Manteo, NC

Travel Guide

Manteo Marshes Light Lighthouse at night blue hour
Manteo Marshes Light Lighthouse at night blue hour
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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.

Where to stay in Manteo

Shot while on a ghost / history walk in downtown Manteo, NC. Beautiful!

Historic Downtown Manteo

You'll enjoy the beaches and coffeehouses in Historic Downtown Manteo. You might want to make time for a stop at Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse or Dare County Arts Council.

Historic Downtown Manteo
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! (1,882 reviews)
Nice room! Loved the direct access to the beach.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

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! (1,734 reviews)
Clean room, great location. Loved the pool and hot tub. Friendly staff was an added bonus

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Shutters on the Banks
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 ₩100,721 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
₩100,721
₩162,648 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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! (1,002 reviews)
Great for me and my children.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing ...
7.8/10 Good! (306 reviews)
Kitchen was not really a kitchen just a fridge sink and a hotplate and a few pans but we didn't use any of that anyway

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Barrier Island Station
Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas

3.5 out of 5
4724 N. Croatan Hwy Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this golf condo in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sea Scape Golf Links and Monument ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
Clean room and easy check-in/check-out

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Sea Scape Beach and Golf Villas
Ocean Pines Resort

Ocean Pines Resort

3.5 out of 5
1445 Duck Road Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Nor'Banks Sailing and The Sanderling ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (135 reviews)
Staff was very nice...room was clean....only thing that was negatitive ....there was a smell in living area carpet or furniture.....other than that very nice

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Ocean Pines Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Manteo

4.6
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful island town that makes you feel at home.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

This is definitely a seadonal area. A lot of the dining establishments were closed until spring.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Manteo, it's my favorite place. j

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Manteo is a small town, very unique and enjoyable.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Thoroughly enjoyed exploring Manteo and surrounding area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lots of history and shopping. Great places to eat. People are very helpful and friendly.