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Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$411
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

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
(299 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Oceanfront King

Superior Oceanfront King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Oceanfront Two Queen

Premium Oceanfront Two Queen

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Oceanfront King

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

About the area

Folly Beach

At Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel you'll be within steps of Center Street and Folly Island Beaches. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Pinky's on the Beach, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own beach bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find cabanas, and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find a conference centre, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. To-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Folly Beach hotel, attractions include Medical University of South Carolina and College of Charleston.

What's nearby

  • Folly Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Center Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Folly Beach Fishing Pier - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Folly River Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunset Cay Marina - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 28 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 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

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (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 such as surfing/body boarding and volleyball.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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
  • Conference 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 centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • 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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go 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

Restaurants on site

  • Pier101 Restaurant & Bar
  • Pinky's on the Beach
  • Roasted Coffee + Shop

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,000 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 per cent
  • 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 guest room 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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
Folly Beach Tides Hotel
Hotel Tides
Tides Folly Beach
Tides Folly Beach Hotel
Tides Hotel
Tides Hotel Folly Beach
Folly Beach Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Folly Beach
Tides Folly Beach Hotel Folly Beach
Tides Folly Beach Hotel
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel on 16 Mar 2026 start from NZ$411, including 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.

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

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Yep, Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is on Folly Island Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

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

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel has a heated pool and an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What makes Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and beach cabanas, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel.

Is Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is a hit with families.

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

Yeah, to-go breakfast is served daily between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

No, Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 806 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1379 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here several times a year !! Love it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the Christmas decorations in the room, nice touch. Wonderful views of the pier and the dolphins that fish right out by it. They are remodeling, so be prepared for some noise during the day. No big deal
View from the room balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes and it was decorated so festive!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca, Millgrove

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizalde

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was beautiful as was the resort…however, the constant hammering and drilling from construction that we had no forewarning about was terrible. It began bright and early and lasted all day till 5 pm. So do not plan on a nap during the winter season while remodeling is happening. We’ve been going over for years and while we understand remodeling it would’ve been nice to have a heads up.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are superior on every aspect . Can't beat an oceanfront room. Pinky's was a blast. Many thanks*
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April Peterson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful! We got upgraded to a better room and it was magnificent can’t wait for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Due to electrical outage took a one night stay and Patrick at the front desk couldn’t have been more professional or helpful. Meal at the restaurant was just so-so but Rhino (sp) behind the bar was very courteous and protective of a single traveler. Room was nicely appointed especially for a very active beach hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mi

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds where not comfortable. Need to replace the mattresses. Be careful regarding quoted fees and taxes. They were higher than what was quoted through Expedia. Will stay elsewhere next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Rockport

Travelled 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

Travelled 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