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South Bay INN

2.5 star property

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Front of property
2 outdoor pools
Reception
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

3.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1401 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
  • Place, Myrtle Beach Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Family Kingdom Amusement Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR-Myrtle Beach Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Front of property

Double Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Myrtle Beach

South Bay INN places you next to Myrtle Beach Beaches and a short stroll from other popular sights like Family Kingdom Amusement Park. This 75-room hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Myrtle Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Midway Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Family Kingdom Amusement Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Splashes Oceanfront Water Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Blue - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk

About this property

South Bay INN

Guests staying at South Bay INN enjoy 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This beach hotel also has an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and cable TV. Free international calls, phones, and ironing boards are also available.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free international calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 19.99 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ocean Star Hotel
South Bay INN Hotel
South Bay INN Myrtle Beach
South Bay INN Hotel Myrtle Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around South Bay INN?

This hotel is located in Myrtle Beach, a short 14-minute walk from Family Kingdom Amusement Park and also 2 minutes on foot from Myrtle Beach Beaches. You'll also find Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Broadway at the Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at South Bay INN?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Bay INN on Jun 16, 2026 start from $131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at South Bay INN?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does South Bay INN feature a casino on the premises?

No, South Bay INN doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at South Bay INN?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What do couples enjoy most about South Bay INN?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a beach and 2 outdoor pools plus some guestrooms include an ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at South Bay INN?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does South Bay INN feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, South Bay INN doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does South Bay INN allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at South Bay INN.

Are there connecting rooms at South Bay INN?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to South Bay INN?

The closest major airport to South Bay INN is Myrtle Beach Intl. Airport (MYR), which is 2.3 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand), which is located 14.8 mi away (32-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at South Bay INN?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at South Bay INN.

South Bay INN Reviews

Reviews

3.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 171 out of 267 reviews

3.6/10

Cleanliness

4.6/10

Staff & service

3.4/10

Amenities

3.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our night away from home staying with you guys at South Bay Inn We will definitely be back The pool was clean and refreshing and the location was amazing Ocean view off the balcony front our room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Roman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chasity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect only need to remodel the rooms at some point
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Santos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were roaches on the floor when we walked in the room. I did not even stay at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Alejandra

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sell drugs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yrdin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place had smell like bleach soon as u walk in and it had roches trashy peoples was breaking in room wouldn’t advice no one to stay at this property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a complete dump dope heads running around everywhere pill hoes and to top it off nothing in the rooms works no hot water or toilets didn’t work
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hastle Free Stay

Very polite people and fast. Very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s was ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sybil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I just needed a break.. I booked the fastest place I could find.. I did look for the cheapest price but the friendly service of the staff was worth every bit of it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not what I expected. The staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice ckean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was clean. I felt nice in there. I am the staff was awesome. I like the convenience of the shopping. I’ve been able to walk across the street. It was neat and the staff was more than willing to supply everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Christian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is very dirty. The sheets are worn, the pillows are dirty, it feels unsafe, and it smells horrible. If you have children, I don't recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Mario

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
worst place ever we do not coming back.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chloe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Caunishia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid for a full week. Three days into my paid for week, a employee as well as the owner came to my room to ask for more money. I had already paid for the week prior! I will never stay here again. Worst place I have ever stayed. Junkies everywhere!!! They work & hang around there. Everyday.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Lequintin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What i didn't like i was supposed to have a king ocean view they didn't have so they upgraded it to a ocean view smaller beds floor was dirty and bathroom was dirty people was hanging the building and parking lot drug addicts sleep in the hallway people getting arrested just horrible need to be condemned
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The veiw out of room was good. Had good hot water. The air conditioner good. Everything else just awful. Nasty,dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

It was ok

The hotel was not a bad place to stay. The only issue I had was when I got my room the floors was wet dirty. We found mold behind the beds and on the sheets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nasty, tv didn’t work, room smelled and looked dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nasty building

It was my worst vacation on the life
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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