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Destination Guide: The golf courses of Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand

By Brandon Tucker,
Senior Writer

Myrtle Beach, S.C. anchors the "Grand Strand," which spans from Brunswick County in North Carolina, to historic Georgetown to the south. Within this stretch of about 70 miles there are more than 100 golf courses, making Myrtle Beach one of the most golf-rich regions in the world.

It also ranks at the top in variety, garnering the nickname, the "supermarket of golf." Myrtle Beach long ago shed its reputation as a bargain-basement destination and today there are more than a dozen ultra high-end courses ranging from $150-200 in the peak season - still a tremendous bargain versus most other destinations in the world.

Golf Digest has been especially kind to the Grand Strand, ranking 10 of its courses in its "Top 100 You Can Play" list, more than any other destination in America.

The Dunes Golf & Beach Club, located right off the beach, is the area's most prestigious golf course, while the Barefoot Resort up the road features an all-star foursome of designers on its courses: Dye, Fazio, Love III and Greg Norman. Many of the world's top architects have at least one design somewhere along the Grand Strand.

The Grand Strand can be divided into three regions: the North and South Strand, and Myrtle Beach itself.

The South Strand begins around Murrells Inlet, a small fishing village home to world-class seafood restaurants along the Marshwalk. It's also here where the lowcountry comes to life, filled with centuries-old oaks on historic Carolina plantation properties. Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, Pawleys Plantation and the Heritage Club highlight the South Strand.

The North Strand, comprised of North Myrtle Beach to Sunset Beach in North Carolina seemingly has a golf course on every block. Multi-course resorts such as Ocean Ridge Plantation, Barefoot and Sea Trail dazzle, while River's Edge and Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links boast natural, waterfront beauty.

Myrtle Beach itself is home to plenty of golf courses in its own regard, from historic Pine Lakes International, the area's first course, the Dunes Club nearby, and glamorous Grande Dunes along the Intracoastal Waterway. Myrtle Beach's main artery, Highway 501, features two multi-course facilities, Legends and Myrtle Beach National, home to the renowned King's North course.

How to stay in Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach-area resort properties have also embraced the condo concept over hotels - a perfect fit for a family of four or a foursome. There are limitless options, from four-bedroom oceanfront condos to one-bedroom on-course condos. The advantages are numerous: bigger living spaces mean more room for the whole group, and a fully-furnished kitchen means plenty of space to store your cases of libations.

Climate and golf seasons

You can golf year-round on the Grand Strand, and there are up to a dozen different rate seasons annually for golf courses in Myrtle Beach. While Myrtle Beach is its busiest during the summer months, golf's peak season ranges from mid-March through the last week of April. At this time, courses are in their best condition, greens are fast and smooth, the azaleas are in full bloom and the weather is perfect.

Courses are their cheapest during the summer. At this time of year, you can find tee times for as low as $35-50 at many of the lower-end courses that charge $70-90 during peak season.

Courses are also very busy during the fall and winter months, filled with sun-starved northeasterners and Canadians - many of whom you're certain to see on the beach in their swim trunks despite 60-degree highs. There certainly is a season - and a golf course - for everyone in the Grand Strand.

 

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Palmetto Discount Golf

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Caravelle Golf & Family Resort

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Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

Stay oceanfront in the heart of Myrtle Beach. and play your choice of approximately 100 of the most desirable golf courses in the U. S. CONVENIENCE is key: only minutes from the Myrtle Beach International Airport and the city's most popular attractions, restaurants and, most importantly, GOLF! Let our professional golf staff customize a package that meets the unique needs of you and your group.

Hampton Inn Northwood

The Hampton Inn Northwood hotel is located in the northern part of Myrtle Beach in the Grand Dunes area. Our hotel is conveniently located off Highway 17 and provides easy access of the beach’s best courses.


Golf Zoo

MyrtleBeach-GolfTrips. com offers the most options for you and your golf vacation to Myrtle Beach. Whether you’re looking for a golf resort, condo, hotel or even a private home while playing at some of the best golf courses Myrtle Beach has to offer! MyrtleBeach-GolfTrips.

Coastal Golf Away

Thinking of a Myrtle Beach golf vacation? CoastalGolfaway. com is the right place to get started. We have been helping golfers plan and enjoy great golf vacations to Myrtle Beach since 1986.


Gazebo Inn

The Gazebo Inn is located on the oceanfront in South Myrtle Beach, close to the area’s finest dining, shopping, entertainment, attractions, nightlife and most importantly, the Grand Strand’s “Must-Play” golf courses.

Roxanne Towers

The Roxanne Towers is centrally located in the heart of Myrtle Beach and within walking distance of The Pavilion Amusement Park, shopping, and restaurants as well as 14th Avenue Pier and Chapin Park.


Sheraton Myrtle Beach

The best of Myrtle Beach is just outside your door at the centrally located Sheraton Myrtle Beach. We are not just any hotel, the Sheraton offers so much more for you to connect & experience after golfing.

Camelot by the Sea

Camelot by the Sea, located in the heart of Myrtle Beach, features beautifully appointed studios, two-, three- and four-room suites that feature private oceanfront balconies and plenty of fabulous amenities, including two spacious Roman spas, indoor lazy river, oceanfront pool and fitness room.


Marina Inn at Grande Dunes

From championship golf to exquisite dining, our many exceptional amenities make the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes is an extraordinary place to relax and unwind. The attention you’ll receive is more than elegant.

Myrtle Beach Golf Masters

We are local people with local knowledge. Our goal is to provide you with a quality South Carolina golf trip in the Myrtle Beach and Grand Strand area, including Brunswick County, North Carolina, at discounted prices.


Anderson Ocean Club

Beginning in November 2007, spend your golf vacation at Anderson Ocean Club, where upscale relaxation comes with a view of the ocean. Our studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom condominiums feature spacious balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, with room service and other amenities available.

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Golfers have enough to think about, right? That's why your best bet for a golf trip to Myrtle Beach is a "Golf Package," where your golf rounds and accommodations are booked in one easy transaction.


Coral Beach Resort

It’s no surprise that Coral Beach won the Travel Channel award for “Best Family Accommodations” in Myrtle Beach with outstanding service and an abundance of on-site amenities. With over 300 spacious suites, condos and rooms, Coral Beach is one of Myrtle Beach’s premiere resorts.

Ocean Dunes Resort & Villas

OCEAN DUNES RESORT & VILLAS is a long-time tradition for Myrtle Beach golfers. Featuring beachfront rooms, suites, and villas, it’s well-known for the variety in accommodation types, personalized service and great resort facilities.


Sands Ocean Club Resort

SANDS OCEAN CLUB RESORT is the golfer's choice for an exciting vacation. Spacious 1, 2 & 3-bedroom suites and efficiencies combined with resort facilities such as Ocean Annie’s Beach Bar make this an ideal spot.

Sea Watch Resort

The Sea Watch Resort sets the standard in Myrtle Beach golf packages. Featuring luxurious studio units and one, two and three bedroom condominiums as well as 18 pools, whirlpools and lazy rivers, the Sea Watch Resort is a true golfer paradise.


Myrtle Beach Golf Wizard

If you and your group really want to enjoy the Myrtle Beach Golf experience this year, let the Wizard help you with all the details. He will guide you every step of the way from selecting the right courses to matching you up with the accommodations -you will end up believing in magic.

Dunes Village

The Dunes Village Resort, located in the quiet residential section of Myrtle Beach continues its tradition of serving you in spacious oceanfront luxury. Our resort is staffed and ready to serve you around the clock.


The Horizon

This stately ocean view resort offers one, two and three-bedroom condos featuring full kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances; plus over-sized balconies offering the best panoramic northern Atlantic Ocean coastline views you’ll find!Ready for fun? Horizon has a unique, elevated water recreation plaza that sits 40 feet above the ground! Enjoy the ocean views from the indoor and outdoor pools, lazy river and spa; or head up to the quiet roof top sun deck for some relaxing quiet time.

Long Bay Resort

The Long Bay Resort, with its beautiful 15-story tower, features spacious 3-bedroom condominiums perfect for your golf foursome. Our golf privileges extend to more than 100 championship courses, including the private Dunes Golf and Beach Club.


Hampton Inn Harbourgate

The Hampton Inn Harbourgate features wireless Internet access in all guest rooms and public areas, an indoor pool, fitness room and coin laundry. We proudly serve complimentary “On The House” hot breakfast daily and are conveniently located to all area attractions.

Ocean Creek Resort

Beautiful Ocean Creek Resort is located in the heart of Myrtle Beach golf country and directly across the street from Barefoot Landing. Spread among 57 well-manicured acres, the resort has accommodations ranging from direct oceanfront condos to non-oceanfront homes, townhouses, studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom condos.


Compass Cove

Commitment to providing the best golf vacation is our #1 goal at Compass Cove Resort. We have years of experience in providing special packages for every golfer on any budget. Golf at more than 100 of the area's top golf courses with guaranteed preferred tee times.

Beach Colony

The golfer's best choice…best location, accommodations and amenities. Featuring an onsite restaurant, lounge, indoor and outdoor pools, poolside bar and grill, whirlpools, exercise room, saunas, free racquetball court and FREE wireless Internet access in all units.


Myrtle Beach Golf Trips

When your golf vacation getaway dreams have you taking your best shot at the Grand Strand’s great golf courses, there is a place that’s just perfect for turning your dreams into reality.

Myrtle Beach Golf Desk

At the Myrtle Beach Golf Desk, we are with you all the way, helping you plan your golf vacation form start to finish. Founded in 1991, the Golf Desk features 100 championship courses and more than 40 lodging options.


Ambassador Golf & Beach

www. AmbassadorGolf. travel offers:  Online tee time bookingReal Time PricingTee Time AvailabilityInstant QuotesCurrent AM and PM Pricing SpecialsGolf Insider: What other golfers are saying about all area courses.  Share your comments and join the discussionAmbassador is the Grand Strand’s full-service leaderin golf packages and tee-time-only bookings.

GolfPac

With over 30 years' experience, Golfpac is your best resource for Myrtle Beach golf vacations and packages. Whether you're looking for a quick weekend getaway, your annual buddies' road trip or the golf vacation of a lifetime, you can rely on the travel experts at Golfpac.


Sand Dunes Resort Hotel

SAND DUNES RESORT HOTEL is the preferred destination for golfers. Accommodations vary from oceanfront rooms to 2 & 3 bedroom Executive Suites. Golfers enjoy Sands’ personable staff and resort facilities. Choose from Golf the Beach Traditional Packages with highlights such as Legends Value and Build Your Own, or Golf the Beach Seasonal Specials with super savings.

Breakers

The Breakers Resort includes the Resort Hotel and Paradise Tower at 21st Avenue North and the Boutique North Tower at 27th Avenue North. The Breakers Resort offers golfers unbeatable year-round golf packages that cater to every player, a free gift and a weekly cocktail party (in season).


Dayton House Resort

Located on the oceanfront directly out from Broadway at the Beach, the Dayton House Resort is truly in the center of all that Myrtle Beach has to offer. Our location provides easy access to the Grand Strand’s world class golf, dining, entertainment and shopping, as well as a relaxed, uncrowded, quiet atmosphere.

Signature Golf Packages

Signature Golf Packages offers a collection of Myrtle Beach hotels and Myrtle Beach golf courses for your golf vacation. We work with many Myrtle Beach area hotels and condominiums, from economical to luxurious.


Boardwalk

The Boardwalk Beach Resort offers a variety of accommodations, great golf package rates and is centrally located to golf courses, attractions, dining, Myrtle Beach International Airport and Broadway at the Beach.

Sands Beach Club Resort

All-Suite accommodations are popular at SANDS BEACH CLUB RESORT!Choose from Golf the Beach Traditional Packages with highlights such as Legends Value and Build Your Own, or Golf the Beach Seasonal Specials with super savings.


Caribbean

Welcome to the completely transformed Caribbean Resort, an island-inspired paradise. The multi-million dollar renovation of the Dominican Suite tower and the brand NEW addition of the ultra-modern Cayman condo tower mark another pinnacle achievement for Myrtle Beach's favorite golf resort.

Springmaid Beach Resort

One of the best golf values in Myrtle Beach! Stretch your dollar and make the most of your time with these incredible, flexible deals for lodging and play on the area's most popular courses.


Grand Strand Tee Off

Did your last vacation seem like too much work? Is planning a corporate outting becoming a nightmare? Let us worry for you. Grand Strand Tee Off will take the hassle out of planning.

Grande Shores Ocean Resort

Go from Great to Grande! Located along the most preferred section of Myrtle Beach, Grande Shores Resort offers a unique choice of standard hotel rooms and luxury condominium suites convenient to some of the most requested courses on the Grand Strand.


Myrtlewood Golf Resort & Villas

Surrounded by the lush, rolling fairways of Myrtlewood Golf Club, these spacious Myrtle Beach condo rentals feature 1, 2 or 3-bedroom units with full kitchen, generous living area, daily housekeeping service options, and outdoor pools with patio grills.

Kingston Plantation

Enjoy a golf vacation par excellence. Get ready for the best golf getaway ever, at Kingston Plantation in Myrtle Beach. Our 145-acre oceanfront resort is home to Arcadian Shores, a 72-par championship course designed by Rees Jones.


MyrtleBeachGolf.com

Just imagine full service oceanfront golf resorts that span the entire Grand Strand,factor in 2-bedroom golf course villas at some of the finest courses in the area, add a staff that is dedicated to creating the best golf vacations possible and together they form MyrtleBeachGolfHotels.

Best Western Grand Strand Inn & Suites

Easily accessible to all courses and a five minute drive from Myrtle Beach International Airport, Best Western offers golf groups a choice of deluxe oceanfront accommodations or affordable accommodations located across the street.


Marriott Resort at Grande Dunes

Take comfort in our luxurious guest rooms. After a long day of golf you'll truly appreciate the quiet solitude of the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort's accommodations. You'll find 407 spacious guest rooms, handsomely furnished for maximum comfort.

3 Palms Oceanfront Myrtle Beach

Our newly renovated hotel features luxurious oceanfront suites and studio accommodations while offering the comfort and convenience of home in a beautiful setting. 3 Palms Oceanfront is located in the heart of Myrtle Beach.


Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort

Mastering the artistry of Myrtle Beach Golf Packaging, Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort has earned its reputation for unique and most outstanding package performance in quality, convenience and affordability. This 15-acre golf resort caters unreservedly to golfers and golf group requirements.

Crown Reef Resort

Exceeding your expectations is a Crown Reef tradition. Our beautiful oceanfront location, attentive staff and world-class amenities make it easy to relax and enjoy yourself. Let our golf package professionals handle all the details.


Legends Resort

Welcome to Myrtle Beach’s finest golf resort, The Legends. Choose from six award-winning championship courses including the only 5-star course in the area, the TPC of Myrtle Beach! Relax in the splendor of our luxury golf villas or sharpen your game on one of the finest lighted practice facilities in the Southeast.

Ocean Reef Resort

Located just minutes from the area's championship courses and local attractions, Ocean Reef's knowledgeable golf staff looks forward to helping you plan your next golf vacation. Our golf packages include your choice of accommodation, buffet breakfast, greens and cart fees.


Island Vista

Set in a quiet, residential neighborhood, the Island Vista has been a tradition for discriminating golfing couples and groups over the years. Our superb location award-winning dining, tasteful surroundings and friendly efficient service have helped to build a reputation as a great place for those who want more from their golf vacation.

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River Oaks Golf Plantation

Carved from 800 pristine acres stretching along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, River Oaks provides the ideal experience for golfers of all abilities. The Plantation features 27 exciting holes of golf designed by Gene Hamm and Tom Jackson, as well as a public driving range.

Wicked Stick Golf Links

Wicked Stick Golf Links is the only John Daly Signature Course in the USA. Teamed with Golf Course Architect Clyde Johnston, John Daly helped to design this Links Style Course in Myrtle Beach.


Waterway Hills Golf Club

At Waterway Hills Golf Club, Robert Trent Jones, Sr. , the “Dean of Golf Architecture,” crafted all three 9-hole layouts with his personal touch of crowned greens, strategic bunkering and calculated landing areas.

International Club

Seamlessly blending both traditional architecture and modern challenges, the International Club, listed on Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play,” delivers a formidable yet rewarding golf experience. Playable by golfers of all levels, this Willard Byrd design is an immaculately maintained course that demands great ball striking finishing on quick, smooth and true greens.


Arrowhead Country Club

With a canvas of Bermuda Fairways and Bentgrass Greens, the team of Ray Floyd and Tom Jackson have created a 27-hole masterpiece along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach.

Man O' War Golf Club

Rising up from the depths of an 80-acre lake, this long-awaited course contains all the drama and challenge that are the hallmark of world-famous architect Dan Maples. The lake at Man O’War winds through the course, defining holes and changing from ally to enemy, as its sparkling beauty becomes a punishing hazard.


Moorland Course at the Legends Resort

Moorland, considered one of the strongest challenges along the East Coast, was designed by noted golf course architect P. B. Dye and is reminiscent of PGA West’s Stadium Course.

King's North at Myrtle Beach National

This sensational Arnold Palmer signature course was recognized among America's Best New Courses when it opened in 1996King's North made its way onto Golf Digest's prestigiuos list of "America's 100 Greatest Public Courses- 2004" and Golf Digest's "Places to Play" awards it 4.


West Course at Myrtle Beach National

One of the most challenging courses in Myrtle Beach is the beautiful Myrtle Beach National West Course. From the regular tees, golfers of all abilities will enjoy the classic Arnold Palmer design, ranked 4.

Grande Dunes Golf Club

From your first drive over the picturesque bridge to your final drive on the spectacular 18th fairway, everything about the Grande Dunes Resort Course bespeaks luxury. Golf at Grande Dunes feels at once completely natural yet effortlessly refined.


Dunes Golf and Beach Club

Continually ranked as the “#1 Golf Course in Myrtle Beach,” The Dunes completed an extensive greens restoration project in November 2003 that included the installation of A-1 bentgrass greens. This restoration was directed by Robert Trent Jones’ son, Rees.

Southcreek at Myrtle Beach National

SouthCreek is an Arnold Palmer signature design and the favorite among its members. Finesse is required by every golfer with its guarded bentgrass greens and protected waste areas, as it winds through wetlands and hardwood forests.


Pine Lakes Country Club

Now Open! After a two year renovation to the course and the clubhouse, Pine Lakes Country Club reopened in March 2009. Play The Granddaddy of all Myrtle Beach Golf Courses!Pine Lakes Country Club, Myrtle Beach's first golf resort, has served as the epitome of the traditional golf resort since opening in 1927 as the Ocean Forest Country Club.

Palmetto Course at Myrtlewood Golf Club

Designed by legendary golf course architect Edmund B. Ault, Palmetto at Myrtlewood Golf Club has been a consistent favorite of Grand Strand golfers for nearly two generations, earning continuous rankings as one of the top repeat-play courses in Myrtle Beach.


Whispering Pines

At Whispering Pines, you'll find 6,771 yards. but NO BACKYARDS. This Audubon Cooperative lakes and undulating greens. Sanctuary has tree-lined fairways, carefully placed lakes, and undulating greens. There are no houses or condos, just great golf.

Wizard Golf

When architect Dan Maples set out to create a different kind of golf course in Myrtle Beach, the earth moved-literally. Maples moved an astounding 1,000,000 cubic yards of earth and, as if by magic, brought a bit of mountain golf to Myrtle Beach.


Heathland Course at the Legends Resort

The par 71 Heathland course is one of designer Tom Doak’s earliest gems. It takes you back in time to when golf courses were created with an artistic touch and the natural contours of the land dictated the flow of the course.


International World Tour Golf Links

Inspired by the greatest courses in the world, the International World Tour Golf Links is the stuff golfing dreams are made of. Now you can experience the thrill of playing 27 holes inspired by some of the world’s most famous layouts; Pine Valley, Augusta National, St.

Arcadian Shores Golf Club

Arcadian Shores combines the best of Mother Nature with the best of modern golf layout. Lush bermuda greens, with 64 creatively placed sand bunkers and natural lakes woven in and out of the fairways, make this a challenge you will long remember.


Pine Hills Course at Myrtlewood Golf Club

Not only has PineHills at Myrtlewood been singled out by Golf Digest as one of the "Top Ten Courses" in Myrtle Beach, it also bears the distinction of being the first and only Grand Strand golf course designed by award-winning architect Arthur Hills.


Parkland Course at the Legends Resort

Parkland, modeled after the style of architects Alister MacKenzie (Augusta National) and George Thomas (Riviera Country Club), was designed to complement nature so closely that it makes the layout indistinguishable from nature itself.

Prestwick Country Club

At Prestwick, Pete and P. B. Dye have crafted a links-style masterpiece reminiscent of Dye designs. Over 1. 3 million cubic yards of earth were moved in sculpting towering dune-like berms, stairway bunkers and bulkhead–protected greens.


Greg Norman's Australian Grille

The great golfing champion from Down Under offers an innovative cuisine and a spectacular decor that makes you feel like you're in Sydney's finest harborside restaurant. Each wonderful dish is a symphony of flavors and a tribute to artistic presentation.

Amici's Bistro at Broadway at the Beach

If you love homemade-from-scratch Italian dishes and hand-tossed New York brick oven pizzas, here's a tip. Head for Amici's located lakeside at Broadway at the Beach. Golfers area welcomed like family.


Just Off Main- Avista Resort

Well-known Executive Chef Lou Favata's culinary skills have been earning rave reviews at the new Just Off Main restaurant in the brand new Avista Resort. A graduate and instructor of the Culinary Institute of America, Lou and his staff prepare a wide variety of your favorite dishes, prepared with the freshest ingredients.

Islamorada Fish Company

It began many years ago with a little restaurant in the Florida Keys . Folks liked the concept and the delicious seafood so they opened another. And then another. Today Islamorado Fish Company next to the Bass Outdoor Pro Shop at Colonial Mall, Islamorado Fish Company offers one of the most uniquely popular dining experiences on the Carolina coast.


Grande Dunes Golf Academy

The Grande Dunes Golf Academy is tailored to meet the needs and playing levels of every student. Whether you are interested in a ½ day or 3 day golf school, Brad Redding and his talented instructional staff will customize your individual program and maximize your stay at Grande Dunes.

Classic Swing Golf School

The Classic Swing Golf School teaches golf on an individual basis. Personal attention, quality instruction, and a time honored curriculum are things that have made our school a success. We do not rebuild or tear down swings but reprogram through proper information.


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Champions Golf Academy

The Champions Golf Academy is Myrtle Beach’s newest and most state-of-the-art golf instructional facility. Instruction is spearheaded and provided by former PGA Tour player and 4-time Nationwide Tour winner Hugh Royer, III.

 

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