This upscale resort has plenty of amenities, including several pools and a pretty private beach. After a renovation completed in 2015, rooms are contemporary and stylish; all have kitchenettes, and some have separate living rooms with sofa beds. All have balconies with views of the resort or ocean. Property highlights include the large pool complex and the beautiful private beach. All in all, this is one of Hilton Head's best upscale options, though it may be worth comparing rates with the Sonesta Resort.
This upscale resort has plenty of amenities, including several pools and a pretty private beach. After a renovation completed in 2015, rooms are contemporary and stylish; all have kitchenettes, and some have separate living rooms with sofa beds. All have balconies with views of the resort or ocean. Property highlights include the large pool complex and the beautiful private beach. All in all, this is one of Hilton Head's best upscale options, though it may be worth comparing rates with the Sonesta Resort.
With two pools, water features, and lots of kids' activities, this mid-range timeshare property is heavily geared toward families. Golf lovers are also drawn to the Island Links Resort, given its close proximity to local courses. The spacious two- and three-bedroom villas are a highlight, though the decor is a bit plain and some rooms only offer tube TVs. The one major drawback is the property's distance from the beach, which is over a mile away and is best reached by car or bicycle. The resort does offer shuttle service to the beach during warmer months.
With two pools, water features, and lots of kids' activities, this mid-range timeshare property is heavily geared toward families. Golf lovers are also drawn to the Island Links Resort, given its close proximity to local courses. The spacious two- and three-bedroom villas are a highlight, though the decor is a bit plain and some rooms only offer tube TVs. The one major drawback is the property's distance from the beach, which is over a mile away and is best reached by car or bicycle. The resort does offer shuttle service to the beach during warmer months.
The 104-room Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head is a mid-range chain property located off a busy road on the Intracoastal Waterway, a 30-minute drive to downtown Hilton Head. The lobby is bright, colorful, and attractive and has a spacious area where breakfast is served (for a fee), but rooms are dark and basic and could use some updating. The outdoor pool, partly shaded by pines and lined with lounge chairs, is a peaceful place to relax. And there's a small, comprehensive fitness center and a business center. Wi-Fi is free throughout and meeting space is available for 250 people. Another option to consider could be the HarbourSide III at Shelter Cove Harbour, which has units with full kitchens.
The 104-room Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head is a mid-range chain property located off a busy road on the Intracoastal Waterway, a 30-minute drive to downtown Hilton Head. The lobby is bright, colorful, and attractive and has a spacious area where breakfast is served (for a fee), but rooms are dark and basic and could use some updating. The outdoor pool, partly shaded by pines and lined with lounge chairs, is a peaceful place to relax. And there's a small, comprehensive fitness center and a business center. Wi-Fi is free throughout and meeting space is available for 250 people. Another option to consider could be the HarbourSide III at Shelter Cove Harbour, which has units with full kitchens.
Though it is part of the Holiday Inn chain, the Beach House Resort feels more like a boutique hotel. In early 2014, the hotel completed renovations to the lobby, opened a restaurant, and redid some of the common areas. This upper-middle-range property is a good value compared to other nearby resorts, and additional renovations throughout 2016 brought modern decor elements to most of the rooms. Guests who want a good look at the sea should note that rooms facing the ocean only offer a partial view obscured by trees and the pool area.
Though it is part of the Holiday Inn chain, the Beach House Resort feels more like a boutique hotel. In early 2014, the hotel completed renovations to the lobby, opened a restaurant, and redid some of the common areas. This upper-middle-range property is a good value compared to other nearby resorts, and additional renovations throughout 2016 brought modern decor elements to most of the rooms. Guests who want a good look at the sea should note that rooms facing the ocean only offer a partial view obscured by trees and the pool area.
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.