Historic Downtown Manteo Travel Guide

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

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

You can make plans for a show at The Lost Colony during 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

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 through 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

Explore the great outdoors at Festival Park, a lovely green space in Manteo. Wander through 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

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

North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island

Top hotels in Historic Downtown Manteo

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl Kill Devil Hills NC
Stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,883 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 10 Mar 2026

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Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail Kill Devil Hills NC
Stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their 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 8 Mar 2026

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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 ₹10,840 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹10,840
₹15,327 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
The rooms were spacious, and very clean. Beautiful facilities. We enjoyed out stay.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 ₹4,648 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
₹4,648
₹5,241 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great balcony ocean view. Cozy room.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,634 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹9,634
₹10,862 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Nags Head. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Very run down

Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 ₹5,615 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹5,615
₹6,331 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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 8 Mar 2026

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
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Historic Downtown Manteo Travel Guide