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pampering begins moment we arrived at 400-room Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort at Grande Dunes in beautiful South Carolina. Courteous staff greet us in light and airy contemporary reception area of 14-story oceanfront luxury hotel that celebrated its opening in December of 2003. Within minutes after checking in we are making entertainment plans with John Shanley, one of Concierges, located just across lobby from reception desk.
After settling into our room, my husband and I relax on heated patio at The Bar that is open nightly. The lively atmosphere is perfect setting for nibbling on a selection of fresh shrimp from buffet and sharing a drink on this breezy summer night.
Venturing out onto spacious central courtyard we take in captivating view of Atlantic Ocean beyond. Below, guests take a leisurely swim in three tropical beachfront pools. The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort’s infinity-edged pool, first in South Carolina, appears to merge seamlessly into scenic seascape. We hear children of all ages laughing their way down waterslide at pool set aside for kids. During summer season, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Marriott Resort at The Grande Dunes has a non-stop schedule of fun and games for kids. An indoor pool is rarely used on beautiful sunny days.
A lush tropical landscape of native plants and colorful hibiscus surrounds pool that we pass on way to beach. Stretching 60 miles from Little River to Georgetown, we feel like we own our private piece of paradise along Myrtle Beach where a lifeguard keeps watch daily.
After our day at beach we’re relaxing poolside at Surfside Café, enjoying a refreshing glass of tea before dinner. We prefer romantic setting of Marriott Resort’s signature restaurant, Ocean’s on 82nd, that has a captivating view of sunset. The staff is gracious and delightful, offering suggestions from menu of eclectic American-Asian cuisine. Executive Chef Mark Galvin presents delicious meal beautifully; extraordinary service adds finishing touch to a perfect day. Within minutes of returning to our room we sink into thick, comfy signature Marriott bed, mattress forming to nautral curve of our bodies; we are asleep.
After a refreshing and comfortable night’s sleep, morning arrives. My husband prepares complimentary in-room coffee; I prefer tea while reading newspaper in a plush Marriott bathrobe. Rooms have hair dryers, irons, and ironing boards; laundry valets are available or use self-service laundry facilities. We don't spend much time in our room to catch in-room cable TV movies. I do use high-speed internet access to send family a few pictures of gorgeous beach. The work desk is spacious and includes a two-line phone, data ports on phone, and voice mail. When not checking in with our family online I store our laptop in in-room safe.
