Best family-friendly places to stay in Myrtle Beach

With its beach, boardwalk and family attractions piled on family attractions, Myrtle Beach is a no-brainer vacation spot for families. Adding to its appeal: direct flights from several Canadian cities make it an easy long weekend trip. These standout accommodations for families, from home rentals to hotels, may offer special off-season pricing during September and October, when most of the tourists are gone but the weather is still warm.

Get more info here: Visit Myrtle Beach

If you’re stressed about the idea of being cooped up in a hotel room due to bad weather, book here. Kids won’t notice a downpour when they’re splashing around in the extensive indoor water park at Dunes, which features 4 serious kid and adult-sized slides, and is open early in the morning and well into the evening. On sunny days, they’ll burn off energy at the beachside pirate ship-theme playground. The kids club is open all year round, not just during high season. Rates start at $99.

Get more info here: Dunes Village Resort

The funky decor of this cozy beach 2-bedroom cottage sets it apart from many of the aggressively pastel rentals. While it’s a short drive to the beach, it’s just down the street from Ocean Lakes Family Campground, which features a pool, mini-golf and a small arcade. Leave your stack of DVDs at home; this place comes equipped with a nice selection, as well as beach reads for the grownups. The owners will even share their secret spot for exploring the water via kayak or SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard). Rate is $139/night.

Get more info here: Cute Beach Cottage

You can’t not book an oceanfront room at Island Vista, located in a quieter residential area away from the main hotel strip. Indoor and outdoor pools give you options if the weather isn’t cooperating, and an international college intern-run kids club guarantees you get a little reading-on-the-beach time in. The rooms are all suites with balconies, making it easy for Mom and Dad to stay up past kids’ bedtime. Rates vary by date.

Get more info here: Island Vista

The kids can get comfy in this sweet candy-coloured home a couple blocks from the beach, and steps from a community pool. Because it’s located in south Myrtle Beach, you’ll have easy access to the boardwalk, airport and more. Bonus: beach chairs, beach toys, and Netflix are all included! Rate is $116/night.

Get more info here: Three-bedroom Cottage

Four properties, each with their own aesthetic (and own pools) comprise this seaside property, which is located next door to the landmark Sea Captain’s House restaurant. Rent a luxury 4-bedroom condo in Caymen Tower or get the most bang for your buck with the Dominican Tower double suite, which sleeps 6 or even 8 through space-saving touches like foldout couches and Murphy beds. All guests will love the ocean-side water park, with 2 lazy rivers, a twisty slide, and indoor options if it’s raining. Rates vary by date.

Get more info here: Caribbean Resort & Villas

Do you fancy a game of giant chess or poolside ping pong? There’s plenty to keep busy little people, well, busy, at Ocean Reef, including a small water park, a kids club and game room. The rooms, many with ocean views, are clean and comfortable and feature a kitchenette in case you don’t want to eat out with kids for every meal. A Starbucks at the hotel next door means Mommy can easily pop out for her morning latte. Rates vary by date.

Get more info here: Ocean Reef Resort