Title: Santa Monica Travel Guide: Best of Santa Monica, Panama City Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Santa Monica](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Monica-Panama-City-Beach-Hotels.0-n553248635976470110-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Panama City Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Panama-City-Beach.d8021.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Panama City Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Panama-City-Beach.d8021.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Santa Monica Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Monica.d553248635976470110.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Monica Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Monica.d553248635976470110.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Santa Monica Travel Guide ## Panama City Beach ## Visit Santa Monica Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Panama City Beach travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Beach.dx8021) --- ### Popular places to visit ![A walking path with water feature and homes in Alys Beach, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977231295/93d5b6a0-cec9-4f16-afb5-815c4e1d6711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alys Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Alys Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alys-Beach-Panama-City-Beach.d553248635977231295.Attraction) ![Florida Panhandle which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127809/a3bad5c5-fbf7-45a4-a88c-d8a1b661e734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pier Park 4/5(4 reviews) Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pier-Park-Panama-City-Beach.d6127809.Attraction) ![BX40PG Colorful, beach homes at Carillon Beach, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301416/f6471bc4-d2e7-412c-9a01-544778daab72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carillon Beach 4/5(1 review) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carillon Beach during your travels in West Panama City Beach? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carillon-Beach-Panama-City-Beach.d6301416.Attraction) ![Milky Way over Rosemary Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496781/e76db346-f9c9-420b-b4ce-c76d19612b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rosemary Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rosemary-Beach-Panama-City.d553248635976496781.Attraction) ![Sunset in Panama City, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023330/61ad034c-f147-489d-be0b-65a87b5329a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panama City Beaches 4.5/5(3 reviews) Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Beaches-Panama-City.d553248635976496739.Attraction) ![St. Andrews State Park showing a lake or waterhole, forest scenes and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063659/580dd6d2-b481-4426-aca5-665b36866a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Andrews State Park Spend some time in a Florida state park that excites with its rugged coastal landscapes, undersea adventures and gorgeous beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-State-Park-Florida.d6063659.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48971661/b0d07a0b-1612-4590-9ca7-67b0c260bec7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach £29 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-with-good-jibez-only-in-panama-city-beach.a48971661.activity-details) ![From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47984319/9d0d2c71-f006-4d3a-9591-530cbbee3d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Panama City, FL: Shell Island Ferry £20 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-panama-city.a47984319.activity-details) ![Panama City Beach Sunset Catamaran Sail on The Privateer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1243809/67c1af90-facf-4943-8eac-cb93b3212af6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panama City Beach Sunset Catamaran Sail on The Privateer £33 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/panama-city-beach-sunset-catamaran-sail-on-the-privateer.a1243809.activity-details) ![Our local friendly Dolphin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48972106/3c8fbfb3-7c1f-48a8-819f-ddb19555f395.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shell Island Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour in Panama City Beach £29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shell-island-dolphin-sightseeing-boat-tour-in-panama-city-beach.a48972106.activity-details) ![Panama City Beach: Sunset Sail on the Privateer Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627398/1e56f1f9-f410-4aba-846a-6b48737c6e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panama City Beach: Sunset Sail on the Privateer Catamaran £36 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/panama-city-beach-sunset-sail-on-the-privateer-catamaran.a44627398.activity-details) ![Panama City Beach Sunset Sail on The Footloose Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1243816/eec8cd8f-9b30-459e-85a2-75fe8455e8a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Footloose Catamaran £29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-dolphin-sail-aboard-the-footloose-catamaran.a1243816.activity-details) [See all activities in Panama City Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Panama-City-Beach.d8021.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Santa Monica ![Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17262400/17262390/efb41bcc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Panama City Beach-Beachfront 15505 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL £78 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,404 reviews) Spotless with excellent staff and the views are to die for!! Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=17262390&PinnedHotelID=17262390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) ![Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9600000/9591800/9591782/94b0e1fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort 17255 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,195 reviews) Room was clean, friendly staff, beautiful beach across the hotel Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=9591782&PinnedHotelID=9591782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) ![Hyatt Place Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76470000/76464100/76464089/3e7d3fe8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Panama City Beach 15727 FRONT BEACH ROAD Panama City Beach FL £77 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,652 reviews) Perfect stay!! Everything was excellent!! Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=76464089&PinnedHotelID=76464089&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) ![Bikini Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5204900/5204879/1c7830e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bikini Beach Resort 11001 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL £39 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,240 reviews) Great staff Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=5204879&PinnedHotelID=5204879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) ![Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894100/894091/bf340ffe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort 12525 Front Beach Rd Panama City Beach FL £50 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,385 reviews) Nice Staff, clean room, great location Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=894091&PinnedHotelID=894091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976470110) ![Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140600/1140505/67d6ad1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach 15325 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach FL £68 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Panama City Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7/10 Good! (2,458 reviews) Clean room. Friendly staff. Great location with beautiful view from the balcony. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976470110) ## Check Santa Monica hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16)[15 Feb - 16 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17)[16 Feb - 17 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976470110&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica ![Camp Helen State Park showing signage and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312180/d4bca8ef-5430-4806-b387-06ef3372a095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sunnyside If you're spending some time in Sunnyside, Carillon Beach and Rosemary Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunnyside.dx553248635976386833) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Laguna Beach Estates When in Laguna Beach Estates, you can plan a visit to Pier Park and Carillon Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Beach-Laguna-Beach-Estates.dx553248635976476518) ![Laguna Beach showing a coastal town, landscape views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057031/e4fde2ec-94db-446a-bded-b29917794799.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Laguna Beach Beaches and golf courses are some things travellers note about Laguna Beach. Check out Museum of Man in the Sea or Pier Park while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Laguna-Beach.dx6298668) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Centro Beach Though El Centro Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pier Park and Museum of Man in the Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-El-Centro-Beach.dx553248635976474200) ![Camp Helen State Park featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312180/4dba0032-28d0-41dd-adbd-8e0328fcbaab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Inlet Beach Inlet Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Panama-City-Beach-Inlet-Beach.dx6126285) ![Beach Living at Rosemary Beach, Florida; Shutterstock ID 432580411; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139932/09b32d32-bffd-47f7-bf0e-a99766ec0476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rosemary Beach Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Alys Beach or Rosemary Beach. 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