Best Vrbo Rentals in Panama City Beach

Quicklook: Best VRBOs in Panama City Beach, Florida

• Best for elegant home with private beach access
• Best for penthouse by the pier
• Best for private condo in a gated community 
• Best for upscale luxury on the beach 
• Best for spacious home for big families 
• Best for private condo in a gated community
• Best for panoramic views and direct beach access
• Best for studio suite with a rooftop deck 
• Best for beachfront condo with amenities 

Northwest Florida's Panama City Beach is a waterfront community and popular vacation destination. People from around the world flock to Panama City for its miles of white sand beaches and aquamarine water. Not only is the area beautiful, but it’s packed with things to see and do. If you’re planning a beach getaway, Panama City will make for an unforgettable experience. Benzinga is covering the best VRBO rentals in Panama City Beach and providing some suggestions on what to do while you’re there. 

Beautiful Home with Private Beach in Seacrest

Guests of this Panama City vacation rental have access to a quiet (and private) white sand beach in addition to a private pool. Enjoy the spacious family room, well-equipped kitchen and easy access to nature trails, shops and restaurants after waking up to the sound of breaking waves. Well-behaved dogs are permitted with advance approval, and there is a kids’ bunk room with a large flat-screen TV.

Best For: Elegant home with private beach access

Unique Features:

• Just 25 yards from a private beach
• Modern decor
• Quiet neighborhood
• Private dock

Penthouse Near the Pier

This stunning penthouse is located in the charming city of West Panama City Beach and offers breathtaking ocean views. It’s situated on 27 miles of pure sugar sand beach. There’s a Gulf-front pool and an indoor heated pool as well as a fitness center, sauna and grill. Rooms are spacious and sleep up to eight guests. 

Best For: Penthouse by the pier

Unique Features:

• Ocean views
• Indoor pool
• Penthouse luxury
• Excellent location

Bright Private Condo on Shell Island

This stunning private condo was recently renovated. It provides breathtaking views of the beach, the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Powell. Enjoy Pinnacle Port's first-rate amenities, which include two heated pools, tennis courts, shuffleboard and access to endless lakeside fun. Pinnacle Port is bordered to the west by the Camp Helen State Park and to the east by Carillon Beach, featuring a dining and shopping district right on the lake. 

Best For: Private condo in a gated community 

Unique Features:

•  Gated community
•  Tennis court and fitness center
•  Private dock
•  Gulf views

HGTV-Featured Beachfront Condo Near Russell Fields Pier

This upscale condo was showcased on HGTV. It is the most exquisite one-bedroom condo offered at Calypso Resort & Towers. This lavish one-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom unit has a direct beachfront location and provides guests with all the conveniences of home (fully stocked with everything you need), top-of-the-line luxury furnishings and miles of coastline views. 

Best For: Upscale luxury on the beach 

Unique Features:

• Stunning interior  
• Tons of amenities 
• Beachfront
• 21st floor for best views

Private Cottage Right on the Beach 

The Jackson Cottage was one of the first beach homes built in Panama City. This family-owned cottage has been totally renovated but still maintains its vintage charm and 1940s nostalgia. Oversized picture windows in the living room provide clear views of the beach and the sunset. The covered veranda and observation deck allow for panoramic views of the beach. Easily access the beach via a wooden boardwalk that runs through the sand dune in front of the house.

Best For: Panoramic views and direct beach access

Unique Features:

• 1940s home
• Outdoor showers
• Direct beach access
• Panoramic beach views

Perfect for Family Adventure on the Beach

This roomy rental, which sleeps up to eight guests, is perfect for large families or groups. The oceanfront condo building has one of the largest pools in Panama City. The condo has a large balcony with views of the ocean and pool. It features a grand master bedroom with an ocean view and an attached master bathroom. The second bedroom is connected to a shower-equipped bathroom. For children or young adults, the third bedroom is a bunk room with an attached half bathroom. 

Best For: Spacious home for big families 

Unique Features:

• 10th-floor view
• Large balcony overlooking ocean
• Three separate rooms with multiple bed options
• Gated with 24-hour security

Perfect Place for Couples with Gulf View

This sixth-floor studio suite is ideal for couples or single travelers. The interior has been entirely updated with special, personalized touches to make guests feel comfortable. Additions like a beach wagon and folding chairs set this adorable suite apart from the rest. It faces the Gulf for beautiful ocean views. On the rooftop deck, you’ll find an 85-degree heated zero-edge swimming pool and hot tub. 

Best For: Studio suite with a rooftop deck 

Unique Features:

• Rooftop deck
• Zero-edge pool
• Close to airport
• Walking distance to attractions 

Largest Balcony in the Thomas Drive Area

In the well-known Thomas Drive Park neighborhood of Panama City Beach, the Treasure Island Resort Condominium is an upscale, luxury resort. The property has the largest balcony in the area and offers direct beach access. A pool, fitness center, poolside cafe, multiple gazebos and covered parking also are available. 

Best For: Condo with a huge balcony
Unique Features:

•  Largest balcony overlooking ocean
•  Walk to beach
•  Resort amenities 
• Sleeps 7

Beach Front Balcony Condo in the City’s Center

Make yourself at home at Royal American Beach Getaways' Ocean Villa 604. With a comfortable king-size bed in the tropical master bedroom, a queen-size bed in the second bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the roomy living area, this well-equipped beachfront condo sleeps up to six people. Amenities include a fitness center, pool, on-site concierge and housekeeping. The condo’s big balcony overlooks the ocean for amazing views. 

Best For: Beachfront condo with amenities 

Unique Features:

•  Large balcony 
•  Fitness center
•  Housekeeping
•  Sleeps six

5 Fun Things to Do in Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach offers a wide range of fun activities for people of all ages.

Pier Park

The best place for shopping and entertainment is Pier Park Panama City Beach. This outdoor complex has 124 stores selling shoes, jewelry, clothing, home goods, crafts and more. A ton of exciting dining options also are available at Pier Park. Choose your adventures at a variety of entertainment locations, including the Grand Pier Park 16 & IMAX Theatre or laser tag at Emerald Coast Mirror & Maze Laser Craze. There’s even live music. Pier Park is the place to go for fun, shopping and delicious food. 

Dolphin Sightseeing Tours

A dolphin tour is among the best things to do in Panama City. Explore St. Andrew Bay and the crystal-clear waters surrounding Shell Island on a day or night sightseeing tour. Some excursions include time for snorkeling to provide a true Gulf Coast experience. Dolphin and Snorkel Tours Inc. is one of the most-recommended companies in Panama City. Prices range from $79 to $399. At Gulf World Marine Park, you can swim with dolphins. 

Russell-Fields City Pier & Beach

Russell-Fields City Pier & Beach is a beloved attraction in the area. The City Pier, one of the Gulf's longest at more than 1,500 feet, provides excellent fishing opportunities as well as breathtaking views of the open sky, white sand beaches, sunrises and sunsets. You can spot marine life, including sea turtles, stingrays and manatees. The pier is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

Water Activities

The surface of the water is one of the best ways to explore the Gulf and the surrounding St. Andrew Bay and Grand Lagoon. Enjoy brunch or sunset on the Champagne Lady while sipping wine. Rent a boat to spend the day on the water with your family and friends. Go deep-sea fishing or find a spot along a pier to take in the views of the beach and Gulf. 

Shell Island

Shell Island is a 7-mile-long stretch of paradise. Both the bay and the Gulf sides of Shell Island offer swimming. The uninhabited island has water all around it for the best entertainment and plenty of space for comfort while unwinding.

Coconut Creek Family Fun Park

If you’re looking for wholesome, fun entertainment for the entire family, spend a few hours at Coconut Creek Family Fun Park. It has two tropical-themed 18-hole mini golf courses and a football-field-sized Gran Maze. 

A Beach City Worth Visiting 

Panama City Beach is an outdoor playground loaded with activities for everyone. There’s a VRBO home for all types of travelers, whether you’re taking a solo trip going on your honeymoon or there for a family reunion. From luxury penthouses to quaint cottages, you’ll want to check out these top VRBO homes.

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