---
title: Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark
slug: crown-reef-resort
type: hotel
sub_type: resorts
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/crown-reef-resort
city: Myrtle Beach
state: SC
country: US
address: 2918 South Ocean Blvd
geo:
  lat: 33.66098
  lng: -78.91516
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:46:39.389Z
price_from:
  amount: 298.5
  currency: USD
  unit: per_night
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 3.5
  count: 4104
  scale: 5
room_rates:
  - name: Oceanfront Room, Non-Smoking
    price: 263.25
    regular_price: 292.5
    savings: 29.25
  - name: Queen Efficiency, Non-Smoking
    price: 241.65
    regular_price: 268.5
    savings: 26.85
  - name: Oceanfront Suite, Non-Smoking
    price: 317.25
    regular_price: 352.5
    savings: 35.25
---
## Overview
Book a stay at Myrtle Beach’s Crown Reef Beach Resort & Waterpark, featuring an oceanfront waterpark, lazy river, indoor and outdoor pools, and spacious rooms perfect for family vacations.

## What's Included
- Access to the 4-story oceanfront waterpark including the TWISTER Waterslide, EXPLOSION Tube Waterslide, Silly Sub, and more
- Use of the longest oceanfront lazy river in Myrtle Beach
- Indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs
- Loco Gecko Beach Shack Restaurant
- Swirl Ice Cream and Sweet Shop
- Grab n’ Go Grill and Coffee Bar
- Video Game and Redemption Center
- Pool Bar and Grill
- Guest Laundry Room
- Meeting and Conference Space
- Free local calls, copies, faxes, in-room coffee, and in-room safes included in the resort fee
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas

## What's Not Included
- Resort, parking, and booking fees (paid upon check-in)
- Parking fee of $15 per vehicle, per day (self-parking)
- $250 refundable security deposit collected at check-in

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## Room Rates

- **Oceanfront Room, Non-Smoking** — $263.25/night (regularly $292.50/night, save $29.25)
- **Queen Efficiency, Non-Smoking** — $241.65/night (regularly $268.50/night, save $26.85)
- **Oceanfront Suite, Non-Smoking** — $317.25/night (regularly $352.50/night, save $35.25)

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## Good to Know
- Minimum age to check-in is 21.
- Pools and water features are typically open and heated year-round; waterpark and indoor pool are enclosed seasonally (enclosure up from approximately early November through early spring). Waterpark hours vary throughout the year and are subject to change.
- Dining options: oceanfront restaurant, seasonal poolside bar, snack shops, and grab-and-go options.
- Rooms feature microwaves, mini-fridges, oceanfront balconies, and free WiFi. Select rooms offer kitchens/kitchenettes with basic cooking and dining supplies.
- All rooms face the ocean; some may have a limited or side view.
- Self-parking is available for a fee; trailer parking is not available.
- Additional fees are collected upon arrival; a 2.5% convenience fee is added to credit card payments made at the property (waived for debit and prepaid cards).
- Linens and towels are changed upon guest request; daily towel exchange and trash removal provided unless "Do Not Disturb" sign is displayed.
- Cribs and rollaway beds are not available; Pack n Plays offered on a first come, first served basis.
- No smoking allowed in rooms or balconies; smoking permitted only in designated outdoor areas.
- Property is non-pet friendly except for ADA-defined service animals with proof of certification.
- Accessible amenities and units are available; contact the resort ahead of arrival for specific needs.
- Resort parking allows one parking pass per unit for standard rooms/efficiencies, two per suite.
- Waterpark and pool hours vary seasonally; typically: resort pools open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., waterpark 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in season, and reduced hours in Oct-Dec.

## Cancellation Policy
*No cancellation policy information was provided in the source.*

## FAQs

### What does the resort fee include at Crown Reef Resort? Are there other fees?
The following are fees collected at Crown Reef Resort upon arrival: Booking Fee - this fee is collected per stay. Resort Fee - this is a fee per night that includes amenities and services the resort offers to guests such as daily access to the on-site waterpark, pool towels, free local calls, copies, faxes, in-room coffee, and in-room safes. Destination Fee - this is collected by the hotel upon arrival. Parking Fee - $15 per night, per vehicle, plus taxes. This is collected upon arrival for guests traveling and parking their vehicles overnight at the resort. *Fees are subject to change and applicable taxes.*

### How close is Crown Reef Resort to the airport?
Crown Reef Resort is a short 2 miles from the airport.

### What parking options are available to guests?
Each reservation may purchase one parking pass per unit if booked in a standard room/efficiency or two per suite. A $12/night charge per vehicle for overnight parking will be charged at check-in. Recreational vehicles and trailers are not permitted. Fees may change at anytime and are subject to applicable taxes.

### What is the minimum age to check-in?
The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card.

### Is Crown Reef Resort pet-friendly?
No. Pets are not permitted on resort property. ADA-defined service animals with proof of certification are welcome.

### What are the hours of operation for the pools/waterpark?
The resort pool hours are as follows: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. In Season Waterpark Hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. October – December Waterpark Hours: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday – Thursday | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday. Hours are subject to change and vary seasonally.

### Are the pools heated at the property?
The pools and water features are typically open and heated year-round. The water park and indoor pool are closed seasonally. The waterpark enclosure is up from approximately early November through early spring.

### Does the property offer breakfast?
Several dining options are available onsite including restaurants, pool bar, snack shop, and a la carte breakfast. Outlets, hours, and menus are subject to change without notice.

### Are rollaway beds and/or cribs available?
Cribs and rollaway beds are not available. Pack n Plays are offered on a first come, first served basis.

### Can I reserve a smoking unit?
No. All rooms and suites are 100% non-smoking. Smoking is NOT allowed on the balconies. Smoking is permitted ONLY in the designated outdoor areas of the resort.

### What is included in the kitchen suite?
The kitchen suites come with basic cooking and dining supplies such as a frying pan, large pot, and place settings.

### Are in-room safes offered?
Yes.

### Do all rooms face the ocean?
Yes. At the Crown Reef Resort, all rooms face the ocean; many oceanfront accommodation options and select room types may feature a limited view, such as the Side View units.

### Does the resort offer accessible amenities? Units?
Yes. The resort has accessible amenities and features in most public spaces, entrances, front desk, and pool areas. Accessible units are available upon request. Should you have specific accessibility needs, please contact the resort directly prior to your arrival date. The resort's contact number is listed in your confirmation email and voucher.

### What are things to do in Myrtle Beach near the resort?
The resort is located just minutes from many Myrtle Beach attractions. Below are attractions nearby and their approximate distances from the resort. SkyWheel Myrtle Beach - 3.2 miles; Broadway at the Beach - 5.1 miles; Alligator Adventure - 15 miles; Family Kingdom Amusement Park - 2.1 miles; Myrtle Waves Water Park - 5.8 miles; Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Odditorium - 3.0 miles; Ripley's Aquarium - 5.6 miles; Myrtle Beach Boardwalk - 2.5 miles; EdVenture Myrtle Beach - 2.0 miles; WonderWorks - 5.5 miles; Broadway Grand Prix - 6.0 miles.

## Reviews
> "Excellent vacation spot"
> — William C., Frostburg, Maryland, June 14, 2026

> "Family vacation 2026"
> — Madiz, June 14, 2026

> "Thank you Sophia!"
> — Jeremy P., June 14, 2026

> "5 Star Family Trip : D"
> — Ashley S., June 13, 2026

> "It was fun"
> — Brian S., Charleston, South Carolina, June 13, 2026