Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

Hotels
Independent
7.6 (468 reviews)
2918 South Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29577-4855 , Myrtle Beach , US

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Parasailing nearby
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Family-friendly suites
Friendly staff
Great pool area
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Limited dining options
Extra fees

Categories

Cleanliness
6.56
Multiple reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, particularly in rooms and common areas.
Service
9.03
Despite some negative feedback, general sentiment about the staff's friendliness is positive.
Location
8.07
Location is convenient, but check-in across the street is a hassle.
Room Quality
7.02
Rooms described as dirty and not representative of what was depicted online.
Amenities
8.55
The water slides and lazy river are popular, but there are issues with availability and maintenance.
Value for Money
7.51
Extra fees and poor communication contribute to a perception of low value.
Food and Beverage
6.06
Dining options criticized for being limited and not good.
Overall Experience
8.03
Overall enjoyable for some, but multiple complaints indicate mixed feelings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 03:00

Property Description

Discover a heavenly retreat at Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark, where unforgettable memories are made!

Relaxation & Recreation
Dive into fun with 2 outdoor swimming pools and 11 rejuvenating hot tubs. Enjoy complimentary access to our exhilarating water park and engage in friendly competition at the arcade/game room.

Dining Delights
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurants, including Loco Gecko Beach Shak, or unwind with room service in your cozy apartment. Don’t forget to indulge in a freshly brewed drink at our bar/lounge or poolside bar!

Convenient Comforts
Unwind in our spacious 514 air-conditioned rooms equipped with private balconies, refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs. Free Wi-Fi keeps you connected throughout your stay, while our 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist.

Book your getaway today and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure!

Important information:

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MYR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Parking

    Parking height restrictions apply

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 468 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.56
Service: 9.03
Location: 8.07
Room Quality: 7.02
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 6.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
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W4354IFmichaelp Family
2
ROACHES AND BLACK MOLD
Pros:

Unfortunately, we rented 11 rooms for our softball team. 5 of the rooms in Tower 2 had problems with roaches even after a deep clean. There is black mold in several bathrooms. The outside for kids is great but for them to have to sleep in this conditions is embarrassing. The Board of Health should shut them down

2026-07-03 via Tripadvisor
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Harrelson family_with_children us
6
Won’t recommend to anyone
Pros:

Location was nice

Cons:

The room had rust coming from the light fixtures and there was a lot of construction in parking area. Check in was way too long and was hot. The pool area was not being watched because people were throwing balls and things that were not allowed. The restaurant took forever and was way too expensive for the food we got

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Tracy couple us
5
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Jesseclack solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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teresamS1599QN Friends getaway
10
To go to Place for vacation vacations at Myrtle Beach
Pros:

Let’s go this was one of the best places I’ve stayed and I’ve stayed in a lot of places nice beautiful clean

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Katie family_with_children us
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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rebeccahF9066OM Family
6
Service could be better
Pros:

Hotel is very nice, the pools are nice.
The service is questionable.
On my 2nd day I rented a cabana by the pool, I regret even wasting my money on that. I rented #6 for 4pm-10pm we came down at 415pm and there was a whole group of people on my cabana. I informed staff after not seeing any security for an hour I returned to grab n go and spoke with a guy thats when someone finally came down to speak. I called guest services and they promptly moved us to #7 but at that point I had already wasted almost 2 hours trying to even get to a cabana. I then spent another hour running around trying to use the 50$ food voucher was told by the staff at loco gecko they did not accept it, front desk told me they did. Finally a waitress knew what to do. Very frustrating experience.
The saving grace is Darlene at the tiki bar, exceptional service, very helpful and always a great attitude. She was the best part!

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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Keisha couple us
5
Pros:

The water park

Cons:

It was outdated and not very clean.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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edwardmY6943JU Friends getaway
10
Pleasant
Pros:

Darlene the barkeep is awesome

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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FarAway15465178947 Friends getaway
10
Tiki bar ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Pros:

Darlene from the tiki bar has exceeded my expectations. She was very kind and helpful and overall very friendly and enjoyable to talk to. The drinks she made for me and my friend were amazing and i found myself coming back for a second one, when i did we both asked for a recommendation and she whipped up something that we both enjoyed. 10/10 experience, 10/10 person, 10/10 drinks.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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Guzman solo_traveller us
9
Bueno
Pros:

La comodidad de la habitación
Pasamos una instancia muy bonita
Gracias a Dios

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Guzman solo_traveller us
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Emmanuel solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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RockyGator Family Gainesville, Florida
4
Very Poor Experience
Pros:

I stayed for four nights (Sunday through Thursday) after booking the Early Week Deal in a suite. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing from the moment I checked in.

One of the advertised benefits of my package was a $100 credit to Loco Gecko. In addition, I purchased an extra $50 credit. At check-in, I was only given the $50 credit. I returned the following day, and it took approximately 30 minutes for staff to investigate the issue. They eventually added the $100 credit but, in the process, removed the $50 credit I had paid for. It ultimately took a third visit before the problem was finally corrected.

The room itself was also below expectations. It had a strong musty odor, there was visible mold on the curtain, and we found two roaches during our stay. The overall cleanliness of the property appeared to be lacking.

The pool experience was equally frustrating. By 8:00 a.m., every lounge chair was "reserved" with towels or personal items, yet many remained unoccupied for extended periods. This made it nearly impossible to find seating despite the chairs not actually being in use.

We also purchased the reusable souvenir cups, expecting to take advantage of the unlimited refills. However, the soda machines were frequently out of several beverages. When we asked the restaurant staff if they could refill our cups, they accommodated us once, but on a later visit the bartender rolled her eyes and remarked that it "wasn't her job."

Most disappointing was the lack of responsiveness from management. I raised these concerns multiple times throughout my stay, yet no meaningful effort was made to resolve the issues or improve our experience.

Overall, the property did not meet the standards I expected. Between the repeated service issues, cleanliness concerns, and lack of customer care, this was not an enjoyable stay, and I left feeling that my concerns were largely ignored.

2026-06-26 via Tripadvisor
5
518tawannaw Family
10
Great vacation spot
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable. The pool and water park were great. Friendly staff. The price was very reasonable.
We will stay again.

2026-06-26 via Tripadvisor
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Argusta family_with_children us
10
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Treda solo_traveller us
8
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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754kimberlyy Couples
10
Great time and service
Pros:

Always get good rooms but this time we were located right across from the elevators and that was a little clustered coming out of our room but we still had a great time. Also wanted to mention staff Sophia at loco gecko who provided excellent service and bartender Darlene great service also

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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988tyras Family
10
Book Before Its Too Late!
Pros:

Forget what bad review you’ve seen or heard, this hotel was amazing for my family and I. The workers are endlessly working to keep the place clean, esp at the pools. Lots of staff available at the pool to assist in safety swimming and rules being followed. Everyone staff was so polite and helpful. The rooms were updated and so nice. My husband loved the AC the most. Even with the beach renovations going on, hotel was still making it fun and a great time for all guests. The family package offers when booking was a great day.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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alainac998 Family
10
Incredible!
Pros:

Sophia was an absolute delight! She ensured we had everything we needed/wanted, and had the sweetest personality! Truly a wonderful server!!

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor