Axel's take: 7.4/10
Convenient for Broadway, but aging rooms and a closed pool limit the appeal. a no-frills, select-service hotel near Broadway at the Beach, scored for what it is.
This is a simple, select-service Fairfield, not a beachfront resort. We'd consider it for a short, attraction-focused stay: Broadway at the Beach is within walking distance, and complimentary breakfast and parking make the practical side easy. Booking.com and Expedia ratings remain strong, with guests repeatedly praising helpful staff and clean rooms.
Room condition is the reservation. Several 2025–2026 Tripadvisor guests describe worn furnishings, dampness and musty smells; an August 2026 Expedia guest also reports a mold-like odor, although many others praise cleanliness. Marriott currently marks the outdoor pool closed, so don't book expecting to swim without confirming reopening. The ocean is about a mile away, and a recent guest reports the advertised beach shuttle wasn't available. We'd skip it for a pool-centered vacation or if musty rooms would be a dealbreaker.
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Best for: short stays near Broadway at the Beach; travelers who value included breakfast and parking
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Watch out for: outdoor pool currently listed as closed; recurring dampness and musty-room reports; not beachfront; don't rely on a beach shuttle
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Location: Walkable to Broadway's attractions and dining; Marriott places the ocean about a mile away.
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Rooms: Many guests find them comfortable, but recent Tripadvisor reviews repeatedly describe dated furnishings.
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Cleanliness: Strong overall feedback, tempered by recurring musty odors and some reports of damp carpets.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; Marriott lists housekeeping every other day.
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Amenities: Hot breakfast and a fitness center are included; Marriott currently lists the outdoor pool as closed.
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Fees and surprises: On-site parking is free; Expedia lists a breakage deposit, and beach-shuttle availability is unreliable.
Axel's opinion of Fairfield Inn by Marriott Myrtle Beach Broadway at the Beach, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.