Marriott's OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes Reviews & Ratings

Just came back from a great week! We have been at Marriott resorts in Florida and Hilton Head. Myrtle Beach has them all beat. We especially liked the woodsey area. When finished with the beach a short walk put us in the "country" with a great pool and water slide. We really enjoyed the contrast. The rooms were great and the staff wonderful. When the final building is finished there will be a basketball court, boche court, and shuffle board. This along with all the great things to do in Myrtle Beach makes this place a must to stay at.

The Marriott's OceanWatch Villas are great! I have to say that I have been to many resorts including The Bahamas Atlantis, The Ritz's in Puerto Rico and the Marriott in Aruba and this by far blew them all away! The pools were great, the kiddy Woodsey Pool was awsome for the little ones. My 13 month old never wanted to get out of the pool. The surrounding restuarants were great and reasonably priced. The villas were very clean and nicely decorated. The staff was extremly helpful and very nice. I honestly have to say it was the best vacation we've ever been on. We cant wait to go back next year!

We visited this resort 4 summers ago for the first time when it was still in its building stages...we loved it here...so found an owner on redweek to rent from and came over the 4th of July and was not disappointed..this was the best vacation my family and i have ever spent. If your looking to get a little bit of everything the ocean has to offer and like to do it in style, this is the place for you. We were delighted to see what has been done since we've been here, the woodsy pool, the gas grills for everyone to use, the picnic areas, the excersize room, the pools at the villa's and all the activities all week long were just awsome, something for everyone...I have never been in a place where the people are so nice and staff is absolutely awsome. I don't mind paying a price for those things and cleanliness is very important to me. So, we were sooo happy with our stay and know we would love to come back here year after year, we are now proud owners!!! Take the plunge and check it out, its a great place to make memories with your family.

Very clean, great location. Beach is nice and wide here. I would definitely return.

Everything about this place is exceptional. From the STARBUCKS at the MarketPlace to the Cabana bar, OcenWatch suits many tastes. The beach is wide and long and never overcrowded. The pools are clean, warm and well kept. The grilling areas could be a bit larger, but beyond that, no complaits

We've been going to Ocean Watch for the past two years in the Sept - Oct time period - which is their Silver Season. Absolutely the best vacations we've ever had. If you enjoy golfing, the beach, shopping and some great restaurants, this is the place for you. We are scheduled back there in late October and can hardly wait.

Travelled to this resort during the last week of may in 2006.There was construction noise but was not bothersome unless you sat there and tried to listen for it. The beach is gorgeous. The location is also very nice allowing you to make Myrtle Beach as busy or quiet as you please, this is nice if you have little kids. The villa is great and typical Marriott if you have stayed at other locations that are not converted hotels.

Loved the Marriott Oceanwatch. It's located in a very private area in the northern end of Myrtle Beach. The units are beautiful. There was construction going on but it was hardly noticeable. Pools and hot tubs were always perfect. The only problem may be when the back tower is finished the pools will be crowded, although they are building another pool and recreation area behind the new tower. The Marriott hotel next door has a great spa and pools. They have a good deal at their happy hr. Mon-Thurs in their cocktail lounge. The Marriott villas and hotel are the best properties in Myrtle Beach.

We just returned from an absolutely wonderful week at OceanWatch. 8th Floor Ocean Front was spectacular. Having access to the beach and pool interchanging throughout the day gives you the best of both worlds. Even with construction going on, the property is in great shape and will only continue to get better as the additional two units come up.

This is our second time at the resort (2004 and 2006). The first time was good but the second time has been better. The resort still has construction underway but the rooms are sound-proof and you don't notice the construction noise unless you focus on it. The beach is great (not crowded and very clean). Chairs and Umbrellas for rental. The pool has a new bar which serves great drinks. We really enjoyed our stay and are probably going to buy a second week since the prices keep going up. I highly recommend the resort. It is very good now, but will be great soon.

Just got back from a 4 day/3 night preview (11/3 thru 11/6). What a wonderful place to stay!! We were really tempted to buy on the spot, but decided to find out more about Time Shares before we committed. We were put on the first floor Ocean Side. Not much of a ocean view, but couldn't complain about the preview price :)

The sales pitch was very relaxed and non- pressured (Claire was great). If I had to buy a Time-Share in Myrtle Beach, I wouldn't hesitate trusting Marriott OceanWatch Villas. If you have a chance to take a preview, do it and ask for Claire.

Excellent resort with great location. Staff was very helpful. Unit was well equipted. Only one complaint: the beds are very hard, but they did provide us with some egg-crate foam padding that helped a lot. Looking forward to many visits here, wont be trading this one.

Went on Preview of this resort, wonderful. Best 4 day trip. Trying to see how I can purchase one.

The resort is terrific! The construction noise was minimal. If it weren't for the crane, I don't think we would have known they were there. The temporary parking was really not a big deal. Shuttles ran constantly, but the walk was only a couple of minutes. We walked except for check in.

Our family has voted Myrtle Beach as their favorite. My husband and I love Marriott, so the combo is perfect! We bought preconstruction and are super happy we did.

The Marriott Ocean Watch Villas at Grande Dunes is easily the poshest resort in Myrtle Beach. My family and I just returned from a one week stay and we were sorry to leave -- always a good sign. Our two bedroom, two bath unit (as are all of the properties) was truly ocean view. We were in the new Scallop building which opened just a few weeks before our arrival. The building was quiet and I don't think we heard a sound from any other unit the entire week.

Every necessary amenity was included -- even a cutting board -- as well as three flat screen TVs and a DVD player. Every Marriott employee we met was friendly and helpful. I believe it would be difficult to find a more lovely Myrtle Beach property.

Parking, for now, is in an auxiliary lot -- but that posed absolutely no hardship. Moreover, if you choose, a shuttle bus is constantly available to take you back and forth. Our biggest trial was the rain clouds that arrived on Monday during our stay and never left. :-(

Although massive construction is underway, I truly didn't find it very intrusive and it no way hindered any part of our vacation.

The staff had organized many on-site activities. My young teenage children participated in some of them and were thrilled to each win an Ocean Watch Villas T-Shirt for their efforts.

The property currently has two beautiful, heated pools -- three spas and a kiddie pool. Lounge chairs were available in ample supply. Beach towels are provided in each room. In addition, there were seven oceanside gas grills available for use -- which are cleaned every single day.

One of my favorite amenities was the pool bar -- the bartender makes a very good daiquiri! The beach is wide and uncrowded. The only beach patrons are from the Ocean Watch Villas and the adjacent Marriott Resort property. If you are debating and you prefer to have finer accommodations -- CHOOSE THIS PROPERTY!!!!

This place is incredible. We had a 4th floor oceanside villa. The kids had a blast with all the activities. We even won the sand castle building contest. It was biker week, (last Gold week) but the resort is far from all the rumbling of the bikes on the main road. Ultimately, we bought a Platium, oceanview. (28,900)

This place seems to be pretty popular. In fact, the second building, The Scallop, was completed 1 1/2 years ahead of schedule. Anyway, we loved it.

Wow!!!!!! What a pleasant week we had at this resort last week. We occupied one of the two oceanview villas on the 9th floor. What a terrific view! The huge Marriott Hotel is right beside it. My brother, my sister, and their families came to visit and my young nephews had a wonderful time as well. We are looking forward in buying another week. As always, customer service is the best. Lots of great restaurants and shopping is one of the best. My husband and I enjoyed the "tour of Myrtle Beach" provided by the resort. Lots of good activities all week long. Marriott has done a terrific job once again!! - mercy

We stayed at Ocean Watch 9/19-9/26/04. What a wonderful week - the resort is everything you hope for when you buy a timeshare. The furnishings, pool area, service & amenities were all top-notch. The construction didn't bother us, although we did have guests in for the week who had to park in a satellite lot farther away, due to the limited parking currently. We purchased here as out 1st timeshare & couldn't be happier!

Just came back from a beautiful week at Ocean Watch Villas. This is a great resort in a superb location. Close to many attractions and very close to restaurant row. This resort is nicely decorated and is first class. To be expected with Marriott's Vacation Club Resorts. The hotel right beside the villas is gorgeous!. Can't go wrong with the ocean view. Highly recommend.