THE CARETTA, Myrtle Beach

The hotel sits directly on the beach, with the pool area leading straight to the sand. It is within a 5-minute drive of Broadway at the Beach shopping centre and a 20-25 minute walk to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and SkyWheel. Free private parking is available on site, and the surrounding area is safe and walkable, with numerous restaurants (including John's Restaurant and Kirk's 1890 Ice Cream Parlor) within 0.5 km. The location is rated as the best area in Myrtle Beach for its convenience and beach access.

Accommodation options range from efficient oceanfront rooms with a microwave and small refrigerator to spacious two- and three-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens and separate living areas. All rooms have air conditioning, heating, soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and free WiFi. Studios add a kitchen with stove and oven. Room types vary by view: Ocean View rooms have a private balcony; Sea View and Pool View rooms offer oceanfront vistas through large picture windows or direct pool deck access without a balcony. The top-floor penthouse features oceanfront views from large picture windows only. Rooms are basic in style, with concrete ceilings and dated furnishings - practical for those prioritizing value and ocean access over modern decor.

The hotel does not provide breakfast or an on-site restaurant. Each room comes with a microwave, small refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities; studios and suites have a full kitchen with stove, oven, dishwasher, and dining area. A vending machine offers drinks and snacks, and grocery deliveries can be arranged for an additional charge. Numerous restaurants, including Toscana Italian Kitchen and New York Prime, are within a 5-minute walk, making self-catering or nearby dining the most practical options.

The outdoor pool is heated to 23.9 °C year-round and typically opens around the first of April, weather permitting. It features a shallow end, pool toys for children, and a fenced pool with views. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available poolside and on the front lawn. There is no hot tub, spa, or fitness centre. The hotel also provides complimentary bicycles for up to three hours (reservation and waiver required) and beach chairs for loan on a first-come, first-served basis.

Free private parking is available on site with no reservation required. WiFi is free in all rooms. The property has a lift, accessible parking, and wheelchair-accessible rooms. Laundry is available for an additional charge (coin-operated washer and dryer on the second floor). Other services include express check-in/check-out, a shared lounge/TV area, safety deposit box, and CCTV throughout. Pets are not allowed, except service animals for a physical disability. The hotel offers a text messaging service for guest requests and has 24-hour parking lot patrol for vehicle security.