The Pavilion Nostalgia Park in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offers classic amusement park rides, such as the spinning tea cups, accompanied by a dose of history. For example, the park's Herschell-Spillman Carousel dates to 1912. The original Pavilion amusement park, which covered 11 acres, closed in 2006 after 50 years of drawing people to the area. The Pavilion Nostalgia Park is a redeveloped incarnation of the original.
Situated nine blocks away from the Pavilion in Myrtle Beach, the Sandcastle Oceanfront Resort offers rooms, efficiency units and suites for budget-conscious travelers. From the hotel, walk to nearby attractions, such as Planet Hollywood, Ripley's Aquarium and the Hard Rock Cafe.The efficiency units and suites feature full kitchens, so you don't have to eat out every night. The resort features oceanfront and indoor swimming pools, a man-made river for tubing, hot tub and cabana bar next to the pool, which opens seasonally. Golfers might choose a golf package. Speak with the on-site golf director to design a package that works for you.
The Holiday Inn at the Pavilion in Myrtle Beach offers guests AAA three-diamond amenities on the boardwalk's north end, less than 2 miles from the Pavilion. Walk one block to a bustling oceanfront area with restaurants and a park. Splash about in the property's indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub and indoor lazy river. Eat breakfast for free and play tennis, also for free, at a private club. Work out at the on-site fitness center or sip a drink at an oceanfront bar next to the pool. This is an independent Holiday Inn that isn't part of the well-known chain. The hotel was renovated in 2007 and features upscale amenities, such as granite countertops and silk lampshades throughout.
Located less than two miles from the Pavilion, Breakers Myrtle Beach Resort offers guests a choice of accommodations ranging from rooms and suites to condos with one to three bedrooms. On site, ride the 418-foot lazy river, swim in the pool or soak in the hot tub. Children might enjoy playing on a Pirate Ship full of water features. Warm up after a chilly ocean swim in the resort's sauna. Book a massage or facial at the nearby Cinzia Spa, which also offers wellness consultations. The kids can hang out at the Breakers Kids Club, playing games or making crafts. Eat at a variety of on-site restaurants, such as Papa's, which serves breakfast and dinner, or the Red Parrot Cafe, serving lunch and dinner with ocean views.
