GAZEBO INN OCEANFRONT, Myrtle Beach

The hotel is right on the sand with direct beach access from the pool deck area. Myrtle Beach International Airport is 2 km away, and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and main attractions are 4 km distant. Several restaurants including Fat Man's Dream, Gazebo Restaurant, Dino's Pizza, and Mako's On The Boulevard are within 0.5 km. The immediate area can feel lively at night; the neighbouring motel has been noted for activity that may be visible from balconies. Parking is free on-site but consists of a small above-ground lot and a very narrow underground garage, which may be challenging for larger vehicles - especially during bike weeks when some areas are reserved for bikes only; trailers cannot be parked on-site.

Room types range from standard double rooms to oceanfront and side-ocean-view efficiencies. All rooms include air conditioning, a private bathroom with bath and hairdryer, free WiFi, and a tea and coffee maker. Many units have a private balcony - oceanfront rooms offer sea views; side-view and garden-view rooms overlook the parking lot or garden. Efficiency rooms (kitchenettes with stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, oven) are available only in specific categories: Standard Double Room, Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View, and Superior Queen Room. All rooms have at least a microwave and mini fridge. The property is older and undergoing gradual updates; some units have vinyl plank flooring. Rooms on the ground floor open directly onto the pool deck and beach area, which can feel less private due to easy outside access. Road-facing or lower-level rooms may experience more noise, and the elevator occasionally stops working - upper-floor guests booked into ground-floor due to mobility concerns should confirm elevator status at check-in.

There is no restaurant, bar, café, or breakfast service at this hotel. Vending machines provide drinks and snacks. Each room has a tea and coffee maker; efficiency units have a kitchenette for preparing simple meals. Numerous dining options are within a short walk - Fat Man's Dream, Gazebo Restaurant, Dino's Pizza, Bolton's Blue Water Cafe & Beach Bar, and Mako's On The Boulevard are all approximately 0.5 km away. Guests planning longer stays or who prefer to cook can use the kitchenette in efficiency rooms, but there are no grilling facilities on site.

The seasonal outdoor swimming pool (open 09:00-22:00) has a fence around it, offers pool with a view of the ocean, and is lined with sun loungers. The free hot tub/jacuzzi on the pool deck has powerful jets, though it may occasionally be out of service for maintenance. The pool deck leads directly onto the sandy beach, and beach chairs and sun loungers are available. There is a golf course within 3 km (additional charge). The pool and hot tub have been noted to sometimes appear cloudy or have maintenance issues, so checking their operational status before arrival is advisable.

Free on-site private parking is available without reservation, but spaces are limited: the small above-ground lot is often blocked off for bike weeks and the underground garage is very narrow with a one-lane entrance and exit - larger vehicles should use the above-ground lot if possible. The property has a lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and a vending machine for drinks and snacks. Laundry service is available for an additional charge. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Safety features include CCTV, key card access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. There is no in-room phone - contact the front desk in person or by going to the reception. A refundable $100 damage deposit is required at check-in.