Historic Downtown Manteo, NC

Manteo

Shot while on a ghost / history walk in downtown Manteo, NC. Beautiful!
Shot while on a ghost / history walk in downtown Manteo, NC. Beautiful!
Great little backwater area with some cool trails on Roanoke Island, North Carolina USA
I was here early in the morning. Since I didn't have a boat, and I sure can't walk on water, this was the best I could do at the time. Too much glare from the boardwalk side.

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I was here early in the morning. Since I didn't have a boat, and I sure can't walk on water, this was the best I could do at the time. Too much glare from the boardwalk side.

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Manteo when you stop by Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
Masts of yachts parked in marina at dusk in Pirate's Cove Marina, Manteo, North Carolina criss cross the sky.

Pirate's Cove Marina

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Manteo with a trip to Pirate's Cove Marina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the notable monuments in this family-friendly area.

Pirate's Cove Marina
Top down view of amphitheater

The Lost Colony

4.5/5(101 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at The Lost Colony on your trip to Manteo. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its beautiful beaches.

The Lost Colony
Lighthouse at Dawn - Bodie Island Light - Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina Outer Banks south of Nags Head

Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

4.5/5(59 reviews)

Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is just one of the places to see in Manteo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
Roanoke Island Festival Park, Outerbanks NC, USA. Soft blurry background.

Festival Park

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Festival Park, a lovely green space in Manteo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Festival Park
Checking out the turtles while on vacation in the OBX. They have a really neat turtle rescue and rehab program at their facility.

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island

4.5/5(137 reviews)

Take the kids to visit the sea life you'll find at North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island during your trip to Manteo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island

Historic Downtown Manteo Hotel Deals

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl Kill Devil Hills NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,867 reviews)
It was really nice for what I paid! There is a little deck that leads right out to the beach, I’m definitely going to stay at this hotel again during the summer! 10/10.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail Kill Devil Hills NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,726 reviews)
On the beach. 1st floor cant see ocean but it was stated at booking. Dune view. Steps from ocean

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk

4 out of 5
1 Cypress Knee Trail Kitty Hawk NC
The price is ₩175,279 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
₩175,279
₩247,814 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
The rooms were spacious, and very clean. Beautiful facilities. We enjoyed out stay.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Sea Ranch Resort

Sea Ranch Resort

3 out of 5
1731 N. VA Dare Trail MP 7 Kill Devil Hills NC
The price is ₩74,750 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
₩74,750
₩84,281 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great balcony ocean view. Cozy room.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Sea Ranch Resort
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

3 out of 5
4701 S Virginia Dare Trl Nags Head NC
The price is ₩154,923 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
₩154,923
₩174,676 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Very run down

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1701 S Virginia Dare Trl Kill Devil Hills NC
The price is ₩95,610 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
₩95,610
₩107,801 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,047 reviews)
What's on the fourth floor The view was great staff was friendly pool was warm hot tub with hot highly recommend we'll be back again

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
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