A guide to Celadon Beach Resort, from the top floor.
Celadon Beach Resort is a 23-floor condo tower at 17757 Front Beach Rd, on the quiet west end of Panama City Beach, Florida. We own unit 2308 on the 23rd floor, and this is what we tell friends before they come.
Last updated November 2026
One tower, right on the sand.
Celadon Beach Resort is one tower of privately owned condos, with 283 feet of beach out front. Each condo belongs to a different owner, so they vary in floor, view, layout and upkeep.
It sits about 2.5 miles west of Pier Park, past the busiest stretch of Front Beach Road. Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach on 30A are an easy drive west.
Two pools, a hot tub, a gym and a court.
Resort amenities are run by the HOA and shared by every owner and guest.
Gulf-front pool and hot tub
The outdoor pool and hot tub face the Gulf, a few steps from the beach.
Heated indoor/outdoor pool
Heated, with an indoor and an outdoor side, so it stays in use through winter.
Fitness center
On site and open to guests, so a winter month needs no gym membership.
Tennis and pickleball
One court, lined for tennis and pickleball.
Covered garage
$45 per vehicle for every 30 days, paid to the HOA. Only the first level of the garage has the clearance for a rooftop cargo carrier, so plan to unload at the main entrance.
Beach service
283 feet of Gulf frontage. Beach service sets up 2 loungers and an umbrella for our guests, included in the stay from March through October.
"The fitness area, pools and beach are all very clean and well maintained. The staff were friendly and helpful!"
The 23rd floor is the top, and nothing is above you.
On the top floor there are no footsteps overhead and nothing between the balcony and the horizon. From up here we've watched dolphins, rays and sea turtles from the balcony.
Three elevators serve 23 floors. Summer Saturdays are the busiest time, since most units check out at 10 AM and new guests arrive at 4 PM. Give yourself extra time to get bags down that morning.
"Was worried about going July 4th week and staying on the 23rd floor. But besides Saturdays it was no trouble at all."
Quieter sand, with breakfast in walking distance.
The west end has fewer crowds than the stretch around Pier Park, and the beach in front of Celadon stays roomy even in summer. We spend Thanksgiving here every year, and it's our favorite stretch of the beach.
- Thomas Donut & Snack Shop0.6 mi
- Mike's Cafe & Oyster Bar0.6 mi
- Salty Sue's1.0 mi
- Dusty's Oyster Bar2.1 mi
- Pier Park2.5 mi
- Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport11 mi
"Great location on the west end - not as crowded, but close to everything and several restaurants are in walking distance."
Our Celadon condo, booked direct.
Celadon condos are rented by their owners or through management companies. Ours, unit 2308 on the 23rd floor, is managed by us, the Kinkade family, and we answer every message ourselves.
Two king bedrooms, a bunk room and two full baths. Sleeps 7. Booking here costs about 13% less than the same dates on Airbnb, with a 5-night minimum. We're rated 4.82 on Airbnb from 90 reviews.
"Have stayed in multiple units at Celadon and this was by far our favorite."
Before you book at Celadon
Where is Celadon Beach Resort?
At 17757 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, on the west end of the beach. Pier Park is about 2.5 miles east and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is about 11 miles away.
How many floors does Celadon Beach Resort have?
23 floors, served by 3 elevators. The 23rd floor is the top floor.
What is the best floor at Celadon Beach Resort?
The 23rd floor, because nothing is above you and nothing blocks the view. The trade-off is the elevator ride on summer Saturdays.
How much is parking at Celadon Beach Resort?
$45 per vehicle for every 30 days, in the covered garage. You buy a pass online from the HOA before you arrive.
Are beach chairs included?
Yes, from March through October. The beach service sets up 2 loungers and an umbrella for our guests.
Can a rooftop cargo carrier fit in the garage?
Only on the first level. Plan to unload at the main entrance.
Can I rent a Celadon condo directly from the owner?
Yes. Our condo, unit 2308 on the 23rd floor, books direct on this site for about 13% less than on Airbnb, with a 5-night minimum.
Are pets allowed?
Not in our condo. The condo isn't pet-friendly, to keep it allergy-safe for every guest.