The hype
Unbeatable location and views, but the building is showing its age with worn interiors and noise issues.
Tides Folly Beach
$130-360+/ nacht
Boek dit als You want the only hotel on Folly Beach where you can roll out of bed directly onto the sand and don't mind sacrificing some polish for the privilege.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- The only true oceanfront hotel in town—zero street crossing required
- Every single room has a private balcony or patio with an ocean view
- Heated oceanfront pool that stays open year-round
Snel Overzicht: You are paying for the Atlantic Ocean at your doorstep, not for the dated carpets or the echoey concrete hallways.
Beoordeeld door @caseylavie: I had high hopes for Tides Folly Beach. The location is insane—you're right on the water and near all the nightlife. But honestly? The rooms felt damp and the hallway noise was intense. It’s a solid pick if you prioritize beach access over sleep, but skip it for romance.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
Guests consistently complain about the 'motel-style' exterior walkways that let noise bleed into the rooms.
- Your primary goal is maximum beach time with zero commute
- You want a pool with a view and a bar within stumbling distance
- You're traveling with a dog (very pet-friendly)
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
6.5
- Housekeeping: Hit or miss. Daily service is often 'light' (towels/trash) unless requested otherwise.
- Bathroom hygiene: Functional but dated. Watch for slow drains and spots of mildew on ceilings due to the constant humidity.
- Maintenance: Showing wear. Peeling paint on balconies and rust on exterior fixtures are common complaints.
- Linens & towels: Standard hotel grade. Towels can feel scratchy and are often in short supply at the pool.
- Odors & scents: The battle against dampness is real. Rooms often have a lingering musty scent or the chemical smell of cleaning products used to mask it.
Sleepability™
5.5GEMATIGD
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Exterior corridor foot traffic and voices
- Loud in-room heating/cooling units
- Live music from the pier or BLU bar on lower floors
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- The 'resort fee' covers parking for one car, but the lot can get tight on weekends
- There is no indoor hallway; you enter your room from an outside walkway
- Housekeeping is by request or 'light' service unless you specifically ask for a full clean
Wat je mee moet nemen
- High-quality earplugs or a white noise machine
- A sweater for the room (the AC is aggressive to combat humidity)
- Your own beach towels (hotel ones are small and often run out)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Top floor (9th) 'Premium Oceanfront' rooms for the least overhead noise and best horizon views
- Rooms away from the elevator/ice machine to minimize walkway traffic noise
Kamers om te vermijden
- Ground floor 'Beachfront' rooms if you value privacy over patio access (people walk right by)
- Rooms near the pier side on lower floors if you want to avoid bar music
Kamer Aanvraag Genie – kopiëren en plakken
“I would love a room on the highest possible floor, as far away from the elevators and ice machines as possible, to minimize corridor noise.”
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is it really right on the beach?
Yes. You walk out the lobby, past the pool, and your feet are in the sand. No roads to cross.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the oceanfront pool is heated and open year-round, which is a huge perk for shoulder-season visits.
Can I bring my dog?
Absolutely. It's very pet-friendly with a $114 fee per stay, though dogs aren't allowed on the pool deck.
Does the room smell?
It can. Many guests report a 'damp' or musty smell, often masked by strong industrial air freshener in the lobby.
Is breakfast included?
No. There is a grab-and-go breakfast station and a Starbucks (Roasted) on-site, but it's not free.
How bad is the noise?
It's the #1 complaint. The concrete structure echoes, so if someone rolls a suitcase past your door at 6 AM, you will hear it.
Tips van Insiders
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The 'Beachfront' ground floor rooms have patios that open directly to the pool/beach area—great for access, bad for privacy.
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Walk to 'The Washout' (about a mile north) to watch the best local surfers in action.
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The hotel towels are small; grab a few extra from the pool attendant early in the day before they run out.
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
💡The lobby smells aggressively of 'ocean breeze' air freshener, likely to cover up the humidity.
💡The elevators can be painfully slow during peak summer check-in/out times.
💡You might find sand in the carpet even after check-in—it's a battle the housekeeping team rarely wins 100%.
💡The 'Juliette balconies' on some rooms are standing-room only; you can't fit a chair on them.
💡The price can triple from January ($130) to July ($360+), making the value proposition vary wildly.
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