Grand Panama Beach Resort

The Grand Panama Beach Resort in Panama City Beach offers a distinct and highly practical solution for group bookings, corporate events, and destination weddings. This property, which features 299 units, operates primarily as an upscale condominium resort. This model provides a significant advantage for many types of groups, as the inventory consists of spacious one, two, and three bedroom residences rather than traditional, single-room hotel accommodations.

Each of these 299 units is designed for comfort and extended stays, featuring a full-sized, equipped kitchen, a washer and dryer, and a private balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico or the surrounding area. This apartment-style lodging is an ideal match for corporate project teams on long-term assignments, sports teams traveling for tournaments, or family reunions, allowing groups to co-locate in multi-bedroom suites and manage expenses with in-room cooking.

For event planners, the resort provides a dedicated and modern conference center with over 5,000 square feet of combined indoor function space. The facilities are designed to be flexible, accommodating everything from a high-level executive meeting to a mid-sized trade show or a formal wedding reception. The resort’s event staff is equipped to handle catering, audiovisual needs, and detailed setup configurations.

The main event space is the Panama Conference Center. This venue offers approximately 3,200 square feet of versatile, open-floor-plan space. It is an excellent choice for a general session, a training seminar, or a banquet-style dinner. The room can be configured for theater, classroom, or reception-style events, and its neutral decor allows for easy customization and branding.

A unique and valuable feature of the resort’s event portfolio is the Grand Theatre. This 1,300 square foot media center is not a simple meeting room; it is a dedicated theater with fixed, tiered seating and advanced presentation technology. This space is perfect for high-impact product launches, keynote addresses, private film screenings, or training sessions where visibility and professional audio are critical.

In addition to the two main venues, the resort provides several smaller breakout rooms. These are essential for conferences that require separate session tracks, board meetings, or administrative offices for the event staff.

Key Indoor Venue Spaces:

Total Indoor Space: Over 5,000 square feet of dedicated function space.

Panama Conference Center: Approximately 3,200 square feet of flexible, divisible space for banquets, receptions, or large meetings.

The Grand Theatre: A 1,300 square foot media center with fixed, tiered seating, ideal for presentations and corporate addresses.

Breakout Rooms: A selection of smaller rooms available for board meetings or intimate sessions.

The resort’s Gulf-front location is a primary draw, and its outdoor spaces are designed to host memorable events. The property features a large, beautifully landscaped poolside event deck at its main, Gulf-front pool. This space creates a vibrant, tropical backdrop for a welcome reception, a social mixer, or a casual cocktail hour.

For weddings, the resort’s wide expanse of private, white-sand beach is the premier setting for ceremonies. Planners can arrange for a beautiful beachfront service followed by an indoor reception in the Panama Conference Center, offering guests the best of both worlds.

Group attendees will also appreciate the on-site amenities during their stay. The resort features two large pools, one on the Gulf side and another heated pool in the tower building, along with multiple hot tubs and a full-service fitness center. On-site dining options, including a seasonal tiki bar, provide convenient options for attendees between sessions. The resort’s ample on-site parking and central location on Front Beach Road also make it a convenient home base for exploring the area.