Car Rental - Myrtle Beach

 

Rent a car in Myrtle Beach to discover the Grand Strand of South Carolina. Experience the city’s spectacular coastline, formed of sugar-white beaches, its famous Boardwalk and Promenade, and scenic Myrtle Beach State Park.

Pick-up up your Myrtle Beach rental car at Myrtle Beach International Airport, just 10 minutes from downtown and five from the coast. Then travel into the center to soak up city sun or explore the wider Palmetto State.

Drive along the stunning coastline to nearby Charleston or head inland to state capital Columbia. North Carolina is also just 45 minutes away, while Wilmington, on the Cape Fear Coast, is less than a two-hour drive.

There’s a wide range of Myrtle Beach rental cars to choose from. For romantic drives, feel the sea breeze in your hair with a convertible. For family vacations, choose a spacious SUV. Start cruising by the ocean when you reserve Myrtle Beach car rental with Hertz.

Myrtle Beach Locations

A Quick Guide to Myrtle Beach

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Myrtle Beach

1110 N Ocean Boulevard, SC 29582

There are more than 60 miles of sand sitting beside the Atlantic Ocean on Myrtle Beach. Simply relax on the shore, or try your hand at watersports such as windsurfing or scuba diving. The beach is also backed by a boardwalk, where events and festivals are held throughout the year.

Myrtle Beach SkyWheel.

SkyWheel

1110 N Ocean Boulevard, SC 29582

Get a bird’s-eye view of Myrtle Beach and beyond from one of the SkyWheel’s glass gondolas, when you ride the famous Ferris wheel. You’ll be taken almost 200 feet above the oceanfront, where you can enjoy the best seats in the city. Be sure to visit at night when SkyWheel is illuminated.

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WonderWorks Myrtle Beach

1313 Celebrity Circle, SC 29577

You can’t miss this unique science museum, which is situated in an upside-down building on Broadway at the Beach. It’s one of the city’s best family-friendly attractions, with more than 100 interactive exhibits – including a glow-in-the-dark rope course, extreme weather zone and a 6D XD simulator ride.

Pier 14

1306 Ocean Boulevard, SC 29577

As the name suggests, Pier 14 is situated on a small pier, with spectacular ocean views on offer while sampling the delectable fresh seafood on offer. Enjoy crab legs with red skin garlic mashed potatoes and seafood combo platters, featuring flounder, shrimp and more.

The Library Restaurant

Unit D, 6613 North Kings Highway, SC 29572

Enjoy fine dining at this French inspired eatery, less than a 10-minute drive from Myrtle Beach in your rental car. Filet mignon and lobster are flavorful favorites, or you may prefer the steak Diane, which is prepared table-side. Save room for the famous flambe desserts.

RipTydz Oceanfront Grille & Rooftop Bar

1210 North Ocean Boulevard, SC 29577

At this youthful restaurant on Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, you can look out at the glistening ocean as you tuck into classics as well as fresh seafood. Expect a slight twist on traditional Americana. There’s plenty of parking lots nearby to leave your Myrtle Beach rental car too.

Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes

8400 Costa Verde Drive, SC 29572

Enjoy direct access to the northern end of Myrtle Beach from this four-star hotel. After a day exploring, enjoy the on-site facilities when you can head to the spa and take a dip in the indoor or outdoor pools. Don’t forget to play a round at the nearby Grand Dunes golf course.

Island Vista Resort

6000 Ocean Boulevard, SC 29577

This 12-story, all-suite beachfront resort offers wonderful balcony views of the Atlantic from rooms that are stocked with all the amenities you’ll need. It’s situated a short distance from the SkyWheel, has an outdoor pool and Pine Lakes International Country Club is across the road.

Breakers Myrtle Beach Resort

2104 N Ocean Boulevard, SC 29577

Not only is Breakers Myrtle Beach Resort located right by the glittering ocean and sparkling white sands, it also has its own water park. There are hot tubs and fitness classes for adults as well as a pirate ship play zone for younger travelers. To truly let go, take a dive in the lazy river.

Driving In and Around Myrtle Beach

  • Myrtle Beach Parking (29577) offers 24 hours a day, seven days a week parking for your rental car and is situated near the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade, as well as the SkyWheel.
  • Broadway at the Beach (29577) car parking is available 24/7 for your Myrtle Beach rental car and gives you access to WonderWorks, Ripley’s Aquarium and The Pavilion Park.
  • Family Kingdom Parking (29577) is open all day, close to Family Kingdom Amusement Park, 2nd Ave Pier and Ocean Watersports.
  • Ocean Blvd runs along the length of the city’s coastline, from Myrtle Beach State Park (29575) to The Dunes. US-17 travels through the Myrtle Beach city center and continues south along the coastline to Charleston and north towards Jacksonville.
  • South Carolina Highway 31 (SC 31) is also known as Carolina Bays Parkway and runs parallel to US-17 in the north of the city. It also connects with the US-501 which takes you further inland towards North Carolina.

How to Get From Myrtle Beach International Airport to Broadway at the Beach

It takes less than 15 minutes to drive from Myrtle Beach International Airport to Broadway at the Beach (29577).

  1. Leave the Hertz lot on Jetport Road in your Myrtle Beach rental car
  2. Take a left onto Harrelson Boulevard.
  3. Turn right to merge onto US-17 N towards North Myrtle Beach.
  4. Take a slight right and keep left to continue towards Celebrity Circles.
  5. Follow the road around to eventually reach the shopping and entertainment complex.

 

How to Get From Myrtle Beach to Charleston

Charleston is just little over a two-hour drive south-west from Myrtle Beach in your rental car. Take the US-17 Ocean Highway towards Georgetown and stay on this route for the remainder of the journey, before crossing the Cooper River into Charleston.

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