There is only one Marriott hotel, the former Hyatt, now the Marriott Beach and Golf Resort. The property has been extensively remodeled since Marriott acquired it a few years ago and it is on the beach. A good place to stay.

There are some lesser brand Marriotts, such as a Residence Inn. None of them are on the beach.

There are three very nice Vacation Club (timeshare) properties directly on the beach - Grande Ocean, Barony Beach and Monarch.

Barony is the newest, it's next door to the Westin Hotel and it's an excellent place to stay. Only negative is that the building where you would likely be staying does not have an ocean view and is a fair hike to the beach.

Grande Ocean started construction about 12 years ago, so it's still relatively new. The three oldest (of ten) buildings are being completely refurbished this winter. On the beach, with no unit more than about 100 yards from beach access. Most units on the highest floor have at least a partial ocean view. Grande Ocean is most conveniently located of the three beach timeshares for restaurants and shopping. A great place to stay.

Monarch is the oldest of the three and is behind the gates of prestigious Sea Pines Plantation. Although a little farther to many restaurants, there are some good restaurants inside the gates and a great network of biking trails.

There are a number of other Marriott timeshares on the island, but those are the three on the beach.

My only warning - Don't set your sights too high on using an award for a mid summer week at one of the three beach timeshare resorts. It's tough to get in!