Myrtle Beach Travel Budget
Myrtle Beach is one of the more affordable US coastal destinations, with daily costs varying widely between the Grand Strand's budget motels and its oceanfront resorts.
- Budget (about $110-160/day): A motel or basic hotel room away from the oceanfront runs $70-100/night. Meals at pancake houses, seafood shacks, and boardwalk stands cost $35-45/day. Getting around by Coast RTA bus or on foot along the boardwalk costs $10-15/day, and free beach time plus a round of mini-golf adds $20-30.
- Mid-range (about $290-395/day): A 3-star oceanfront hotel or condo costs $150-220/night. Casual sit-down seafood restaurants and a Calabash-style dinner run $60-85/day. A rental car or rideshare covers local transport for $20-30, and attractions like the SkyWheel, Family Kingdom Water Park, or a dolphin-watching cruise add $60-90.
- Luxury (about $620-1,000+/day): Beachfront resort suites average $300-500+/night. Fine dining on Ocean Boulevard and steakhouse dinners run $120-180/day. Private car service or premium rideshare costs $50-70, while splurges such as a helicopter tour, private fishing charter, or spa day add $150-250.