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Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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Beach bar
Front of property - evening/night
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Superior Oceanfront King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Center Street Highway 171, Folly Beach, SC, 29439-0068
  • Place, Center Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folly Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Oceanfront Two Queen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Oceanfront Two Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(277 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Oceanfront King | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Oceanfront King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Oceanfront Two Queen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Oceanfront Two Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Oceanfront King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

On the beach.With a stay at this Folly Beach hotel, you'll be steps from Folly Beach Fishing Pier and Center Street. Also, Folly River Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Sunset Cay Marina is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Center Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Folly River Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Folly Beach County Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loggerheads Beach Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Folly Beach Crab Shack - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge). Have fun in the sun at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel with summer activities like surfing/body boarding and volleyball.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Folly Beach hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4000 sq ft of conference space
  • 372 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1985
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel offers 132 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 114 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 19.62 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 114 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Folly Beach Hotel
Folly Beach Tides
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Tides Folly Beach
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Tides Hotel
Tides Hotel Folly Beach
Folly Beach Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Folly Beach
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel to the airport?

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is 21.2 mi (35-min drive) away from the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from $151.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel.

How close is Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel to downtown Folly Beach?

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Folly Beach.

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1297 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esther, Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, PARKER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful establishment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lauren

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and views! Not a bad room in the ho

Great beach hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi Celia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tides. The rooms were wonderful and you can't beat the view! The staff was welcoming and so very helpful. You can't beat the location and the views at Tides!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay. Upkeep could be better. Staff is fantastic. Overpriced but your paying tourism prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is so nice here. It was my second stay. I hope to be back some day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyd

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JoJo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Griffin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly kind a d helpful. The whole resort was clean! It is very cloae to the beach. Can't wait to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean and the veds were comfortable. Lobby smells delightful and I loved Pinky's the restaurant. Great beach access and lots of restaurants within walling distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is a little old but kept up. Beach was excellent!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First Time to Folly

This was our first visit to Folly Beach. We enjoyed our short stay. It was nice to be able to bring our 3 year old small dog. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We loved Pinky’s. I have 2 suggestions for the hotel. One, a grassy area for the dogs and hooks or rods to hang wet clothes on in the room. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place always feels like home! It has everything we need within walking distance and such friendly staff! We love coming here year after year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025