4 Star Hotels Near Myrtle Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park is 3 miles from downtown Myrtle Beach, making it just a short drive from the many hotels near the beach. The park protects beachfront and forests, and features the Sculptured Oak Nature Trail, which is the last section of maritime forest on South Carolina's Northern coast. Visitors can enjoy the picnic areas, playgrounds and shelters. The educational programs provided by the nature center teach visitors about wildlife and birds in the park and nearby ocean. The center houses saltwater aquariums, live reptiles and interactive nature displays. Outback is a wildlife habitat which includes a butterfly garden, bird feeders and houses, and nature sculptures. The forest has been named a Heritage Trust Site. The pier has a gift shop that sells snacks, souvenirs and bait. Fishing off the pier is permitted for a fee. Other park activities include bird watching and the equestrian trail for visitors who bring their own horses.

Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel

The Sheraton has an impressive third-floor solarium which houses their 35-by-25-foot indoor swimming pool and four-person spa tub. The fitness center has small televisions and headsets attached to the cardio machines. The lobby is impressively decorated with Art Deco, a marble floor and skylight. An airport shuttle is complimentary. The hotel's concierge service can arrange for tee times at the golf course, aid with tour plans or assist with renting the hotel's ballrooms, banquet facilities, conference rooms and event catering. This hotel has a coffee shop, a lounge with complimentary high speed Internet and upholstered booths, and a contemporary Southern style restaurant that is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The guestrooms feature feather beds with triple sheeting. The work desk had high speed Internet access and leatherette swivel chairs. The television has premium cable channels, Internet access, pay movies, and a video game console. A minibar is provided, but a refrigerator is available upon request.

Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel
2101 North Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577
(843) 918-5000
starwoodhotels.com

Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort at Grande Dunes

This Marriott hotel has both an indoor and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. The fitness center has a spa tub. Guests can take advantage of spa services, such as massage therapy. This hotel has a business center, conference rooms and concierge services. Room service is available during limited hours. The hotel has a seafood and steak restaurant and it is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. During the summer it also has a poolside restaurant and snack bar. All the guestrooms have pillow-top mattresses and premium bedding. The television receives premium cable channels and pay movies. Coffeemakers are provided in the room for guests. High speed Internet access is available.

Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort at Grande Dunes
8400 Costa Verde Drive
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29572
(843) 449-8880
myrtlebeachmarriottresort.com

Marina Inn at Grande Dunes

The Marina Inn is modeled after the European style. The 24-hour fitness center offers an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool with two swim-in-place jets, a sauna and two spa tubs. This hotel provides wedding services, banquet facilities, a concierge desk and event catering. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel's restaurant serves American cuisine with local ingredients in a fine dining atmosphere with a view of the marina and gold course. Guests may also enjoy light fare and drinks in the hotel bar. The guest rooms have premium cable TV with DVD players. The balconies overlook the water. Rooms come with a kitchen or kitchenette. The hotel uses premium bedding.

Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
8121 Amalfi Place
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29572
(866) 973-7776
marinainnatgrandedunes.com

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