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Sands Ocean Club Resort

Laid-back oceanfront resort in Myrtle Beach with water park, kids' club, beach bar, pools, and golf course. Rated 3.7 with 3,892 reviews. Close to Broadway at the Beach.

9550 Shore Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572, United States View on map
7.4/10
Good Based on 3939 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor and outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced oceanfront resort with family-friendly amenities and great location

Guests appreciate the beachfront setting, family facilities, and helpful staff, while noting some dated rooms and varying comfort levels.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent beachfront location with scenic ocean views and lit beachfront areas for evening enjoyment.
  • Family-friendly amenities including indoor and outdoor pools, a water park, and kid's club access.
  • Helpful and accommodating staff providing prompt service and easy check-in experiences.
  • Good value for money, especially in the off season, with included water park tickets and nearby dining options.
  • Beach bar and on-site dining well regarded for convenience and atmosphere.

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms are dated and in need of cosmetic updates; units facing the parking garage can be noisy due to echoes.
  • Beds have been described as uncomfortable by multiple guests, affecting sleep quality.
  • Breakfast is available but not included in the room price; beverage costs are additional when choosing the buffet.
  • No airport shuttle service is offered, so transportation options should be arranged independently.
  • Despite minor downsides, cleanliness and maintenance of public areas remain satisfactory.

Best for

  • Families seeking beachfront access and kid-friendly activities like pools and water parks.
  • Visitors planning golf trips, given proximity to nearby golf courses and local dining.
  • Travelers looking for a laid-back, value-oriented oceanfront stay with easy access to local attractions.
  • Guests wanting a central location close to shopping, entertainment, and dining options within walking distance.
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About this property

Welcome to Sands Ocean Club Resort

Located directly on Myrtle Beach's shoreline, Sands Ocean Club Resort offers a laid-back oceanfront setting just next to the Dunes Golf Course. Guests benefit from easy access to the beach as well as nearby attractions such as Broadway at the Beach and Ripley's Aquarium, all within a short drive. The resort is also convenient for travelers arriving via Myrtle Beach International Airport, approximately 28 minutes away by car.

This resort hotel features amenities suited for families and leisure travelers, including access to a water park, a kids' club, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, fitness center, and golf course. On-site dining options include the River City Cafe and a beach bar, while most rooms come equipped with kitchens, adding a level of convenience for longer stays. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available throughout the property.

Guest reviews highlight the property's excellent beachfront location and family-friendly atmosphere, with pools open late and many seating areas overlooking the ocean. While some units show signs of cosmetic wear and room sizes vary, the overall cleanliness and helpfulness of staff earn positive remarks. However, some visitors noted that noise in rooms facing the parking garage and uncomfortable beds affected their stay.

Overall, Sands Ocean Club Resort is well-suited for visitors seeking direct beach access and family-oriented facilities in a relaxed environment. Those prioritizing modern room updates might find certain accommodations less appealing, but the resort remains a practical choice offering solid value near popular Myrtle Beach attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor and outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Kitchen in all rooms
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DB
Debbie Brooks Apr 03, 2026
8.0

The off season rates are great. The indoor pool is a great family area to hang out with tables and chairs, a hot tub, and fun, bright color changing lights. Breakfast is not included, but they have a nice restaurant near the pool and they cook to order eggs. Breakfast is a buffet (I'm not sure if there's a menu to order other items). Beverages cost additional from the buffet. We both got coffee and we got a carafe, which is nice. Our waiter was nice as well. There is a lazy river outside, but I don't know if it's open year around. There is a bar in the resort, which is a nice break for the adults. We had a full kitchenette unit with 2 bedrooms. I thought it was odd that there weren't any kitchen linens, paper towels, or sponges to clean up. There is a dishwasher, but you still have little messes to clean up. I asked the front desk for linens and paper towels. They don't supply paper products. He did me a hand towel. The balcony is big enough for 4 chairs and a small drink table (it was dirty). The location is in a primarily lodging area and not in the tourist areas. You have to drive several miles to do tourists activities, but it wasn't bad.

DMG
Dr. Mulligan's Golf Mar 19, 2026
8.0

Centrally located. The beach bar is a big plus. The 2 bedroom unit we had was very dated and also in need of cosmetic repair and the room with 2 single beds is very small but were sufficient for a golf trip with the guys. The 2 bed efficiencies were in much better shape. Avoid getting a room facing the parking garage (opposite side from ocean front). Noisy and any sound from below echoes a lot.

BK
Brian Kelly Mar 08, 2026
10

Hotel is in a great location with great views of the ocean. The room was also nice and clean. Was here for a golf trip - Dick Baugh took great care of us and made planning and scheduling very easy. Missy and the dining room staff were also a pleasure.

HA
Hazel Adekunle Feb 05, 2026
8.0

This place is literally on the sand - best location ever. Lit beachfront, pools open till 11:00 p.m. and lots of seating overlooking the beach. Free tickets to the water park included in your room price. The building could use some work but great value for money. Great for families

BJ
Bonnie Johnson Feb 04, 2026
10

My registration was quick and host accommodated my request. View was spectacular. Great stay!! Already booked to come back again. We door dashed from Moe's BBQ, fast service and delicious. Family friendly hotel

RC
Rick Collins Jan 24, 2026
10

I attend a conference every year and this is where i have stayed each year for the past 10 years. Ive never hunted for the same room but ive never been disappointed. Its a great shopping location, the rates are better than reasonable, and there are a mindless number of food choices within 10 minutes

CA
Carlos Alba Jan 15, 2026
8.0

Very good service, and friendly staff. Lots of things to do and places are close by and of walking distance. My only issue and it's a big one. While the room was good. Those had to be the most uncomfortable beds that I have ever tried to sleep on. Woke up every 15 minutes to turn over because whatever side I was laying on was sore. It's very sad because everything else was perfect.

KW
Katy Willis Dec 26, 2025
10

10/10 love this resort...this was our third time staying here. The beach views are amazing...sunsets are gorgeous. Room was nice and very clean. Staff were very knowledgeable and kind. The third night we had a neighbor arguing till the wee morning hours but I called and put in a noise complaint and they took care of it Immediately(sent security up). Very impressed in the promptness. Will be back again next year!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Sands Ocean Club Resort

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA

Next to the Dunes Golf Course, this laid-back oceanfront resort is 2.8 miles from Highway 17 and 9.3 miles from Ocean Drive Pavilion Amusement Park.

  • Myrtle Beach International Airport 28 min Car
  • Wilmington International Airport 1 hr 31 Car
  • Florence Regional Airport 1 hr 18 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in South Carolina. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Broadway at the Beach 67,221 reviews

Broadway at the Beach

1325 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, United States

4.6 · Shopping Mall
Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach 23,520 reviews

Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach

1110 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, United States

4.5 · Aquarium
Barefoot Landing 16,319 reviews

Barefoot Landing

4898 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582, United States

4.6 · Shopping Mall
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