Florida Beaches

Your Florida vacations headquarters: This is the best Panama City Beach Hotel of all Panama City Beach hotels for family vacations and college spring break.

Welcome to the Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida. Known as "The Fun Place," the Sandpiper Beacon is one of the most popular hotel and resorts for family vacations on the Florida Gulf Coast. Located directly on the sugar white sand Florida beaches and sparkling emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico, our Panama City Beach hotel resort offers people on Florida vacations so many recreational activities for different age groups, that most guests never even leave the property!

With over 1000 feet of spectacular beach frontage, the Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort is the perfect choice for Florida family vacations. Grownups can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, unwind with a cool beverage, and relax on the "world's most beautiful beaches." At the end of the day, have a seat at the Tiki Bar and marvel at the breathtaking copper-tinted sunset.

Anyone enjoying Florida vacations in Panama City Beach will relish the many activities we have waiting for them here at our resort, the best of Panama City Beach hotels, the Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort.

Over 1000 feet of sand & surf on the most beautiful of Florida beaches - Panama City Beach
Onsite amenities for your Florida family vacation include:
- Indoor heated pool
- Lazy River Ride
- Turbo Slide
- Miniature golf course

Sandpiper Beacon now features
Wi-Fi Internet access!

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Beachside Contests & games

have fun while playing in the sun!

Each day for Sandpiper guests we have beachside games and contests for your fun and enjoyment. Experience the tug-o-war, sandcastle building contests, water balloon toss, and hula hoop contest etc. Professionally hosted by Sandpiper staff to complete your beach vacation experience.

face painting

let their imagination run wild...

The possibilities are endless... watch the magic as your child is transformed into an amazing butterfly, lovable puppy, growling tiger, or their favorite Superhero! The Sandpiper's professional, award-winning face painter will really add the "WOW" Factor and bring smiles to faces.

balloon art

perfect for pirates & princesses

Balloon animals and balloon hats are always popular with children young and old! Creations can be simple pirate cutlasses made with just two balloons, or much more complex creations - guaranteed fun!

wacky hair night

something different...

Why not add some bright colors and sparkles to that hair? Something different to make your children feel like superstars, and really let their imagination run wild! Great for FUN family photos, and memories that will last a lifetime!

magic & illusion shows

wonder and amazement...

The Sandpiper Beacon's very own World class master of illusions will perform close-up magic tricks right before your very eyes. You'll be left wondering "how did he do that?!" with your jaw on the floor! Floating dollar bills, card tricks, and all round family-fun good times!

polynesian luau and fire dancing show

a taste of the world...

Come and experience a spectacular and authentic show. Witness the songs and dances of French Polynesia, Hawaii, Samoa and New Zealand. Energetic native entertainers provide live background music, hula lessons, and fire knife performances in the Tiki Bar.

graduation

a special reward...

You've graduated from School and you're looking for a fun-packed Panama City Beach Hotel to celebrate and relax with your friends. The Sandpiper Beacon has it all: beach volleyball, dancing in the Resort's Tiki Bar, a 2 story turbo waterslide, and many more incredible amenities just for you...

Glitter Tattoos

Sparkle in the sun...

Be dazzled by a stunning collection of beach themed temporary glitter tattoos, or have your name / sports team logo temporarily tattooed on you in vivid colors. Don't worry, tattoos are easily removed, and are 100% non-toxic.

Ladies Nights in the sandpiper tiki bar

drink specials all night

Bring the ladies in your group to The Tiki Bar, or ladies, leave the guys behind and have a night just for yourselves... with live music and entertainment, or karaoke, there's always something fun going on to keep you entertained! Also available for the younger ladies in your group, Special non-alcoholic cocktails.

Karaoke

You're the star...

Show everyone how well you can sing your favorite pop, country, or top 40 songs from the 70's 80's 90's or today... Think you've got what it takes to be the next Tiki Bar Idol? Grab the microphone, get on stage and don't forget the lyrics!

panama city beach spring break (college)

The spring break fun place!

The Sandpiper Beacon is a well-known Spring Break Hot-Spot in Panama City Beach.

Find out why we're known as "The Spring Break Fun Place... where the Fun knows no boundaries!"

spring break (family)

memories that last a lifetime...

The Sandpiper Beacon is committed to providing you with much more than just a place to stay... every day during your Spring Break vacation there will be lots of activities and entertainment available here at the Hotel to maximize your Panama City Beach vacation experience.

Gulf Coast horse show

see it to believe it...

The Gulf Coast Charity Horse Show & Music Festival is always held the last full weekend in April each year. See award winning, championship bred horses perform. Enjoy the show and great food as money is raised for charity.

Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally

where chrome meets rubber

The Sandpiper Beacon Hotel and Resort is the original Biker Headquarters during the Thunder Beach motorcycle events in Panama City! Even if you're not a Biker this exciting event is fun for all the family!
Read more about Thunder Beach Panama City here.

Panama City beach wine and jazz festival

Feel the breeze...

The Panama City Beach Seabreeze Jazz Festival features some of the most skilled jazz musicians in the world. Taking over Pier Park, located less than one mile away, for a weekend of incredible music, food, wine and all around good-times.

meet the easter bunny!

and get a special easter basket...

Bring the kids to Panama City Beach and meet the Easter Bunny! Keep them entertained and amused with fun, games and contests! Sure to bring smiles to faces and fun vacation memories.

17403 Front Beach Rd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32413