Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car
United States
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Murrells Inlet travel guide

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You're Going to Love Murrells Inlet

With a population of 7,547, Murrells Inlet is a must-see destination in South Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Murrells Inlet has to offer.

Where to Eat in Murrells Inlet

If you’re looking for affordable options, Costa Coastal Kitchen & Bar (4606US17 Highway 17 Business) and Hot Fish Club (4911 Highway 17 Business) are great picks.

When to visit Murrells Inlet

Murrells Inlet in November
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murrells Inlet in November
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Murrells Inlet in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Murrells Inlet, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Murrells Inlet

Plane

When flying to Murrells Inlet, you’ll arrive at Myrtle Beach Intl (MYR), which is located 18 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Murrells Inlet include American Airlines, Breeze Airways and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Murrells Inlet departs from Atlantic City and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Murrells Inlet is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 249 km from Murrells Inlet. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Murrells Inlet, you’ll arrive at Myrtle Beach Intl (MYR), which is located 18 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Murrells Inlet include American Airlines, Breeze Airways and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Murrells Inlet departs from Atlantic City and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Murrells Inlet is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 249 km from Murrells Inlet. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Airlines serving Murrells Inlet

Lufthansa
Good (8,256 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,244 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,628 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (977 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,667 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,283 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,538 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (433 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,722 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,382 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,621 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,015 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,040 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,319 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Murrells Inlet

Most booked hotels in Murrells Inlet

Surfside Beach Oceanfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1491 reviews)
$110+
Hampton Inn Murrells Inlet/Myrtle Beach Area
3 stars
Excellent (9, 494 reviews)
$124+
Grand Palms Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1785 reviews)
$113+
Coral Beach Resort Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 5989 reviews)
$85+
Kingfisher Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 179 reviews)
$136+
Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 4627 reviews)
$93+

Renting a car in Murrells Inlet

Renting a car in Murrells Inlet costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Myrtle Beach Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Murrells Inlet (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.

Renting a car in Murrells Inlet costs $56 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Myrtle Beach Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Murrells Inlet (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92.