Tides Folly Beach Hotel is right on the sand, featuring a beach bar, poolside bar, and oceanfront dining at BLU Restaurant and Bar. Guests enjoy surfing, body boarding, volleyball, and the outdoor pool. The property offers shopping options, and visitors praise the attentive staff.
Located on the beach, Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is in a walkable area with great shopping. Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Charleston Museum and Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and ecotours nearby. Visit our Folly Beach travel guide
1 Center Street Highway 171, Folly Beach, SC, 29439-0068
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 Intl. Airport (CHS)
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
Hotel by the ocean
At Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel, you can look forward to a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and American cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like surfing/body boarding and volleyball. Shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage, concierge services, and a vending machine
A gift shop, a ballroom, and an elevator
Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 132 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Daily on-the-go breakfast 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 motorized 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 center
Computer station
Conference center (4,000 square feet 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
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
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 movies
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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 114 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 2.28 per accommodation, per night
Service fee: 3 percent
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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Folly Beach Hotel
Folly Beach Tides
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Tides Hotel
Tides Hotel Folly Beach
Folly Beach Holiday Inn
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Frequently asked questions
Does Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?
As of 2026/3/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel on 2026/4/19 start from NT$8,314, excluding 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 Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 114 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel located?
Located in Folly Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district, just steps from Center Street and Folly Island Beaches. Folly River Park and Folly Beach Fishing Pier are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The location is the best!!! Walkable to the stores, and shops, and the pier. They have everything you'll need. Very nice staff! The rooms are clean, views are beautiful! We were very pleased with our stay!!!!
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda
2026/3/7
Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel. Rooms with spectacular views of folly beach and pier. Staff friendly and accommodating. Great location, so many choices for food and fun. Hotel clean and well maintained. A charming property. We will return
Parking was a little hectic the night we arrived, but our bell-man, Harrison, took such great care of us, we quickly forgot about it. He’s a gem. Room was very beachy with a phenomenal view. The room was clean and the bed was comfy. Overall, a very nice stay in Folly Beach.
The beach view was wonderful! Only one elevator was working and each time the wait was long. The room was old. The bed was comfortable. Staff was great. I did enjoy that it was dog friendly. Fun to see all the dogs!
Anastasia
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa
2026/1/13
Rooms were older but clean and staff was awesome .
Clean room, staff was friendly, just a great hotel experience.
Jason
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Latasha
2026/3/16
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was my husband birthday and we always wanted to stay there because of the location and the restaurant and bars that it’s surrounded by but my room I booked I mold so they accommodate us to another room but my stay was everything and the restaurant/bar down stairs called Pinky’s is really good and has really good food and drinks
Beautiful view of the beach but that comes with sand that escapes housekeeping. Property is undergoing some renovations so down to one elevator that is pretty slow. The staff at the front desk were lovely and Jay who works valet is a true gem. He was so kind to my mother who needs assistance with stairs. Pinky’s was nice to have on location. Nice stay with my mom to end our Charleston visit.