Noisy at 1am -3am. Never got towels after I asked 3 times kindly.
Business_and_leisure Family
2/10
Poor
20 Jul 2025
Carrie
Noisy. People outside of rooms all night and day. Pool did not work the entire stay. Was given towels one time when returning the others was told “none are clean” every time and we stayed 3 nights. Broke glass all over the walking area to the rooms. The outside furniture did not even have cushions aside from a broke down couch lounge and a couple chairs around the pool that we could not use. I deliberately stayed her due to prior reviews but I have no idea how they are accurate. On the plus no bed bugs
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2025
Dandree
The location was nice. But the room for the price. First off waited longer for a room. Then got the room and there was no light in the ceiling, no microwave, no coffee maker, and one hand towel. Then the bedding consider of a fitted sheet and flat sheet. No ice maker and for it to be in a great location let just say ghetto sums it up. First night someone walked up to us asking us if we were in a certain room… watched and listen to women arguing. Second night it was a couple arguing upstairs. It was just not a place that as a mother I would want my kids to be again. There was a woman walking around half naked like a woman of the night. Grown man screaming in the pool. It just wasn’t my best experience. But I see most people say you get what you pay for. I need to know there price per night lol. 300 a night I expect a lot more then that.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
15 Jul 2025
Diana
The pool was green the entire stay and cloudy. By Sunday there was no way anyone was getting in it. There’s a tiny tv and the room is bare. Only a sheet. The staff was great but the property leaves alot to be desired.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Sabrina
The pool was very green, and parking was very limited. Other than that, we actually had a wonderful stay! The beds were way more comfortable than some high end hotel beds. This location is conveniently located to everything you need.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2025
Sharon
Customer Service
2/10
Poor
13 Jul 2025
Dena

Disappointing misled stay - would not recommend

Our experience at this hotel was extremely disappointing. The room looked nothing like the pictures advertised online — it felt like we had walked into a completely different place. When we arrived, we discovered there were no blankets, no soap, and not even a toilet paper holder in the bathroom.

We asked the front desk for blankets and were told they would bring them, but no one ever followed through, which made our stay even more uncomfortable. The floors looked like they hadn’t been cleaned in ages, and there was only one usable outlet near the bed— very inconvenient for charging devices or using any electronics.

We expected at least the basic necessities and a clean, functional space, but unfortunately, those expectations were not met. Overall, we were very dissatisfied with our visit and would not recommend this hotel to others.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2025
Marsha
We stayed here for one night in the quadruple room. We were told that there were 4 queen beds but there was 3 queen beds and a set of bunk beds. You can tell they are updating the room but half of the outlets and lights did not work. We saw a few baby roaches. The floors were dirty. We liked the table in the kitchen area and the sitting room. The pool area was nice but nothing like the pictures. The patio furniture was missing cushions.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jul 2025
Angel
It needs major updates. The staff were nice. You have to cross the street to get to the beach which was close
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
09 Jul 2025
breanna
I would mark this as inhabitable. We did not stay here and I paid $282.75 on Expedia and $94 when arriving to the Lodge for a 2 bed options as my dad and step mom chose
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2025
GIGI
Comfortable. Great location
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2025
David
Safe location beach access clean big rooms and the staff was friendly
4/10
Poor
07 Jul 2025
Vanna

What a shame.

Booked a double queen with bunk beds with Hotels.com, received a double queen. After being on the phone for 3 hours hotels told me it was my fault for looking at the pictures instead of reading fine print. Myself and 4 others had to sleep in two beds, the entire area was booked for my dates. The hotel refused to clean rooms and only gave fresh towels if i called the desk. I had to get a broom and clean myself. They will bring a garbage bag but wont change the garbage. The pool was cloudy and had hair and fake grass and lint floating in it. Just a huge petri dish. Ive stayed here for 7 years but the new owners ruined it. Flat old dirty pillows but a hard brand new mattress. You get a sheet on your bed but if you ask for a blanket you get a throw. Lighting is very poor inside. Wifi froze every few minutes so watching tv was impossible without my hotspot for the roku. No microwave. I travel a lot but will never use hotels again and wont stay at this property. The only good thing about it was decent air conditioning, no bugs and hot showers.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
06 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Very Disappointed

Well I got there late but communicated with front desk several times before driving over 2 hours and to get there and get a key to a Room where someone else was Already staying was kinda Dangerous,Then went back to front it was close so me n my kid sat in Car to finally see the guy come back up front after knocking on window he finally comes then he was saying it had to be a mistake but during this time a guy come in and stated he was waiting on his Room also so then the guy tells me he’s sorry but they don’t have anymore Rooms so I had to drive over 2 hours back home, and wasn’t any kinda accommodating me only a Refund and a Apology very Disappointed
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
05 Jul 2025
Daniel
2.5 hours late check in cause rooms were not ready and dirty, no towels in room, had to request several times for towels, internet was not avaliable. Room was still dirty when we got in and shower area wasnt clean very disgusted.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2025
Billy
My stay was amazing was a 100 dollar deposit but wasnt terrible the pool area was very clean and taking care of bed was comfy wasnt bad could literally walk to the beach best budget hotel ive been to in a while
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2025
Sheena
First off I want to say staff was very kind and helpful when asked. There is a lot of work needing done. Cleaning could be better but I am OCD. The sink had a slow drain but eventually would drain. The beds need to have blakests guys not everyone brings blankets ...we did so we were fine. All in all I felt safe and it was a place to lay our head. Hurricane Micheal turned Panama City upside down. I did see them working on the old lobby so I feel next time may be a better stay as far as cleanliness because they do seem to be working on the property and that takes time and money. If you are boujee go somewhere else...... If you don't mind a bit of outdated things you will enjoy. We chose fun over fancy. THERE WAS NO BUGS and I think we even stayed by a permanent tenant who were a very nice family with children. God bless them!
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
02 Jul 2025
Rachel
Definitely don’t stay here…
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jul 2025
Ishmael
It’s alright
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2025
shaun
Clean, Safe stay. Great location. Traveling with my two children and elderly mother. Nice place for Family or singles. Hope to be back in October for bike week.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2025
Dwayne
We had a good time at this establishment. The rooms were fairly clean but lacked usable garment storage during our stay. The air conditioner above our room was dripping water on to the entry door to our room. This was very aggravating. All-in-all, the office personnel and staff were very friendly and helpful, but the repairs done to fix the air conditioning, were substandard, effective, but not correct.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Jun 2025
Theresa
There was only two beds, no night stand and one unplugged upright lamp. The TV was ridiculously small. It didn't qualify as a hotel room. The foreign desk clerk was hard to understand.
I went straight back to the front desk and handed him the key and paperwork, telling him I couldn't stay there- it didn't even look like a hotel, and walked out.
I doubt I can get a refund, and will think twice about using Expedia again. So disappointed.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
28 Jun 2025
Ashley

Roaches

I checked into Banana Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, FL yesterday, and unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. While the room resembled a small apartment and had potential, it was infested with roaches. This made the stay extremely uncomfortable and unacceptable. I am requesting a refund and, based on this experience, I do not recommend staying here
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2025
Marie
The front desk worker was nice and let us check in early. It’s very confusing on how to get in and find your room as you have to walk down a dingy hallway to get in. The room was alright. The TV was a size of a computer monitor so I wasn’t a fan.. the only thing that saved the trip for me was how comfortable the bed was! Also. Make sure to bring your own comforter as you only get a top sheet, no blanket. Overall, it was alright just for the night but this wouldn’t be my top choice. Just thankful it was in walking distance to the beach!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2025
Tyler

Not worth it.

They offered no room service. Had to go and get amenities for yourself in the front office. No dressers or hangers for clothing items, had to live out of our suitcases. And had a huge ant problem in our bathroom. In the middle of a remodel. The staff was nice on a positive note.
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
22 Jun 2025
April
The people that were working there were nice. The office was stocked with drinks and snacks which was great. They had a pool table and a bar. Across the road from the beach. I didn',t like the artificial turf around the pool. It was gross and the water was super hot like a hot tub. Not hot from sunshine hot. Hate getting a room with a pool I can't swim in. Didn't get a blanket on the bed. Just a sheet which was weird the floor is tile and felt greasy. Had to wear shoes the whole time. Parking is very small strip. The place run down and needs a lot of work. Not worth 200 bucks a night!!!!!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2025
Kayla
This is the cheapest room we could find so close to the beach. I wasn’t expecting much. The front desk employee was very accommodating. We were missing towel and blankets. There had a mishap with the maids. A couple other rooms were missing towels as well but the manager came later and restocked them.
Our room was not swept but everything else seemed clean. There is no microwave but there’s a community one by the office. The outdoor space is nice, it had a lot of action going on on the front street but the community area felt safe. I’ve definitely experienced worse. But of course, better as well. For the price compared to the others is was what we needed, a safe place to sleep and shower.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Adam
Very friendly staff. Clean and in walking distance to beach and lovely coffee shop. Pool was clean.
Business Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Katiriadeliz
Fun adventures pool is heated they have a fire pit pretty dope love the outside bluelights
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jun 2025
Thundero
It was ok
2/10
Poor
16 Jun 2025
Scotty
Very misleading nothing I could picture showed had to walk more than 500 ft each way to get to the beach cool was never cleaned out the whole time we was there hair other things floating on top of the water bathroom door half torn off he had to tiptoe to get to the bathroom sink has a homemade basing no microwave no coffee maker $100 deposit extra that was not mentioned when I got there but like I said if you go by the pictures they show very misleading shouldn't be allowed to be a law against it
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Wesley
Staff was friendly. Bed was comfy. Generally fairly quiet. Floors were sticky. AC was inconsistent, temp/fan fluctuated even though it was set to ON, so I kept getting warm and cold.
Self
2/10
Poor
16 Jun 2025
Timothy
Hotel is extremely run down. Room was covered in sand including the bed. TV had wires hanging out of it and the whole outlet for the TV was ripped out of the wall. The shower was stained and also filled with sand. When I requested a refund the staff dismissed the idea and then continued to try to sell how great the hotel was. After working with Hotels.com I was able to get a refund for 1 night but as of writing this the hotel has not given me my security deposit back. I would not stay here unless it is absolutely necessary. STAY AWAY.
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Alec
It was a nice homey environment. While the room we stayed in definitely could have used some work, the mom and daughter ( I think ) that run the place are so very kind. The pool area was nice, and overall I would love to go back and would love to see some improvements on the rooms.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Kaden
I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice place to stay.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
12 Jun 2025
Monica
Room is so small and the whole area of the property seems like it was already condemned. The photos are so misleading. I felt unsafe and disgusted. First room had a fire ant infestation. So I moved a room. Second room had roaches. So I got a full refund thankfully and left. Only upside was the staff was friendly and kind and prompt to give me a refund and work with me to change rooms when I first did that. Not even worth adding photos. Just don’t stay there.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Flora
Great place, people were super nice, definetly a go to for a budget trip where you are not in your room a lot of time. Will definetly come back
Leisure Family

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Banana Peel Resort
12832 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, United States

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