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The Driftwood Lodge

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8.8

Good (471 ratings)

Panama City Beach, United States - 

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350 m Pier Park

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420 m Russell-Fields Pier

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490 m Gulf World Marine Park

Hotel Overview

The Driftwood Lodge in Panama City Beach is a hotel that has been reviewed by numerous guests. Based on these reviews, it offers a range of experiences, both positive and negative. This quaint lodge, set in the heart of Panama City Beach, attracts visitors with its charm, location, and amenities, but like any property, it comes with its own set of challenges according to guest feedback.

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Hotel highlights

  1. Beachfront Location: Situated directly on the beach, offering easy access to the sand and sea.
  2. Friendly Staff: Employees are noted for being very welcoming and helpful.
  3. Cleanliness: High standards of cleanliness are consistently mentioned in reviews.
  4. Amenities: The pool and beach access are particularly appreciated by guests.
  5. Family Friendly: The lodge is seen as a great place for families, offering activities suitable for children.
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Area for improvement

  1. Outdated Decor: Some guests feel that the interior could use an update to reflect more modern tastes.
  2. Noise Levels: Due to its popularity and location, noise can sometimes be an issue for guests.
  3. Limited Parking: Finding parking can be difficult, especially during peak times.
  4. Room Availability: High demand can lead to difficulties in securing a preferred room type.
  5. Inconsistent Wi-Fi: Some guests have reported issues with the reliability of the Wi-Fi service.

Amenities

Kids pool

Microwave

Extra beds/cribs

Toys/Games

Pool

Hot Tub

Laundry

Laundry

Free WiFi

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Total 471 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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8.8

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expedia

471 Reviews

8.8 / 10

Hotel Quality

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The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 46

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Number of floors 2

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Number of buildings/towers 3

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Year Built 1950

WiFi Quality

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Idle

24

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124

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131

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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group video calls

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online streaming

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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What's nearby

Pier Park

350 m

Russell-Fields Pier

420 m

Gulf World Marine Park

490 m

Frank Brown Park

1.5 km

Shipwreck Island Waterpark

3 km

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Airports Nearby

Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP)

9 km

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Restaurants

Tootsies Orchid Lounge

490 m

Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant

980 m

McDonald's

1.05 km

Buffalo Wild Wings

560 m

Margaritaville

630 m

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Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.8 - $1.8

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Coffee

$1.7 - $6.9

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Beer 0.5L

$1.2 - $1.6

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$13.8 - $41.5

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$1.4 - $1.4

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$41.5 - $110.6

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$7 - $16.6

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McMeal at McDonalds

$11.1 - $11.1

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$1.8 - $2.8

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Public transport, monthly pass

$62.2

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.7 - $1

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$23 - $41.5

Weather In Panama City Beach

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Traffic around property

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Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.

House Rules

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Check in after 16:00

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Check out until 10:00

Children welcome

No pets

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