Hotel Villages of South Walton by Wyndham Vacation Rentals (Panama City Beach, USA)

Many guests say it's hard to beat the location. The beach is only a short walk away, as are pools, restaurants and plenty of nearby attractions. Rentable golf carts are available to make getting around even easier.

Many of the rooms have been so tidy and well-decorated that guests say it's like staying in an upscale apartment rather than a vacation rental, which makes for a terrific getaway.

Guests traveling with family have pointed out how the resort caters to them and creates a great, welcoming atmosphere. Options to book units with more than one room, as well as the large pool nearby having lifeguards, couple convenience with common-sense.

Unfortunately due to its proximity to the beach, several guests note that the floors in their units have been sandy upon arrival. If staff members are notified of this upon arrival, they are happy to waive any cleaning fees associated with the room.

Because the units are all individually owned and managed by a rental company, there isn't a traditional check-in area for guests when they arrive, and some have noted that if they don't get there during the check-in window, it can be difficult to figure out the procedure for obtaining room codes.

Guests should be prepared to walk the short distance to the beach, unless they have their own transportation or rent a golf cart, since unfortunately many say that the tram service is unreliable.