Bluegreen Shore Crest Vacation Villas I & II

Set in 2 modern buildings, this colorful resort overlooking a white-sand beach is a mile from the Alabama Theatre, which dates from 1929, and 12 miles from the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. The bright 1- to 2-bedroom suites feature scenic views, balconies and full kitchens, plus free Wi-Fi sofabeds, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Amenities include direct beach access, a lazy river, a hot tub, and indoor and outdoor pools. There's also a BBQ area, a game room and a business center, as well as a gym and a tiki bar.