Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is known for a few things: our miles-long beach, the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, and our lazy rivers.
Nothing quite says summer on the Grand Strand like floating around one of our resorts on the lazy river. Can’t decide which resort to choose? Or which even have lazy rivers for you to enjoy?
We’ve got the full rundown!
Lazy rivers are a popular amenity at many Myrtle Beach resorts but not all have this wonderful feature. Plus, they can really vary from property to property. That’s why we’ve collected the top Myrtle Beach resorts with lazy rivers and other water amenities.
Discover the top Myrtle Beach resorts with lazy rivers below!
1. Beach Colony Resort
Location: Central Myrtle Beach, “The Golden Mile”
Located along the side of the outdoor pool deck is Beach Colony Resort’s three-foot-deep lazy river. Providing fun for the entire family, a trip along the lazy river will make guests feel like they’re on island time during their getaway.
Beach Colony Resort also features several other on-site water amenities, including two oceanfront outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and indoor and outdoor whirlpools.
Learn more about Beach Colony Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Beach Colony Resort specials.
2. Beach Cove Resort
Location: North Myrtle Beach
Beach Cove Resort is a paradise for oceanfront water amenities and features, and their outdoor lazy river is a big reason why! Located on the tropical outdoor pool deck, Beach Cove’s lazy river is 350 feet long and also includes splashing buckets along the ride for added excitement.
In between drifting along the lazy river, head to one of the many other outdoor water features including the seasonally heated outdoor pools, indoor pool, and indoor whirlpool. Beach Cove Resort has something for all ages to enjoy!
Learn more about Beach Cove Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Beach Cove Resort specials.
3. Captain’s Quarters Resort
Location: South End of Myrtle Beach
Captain’s Quarters Resort, a family-centered Myrtle Beach resort, doesn’t just have one lazy river, it has two!
The 1st is a year-round 232-foot heated indoor lazy river, available for your enjoyment any time of the year. This indoor lazy river is great for those rare rainy days and cooler months. Grab a tube and enjoy the ride, regardless of what the weather is like outside.
Just a few steps away at the Ocean Inn building is the seasonal 150-foot outdoor lazy river, located oceanfront, and providing gorgeous ocean views.
Learn more about Captain’s Quarters Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Captain’s Quarters Resort specials.
4. The Caravelle Resort
Location: Central Myrtle Beach, “The Golden Mile”
Set amongst its popular block-long pool deck, The Caravelle Resort’s outdoor lazy river ride is located at the main building and provides fun for the whole family. This three-foot-deep lazy river is heated seasonally. The Caravelle Resort also offers a kiddie pool and kiddie lazy river for the little ones to enjoy.
Learn more about The Caravelle Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Caravelle Resort specials.
5. Carolina Winds
Location: North End of Myrtle Beach
Carolina Winds is a hub for water amenities and features, including the seasonal peaceful lazy river. The outdoor lazy river is heated from late spring until early fall for all guests to enjoy. Looking for more splashing fun? Carolina Winds boasts indoor and outdoor whirlpools, an indoor pool, and a large, 120-foot oceanfront outdoor pool with a 10.5-foot deep end.
Learn more about Carolina Winds or go ahead and grab the latest Carolina Winds specials.
6. Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark
Location: South End of Myrtle Beach
Did you know? Crown Reef Resort has the longest oceanfront lazy river of any hotel in Myrtle Beach. It’s true!
Stretching to 575 feet and wrapping around outside and beneath the shade of the resort, the outdoor lazy river is one of the many highlights that Crown Reef Resort has to offer. All ages enjoy drifting peacefully in this slow-moving escape and it’s available to all guests. Grab a tube and hop in!
Crown Reef Resort also boasts several outdoor pools, a seasonally enclosed indoor pool facility, and an on-site waterpark with three water slides and a kid’s splash area; all are open year-round.
Learn more about Crown Reef Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Crown Reef Resort specials.
7. Forest Dunes Resort
Location: Central Myrtle Beach (“The Golden Mile”)
The Forest Dunes lazy river is located on their quiet oceanfront pool deck and is open seasonally. The outdoor lazy river is popular among resort guests of all ages. The indoor pool is available year-round and is a great spot for a rare rainy day or during the colder months.
Forest Dunes Resort is located on the Golden Mile section of Myrtle Beach, a quiet location in Myrtle Beach, so drifts along the lazy river are always peaceful. Visit the seasonal heated outdoor pool between trips to the lazy river.
Learn more about Forest Dunes Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Forest Dunes Resort specials.
8. hotel BLUE
Location: South End of Myrtle Beach
Pick out a tube and visit the indoor lazy river at hotel BLUE. Tucked away behind the outdoor poolscape, the indoor lazy river promises a little more peace and quiet for optimal relaxation. Heated to about 81 degrees, this calming lazy river is three feet deep and is the perfect destination if you’re looking to get out of the sun or if you’re visiting the beach during the cooler months.
hotel BLUE is one of the best oceanfront hotels in the area, especially for adults looking for a more tranquil time. This oceanfront resort also has a large outdoor pool, and indoor and outdoor whirlpools.
Learn more about hotel BLUE or go ahead and grab the latest hotel BLUE specials.
9. Landmark Resort
Location: South End of Myrtle Beach
Landmark Resort features over 600 feet of lazy river relaxation! That includes the 300-foot indoor lazy river, the 300-foot outdoor lazy river, and the indoor kiddie lazy river catered to younger guests. Both the 300-foot indoor lazy river and the kiddie lazy river are open year-round, giving guests access during the cooler months, rare rainy days, or just to get out of the sun.
The 300-foot outdoor lazy river is located just steps from Landmark’s many other outdoor water amenities.
Learn more about Landmark Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Landmark Resort specials.
10. Sea Watch Resort
Location: North End of Myrtle Beach
Located on the north end of Myrtle Beach, Sea Watch Resort offers 19 different water amenities, including two lazy rivers. Each lazy river is 225 feet long and both are located oceanfront.
Kids and adults enjoy peacefully drifting along the gentle currents of each lazy river in between trips to one of the six oceanfront pools, two of which are covered and heated seasonally, or ten hot tubs, two covered and heated seasonally.
Learn more about Sea Watch Resort or go ahead and grab the latest Sea Watch Resort specials.
11. South Wind on the Ocean
Location: Central Myrtle Beach (“The Golden Mile”)
For 185 feet, guests can enjoy the gentle currents of the oceanfront lazy river. Open seasonally, this outdoor lazy river is unmatched in its relaxing nature. The lazy river is three-feet deep and provides unlimited summertime fun!
Because South Wind on the Ocean is located on Myrtle Beach’s Golden Mile, the pool deck is quieter than other Myrtle Beach resorts.
Learn more about South Wind on the Ocean or go ahead and grab the latest South Wind on the Ocean specials.
Which Lazy River Will You Choose?
While we know most families book their beach vacation to Myrtle Beach for the endless stretch of sand and calm Atlantic Ocean, staying at a resort with a lazy river simply means more great options on where to spend your time under the Carolina sun.
Combine beach access with plenty of poolside fun and you have the combination for a family vacation of a lifetime. Now all that’s left to do is choose which resort is best for you!