The upper-middle-range Island Vista Resort is a 12-story property with a quiet beachfront location north of Myrtle Beach. While its location is away from the main action, there are a handful of casual dining options within a 10-minute walk. The 171 rooms and suites are spacious and come with kitchenettes, private balconies, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel's main restaurant, Cypress Room, is open for breakfasts and dinners, though neither are included in room rates. There's also a more casual poolside Tiki Bar, open for lunches, dinners, and cocktails. The three pools (indoor and outdoor), lazy river, kids' pools, and hot tubs keep guests busy throughout the day. Additional features include a fitness center, massage services, and a ballroom. Travelers looking for a more central location can also consider Landmark Resort, which offers more water and dining facilities.
The upper-middle-range Island Vista Resort is a 12-story property with a quiet beachfront location north of Myrtle Beach. While its location is away from the main action, there are a handful of casual dining options within a 10-minute walk. The 171 rooms and suites are spacious and come with kitchenettes, private balconies, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel's main restaurant, Cypress Room, is open for breakfasts and dinners, though neither are included in room rates. There's also a more casual poolside Tiki Bar, open for lunches, dinners, and cocktails. The three pools (indoor and outdoor), lazy river, kids' pools, and hot tubs keep guests busy throughout the day. Additional features include a fitness center, massage services, and a ballroom. Travelers looking for a more central location can also consider Landmark Resort, which offers more water and dining facilities.
Designed to appeal to kids and families, Dunes Village Resort is a 456-room, mid-range hotel on a wide stretch of beach with activities such as four water slides, a pirate ship-style playground, lazy river, indoor and outdoor pools, and lots of games. It’s located directly on Myrtle Beach and priced similarly to other nearby family-friendly properties, but decor and furnishings in the rooms (most with full kitchens and ocean-view balconies) could use an update, and the property charges a mandatory resort fee.
Designed to appeal to kids and families, Dunes Village Resort is a 456-room, mid-range hotel on a wide stretch of beach with activities such as four water slides, a pirate ship-style playground, lazy river, indoor and outdoor pools, and lots of games. It’s located directly on Myrtle Beach and priced similarly to other nearby family-friendly properties, but decor and furnishings in the rooms (most with full kitchens and ocean-view balconies) could use an update, and the property charges a mandatory resort fee.
Captain's Quarters Resort is like many of the mid-range family-friendly hotels along Ocean Boulevard -- rooms are a bit worn, but the beachfront location is a highlight. Another top draw here are the numerous pools, including both indoor and outdoor options, two lazy rivers, hot tubs, and a kids' pool with a pirate ship. There's also a large entertainment center with a 20-lane bowling alley and arcade games. Dining options include casual fare and drinks as well as a seasonal beach shack. As mentioned, guest rooms are dated and worn, plus past guests have complained of cleanliness issues, but rooms come with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add kitchenettes with stoves/ovens. For something more modern and with nicer decor, check out the Island Vista Resort, but note that rates are a bit more expensive.
Captain's Quarters Resort is like many of the mid-range family-friendly hotels along Ocean Boulevard -- rooms are a bit worn, but the beachfront location is a highlight. Another top draw here are the numerous pools, including both indoor and outdoor options, two lazy rivers, hot tubs, and a kids' pool with a pirate ship. There's also a large entertainment center with a 20-lane bowling alley and arcade games. Dining options include casual fare and drinks as well as a seasonal beach shack. As mentioned, guest rooms are dated and worn, plus past guests have complained of cleanliness issues, but rooms come with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add kitchenettes with stoves/ovens. For something more modern and with nicer decor, check out the Island Vista Resort, but note that rates are a bit more expensive.
The mid-range Sea Watch Resort consists of two gated towers on North Myrtle Beach, a five-minute drive from Tanger Outlets. The 275 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom condos are individually owned, so decor and maintenance varies, but all have full kitchens and ocean views. Families love the six oceanfront pools, 10 whirlpools, and two lazy rivers. Captain's Cove serves a hot buffet breakfast (not included) and casual a la carte items. There's also an oceanfront tiki bar and a coffee shop with gourmet coffee drinks and to-go snacks. Entertainment includes a poolside DJ and family movie nights, but some features are seasonal. This place is definitely oriented towards families, so couples may want to check out the upscale North Beach Plantation House -- though rates are higher.
The mid-range Sea Watch Resort consists of two gated towers on North Myrtle Beach, a five-minute drive from Tanger Outlets. The 275 studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom condos are individually owned, so decor and maintenance varies, but all have full kitchens and ocean views. Families love the six oceanfront pools, 10 whirlpools, and two lazy rivers. Captain's Cove serves a hot buffet breakfast (not included) and casual a la carte items. There's also an oceanfront tiki bar and a coffee shop with gourmet coffee drinks and to-go snacks. Entertainment includes a poolside DJ and family movie nights, but some features are seasonal. This place is definitely oriented towards families, so couples may want to check out the upscale North Beach Plantation House -- though rates are higher.
The upper-middle-range Marina Inn at Grande Dunes is a large hotel set on the lush grounds of the Grande Dunes Resort. It's located on the outskirts of Myrtle Beach with little within walking distance -- the beach is a five-minute drive (the hotel offers a free shuttle). The 200 guest rooms are spacious and come with mini-fridges, microwaves, private balconies, and free Wi-Fi. Three main dining facilities are available, along with seasonal beach and pool bars. There is both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool along with two hot tubs, a nice fitness center, and a sauna. Breakfast is not included in room rates and there's a daily resort fee. Travelers looking for a beachfront location can compare rates at the Anderson Ocean Club and Spa, with similar features.
The upper-middle-range Marina Inn at Grande Dunes is a large hotel set on the lush grounds of the Grande Dunes Resort. It's located on the outskirts of Myrtle Beach with little within walking distance -- the beach is a five-minute drive (the hotel offers a free shuttle). The 200 guest rooms are spacious and come with mini-fridges, microwaves, private balconies, and free Wi-Fi. Three main dining facilities are available, along with seasonal beach and pool bars. There is both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool along with two hot tubs, a nice fitness center, and a sauna. Breakfast is not included in room rates and there's a daily resort fee. Travelers looking for a beachfront location can compare rates at the Anderson Ocean Club and Spa, with similar features.
Families looking to stretch their dollar and still have a room on the beach will likely appreciate the Dayton House Resort, not only for its location but also its numerous pools, rooms with full kitchens, and several dining options. Room decor is a bit bland and additional amenities -- such as the small fitness center and business center -- are nothing special, but freebies like Wi-Fi and parking add to the value.
Families looking to stretch their dollar and still have a room on the beach will likely appreciate the Dayton House Resort, not only for its location but also its numerous pools, rooms with full kitchens, and several dining options. Room decor is a bit bland and additional amenities -- such as the small fitness center and business center -- are nothing special, but freebies like Wi-Fi and parking add to the value.
For a family getaway in Myrtle Beach, the mid-range Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort offers a long list of amenities for families. There's a water park, eight pool features, and an outdoor beach bar that serves food and drinks. The gym is dated and a full breakfast buffet isn’t offered, but there is a coffee shop providing Starbucks coffee and some light breakfast options. Of the 248 rooms, many are Efficiencies with kitchens, making it easy for travelers to prepare their own meals, though perhaps the same can be said of Standard Rooms which have mini-fridges and microwaves. Take note that the decor is dated in the rooms and cleanliness complaints have occurred. Dunes Village Resort is a good alternative that offers restaurants and a breakfast buffet.
For a family getaway in Myrtle Beach, the mid-range Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort offers a long list of amenities for families. There's a water park, eight pool features, and an outdoor beach bar that serves food and drinks. The gym is dated and a full breakfast buffet isn’t offered, but there is a coffee shop providing Starbucks coffee and some light breakfast options. Of the 248 rooms, many are Efficiencies with kitchens, making it easy for travelers to prepare their own meals, though perhaps the same can be said of Standard Rooms which have mini-fridges and microwaves. Take note that the decor is dated in the rooms and cleanliness complaints have occurred. Dunes Village Resort is a good alternative that offers restaurants and a breakfast buffet.
Paradise Resort doesn't offer the many amenities that most of the resorts along the beachfront of Myrtle Beach have, and yet, it still manages to provide a mid-range stay for families and couples. While families are drawn to the five water features, adults can take advantage of the decently-equipped fitness center. There is also a restaurant with breakfast year-round (for a fee) and lunch and dinner are available seasonally. The 178 rooms have balconies and free Wi-Fi. Efficiencies have microwaves and mini-fridges, while Condos and Suites can take advantage of kitchens. Keep in mind that there have been complaints about cleanliness issues and some dated rooms. Guests get free access to Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort’s water attractions. As an alternative, Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort is a larger resort with more water features and five restaurants on-site.
Paradise Resort doesn't offer the many amenities that most of the resorts along the beachfront of Myrtle Beach have, and yet, it still manages to provide a mid-range stay for families and couples. While families are drawn to the five water features, adults can take advantage of the decently-equipped fitness center. There is also a restaurant with breakfast year-round (for a fee) and lunch and dinner are available seasonally. The 178 rooms have balconies and free Wi-Fi. Efficiencies have microwaves and mini-fridges, while Condos and Suites can take advantage of kitchens. Keep in mind that there have been complaints about cleanliness issues and some dated rooms. Guests get free access to Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort’s water attractions. As an alternative, Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort is a larger resort with more water features and five restaurants on-site.
Sandcastle Oceanfront Resort at the Pavilion is a great pick for travelers who prize beach and boardwalk access over modern accommodations. The 241 guest rooms are arising from a 2017 makeover, but they still have a budget design and reports of cleanliness issues. The one area they do well is in-room amenities like microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Without a restaurant, gym, or a consistently-opened bar, the most popular aspect of the hotel are the five pools, lazy river, and hot tubs on-site. Travelers might want to consider Breakers Resort which offers free breakfast, water parks, a gym, and rooms with kitchenettes.
Sandcastle Oceanfront Resort at the Pavilion is a great pick for travelers who prize beach and boardwalk access over modern accommodations. The 241 guest rooms are arising from a 2017 makeover, but they still have a budget design and reports of cleanliness issues. The one area they do well is in-room amenities like microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Without a restaurant, gym, or a consistently-opened bar, the most popular aspect of the hotel are the five pools, lazy river, and hot tubs on-site. Travelers might want to consider Breakers Resort which offers free breakfast, water parks, a gym, and rooms with kitchenettes.
This 256-room hotel is located in a quiet area in south Myrtle Beach, across the street from the airport. Its spacious one- and two-room "villas" with full kitchens are among the best accommodations in the area, with cute, beach-y decor -- white woods, and a color palette of blues, greens, and yellows. The property offers lots of family-friendly perks, including a game room, daily activities for the kids, several pools, and a beach club right on the sand with a lounge, two more pools, and showers. But the main building is not directly on the beach (it's across the street), and some buildings get noise from the airport and the helicopter pad.
This 256-room hotel is located in a quiet area in south Myrtle Beach, across the street from the airport. Its spacious one- and two-room "villas" with full kitchens are among the best accommodations in the area, with cute, beach-y decor -- white woods, and a color palette of blues, greens, and yellows. The property offers lots of family-friendly perks, including a game room, daily activities for the kids, several pools, and a beach club right on the sand with a lounge, two more pools, and showers. But the main building is not directly on the beach (it's across the street), and some buildings get noise from the airport and the helicopter pad.