Beach Colony Resort Review: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
We decided to party at Myrtle Beach for our 30th wedding anniversary. What did we think about it all?
Donetta and I just finished our hotel crash at the Beach Colony Resort at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where we decided to spend a week on the beach to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary and have some fun. It was a very memorable experience!
Beach Colony Resort Review 2021
I’m gonna start off by saying the Myrtle Beach area was not my favorite place to visit compared to other beach areas we’ve explored in the past. As an old fart who doesn’t like raging parties and lots of obnoxious people, this place wasn’t as peaceful as I hoped ... especially for celebrating such a milestone. More on that below.
The Location
The Beach Colony Resort is located at 5308 N. Ocean Blvd and halfway between North Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach. It’s just south of I-17 and North Kings Highway and sits right on the beachfront. Getting to the resort wasn’t a problem as we headed south down the coast from Kittyhawk, North Carolina.
The street-side area around the property isn’t worth writing home about. It was mostly other hotels and homes, many needing new life breathed into their souls. There were a few shops and restaurants 5-10 blocks away, but again, they seemed old and lifeless. We were told there were many cool places to walk around and see, including outdoor bars, but there were none of those.
The Property
The actual property itself was nice for a high-rise condo building. Some of it has a 70s vibe, while other parts are more modern. The lobby was spotless and bright, and the rest of the resort, inside, was in good shape. They also have an indoor pool, a tiny gym, a business center, and a laundry facility.
Outside, there were two medium-sized pools, one children’s pool, and a hot tub. You can play corn hole in the yard, sit back on the lawn chairs, or take a nap in the hammocks. They offer an ice cream shop, but it was closed for remodeling, much to the dismay of children and grandparents.
If you need adult beverages to mellow out or food to cure the hangry, Beach Colony Resort offers an on-site bar and restaurant. The chicken wings and fried pickles kicked ass (and we had them both twice). The price for food and drinks was low compared to other resorts we’ve been to. Burgers were $7-10, wings were $8, and beers were $5-6 each.
The staff members we interacted with were very friendly and they kept everything as clean as possible. As for parking, it is free, but if you have a pickup truck or larger vehicle, the space is very tight and limited.
The Beach and View
Obviously, we didn’t come to the Beach Colony Resort to sit in the room; we wanted to drink in the ocean's beauty and be mesmerized by it. And we did!
The beach is about 50 yards from the back of the building, and getting there is no problem. The sand is nice; there are thousands of shells, hundreds of sharks’ teeth, and hordes of sexy people to look at. Hey, just being honest here.
The best time to go out and walk on the beach or hang out is before 11 am and after 4 pm. Regardless, it wasn’t overwhelmingly busy like the public beaches down the road. This was the main draw for us.
The Room
Before we arrived, we did our research. Online reviews from frequent visitors recommended a few rooms due to their modern updates and decor. While we didn’t get the specific room we requested, we certainly loved the one we did get.
Walking in, we were greeted by a mermaid and her bosom (not a bad start) and a very beachy vibe. There’s a long hallway that leads to the bathroom, bedroom, living room, and kitchen. The bathroom was clean, bright, and spacious.
The bedroom was large and included a full dresser, a king-sized bed, a smaller closet, and a couch. The decor was very relaxing, and a shuttered window opened onto the ocean from the bed. And if you’re with a spouse or partner and like to get freaky, there were plenty of mirrors by the bed, if you catch my drift. 😉 ♥️
The kitchen was updated and nice, with enough space to cook smaller meals. The living room area was comfortable and cozy, though smaller—certainly not an issue for couples, but probably not suitable for a family.
The balcony was where it was, though, and it’s where we spent a lot of time. Looking out every day at the sunrise and moon over the ocean was fantastic. Overall, we have no complaints here at all.
The Price
As part of our Beach Colony Resort review, we’ll share what we paid. Our cost for five nights in the Oceanfront King Executive Suite was $786.89, including taxes, which included a 35% discount for booking online. That’s $157.37 per day and well over our standard budget of $75 per day.
Was it worth it? Yes and no.
Because we chose to be on the beach during one of the busiest times of the travel season, we expected to pay more. Additionally, many other hotels and resorts were charging higher fees. In that aspect, it was worth it, especially being able to walk right out to the water.
On the flip side, we paid $75 per night at Beachwood Resort at The Outer Banks, which was way nicer, though not right on the ocean. In this respect, Beach Colony Resort was overpriced.
Final Thoughts
While I was excited to be right on the beach with Donetta for our anniversary, and the resort was really nice overall, I was disappointed with our stay in Myrtle Beach.
There were too many rambunctious kids in the pool area because parents just left them out there. This killed any sense of romance, peace, and tranquility -- and we hardly used the pool because of it. There were no cool shops or bars close by to walk to, as I was told on the phone. And there were the loud partiers who annoyed the hell out of us.
Perhaps my expectations were too high for the price we were willing to pay. Maybe I’ve been spoiled by fantastic beach experiences like our time in San Diego or OBX. Regardless, it just wasn’t what I hoped for.
Better luck next time!