Suburban Studios at the University

Hotels
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Choice Hotels International
5.9 (52 reviews)
2376 East highway 501, Building A, Conway, South Carolina, 29526 , Conway , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Front desk (limited hours)
24-hour business center
Snack bar/deli
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
Outdoor pool - seasonal

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff (named staff like Forrest and Carmeli)
Some guests enjoyed hot breakfast with many options
Convenient for Myrtle Beach — repeat guests noted preference
Staff accommodated special needs (e.g., first-floor for mobility)
Occasional clean/pleasant stays reported
Cons:
Severe cleanliness problems: cigarette smell, stains, mold, filth, blood
Room condition issues: leaks, low shower pressure, worn beds, spiders
Deceptive advertising/photos and pre-charging issues
Broken amenities (ice maker, lights) and low-budget facilities
Safety/housekeeping concern: attempted entry without proper notice
Inconsistent food quality (cold gravy, old eggs)
Many guests described the property as run-down or disgusting

Categories

Cleanliness
1.5
Very poor — multiple reviews report cigarette smoke, burn holes, urine- and blood-stained sheets, mold/filth, dirty air-conditioner, hair in bathroom, and generally unclean rooms.
Service
10
Generally praised — several guests call out friendly, helpful and accommodating staff (Forrest, Carmeli, reception), quick assistance at check-in; one incident noted housekeeping entering a room without proper announcement.
Location
9.7
Generally convenient for Myrtle Beach travelers and favored by some regulars; one complaint about confusing reservation/hotel name mismatch but no broader negative location feedback.
Room Quality
2.5
Poor — reports of foul smells, stains, spiders, old blood on sheets, low shower pressure, leaking fixtures, worn/uncomfortable beds and general run-down condition.
Amenities
6.5
Mixed/basic — breakfast is available and often has many options, but some amenities (ice maker, lights) were broken and some guests reported cold gravy/old eggs; overall low-budget offerings.
Value for Money
4
Below expectations — several guests felt advertising was deceptive, experienced pre-charging and poor room condition that did not justify the cost.
Food and Beverage
7
Mixed but leaning positive — multiple guests enjoyed the hot breakfast and variety, though others reported cold gravy and old/hard-boiled eggs.
Overall Experience
6
Mixed to negative — helpful staff and occasional pleasant stays are outweighed for many by severe cleanliness and room-quality issues, leading to inconsistent and sometimes unacceptable experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:11

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Dining Enjoy our seasonal outdoor pool and dine at one of our hotel's 2 restaurants, offering delicious meals for every palate.

Business Center and Free Parking Stay productive with our 24-hour business center and take advantage of our complimentary newspapers, laundry facilities, and free self-parking.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Amenities Unwind in our air-conditioned rooms with kitchenettes, Egyptian cotton sheets, and 43-inch flat-screen TVs. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and enjoy the convenience of desks and free local calls.

Book your stay at Suburban Studios at the University in Conway now, with easy access to popular attractions like Broadway at the Beach and Coastal Carolina University.

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from April to September.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 1.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 4
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 6
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Chrystal
2
Pros:

STAY AWAY!!! Place was absolutely disgusting. Reeked of cigarettes. Burn holes in blankets, urine stained sheets, black substance on pillow cases. Burn marks on tub, floors were dirty, bathtub wasn’t cleaned. I requested a smoke free room btw….Literally stayed for 15 minutes and my skin was crawling so I decided to leave. Now they won’t refund me for what was supposed to be a 3 night stay. Even though the manager said I would get a refund. The photos are entirely deceptive, and I’m pretty sure they are not from this specific motel. I’d say that’s fraudulent advertising. I was in MB to say goodbye to my grandmother who came home on hospice. Reporting to the BBB.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Angela
8
Pros:

It was a good stay!

2025-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Christopher
6
Not too bad for the price
Pros:

Nice staff, cozy beds. Lots of things broken like ice maker, lights. It’s low budget for sure.

2025-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Robert
8
Pros:

When checking in, I was on crutches. The staff, Forrest, was very nice and polite. He accommodated me and put us on the first floor. He shared details of the property and made sure we didn't need anything else.

2024-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Timothy A • family
6
Pros:

I dont want to

2024-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Nicole
2
Pros:

This place was gross

2024-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Gloria • partner
8
Pros:

Enjoyed the hot breakfast in the morning. Had a lot of options.

2024-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
4
Fine for an overnight in a pinch
Pros:

The staff was nice. Place was run down. Smelled of mold and sewer. Everything was leaking. Not the greatest accomodations.

2024-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Breana
2
Run away terrible place
Pros:

The room was absolutely disgusting I should’ve demanded a refund this is where meth heads live I’m not sure why this place is still open the shower pressure wasn’t even enough to wash a new born baby, there were spiders in the room old blood on the sheets the bed feels like 1000 people have hunched in it, we slept in the car it was that bad. Everybody leaving good reviews must be on drugs too. Save your money, save your everything he’ll do not spend your money at this place run away as fast as you can if you see it.

2024-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Anita
6
Deceiving
Pros:

Our stay was not what we expected, was not portrait as advertised, although the reception was really nice, was quite disappointed,
And while checking in was told we were to get a king smoking.
When i specifically asked for 2 queens.
The advertisement never mentioned that it was a econo lodge i would never have booked as i prefer a hampton or Hilton garden.
The gravy at breakfast was ice cold. And hard boiked eggs were old.anyway i will be more careful in my selection of a hitel,and will never go through hotel.com they also pre charge the room before we got there,with no warning. I did not want it on that particular card that never happened to me.all in all bad experience. Except for carmeli

2024-04-05 • via Nuitee
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William • family
2
Pros:

My reservations could not be honored, because no room was available.
Also, the motel could not be easily identified, because the reservations were for Suburban Studios at the University, and the name on the hotel was Comfort Innn, with no visible address.

2024-02-02 • via Nuitee
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Paul
2
Pros:

The air conditioner in the room has a good inch of filth where the air comes out. I wipe things down with sanitizer when I stay places. Some places were filthy. Then, someone tried to enter the room when I was asleep. She was from housekeeping. When she was confronted, she blamed us because we did not have out the Do Not Disturb sign. She had knocked twice, but did not announce that she was from housekeeping. It scared me.

2024-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Miranda • partner
2
Pros:

Hhjj

2024-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Mary • partner
6
Pros:

Our stay was pleasant & the room
Was clean

2024-01-13 • via Nuitee
M
Mary
6
Pros:

Room had a funny smell, the bath mat had all kinds of dirt & red stains on it, there was hair in the shower & on the toilet seat & the bathroom sink was dirty

2023-12-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew
10
Pros:

Good soild place. I always like to stay here when coming down to Myrtle Beach.

2023-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Sandi • family
10
Pros:

This was the perfect location for my family to stay. First floor made it especially easy to take care of our pet. great accommodations and close to our daughter who lives off campus. reasonable prices and great breakfast too!

2023-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Jaiden
8
Doesn't feel safe for women, men everywhere
Pros:

It was very creepy to stay there as a woman and I was charged for something I don't even know what for on top of my initial charge. I also was left with dirty folded bath towels with pubic hair rolled up in all the towels. There were also spiders all around my door and inside the hotel all around the door and mirrors. It felt spooky during my stay. This place is also crawling with men everywhere and all they do is stare; it's very creepy for a woman.

2023-09-13 • via Nuitee
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patrick
10
Pros:

The staff was very nice and friendly. It was a nice day.

2023-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children
2
Pros:

Booked the hotel after being involved in a minor traffic accident involving hitting a deer and needing a place to stay for the night. The night manger was disrespectful and had an attitude with other customers waiting in line. The following morning we were awoken by the room above our room making excessively loud noise. We left the room at 9:30 to go eat breakfast which was horrible. The milk was room temperature, hot bar was empty, and flies in the pastry container. All that aside, went back to the room to wait for the transportation to find the maid had already stripped our beds and started cleaning the room. It was evident we were still occupying the room because our belongings were still in the room. I went to the front desk and told the clerk that we apparently were being forced to check out because our room was no longer available. Had to sit outside and wait for our ride that was coming from 3 hours away since our car was no longer drivable. By far the worst hotel experience I have ever had and will never stay at this hotel or recommend it.

2023-09-05 • via Nuitee