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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
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Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

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Superior Oceanfront Two Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(296 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Oceanfront King

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

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Premium Oceanfront Two Queen

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

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

Premium Oceanfront King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 336 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Folly Beach

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Folly Beach Fishing Pier and a 5-minute walk from Center Street. Folly Island Beaches and Folly River Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Center Street - 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
  • Sunset Cay Marina - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tides Folly Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪LoLo's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Seaside Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dead Low Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 2.28 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: 3 percent
  • Resort fee: USD 26.16 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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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Hotel Tides
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 22.8 mi (45-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 Mar 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel on Mar 15, 2026 start from 206.1, 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 802 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1376 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kert C.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

JOSEPH, Charleston

Parking wasn't easy. I had to wait for someone to notice I couldn't get through the gate at which point they opened it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic!! The view and the sound of the ocean right in our room was amazing! We had a great time!! We are from Idaho so the ocean for us is a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The people
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Rockport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was no Taj Mahal but was awesome nonetheless. Our room was very clean. This is number one for my wife and I. The view was spectacular. The most memorable thing for us is how friendly and helpful every member of the staff was. Just incredible, we thought we were in some other dimension at times as we interacted with the Tides Hotel members. We highly recommend The Tides not only as the place to stay while in Folly Beach but as a destination. Michael Saski
Beautiful Sunrises
The hotel from the pier
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and fantastic staff in fun Folly Beach! The hotel would be even better if it offered charging for electric vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived late at night after a horrible roadtrip consisting of crappy overpriced hotel after crappy overpriced hotel. Patrick, who checked us in, was such a ray of sunshine - I am still thinking about our brief encounter over two weeks later! I wanted to wake up on the ocean on the last morning of our trip and let me tell you, this hotel did not disappoint. We slept with the sliding glass door open and listened to the waves gently crashing all night long; I never heard another sound. I woke up just in time to witness the most spectacular sunrise, as well as a small pod of dolphins feeding near the end of the pier. We left for home in the early morning (long drive back to Naples, FL!), but I cannot wait to return and explore this area more, and I will positively be staying at the Tides once more when I do.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajasekaran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean, spacious room, Staff were friendly and efficient. Checkin was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tile floors by the beach… need a good scrub
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Traveled with partner
Great view of the beach. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Towels and bed linens are in good condition. Pillows are extremely firm. Did not get a goodnight sleep due to the pillows. Need to offer softer pillows. Water pressure is great but very slow shower drain. Very heavy sliding glass door. Can hear others opening and closing their sliding doors. Some of the rooms are being updated. We weren't in an updated room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room faced the ocean and great view. WiFi spotty and kept getting knocked off for work . Toilet ran and they thought they fixed it . Not. Extension cords everywhere. No battery in Smoke detector
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jitinder

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This trip was for my birthday with my husband. I want to start with the positive feedback about the hotel. The staff was very friendly, polite, and welcoming. The lobby, coffee area, and restaurant were clean, well-maintained, and pleasant to spend time in. However, the negative feedback is mainly about the condition of the rooms. The room we stayed in was poorly maintained. The furniture had rust on it, and the bathroom was in especially bad shape. There was visible mold around the tub and rust throughout the bathroom. The rooms and décor are in serious need of an upgrade, and management should consider investing in improvements. The location of this hotel is amazing it’s very walkable to restaurants, shops, and other attractions. With better room maintenance, this hotel has the potential to be truly great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great. Check out was horrible as the bellman did not show up for work at 7am. I finally loaded my luggage myself after waiting 45 minutes. I am partially disabled which was difficult to do
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was awesome! Pinky’s restaurant was perfect to watch a ball game and eat. The hotel is within walking distance to so many great places. We were very comfortable there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy, Naples

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was spectacular. Location was perfect. On-site restaurant, Pinky’s, is really good. Will definitely go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025