2026 Pawleys Island Hotels Guide

Though it’s certainly grown over the decades, the decadent Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort has been a favorite Myrtle Beach family destination for more than 60 years, thanks in part to a world of things to do without ever leaving the property...

Visitors who crave a little taste of luxury to accompany their Grand Strand stay will feel right at home and the decadently sprawling Anderson Ocean Club & Spa. Distinctive for its sunny yellow exterior and towering statue, this high rise resort...

Make an escape to the spacious and accommodating Caravelle Resort to soak up the essence of Grand Strand living at its entertaining best. This classic Myrtle Beach high rise hotel is located just outside the heart of the Myrtle Beach Downtown...

Myrtle Beach visitors who appreciate a familiar name and a cool location will want to check out the Super 8 Myrtle Beach / Ocean Blvd. Offering a range of amenities for guests of all tastes and ages, as well as a nice setting that’s close to a...

Families who want to relax and enjoy the cool waves and water will appreciate an escape to the Ocean Reef Resort. This high rise retreat that’s located along the oceanfront has dozens of ways to have fun - both on and off the sand - ensuring...

Visitors who want to save their vacation dollars for fun days (and nights) exploring the Grand Strand will appreciate the budget-friendly accommodations that are offered by the Beachwalk Motel. This basic but well-located hotel isn’t too...

Visitors can enjoy an easy-going stay that doesn’t go over the budget with a visit to the Hurl Rock Motel. Located just a couple minutes’ stroll away from the oceanfront, this modest motel has all the essentials that travelers require...

Located just north of Downtown Myrtle Beach, and a suite of attractions that includes the famed Myrtle Beach Skywheel and the Family Kingdom Amusement Park, the Dayton House Resort is a fine destination for miles of oceanfront fun. Perched on the...

From a decadent shopping or golfing weekend, to a local convention that mixes business with fun, travelers of all tastes will enjoy a stay at the elegantly appointed Hilton Garden Inn Myrtle Beach Coastal Grand Mall. Located in the heart of the...

The towering Forest Dunes Resort is a classic Myrtle Beach resort that has all the fun features and amenities that frequent Grand Strand vacationers expect. Located just north of Downtown Myrtle Beach, and nicely close to a wealth of activities...

Though this budget motel may have a familiar name, guests will soon discover that its location is miles away from ordinary. Located in the heart of the southern Grand Strand region, and within easy walking or driving distance from a number of...

Perched on the oceanfront, and close to a host of activities and attractions that border the famed Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, the Sea Gypsy Inn is a classic oceanfront hotel that’s familiar to college students and long-time...

Look for the soft glowing blue exterior along the oceanfront, and you’ll have found the towering Hotel Blue. This chic oceanfront resort is a sky-high destination for having fun, and is wonderfully close to a full array of attractions...

Visitors don’t have to be an avid golfer to enjoy the River Oaks Golf Resort – although, because the resort is literally surrounded by some of the area’s favorite courses, it certainly will be an enticing destination for golfing...

Visitors can enjoy the heart of the Grand Strand’s entertainment scene with a stay at the posh and inviting Courtyard Myrtle Beach Broadway. This modern hotel is less than a 10 minute walk away from the acclaimed Broadway at the Beach &ndash...

Location is everything for frequent and longtime Myrtle Beach visitors, and the Beach Club at Montego Inn delivers with a stellar setting that’s directly on the oceanfront, and nicely close to a world of attractions. The heart of Downtown...

The Carolinian Beach Resort has a wide range of options for visitors of all varieties who want to soak up the sun and enjoy the best of the beach. Located in the heart of the Grand Strand, and close to a wonderful array of activities and...

The name says it all at Affordable Family Resort – a budget-friendly resort that’s located just across the street from the glittering Grand Strand oceanfront. Featuring an attractive price tag as well as a host of cool water features and...

Visitors who love the heart of Myrtle Beach but who would prefer to stay a block or two away from the action will appreciate the quiet locale of Crepe Myrtle Inn. A basic but comfortable enough motel that was first constructed in the 1920s, this...

Vacationers of all ages will find dozens of reasons to smile at the Crown Reef Resort and Waterpark. From on-site candy and ice cream shops, to a waterpark where the water slides tower overhead, this coastal destination has miles of fun to offer in...

The Grand Atlantic Ocean Resort certainly lives up to its name, and this sky-high oceanfront retreat is a playground for vacationers of all ages. Featuring a full suite of activities and amenities, as well as gracious rooms that can overlook the...

Visitors who are cruising along the coastline and need a familiar and relaxed place to stay can easily make a stop at the Super 8 Myrtle Beach/Market Common Area. Located along US Highway 17, and close to several major highways that cut through the...

The Sea Dip Motel and Condos is a sunny option for beach goers who want hours of on-the-water fun at their disposal, as well as miles of entertainment options in veritably every direction. Located in the heart of Myrtle Beach, this moderately sized...

Enjoy a retreat to the quieter southern region of the Grand Strand with a visit to the resort-style Oceanfront Litchfield Inn. Located just steps away from the oceanfront, and featuring a nice collection of amenities that rival the Myrtle Beach high...

Imagine a Myrtle Beach vacation that’s surrounded by fun, sun, and miles of water – this fantasy getaway is waiting at the resort-style Windsurfer Hotel. Located on the edge of the ocean, and close to a full range of activities and...

Enjoy a relaxed setting that’s wonderfully close to the beach but which feels miles away with an escape to the Red Roof Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach. Located just a few blocks away from the oceanfront, (or roughly a 10 minute walk), this...

Whether a visitor is in town for a national conference, or just an elite getaway, the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center serves as a fine and central location to enjoy a modern Grand Strand experience. Featuring state-of-the-art facilities...

Visitors in need of a relaxed stop while cruising along the South Carolina coastline, or who need a comfortable home base for a working or recreational stay in the Southern Grand Strand, can relax at the modern and inviting Hampton Inn...

There are endless ways to stay entertained at the sunny Bay View on the Boardwalk. Located in the heart of Myrtle Beach, and just steps away from both the oceanfront and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, this cool accommodations option is...

As the name would aptly suggest, Rainbow Court Annex Motel is a colorful destination that stands out from the crowd of neighboring hotel and motel options with a vibrant exterior that’s flanked with palm trees. While the motel is classic and...

With miles of glittering shoreline waiting just steps away, the Tropical Seas Hotel can serve as a beachfront oasis for vacationers who want to soak up the Grand Strands’ ample sea and sunshine. Perched on the edge of the oceanfront, and close...

Wonderfully close to the heart of Downtown Myrtle Beach and a full array of attractions, the nicely priced and accommodating Blue Bay Motel is a fine destination for discovering the heart of the busy Grand Strand. At just four stories tall, the...

The Meridian Plaza is an elite retreat that’s wonderfully close to all the attractions that Grand Strand vacationers adore. Situated just north of the oceanfront downtown area, and just east of Broadway at the Beach, this prime hotel is a...

Visitors can soak up that cool and classic Myrtle Beach style with a stay in the basic but accommodating Sea Park Motel. Featuring a traditional low-rise stature and a great location that’s just across the street from a sunny public park, (as...

Visitors can relax and soak up the high life – literally – with a stay at the towering Palace Resort. Situated less than a mile away from a number of top on-the-beach attractions, like the Family Kingdom Amusement Park and the Myrtle...

Visitors who crave an oceanfront stay, but who don’t want to pay oceanfront prices, will want to consider a vacation at the Sea Dunes Oceanfront Motel. Located on the edge of the Atlantic, and just a few minutes’ walk away from an array...

Situated on the edge of US Highway 17, and close to the Intracoastal Waterway, the Best Western Plus Myrtle Beach is a familiar and comfortable spot for visitors cruising along the South Carolina coastline, or who are sticking around for a while to...

Look for the distinctive wave pattern and the bright flashes of coral pink and bright blue, and you’ll know you’ve found Monterey Bay Suites – a towering Myrtle Beach Resort that features a prime oceanfront locale as well as a host...

Grand Strand visitors who appreciate a familiar name and an attractive price tag will want to take a look at the Rodeway Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach. Located on the edge of the oceanfront, but with a price tag that’s more appropriate for...

The name “Hampton Inn” may ring a familiar chord with travelers, but this hotel goes well beyond the standard hotel experience. Perched on the oceanfront and stretching into the sky over multiple levels, this extensive hotel offers a...

Visitors can access an array of local attractions and still enjoy a getaway that’s wonderfully close to the beach with a visit to the subtle but classically Myrtle Beach-style St John's Inn. This hotel that’s located just a block away...

There’s a seemingly endless array of ways to have fun at the towering Sand Dunes Resort & Spa. Located on the borders of Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach, this resort is close to all the iconic attractions that regular visitors crave...

With a prime location that’s just off of US Highway 17 Business, and which is almost in the middle of the wide coastal community, the Fairfield Inn Myrtle Beach Broadway at the Beach is a fine destination for soaking up everything the coastal...

Great fishing, fun, and amenities are all waiting at the Wayfarer Motel – a simple but enticing and budget-friendly motel that’s just steps away from everything the heart of the Grand Strand has to offer. Located just a block away from...

Vacationers can enjoy a pristinely comfortable atmosphere as well as a wealth of amenities and activities designed to make guests of all ages grin with a stay at the Ocean Park Resort. Located in the heart of the Grand Strand, and just steps away...

Relax with the ocean in the not-so-distance with a stay at the towering Blue Water Resort – a cool oceanfront hotel that has a fine location on the edge of the Grand Strand shoreline. Close to a wealth of attractions and activities, with...

Visitors can enjoy the oceanfront experience of a Grand Strand vacation, without the high rise accommodations or a steep price tag, with a visit to the classically cool Summer Wind Inn & Suites. Located on the edge of the Atlantic Oceanfront...

Visitors who love history and a relaxed and natural setting will adore a lazy stay at The Pelican Inn – a charming eight bedroom bed and breakfast that has long roots in the Pawleys Island community. Built in the 1840s and renovated to its...

Whether a visitor is in town for a golfing or shopping expedition, or just passing through while on a drive up the East Coast, the Sleep Inn Waccamaw Pines is an accommodating option for travelers of all varieties, thanks to traditional but...

Family members of all ages will find a million ways to have a splashing good time at the Dunes Village Resort. Located on the edge of the oceanfront, and close to a nice collection of attractions and amenities, this cool and nicely-priced getaway...

Visitors who are cruising along the South Carolina coastline and who are on the hunt for a familiar place to rest after a long day of driving or exploring can hang their hat at the Days Inn Myrtle Beach. Located close to virtually all the major...

Escape to a colorful world of brilliant ocean views and miles of entertainment in veritably every direction with a stay at the towering 3 Palms Oceanfront Myrtle Beach. This towering hotel features a full range of activities and a great location...

Visitors who want to be close to the extensive Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade and its wealth of shops, activities, restaurants, and iconic shoreside attractions will want to seek out a stay at The Diplomat Family Motel. This classic Myrtle...

With a world of ways to stay entertained, and an elite atmosphere that will appeal to vacationers who expect modern amenities and accoutrements, the Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort is a breath of fresh air on the coastal High Rise scene. The...

Visitors can be close to the beach while enjoying a quieter locale with a visit to the Mariner Motel. This smaller motel that’s found just a block away from the oceanfront might be bordered by a wealth of area attractions, but has a much more...

Tucked away along the oceanfront, and featuring a classic Grand Strand aesthetic, the Ocean Plaza Motel is a pleasant surprise for budget conscious travelers who want to be close to the oceanfront, but who don’t want to blow their vacation...

Water and fun-loving visitors will feel right at home at the sprawling Captains Quarters Resort – a towering accommodations option that’s known for its wealth of watery attractions. This resort offers 15 swimming pools, lazy rivers, and...

Modestly priced and nicely situated just a block away from the beach, the Days Inn Myrtle Beach-Grand Strand is a great option for visitors who want to be close to the oceanfront in a comfortable and accommodating setting. The hotel is located on...

Close to the beach as well as a host of shops and restaurants, the Holiday Inn Express Broadway Myrtle Beach is a prime destination for experiencing all the highlights of the Grand Strand. The hotel has a recognizable name, but feels miles away from...

One of the Myrtle Beach area’s poshest new accommodation options is the glimmering and impossible-to-miss Oceans One Resort. This fully modern high rise motel features a stellar locale in addition to a host of luxe accommodations designed to...

Visitors who want to soak up the good life without spending too much of their vacation funds on accommodations alone can enjoy a budget-friendly and sunny stay with a visit to the Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Beach Front Central. This oceanfront hotel...

For lots of options for both entertainment and accommodations, head to the Bar Harbor Motor Inn. Located on the oceanfront in the heart of Myrtle Beach, and just a few steps from the entrance to the famed Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, this...

Visitors who are in town for pleasure or business will find everything they require to relax at the end of a busy day with a stay at the Suburban Extended Stay of Myrtle Beach. Located just inland of the beachfront, and nicely close to US Highway 17...

From colorful arcade games to delicious dining options, there’s a full vacation of fun waiting at Long Bay Resort. Located along the oceanfront in a towering high-rise hotel, this all-inclusive destination has all the amenities and options...

Visitors can enjoy all the familiar amenities they expect from a Quality Inn, as well as a prime location that’s in the heart of the Grand Strand, with a stay at the Quality Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach. This chain hotel that has a stellar...

Create your own kingdom of vacation fun with a visit to the illustrious Camelot By The Sea. Located on the edge of the ocean, and close to Downtown Myrtle Beach and the wealth of attractions that are found in the northern region of the Grand Strand...

Stretching 20 stories into the sky, and close to a far-reaching array of amenities and attractions, the sunny Carolina Grande is an enticing destination for a fully immersive Myrtle Beach vacation. The hotel is perched along the oceanfront, where...

Enjoy a classic Myrtle Beach vacation experience with a stay in the distinctive El Dorado Motel Myrtle Beach. Located just a block away from the oceanfront shoreline, and featuring a striking exterior with outdoor corridors and thee levels of...

Enjoy a splash-worthy escape that’s close to a veritable wealth of attractions, but which also has more than enough amenities and features to keep guests entertained at home, with a visit to the aptly named Sun N Sand Resort. Perched on the...

Visitors who are in town for a weekend or even longer will find relaxed and central accommodations at the Staybridge Suites Myrtle Beach. Featuring all-suite lodging options, this hotel that’s nicely located close to both major highways and a...

Expand your horizons when it comes to what to expect from a traditional Myrtle Beach resort with a stay at the exceptionally modern and endlessly fun Horizon at 77th. This grand resort and hotel towers over the beach scene, and provides multiple...

There’s a grand vacation experience waiting at the prestigious Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes. Located along the northern borders of Myrtle Beach, this towering hotel and resort has an impressive list of amenities that...

Refreshingly simple, with a premier location in the heart of the Myrtle Beach region, the Vancouver Motel is a fine destination for enjoying spacious and breezy oceanfront accommodations at a very attractive price. Modestly-sized but featuring all...

Relax with the ocean in the not-so-distance, or find a home base for long nights of exploring all the entertainment that Myrtle Beach has to offer, with a stay in the basic but nicely priced Coral Sands Myrtle Beach. This budget motel that’s...

Visitors who want to soak up the classic atmosphere of the Grand Strand can reserve an easy-going stay at the Southern Breeze Motel. This moderately-sized oceanfront hotel is located in the heart of South Carolina’s Gold Coast, and has just...

Featuring a familiar name and a host of amenities, as well as a nicely central location that’s close to miles of attractions and activities in every direction, the Hampton Inn Myrtle Beach – Northwood is a prime spot for both Grand...

Visitors can enjoy an elevated Grand Strand experience with a stay at The Strand A – a boutique resort hotel that has all the familiar amenities that frequent Myrtle Beach visitors expect, as well as a an elite yet relaxed atmosphere where...

Visitors who need a basic home base in between beach trips can relax and replenish their energy for the next day (or night’s) adventure with a stay at the Calypso Inn. Located just a couple of blocks away from the oceanfront, and wonderfully...

Close to a wealth of iconic Myrtle Beach attractions, and stocked with a sunny array of amenities designed to keep guests happily occupied, the Mermaid Inn is a gem of a find along the Grand Strand shoreline. Featuring a classic aesthetic and...

With lush landscaping and a full suite of activities designed to appeal to visitors of all ages, the Sheraton Broadway Plantation is a prestigious and yet fun-filled destination for enjoying the highlights of the Grand Strand. Guests will be...