Ocean Drive Beach Rentals & Vacation Condos

Local Expert's Guide: Ocean Drive Beach, South Carolina

Ocean Drive Beach, also known as Ocean Drive, is located at the heart of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and serves as the city's main hub. It was here in the 1940’s that the Carolina dance was born, ‘The Shag.’ Still, today you can find locals and the like (Shaggers) testing their skills at iconic shag clubs like, Fat Harold’s and the Spanish Galleon. The famed ‘horseshoe’ area of Ocean Drive Beach is home for the area's historic Main Street.

The horseshoe on Main Street recently had some renovations done including, a permanent restroom facility, permanent entertainment stage for summer concerts, festivals and other performances and additional parking. Small town boutique shops, bars, restaurants, concerts and many other city events can all be found right here, on this historic part of Ocean Drive.

With its well known wide sprawling beach, the Ocean Drive Beach neighborhood of N. Myrtle Beach is a popular destination among locals and tourists to enjoy many activities and attractions all within short walking distance. Expect to find a vibrant open-air atmosphere filled with energy, entertainment and fun for adults and children of all ages.

Ocean Drive has an extraordinary selection of oceanfront resorts to choose from, including The Avista Resort, Ocean Bay Club, and The Ashworth to name a few. Whether you're looking for a 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom or 4 bedroom condo, these hotels have it all. The biggest perk to staying in the Ocean Drive section of North Myrtle Beach is that you'll be just within a short walking distance to Main Street.