Garden City Inn

Hotels
8.2 (1411 reviews)
1120 North Waccamaw Drive , Murrells Inlet , US
+1 843-651-5600

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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Rooms offered great views, but several issues reported including outdated facilities.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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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
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Charles • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

The location is perfect

Cons:

The be was most uncomfortable thing I ever tried to sleep on we ended up leaving a day early because we couldn't sleep there

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • us
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Miranda • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • couple • us
5
It was a decent stay.
Pros:

One bed was very nice. Pool was nice and nice view of the beach. Shower was great!! Friendly staff. Very clean.

Cons:

One bed had squeaky springs. I would not have cooked anything on that stove…rusted, terrible. Was a little rundown. The coffee creamer packet was awful…came out in brownish pieces and when I told the front desk,he gave me more packets that were the same. Coffee was terrible too.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Candace • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The view

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ruthann • couple • us
8
Amazing location, great staff, very comfortable place, great value!
Pros:

Location right on the beach was extraordinary! Pool, ocean, convenience store, a few blocks away from the pier.. perfect!

Cons:

No elevator, but this turned out to be a plus.. lost two pounds on vacay!!

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Gagnon • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beach front and the price

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Kim • extended_group • us
10
Relaxing and Fun
Pros:

Convenient location, all rooms and pool deck ocean front, clean, comfortable beds, strong water pressure in showers, great staff

Cons:

If I could stay longer

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Ramona Lee • solo_traveller • us
10
Beach trip in sc was awesome
Pros:

The staff was fantastic , super friendly.

Cons:

The air is very loud and no elevator. Stairs are horrible for seniors.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
5
We had a great visit and would stay here again!
Pros:

The place was nice overall. Beachfront and the balcony was nice to have.

Cons:

No elevator but it wasn’t a deal breaker.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Gina • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The room and property were clean. The location is fantastic!

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Irina • couple • us
1
Disappointing and poorly maintained — we left after only two nights of a four-night stay.
Pros:

The location near the beach was convenient.

Cons:

Unfortunately, the condition of the room was very disappointing. The furniture was old, heavily worn and scratched. The refrigerator stopped working during our stay, and the air conditioner was extremely loud. The room also had very poor soundproofing. Guests below us were sitting outside talking and shouting loudly, and we could hear everything clearly from inside our room. Overall, the property felt outdated and poorly maintained. We booked four nights but were so disappointed with the conditions that we checked out after only two nights. We contacted the property regarding the unused nights but did not receive a response.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee