One (of the many) reasons Panama City Beach is such an incredible vacation destination is that there’s a place to stay for every budget. Instead of just your average hotel room, vacationers to Panama City Beach can choose between two primary accommodation options – a hotel or a condominium. Both offer a comfortable experience – Origin at Seahaven combines the two and offers something really special.

Located on the west end of Panama City Beach about a half mile from Pier Park, Origin at Seahaven is the crowning jewel of the highly anticipated “Towne of Seahaven”. This 52 acre development is already coming to life thanks in part to its three main properties and beachfront restaurant: Origin at Seahaven, Seahaven Beach Hotel, America’s Best Value Inn, and the popular Sharkey’s Beachfront Restaurant. When completed, The Towne of Seahaven will feature quaint streets lined with fine dining restaurants, eclectic shopping and exciting nightlife.

While the overall project continues to take shape, Origin has well and truly come into its own. Although the property only opened in November, 2007, it is fast becoming a Panama City Beach favorite. Beautiful South Seas inspired décor and wallet-friendly rates make it a great choice for any Panama City Beach getaway.

GUEST ROOMS

Origin at Seahaven consists of 304 rentable units over 17 floors. Although the property is not ocean front (it’s actually directly across the street) the views of the ocean from most units are breathtaking.  Equally impressive are the rooms themselves. These are the kind of hotel rooms that you gasp in delight upon entering – utterly gorgeous and spacious beyond words.  You won’t find any signs of disrepair, mildew on the shower curtain or less than desirable bedding here. Everything is new, clean and welcoming. Neutral, earthy tones complement contemporary furnishings including a flat screen TV in all units. Rooms start from a basic studio that sleeps two to a 4 bedroom unit that sleeps up to 10. Whatever your room type, you’ll enjoy a whole host of amenities that you wouldn’t find in your average hotel room, including a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, wireless internet access, cookware, blender, and much more. Even the studios come complete with a mini-fridge, microwave, toaster and coffee maker. It’s all there for your convenience, right down to the wine glasses and silverware.  I checked out a 4 bedroom unit and was amazed at the sheer size of the place – I could have easily got lost in there! The balcony was without a doubt the largest I had ever seen, and I’ve seen a LOT of hotel rooms. I was beyond impressed and truthfully a little reluctant to go hand the key back to the front desk and return to my humble apartment. These are condominium style units at hotel prices, where guests will instantly feel at home.

HOTEL AMENITIES

The great thing about Origin at Seahaven is that everything you would need on vacation is right here, yet it’s not all centralized and subsequently overcrowded. You’ve got Sharky’s Beachfront Restaurant and Tiki Bar directly across the street, a kid’s playground actually on the beach behind Sharky’s, a pool deck on the 4^th floor, and a movie theater with stadium seating for 24 on the ground floor. There’s a state-of-the-art fitness center for those with extra energy to burn, and a heated whirlpool for those who are looking for something a little less active. The pool is spacious, crystal-clear, and offers stunning oceanfront views – the stuff vacation brochures are made of. There’s also large stainless steel grills located on the pool deck that are perfect for a family barbecue with a view. Feel like spending some time on the beach? No problem – there’s private beach access conveniently located a crosswalk away.

Origin at Seahaven is without a doubt one of Panama City Beach’s top choices when it comes to your home away from home. It’s stylish and then some. The fact that the property doesn’t actually sit on the beach ensures awesome year-round rates that are hard to beat. Even without a gulf-front address, you’d be hard pushed to get any closer to the beach.

Origin at Seahaven is located at 15100 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413. For more information or for reservations please call (850) 636-8550.