Pros

  • Quiet beachfront location in North Myrtle Beach
  • Spacious condos with fully equipped kitchens, private balconies, and up to four bedrooms
  • Indoor and outdoor swimming pools and hot tubs; plus a lazy river
  • Seasonal poolside bar for snacks and drinks
  • Common area with kitchen, flat-screen TV, and outside fire-pits
  • Spacious fitness center with modern equipment and flat-screen TVs
  • Small spa provides on-demand services
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout
  • Free on-site parking
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Cons

  • Far from central Myrtle Beach (pro for some)
  • No front desk or lobby services available
  • No full on-site restaurant
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Bottom Line

The three-pearl Mar Vista Grande is a vacation rental property with individually owned condos. Its beachfront location in North Myrtle Beach is quiet, but there are a handful of restaurants and shops within a 10-minute walk. The 160 condos feature individual interiors with fully-equipped kitchens, separate bedrooms (up to four) and living areas, private balconies, and free Wi-Fi. While there is no full on-site restaurant, there is a seasonal poolside bar and a common area with a full kitchen and barbecue facilities. There are both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, along with shallow kids' pools and outdoor lazy river. The fitness center and small spa are a bonus for this type of property. Travelers looking for a more traditional resort might consider Island Vista Resort, which includes two restaurants and kid-friendly activities.

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Oyster Hotel Review

Mar Vista Grande

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Quiet vacation rental property with indoor and outdoor common areas

One of the few vacation rental properties in Myrtle Beach, Mar Vista Grande is a more relaxed accommodation choice compared to the nearby mega-resorts. With no lobby or reception desk, the property has a more residential vibe -- guests are given a lockbox code to access their keys. There are a few common areas, including Anchors Lounge, a relaxing space with a classic beach-style decor complete with a large comfortable sofa, cozy fireplace, and driftwood accents. Outside, the large patio features a few seating areas among fire pits and barbecue facilities. The indoor and outdoor pool areas are adjacent to each other, both with several surrounding seating areas and sun loungers. The small oval-shape lazy river is quite small and has no water features. Guests are mostly families looking for a quiet self-catering spot within close driving distance of the areas attractions.

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Location

Beachfront location, a 30-minute drive to Central Myrtle Beach

Compared to bustling downtown Myrtle Beach, the quieter, more residential North Myrtle Beach is a tranquil setting away from the noise. Getting to the sand takes a quick walk over the dune in the front of the hotel, and it's a 10-minute walk to Main Street where there are a few restaurants, bars, and shops. Nearby golf courses include: Beachwood Golf Club (three-minute drive), Azalea Sands Golf Club (five-minute drive), Surf Golf and Beach Club (five-minute drive), Barefoot Resort & Golf (10-minute drive), and Grande Dunes (16-minute drive). The Highway 501 Tanger Outlet is a 25-minute drive, while the Highway 17 Tanger Outlet is a 15-minute drive. The lively Broadway at the Beach, with live entertainment, shows, and restaurants, is a 25-minute drive away. The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade and famous Myrtle Beach SkyWheel are about 30 minutes by car. For families, the Family Kingdom Amusement Park is also a 30-minute drive away. The small Grand Strand Airport is a seven-minute drive. Myrtle Beach International Airport is 35 minutes by car.

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Rooms

Individually owned and designed condos with fully-equipped kitchens

Each of the 160 condos at Mar Vista Grande are individually owned and furnished. Each unit therefore features a different look, with various different styles available. Condos have either three or four bedrooms with modern and well-kept interiors. Decor varies from classic rooms with elegant decor to neutral-toned beach-house styles. Each unit includes a full kitchen with refrigerators, stoves, burners, coffeemakers, dishwashers, dishware, and cooking utensils. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, ceiling fans, flat-screen TVs (in lounges and all bedrooms), vacuum cleaners, washers and dryers, irons and ironing boards, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms include either walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Hairdryers, magnifying mirrors, and basic toiletries are provided. Each room has an en-suite bathroom; master bathrooms often have separate whirlpool tubs. All condos come with private furnished balconies with either direct or partial ocean views. 

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Features

Indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, lazy river, Tiki Bar, common area, spa, and fitness center

As Mar Vista Granda is a vacation rental property with self-catering units, there are a limited array of amenities compared to other mega resorts in the area. Most guests love the several swimming facilities, including an outdoor pool (with shallow sections), indoor heated pool, indoor kids' pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and an outdoor lazy river. There are several surrounding seating areas and sun loungers. A seasonal poolside bar, the Tiki Bar, is located by the outdoor pool. The Tiki Bar serves drinks and snacks during the day and into the early evening. Anchors Lounge, a common space, features a flat-screen TV, kitchen, barbecue facilities, fire pits, and indoor and outdoor seating space. There is no full restaurant. Unexpectedly, there's a small spa offering basic treatments along with a fitness center with a selection of modern TRUE cardio and weight-training equipment. On-site parking and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel are free.

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Oyster Hotel Review

Mar Vista Grande

Scene

Quiet vacation rental property with indoor and outdoor common areas

One of the few vacation rental properties in Myrtle Beach, Mar Vista Grande is a more relaxed accommodation choice compared to the nearby mega-resorts. With no lobby or reception desk, the property has a more residential vibe -- guests are given a lockbox code to access their keys. There are a few common areas, including Anchors Lounge, a relaxing space with a classic beach-style decor complete with a large comfortable sofa, cozy fireplace, and driftwood accents. Outside, the large patio features a few seating areas among fire pits and barbecue facilities. The indoor and outdoor pool areas are adjacent to each other, both with several surrounding seating areas and sun loungers. The small oval-shape lazy river is quite small and has no water features. Guests are mostly families looking for a quiet self-catering spot within close driving distance of the areas attractions.

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Location

Beachfront location, a 30-minute drive to Central Myrtle Beach

Compared to bustling downtown Myrtle Beach, the quieter, more residential North Myrtle Beach is a tranquil setting away from the noise. Getting to the sand takes a quick walk over the dune in the front of the hotel, and it's a 10-minute walk to Main Street where there are a few restaurants, bars, and shops. Nearby golf courses include: Beachwood Golf Club (three-minute drive), Azalea Sands Golf Club (five-minute drive), Surf Golf and Beach Club (five-minute drive), Barefoot Resort & Golf (10-minute drive), and Grande Dunes (16-minute drive). The Highway 501 Tanger Outlet is a 25-minute drive, while the Highway 17 Tanger Outlet is a 15-minute drive. The lively Broadway at the Beach, with live entertainment, shows, and restaurants, is a 25-minute drive away. The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade and famous Myrtle Beach SkyWheel are about 30 minutes by car. For families, the Family Kingdom Amusement Park is also a 30-minute drive away. The small Grand Strand Airport is a seven-minute drive. Myrtle Beach International Airport is 35 minutes by car.

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Rooms

Individually owned and designed condos with fully-equipped kitchens

Each of the 160 condos at Mar Vista Grande are individually owned and furnished. Each unit therefore features a different look, with various different styles available. Condos have either three or four bedrooms with modern and well-kept interiors. Decor varies from classic rooms with elegant decor to neutral-toned beach-house styles. Each unit includes a full kitchen with refrigerators, stoves, burners, coffeemakers, dishwashers, dishware, and cooking utensils. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, ceiling fans, flat-screen TVs (in lounges and all bedrooms), vacuum cleaners, washers and dryers, irons and ironing boards, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms include either walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Hairdryers, magnifying mirrors, and basic toiletries are provided. Each room has an en-suite bathroom; master bathrooms often have separate whirlpool tubs. All condos come with private furnished balconies with either direct or partial ocean views. 

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Features

Indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, lazy river, Tiki Bar, common area, spa, and fitness center

As Mar Vista Granda is a vacation rental property with self-catering units, there are a limited array of amenities compared to other mega resorts in the area. Most guests love the several swimming facilities, including an outdoor pool (with shallow sections), indoor heated pool, indoor kids' pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and an outdoor lazy river. There are several surrounding seating areas and sun loungers. A seasonal poolside bar, the Tiki Bar, is located by the outdoor pool. The Tiki Bar serves drinks and snacks during the day and into the early evening. Anchors Lounge, a common space, features a flat-screen TV, kitchen, barbecue facilities, fire pits, and indoor and outdoor seating space. There is no full restaurant. Unexpectedly, there's a small spa offering basic treatments along with a fitness center with a selection of modern TRUE cardio and weight-training equipment. On-site parking and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel are free.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Beach

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Children's Pool

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Pool

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Spa

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