About this property
Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel is a beachfront hotel that features an outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, and bar. Free property-wide Wi-Fi is provided as well. Historic Central Charleston is 17 km away. All guest rooms feature a private balcony, oceanfront view, and 32-inch flat-screen cable television. Coffee-making facilities are also provided at Tides Folly Beach, Charleston's Oceanfront Hotel. Guests can kayak, surf, or parasail at Folly Beach, which is adjacent to the hotel. BLU welcomes everyone to enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment. With live music, great drinks, easygoing eats, and a friendly atmosphere, it’s the ideal place to forget your worries—you can even access us directly from the beach! The Center Street Shopping District is 1 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Guests will be 6.4 km from Morris Island Lighthouse and 25.7 km from Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 3 restaurants
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Bar
- Cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jordan
United States
“The veiw from the room was extraordinary. Parking was very easy and upfront. The staff was very friendly and helpful.” - James
United States
“The room was very clean the location was excellent. We ate and had drinks at the tiki bar while watching the beach it just doesn't get any better than that. Steve was an excellent bartender. Had an amazing experience.” - Lynn
Italy
“Room very clean and comfortable with amazing view of beach pool area and the pier. The staff was exceptional with genuine kindness, care, consideration, knowledge of area, and great sense of humor. Very helpful but not in an over bearing way....” - Richard
United States
“On the beach and everything within walking distance.” - Leslie
United States
“Excellent location. Beach was exceedingly clean. We would return.” - Jeanie
United States
“All the staff at the hotel and Pinky's were awesome. So friendly and professional.” - Terence
United States
“The staff were the best. They were always trying to help make us comfortable. The pool was terrific. It was a heated salt water pool. The location could not have been better. Every restaurant was within walking distance” - Robert
United States
“Friendliness of staff was great. Location is like the best in Folly Beach. On site food and beverage, and service is fantastic.” - Harriet
United States
“Everything! This was a return visit, was impressed the first time and this most recent visit was just as impressive as the first visit.” - Sheryl
United States
“We loved everything. The staff was wonderful. The hotel was close to restaurants and shopping and right on a beautiful and clean beach. My family had a wonderful stay at Tides Folly Beach.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Blu Beach Bar & Grill
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Roasted Coffee + Shop
No additional info available
- Pier101 Restaurant & Bar
- CuisineSeafood
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.