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Sands Ocean Club Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront resort with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Sands Ocean Club Resort boasts a prime beachfront location with sun loungers and two on-site restaurants. Guests enjoy a complimentary water park and can book massages at Atlantis Spa. The resort features concerts and live shows, with staff consistently praised by past visitors.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

7.0 out of 10
Good
(147 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View (Efficiency)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(177 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.2 out of 10
Good
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
9550 Shore Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29572-5132

What's nearby

  • Apache Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dunes Golf and Beach Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • The Carolina Opry - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Grande Dunes Marketplace - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Drum Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandals Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bimini's Oyster Bar and Seafood Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Annie's Beach Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sands Ocean Club Resort

Family-friendly resort near Myrtle Beach Beaches
Located close to Apache Pier, Sands Ocean Club Resort provides free water park access, a nightclub, and a beach bar. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Indulge in a massage at Atlantis Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a grocery/convenience store and concerts and live shows.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with a lazy river and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tennis courts, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 572 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Balconies, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 9.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Karaoke
  • Lazy river
  • Nightclub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests 18-20 years of age will be charged a mandatory security deposit. The security deposit, less damages, will be refunded 7 days after departure. Guests 18-20 years of age must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival to pay the deposit.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay (for guests under 21 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 9.95 per person
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to November
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Ocean Club Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Sands Ocean Club Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sands Ocean Club Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands Ocean Club Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Sands Ocean Club Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Sands Ocean Club Resort located?

Located in Myrtle Beach, this beachfront resort is in a shopping district, just steps from Myrtle Beach Beaches and Turtle Beach. Apache Pier and Kingston Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Sands Ocean Club Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1057 out of 2678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 607 out of 2678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 417 out of 2678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 265 out of 2678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 332 out of 2678 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely recommend this hotel. The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Great location for shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was awesome as usual as well as the staff. The only thing I would suggest is making sure that the outside is secure at night from the sands bar.
Living room with balcony in 1 bedroom ocean view
Bathroom
Ocean view
Bedroom in 1 bedroom ocean view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, I truly enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have been coming to the SOC for 30 years!! Always a great time.. Thanks a bunch!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Good hotel for the price. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was great. Not a pet place only service dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights and loved every minute of it. Ocean Annie’s is the best place to hang out all day. Oceanfront so easy beach access. Will stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the different options the resort had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raychelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the place they had change my room other than that it was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spa
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

As always great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laciy

Liked: Amenities
Check in was easy and smooth. No issues finding parking. Staff were friendly. Pools were enjoyable. Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but hotel is run down and room was not clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Narrie

Tv didn’t work, ice machine leaked and didn’t make hard ice, no coffee maker, phone had no connector cord to call anyone to ask for help. Room 449 Otherwise, indoor pool was great as was the hot tub. Ocean front view was great. Beds comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan Jean

Liked: Staff & service
On the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

patrick

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time.. However… the floor in our room was dirty ( I brought Lysol wipes and they were black) The 2 blondes that are best friends over charge customers in the Sandles bar The whole place needs to be updated I would choose another hotel next stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Live bands pools
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old and needs upgraded. Enjoyed music on deck, access to beach, access to outside activities, pools
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently located to the beach with access to several restaurants. However, if you are looking for a family atmosphere, this isn’t the place to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stanley

Liked: Staff & service
We were able to get the same room we had last year That was a real plus because of the location The staff at Sands are very friendly and helpful. We will consider going back next year. Sands could do a better job of housekeeping though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Live bands at night... Pools
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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