Top things to do near the resort
Walk the Grand Strand beaches, use the resort's pools and swim-up bar, and catch live shows or shopping at nearby Barefoot Landing and House of Blues. For relaxation, book treatments at Cinzia Spa and try local golf courses or water sports listed by the resort.
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Beach time and the resort pools
North Beach Resort & Villas sits between Kings Highway and the Atlantic, with oceanfront towers and villas within an easy walk of the sand. The property offers both public and private beach access and a complimentary beach shuttle to reduce the walk.
On site, the water features include multiple options for different ages and moods: 6 outdoor pools, 2 outdoor kiddie pools, 4 outdoor hot tubs, an indoor pool, an indoor hot tub, and an indoor lazy river. One outdoor pool is designated adults-only because it houses the swim-up Pool Side Bar & Grill.
- Swim-up cocktails and light bites at the Pool Side Bar & Grill (adults-only pool area).
- Children's pool and indoor lazy river for families and rainy-day fun.
- Resort provides pool towels as part of the nightly resort fee.
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pools | Multiple pools including an adults-only pool with swim-up bar |
| Indoor options | Indoor pool, indoor hot tub and lazy river |
| Children | Dedicated kiddie pools and children’s pool toys |
Spa and fitness
Cinzia Spa is on site with a large wellness facility offering massages, facials, body wraps, nail services, HydraFacial, cryotherapy and Himalayan Salt Therapy. Reservations are required in advance for massage services and other treatments.
The resort's fitness center is fully computerized and includes Pilates reformers and modern equipment; personal trainers are available. Access to the fitness center is included as part of the mandatory nightly resort fee.
- Cinzia Spa hours: Monday–Saturday 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am–4:00 pm (book ahead).
- Teen and child spa policies vary: children 12 and under have limited services; 13–17 have supervised options—check spa rules before booking.
- Fitness center access included with resort fee; ask front desk about trainer rates and class schedules.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Massages & body treatments | May be offered after first trimester for pregnant guests; reserve in advance |
| Facials & nail services | Available to younger guests with adult accompaniment as required |
| Gym & Pilates | Included with resort fee; equipment and reformers on site |
Where to eat on the property
Dining at North Beach Resort & Villas ranges from quick breakfasts to a full-service steakhouse. Seaside Cafe serves breakfast (and lunch some days) with ocean views from the third floor; North Beach Pizza Co. offers New York–style brick oven pizzas with delivery and online ordering.
21 Main (21 Main Prime Steakhouse) is the resort’s steakhouse and raw bar located in the Plantation House; it operates Tuesday–Sunday with the lounge opening earlier than the dining room. Reservations are recommended for 21 Main.
- Seaside Cafe — breakfast hours start at 7:00 am; open for lunch some days until about 3:00 pm (seasonal hours vary).
- North Beach Pizza Co. — brick oven pizza with delivery/online ordering.
- 21 Main — steakhouse and raw bar; Lounge opens at 4:00 pm, Restaurant at 5:00 pm; reservations recommended (call 843-315-3000).
| On-site venue | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Seaside Cafe | Breakfast and casual lunch with ocean views |
| North Beach Pizza Co. | Brick oven pizza, delivery available |
| 21 Main | Steakhouse, raw bar and private dining options |
Live entertainment, shopping and nearby attractions
Several popular North Myrtle Beach venues are within easy reach on foot or a short drive: House of Blues and Alabama Theatre both host live shows, and Barefoot Landing provides shopping, dining and waterfront views.
Families can choose from attractions nearby such as Alligator Adventure, Lulu's with its ropes course and arcade, and Molten Mountain Mini Golf. The resort promotes day-trip wine-tasting options at Duplin Winery and La Belle Amie Vineyard.
- House of Blues — live music and dining; roughly 0.7 miles from the resort.
- Alabama Theatre — live-entertainment shows; roughly 0.8 miles from the resort.
- Barefoot Landing — shops, restaurants and seasonal events; roughly 0.8 miles away.
- Alligator Adventure — wildlife park, about 0.6 miles from the resort.
| Attraction | Approx. proximity (as published) |
|---|---|
| Alligator Adventure | About 0.6 miles |
| House of Blues | About 0.7 miles |
| Barefoot Landing / Alabama Theatre | About 0.8 miles |
Outdoor activities and golf
The Grand Strand area around North Myrtle Beach offers standard beach activities — swimming, shell collecting, dolphin spotting and surfing/bodyboarding. The resort lists kayak, sailing and parasailing among nearby water-sport options promoted to guests.
Golfers have several courses promoted as nearby choices, including Barefoot Resort’s Love Course, Tidewater Golf Club, Azalea Sands Golf Club, and Arcadian Shores Golf Club.
- Water sports available locally: kayaking, sailing, parasailing (book through local operators or the resort concierge).
- Nearby courses: Love Course (Barefoot Resort), Tidewater Golf Club, Azalea Sands, Arcadian Shores — contact course websites or the resort concierge for tee times.
- Consider a rental car or local shuttle for golf and out-of-town excursions; golf-cart rentals are a popular short-distance option in town.
| Golf course | Relative distance (published guide) |
|---|---|
| Love Course (Barefoot Resort) | About 1.5 miles |
| Tidewater Golf Club | About 1 mile |
| Azalea Sands / Arcadian Shores | Around 2–2.5 miles |
Family activities and group-friendly suggestions
The resort is set up for families and groups — accommodations include multi-bedroom options such as 444 Banyan Four Bedroom House, 1019 Palmetto Oceanfront Four Bedroom Luxury Condo and many other multi-bedroom villas and houses listed by name for groups traveling together.
On-property family draws include the kids’ pools, indoor lazy river and scheduled activities (ask the front desk or concierge for current options). Nearby family attractions include Lulu’s rope course and arcade and local mini-golf courses.
- Book larger units by name if you need specific bed counts (examples: 1019 Palmetto Oceanfront Four Bedroom Luxury Condo, 444 Banyan Four Bedroom House).
- Kids’ pool and indoor lazy river for younger children; family-friendly dining available at Seaside Cafe and North Beach Pizza Co.
- For supervised kids’ activities or rentals (bikes, beach toys), check with the resort concierge on arrival.
| Room type example | Beds / who it suits |
|---|---|
| 1019 Palmetto Oceanfront Four Bedroom Luxury Condo | Multiple kings/queens and a sofa bed — built for large groups |
| 444 Banyan Four Bedroom House | Multi-bedroom layout for families or groups |
| Flat One Bedroom Luxury Villa | One king bed — good for couples or a small family |
Getting around and practical tips
The resort offers free self parking on site and a complimentary beach shuttle; an onsite shuttle also connects towers, villas, the Plantation House and pools, and the resort runs hourly shuttle service to Barefoot Landing in season. Public transit coverage in North Myrtle Beach is limited, so rideshare, rental car or local golf-cart rentals are common alternatives.
Check-in is after 4:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM; the front desk is staffed 24 hours. The resort enforces a minimum check-in age of 25 unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian — check-cash and deposit policies can vary, so confirm payment requirements at booking.
- Front desk / 24-hour help is available for reservations, shuttle schedules and activity bookings.
- Free WiFi is provided throughout the property; the nightly resort fee covers pool towels, fitness center access and shuffleboard.
- If you plan to bring pets, confirm the resort’s pet policy directly — most booking sources list the property as not allowing pets, though some third-party listings differ.
| Practical item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Shuttle to Barefoot Landing | Seasonal hourly service May–October; ask front desk for schedule |
| Parking | Free self/public parking on site with no reservation required |
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in after 4:00 PM; check-out before 11:00 AM |
