Myrtle Beach Approves Plans for New 400-Room Oceanfront Hotel

The proposed development would replace the former Sea Dip Oceanfront Resort with a Drury hotel, parking garage, and pedestrian corridor.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 6:41am

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Myrtle Beach City Council has approved the first reading for a 10-year planned unit development that would replace the former Sea Dip Oceanfront Resort with a 400-room oceanfront Drury hotel, parking garage, and pedestrian corridor between 26th and 27th Avenues North. The project still needs a second council reading, but planners and visitors say it could boost tourism and local jobs.

Why it matters

The new oceanfront hotel development represents a significant investment in Myrtle Beach's tourism infrastructure, potentially attracting more visitors and creating new jobs in the area. However, the project's impact on the local community and environment will need to be carefully considered.

The details

The proposed development would replace the former Sea Dip Oceanfront Resort with a 400-room Drury hotel, a parking garage, and a pedestrian corridor connecting 26th and 27th Avenues North. The project still requires a second reading and approval from the Myrtle Beach City Council, but if approved, it could bring an influx of tourists and new jobs to the area.

  • Myrtle Beach City Council has approved the first reading for the 10-year planned unit development.
  • The project still needs a second council reading before final approval.

The players

Myrtle Beach City Council

The governing body of the city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, responsible for approving the proposed hotel development project.

Drury Hotels

A hotel chain that would operate the proposed 400-room oceanfront hotel in Myrtle Beach.

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What’s next

The Myrtle Beach City Council will need to hold a second reading and final vote on the proposed hotel development project before it can move forward.

The takeaway

The potential new oceanfront hotel development in Myrtle Beach represents a significant investment in the city's tourism industry, but its long-term impact on the local community and environment will need to be carefully evaluated.