The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Oceanfront)
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1126 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC, 29451-2281
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle of Palms Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Interior Two Queens (no view)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interior King (no view)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Balcony, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interior King - ADA Accessible (no view)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel

Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, self parking, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a TV in a common area, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine are onsite.
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Palms Oceanfront Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Front Beach. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and self parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, an elevator, and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Front Beach and 10 minutes by car from Fort Sumter
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Palms Oceanfront Hotel also features a television in a common area and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Isle of Palms hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 2.28 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (33 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number RS24-8664
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Palms Oceanfront
Palms Oceanfront Hotel
Palms Oceanfront Hotel Isle Of Palms
Palms Oceanfront Isle Of Palms
The Palms Oceanfront
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel Isle of Palms
The Palms Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Isle of Palms

The Palms Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1048 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1048 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I did not like the fact that the boardwalk had steps up & down. We had a wagon but luckily, we were able to use the board walk at the side of the Palms which was flat and easier to pull our wagon out to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property itself is ok, and the overall stay was comfortable. They don't offer room service as there aren't any restaurants on property. The wait staff was ok. There is definitely room for improvement.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort

Not overly impressed

The man who checked us in was abrupt and unfriendly Really gave us a bad first impression Breakfast was minimal. Cleaning staff was friendly. Not the cleanest place but at to no fault of staff. Just not kept up. Beds were comfortable. Towels readily available. Pool area was small. Heavy on the chlorine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Right on the beach. Shops and restaurants were right outside the door.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Parking is atrocious here. Car got super dirty because we had to park in a gravel municipal lot. There was broken door handles on the third floor stair doors. The first floor door was missing in the back stairs on the beach side allowing anyone to enter the building. Our room door had a sticking point so the only way to close it was to slam it and it was very hard to open. Room 321. The pool was very clean and well maintained, but has limited lounge area. Breakfast at this hotel is not much, and surrounding breakfast options are limited within walking distance. The staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, Piedmont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, but we discovered a stain on both sheets the first night and the front desk wasn’t able to locate a new fitted sheet. Housekeeping fixed it first thing in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just Perfect!

We LOVED our stay! It was a short walk down the boardwalk right to the beach and we could rinse off outside before going back to our rooms. The beds were very comfortable and showers were very nice. The cleanliness of the rooms was great and housekeeping each day was so timely and well done. My whole family said we would come back here in a heartbeat! Awesome vacation!
Beautiful sunrises every morning!
Peaceful early morning walk back to the hotel.
Looking for crabs on the beach at night.
Another beautiful sunrise!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richelle

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice and quiet. right on the beach. included breakfast was great. can walk everywhere. good restaurants and shopping close by
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

For a spur of the moment trip, it wasn’t bad but for the price I expected better. Tiny bathroom. Poor parking, which you have to pay for extra, even if there’s no parking under the hotel, they send you to two other lots that will work, but then you have to walk back-and-forth. Not convenient!! The pool was dirty and small!! Overall, I would give it one to one and a half stars for effort. It is a very rundown hotel and I won’t stay there again. Seeing as how you have to pay for parking anyway I think it’s better for me to just stay a couple miles away at a nicer hotel, especially for the price!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning was not great in the room. There was a large party of people below us that were drunk, yelling and screaming at 3am in the morning, at 4am we went downstair to complain. Did not like that they wanted to charge us $100 to check in an hour early. The bathroom in the lobby, the floor was dirty, and all along the baseboards. We did not get maid service, had to ask twice on our first day. The elevator was broken for a whole day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, it cannot be beat. The reception staff weren't friendly, the room was dirty, the halls are old, scuffed, dirty and loud, the stairs (had to take them as elevator broke) stink of urine. It wasn't worth the cost. Given the experience, we didn't choose to dine anywhere near the hotel in fear the food was in similar shape to the hotel. Maybe if you got an oceanview room, it's better. I wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Girls getaway

The location was perfect—just a short walk to restaurants, shops, and local attractions, but still quiet enough for a peaceful night’s sleep. The complimentary breakfast exceeded our expectations with fresh fruit, hot options, and great coffee.
view from room (partial ocean view)
View from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

luna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was dirty and old. I would not stay here again. Rooms should be $99.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach. Comfortable room. Good breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025