Myrtle Beach, S.C., is the East Coast's version of golf heaven. The nearly 100 courses in the area overshadow the gorgeous white sand beaches, making Myrtle Beach one of the most desirable golf destinations in the world. And, where there's golf, you will find fine resorts where you can get in beach time and save a few dollars with a premium golf package.
Springmaid Beach Resort
With 27 acres of pristine beachfront property and 500 oceanview rooms, the Springmaid Beach Resort is an ideal place to bring the family. The resort has spared no expense in bringing guests an unparalleled beach experience, going so far as to build its own pier. Each of the resort rooms have private, ocean-facing balconies, free Wi-Fi and full-sized refrigerators and microwaves. There are six pools on the property along with two lazy rivers, miniature golf and an arcade. And, while the kids are having fun, you can take advantage of one of the golf packages, including a three-night, three-round special.
Springmaid Beach Resort
3200 South Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577
(866) 764-8501
springmaidbeach.com/
Coral Beach Resort and Suites
Located two miles up the Grand Strand from Springmaid is Coral Beach Resort and Suites. It has been named by the Travel Channel as the "Best Family Accommodations" in the city. The list of things to do around the resort is virtually endless with a bowling alley, game room, indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, a lazy river, his and her saunas, daily entertainment on the pool deck and nighttime karaoke. The rooms are all suite size and have separate sleeping quarters and a sitting area along with a balcony. The resort not only offers a variety of golf packages for guests to choose from, but it also has a children's program to keep the younger ones busy while you play some golf.
Coral Beach Resort and Suites
1105 South Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577
(800) 556-1754
myrtlebeach-resorts.com/coral-beach/?iid=cb
The Legends Golf Resort
Pure golf nirvana---that could be used to describe the golf experience at The Legends Golf Resort. With six courses right out your door, including Myrtle Beach's only 5-star-rated course, the TPC at Myrtle Beach, there's no shortage of challenge and golf excitement for guests. The accommodations are created to resemble a Scottish village, right down to the replicated Scottish pub. Instead of a room at the resort, you get a villa that has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a full kitchen and dining area and many other amenities, including a washer and dryer. If a day on one of the award-winning courses isn't enough to work out the kink, The Legends boasts one of the premiere-lighted practice facilities in the Southeastern United States.
The Legends Golf Resort
1500 Legends Road
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29579-6808
(843) 236-9318
legendsgolf.com
About The Author
Patrick Cameron is a freelance writer with 10 years of diverse experience in consumer goods branding, promotions, and retail communications. He works out of his home in Denver, Colorado. In his free time Patrick is an avid golfer and has been playing the game he loves for over 35 years.
