Ocean Crest Inn and Suites

Ocean Crest Inn and Suites is a beachfront, budget-focused property on South Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach, set up for travelers who want to be close to the Boardwalk area without paying for a full-service resort. The draw is simple: direct beach access, a compact footprint, and the core in-room essentials that make multi-night stays easier for families, teams, and work groups.

Set near the south end of the main Myrtle Beach strip, the location helps groups keep their days moving. You are close enough to walk to several classic attractions, and you are also a short drive from bigger entertainment districts and the airport. That mix works well when your block has staggered arrivals, changing schedules, or people who need to break off for errands without creating a transportation plan every time.

Groups using Ocean Crest usually want a straightforward home base with practical rooms, pool time, and minimal friction at check-in. Engine Groups adds value here by keeping the rooming list organized, handling changes when dates shift, and keeping billing rules clear when multiple parties are paying under different arrangements.

Key hotel features and amenities

• Beachfront access with easy transitions between rooms and the shoreline

• Indoor pool plus a seasonal outdoor pool setup, including a hot tub style soaking option

• Private balconies or terrace access in many room types

• In-room refrigerator and microwave for leftovers, drinks, and quick meals

• Coffee and tea maker in rooms for early starts

• Flat-screen TV with cable channels

• Free Wi-Fi throughout the property for schedules, messaging, and basic work needs

• 24-hour front desk for late arrivals and multi-wave check-ins

• Elevator access for upper floors

• Self-service laundry facilities for longer stays and team gear

• Outdoor terrace and picnic-style space, with grilling areas on site

• Vending and ATM access on property

• Smoke-free, non-smoking room policy

• On-site parking, with availability that can be limited during peak dates

Features of interest to group travelers

• Room types that can support mixed occupancy, including options beyond a single standard layout (useful for leads, families, or roommate pairs)

• Refrigerators and microwaves that help control meal planning and reduce daily restaurant coordination

• Laundry access that supports multi-day trips, tournament weekends, and extended assignments

• Indoor pool option that keeps downtime available even when weather turns

• Outdoor gathering areas that work for informal meetups, headcounts, and quick updates

• 24-hour desk coverage that helps when your group arrives in waves

• Parking considerations that favor carpools and planned vehicle assignments during high-demand weekends

• Best fit for informal huddles and quick check-ins on site, with formal classroom-style briefings handled at a nearby venue when seating and AV are required

• Engine Groups trip manager support for:

  • Room block setup and rooming list control

  • Name swaps, additions, and last-minute changes

  • Extensions and early departures without losing track of who is staying when

  • Billing alignment so the organizer is not untangling charges after checkout

Nearby within 2 to 3 miles

• Family Kingdom Amusement Park and the nearby water attractions in the same area

• Myrtle Beach Boardwalk for walkable dining, arcades, and meetup landmarks

• Second Avenue Pier for an easy gathering point and ocean views

• SkyWheel Myrtle Beach for a quick, recognizable outing near the main strip

• Ripley’s Believe It or Not! for a compact, walkable attraction off the Boardwalk corridor

• Broadway at the Beach for a larger cluster of restaurants, shows, and entertainment

• Ripley’s Aquarium for a structured indoor activity option near the Broadway area

• Myrtle Beach Convention Center for teams attending events, competitions, or scheduled programs