The Waves Hotel at Myrtle Beach is a small property located next to much larger hotels. The narrow lobby has a long front desk made of rustic wood and painted sky blue. Lights sit behind wooden crate-like grills, giving the space a dockside feel. Some areas are still in need of renovation; the elevator is old and creaky and the hallways are dark and reportedly smell musty. Outside things are brighter, with a wooden walkway leading past the sunbathing lawn and sand grass to the flat beach. A curved wooden bench offers a spot for guests to relax and take in the ocean views.

The hotel is located in a strip of hotels on the flat, sandy beach flanking Ocean Boulevard. There is a miniature golf course and several restaurants within walking distance including a pizza shop and an Arby’s. The boardwalk is less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel, and getting to the airport takes under 15 minutes by car.

Rooms vary drastically at the Waves Hotel depending on how recently they've been renovated. Some rooms have stained carpeting, moldy bathrooms, and tube-style TVs. Renovated rooms have wooden floors, pale blue walls, and charming white wooden furnishings. Most rooms have kitchenettes furnished with stoves and refrigerators as well as toasters, coffeemakers, and cookware. Some rooms have ocean view balconies. Wi-Fi is free in rooms and throughout the hotel. 

There aren’t a lot of amenities at The Waves Hotel at Myrtle Beach, and its best feature is the direct access to the flat, sandy beach. The hotel also has an outdoor pool with lounge chairs with a deep end that's eight feet deep (about two and half meters). There is also a sunbathing lawn overlooking the ocean. Free parking is available in an outdoor lot and Wi-Fi is included in the price of a room.