Garden City Inn

Hotels
8.2 (1411 reviews)
1120 North Waccamaw Drive , Murrells Inlet , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Ocean view
Affordable rates
Cons:
Poor communication
Cleanliness issues
Service variability

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
Several rooms mentioned cleanliness issues, including paint and odors.
Service
7.63
Mixed reviews on service; some staff were pleasant while others were rude.
Location
9.17
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent waterfront location.
Room Quality
8.12
Rooms offered great views, but several issues reported including outdated facilities.
Amenities
7.65
Inadequate amenities mentioned, such as malfunctioning TV and missing coffee items.
Value for Money
8.61
Rooms were described as affordable with favorable rates.
Food and Beverage
8.66
No mentions of food quality; assumed standard for hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.13
General positive sentiment with specific negatives noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:40

Property Description

Oceanfront Property with Balcony Views

Spectacular Views: Enjoy stunning ocean views from your private balcony in our rooms. Soundproofing ensures a peaceful stay.

Relaxation and Convenience: Take a dip in the outdoor pool or walk to The Pier At Garden City just minutes away. Complimentary WiFi and free parking add to the convenience.

Home-like Comforts: Our rooms feature flat-screen TVs, desks, and hardwood floors. Opt for a studio with a kitchenette for added convenience.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and comfort at our oceanfront hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1411 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 7.63
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.13
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John • couple • us
9
Great location right on the beach in Garden City. Clean facilities and room.
Pros:

Great location and value for the area.

Cons:

No elevator

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

View and friendly staff

Cons:

All stairs

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Annette • solo_traveller • nl
4
Pros:

The location was great! The hotel is right on the beach and within walking distance of several restaurants and the Garden City Pier. It’s a convenient spot for enjoying the beach and nearby attractions. The staff was friendly, and I appreciated being able to use the pool before check-in.

Cons:

The hotel did not live up to the 8 rating on Booking.com. The updates to the room were minimal and poorly done, with peeling paint and an overall neglected appearance. The towels had visible stains, and the floor was sticky and sandy. I noticed that neighboring properties cleaned their pools every morning, but I did not see the same routine at this hotel. Cleanliness and maintenance definitely need improvement.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Maik • couple • us
7
Pros:

The location of the hotel was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The Rooms was semi Clean to the level to stay but overall status from the rooms was old and very wet inside.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jim • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Got told by some jerk I could only get a small bucket of ice. I was just filling up a gallon size zip lock bag mind you. Didn't know ice was that valuable at 5:30 am??? Needless to say, he was a jerk! Bad time of the morning to be sneaking up behind someone. No elevator, its rough after fishing all day and taking all my stuff up those steps

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Rusty • couple • us
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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ROBERT • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Ken • couple • us
8
Great time and the hotel was pleasant
Cons:

We are both 77 and they put us on the 4th floor with no elevator
Far to many trips up and down difficult stairs.ice machine was on the 2nd floor and no ice at times

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
7
Will return
Pros:

Ocean front

Cons:

Had reserved bottom floor paid extra and at check in the guy had given my bottom floor to another guest. And gave us 2nd floor but the next morning the manager and front desk associate made it right and moved us.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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lanny • solo_traveller • us
9
Loved the stay
Pros:

Best shower around.

Cons:

I’m six four so the mirrors were to short

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • us
9
Better than expected!
Pros:

Friendly staff. Exceptionally clean! Good location. Appears that rooms have been updated. Comfortable beds. Apartment size fridge and microwave. Pool and patio area looked very nice. All ocean front rooms.

Cons:

Older building so there were no elevators. Only 4 floors. We were in 305 and the door didn’t fit tight. The maintenance room was just outside our room so there was some extra noise.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jen Jen Catherine • couple • us
10
Wonderful 180 degrees oceanfront view room, great staff and everywhere is very clean!!!
Pros:

Wonderful location! All room are oceanfront!!! We saw gorgeous sunrise every morning from our balcony! The water in shower room was great!!! Love this hotel and highly recommended!

Cons:

The per fee was $65 plus tax and end up about $75.xx.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Wilcock • solo_traveller • us
8
It was a great location
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

No cream or sugar or sweet n low available for coffee

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
10
Love GardennCity
Pros:

Love this place ..stay every year

Cons:

Room was very damp

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

It was small and quiet. Great location.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Greg • couple • us
8
It was over all good
Pros:

No food at the hotel. Room was clean.

Cons:

Changing the sheets never happened. As well as cleaning the room. All they did was bring new towels 3 times

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Reagan • couple • us
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Hall • solo_traveller • us
10
Vacation
Pros:

We always love staying at the Garden City Inn. The staff is friendly and engaging. Elizabeth "lunchbox" is the best! We always look forward to seeing her. The location is amazing as well as the view.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee