The Breakers ResortvsIsland Vista Oceanfront Resort
Island Vista and The Breakers Resort are both endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Breakers Resort scores slightly higher than Island Vista. The Breakers Resort is ranked #1 in Myrtle Beach with accolades from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Star Service.
The Breakers Resort
2104 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach SC 29577
From $63/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This is a longtime family favorite whose growth over the past decades has paralleled that of Myrtle Beach itself." Full review
Star Service
"It organizes a full program of activities for families and individuals but has a dedicated following of golfers, as well.
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DK Eyewitness
"Located on the beach, this 19-story family-friendly high-rise resort hotel is close to restaurants and attractions."
Lonely Planet
"This longstanding megaresort has three towers of crisp, summery-yellow suites, with only-in-Myrtle-Beach amenities like a pirate-ship swimming pool and a pirate-themed bar."
Fodor's
"There are several pools, a lazy river, and a pirate-ship facade that kids can swim in and around. The hotel is right in the middle of the Myrtle Beach Strip." Full review
Island Vista Oceanfront Resort
6000 North Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
From $99/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 171-room Island Vista is a solid mid-range property located directly on the beach." Full review
Star Service
"This beachfront Caribbean-flavored condo-hotel is in a calm residential neighborhood offering a lively amenity roster and plush one- to four-bedroom accommodations." Full review
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Fodor's
"Plenty of room at every turn here, from the hotel-length oceanfront lanai and cavernous indoor pools to the roomy guest suites." Full review
Frommer's
"This 12-story property is arguably the best family-focused resort in Myrtle Beach...as far as the rooms go, they're all suites, with one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom units available." Full review
Frommer's
"This beachfront property is the pick of the family-friendly resorts, beautifully located in a relatively tranquil residential section of town" Full review