Open Sands
Panama City Beach
Popular places to visit
Alys Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a care-free day in Alys Beach, a popular beach in Panama City Beach. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
Pier Park
Shop for bargains, have hair-raising fun on thrill rides and enjoy fine dining at this seaside shopping and entertainment hub.
Rosemary Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rosemary Beach during your trip to Panama City Beach? Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.
Panama City Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Panama City Beaches during your trip to Panama City Beach?
St. Andrews State Park
Spend some time in a Florida state park that excites with its rugged coastal landscapes, undersea adventures and gorgeous beaches.
Shipwreck Island Waterpark
With crashing wave pools, towering slides and whitewater rapids, expect to leave this Panama City Beach waterpark completely soaked and smiling.
Things to do
Sunset Cruise with Good Jibez Only in Panama City Beach
Scream Machine l - Xtreme Thrill Ride at Panama City Beach
Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time
Sunset Dolphin Sail Aboard the Privateer Catamaran
Snorkel & Dolphin Sightseeing Tour Aboard the Footloose
Top hotels in Open Sands
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
Very clean good conditions
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Radisson Beachfront Hotel - Panama City Beach
Clean nice very good customer service
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Beachside Resort Panama City Beach
Overall, no complaints. Please be aware that this property is old & hasn't been updated in years. The pool & hot tub were awesome! Of course our room (which was upgraded to lower beachside) was cool. Bed was comfortable, and the shower worked. In room coffee was awful!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Boardwalk Beach Hotel
I really appreciated the service at the front desk. The rooms offered ocean views—though without private balconies—and direct access to the sea is always a plus; the location was also excellent, bar with happy hour. What I didn't like was that the water in the shower would pool up, there were no ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Chateau Beachfront Hotel, A By The Sea Resort
Staff wasn't very friendly was told by 2 people they would call when room was ready so could check in early and didnt! Location of the room wasn't the best ,beds were hard overall was decent I wouldn't want to stay there again unless super cheap snd quick stay
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Bikini Beach Resort
The only good thing about this hotel is beachfront & access. Sheets had stains, sink clogged every time it was used. The toilet felt like it was going to come off the wall each time one would sit and stand.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Open Sands
Bid-a-wee Beach
While there might not be top attractions in Bid-a-wee Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pier Park and Panama City Beaches.
Bahama Beach
Bahama Beach might not have many top sights, but Panama City Beaches and Holiday Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Ripley's Believe It or Not and Golf Course at Edgewater.
Miramar Beach
Though Miramar Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museum of Man in the Sea and Pier Park.
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.
