The best way to experience Roanoke Island, with its small towns of Manteo and Wanchese, is to come for the night (or several). Stay in a Manteo, NC, hotel and you'll fall in love with the town's after-hours tranquility and somehow grows even more special at night and in the early morning. There are also two historic homes that have been transformed into nice Wanchese bed and breakfasts. Taking advantage of Roanoke Island hotels, the majority conveniently situated in the heart of Manteo’s residential downtown, puts you in the middle of the magic. When everyone else has left Roanoke Island for the day, step out of your Manteo, NC, hotel and relish the character of this island as you stroll around the quiet streets containing the sound of crickets singing, leaves rustling and occasionally the stray car passing by. If you find yourself on the waterfront, seeing the moonlit Manteo boardwalk is a treat in and of itself. The joy of waking up in a Roanoke Island hotel shows you a sunny side of the world that day-trippers seldom get to see.
Extra Guidance for Manteo, NC, Hotels
Roanoke Island hotels welcome guests to the historic waterfront area and beyond with sites that range from gracious bed and breakfast inns and guest houses to Manteo, NC, hotels including small motels.
Along U.S. Highway 64/264 there are several other hotel options. Here’s a tip: These Manteo, NC, hotels and motels on the main highway offer less expensive rates than Outer Banks hotels in general, especially the beach hotels. And let’s be honest, at only 10 minutes away from the Outer Banks beaches and even fewer than that from Manteo’s downtown and charming waterfront, it’s an unbeatable bang for your buck.
We also let you know about where your pet can board in Roanoke Island if cozying up with you in your Manteo, NC, hotel or inn room isn’t allowed.
Roanoke Island Hotels by Location or Category
Far removed from the tourist bustle, the village of Wanchese treats its visitors to true local flavor. At the Island House of Wanchese you’ll feel a world...read more
This three-bedroom, two-bath house is a real find, a luxury vacation rental right in the heart of downtown Manteo. The house is a charmer, offering...read more
If you’re traveling with your pet, you’ll want to know about Roanoke Island Animal Clinic. Should you need veterinary care, this is the trusted place where...read more
Scarborough Inn’s cedar-shaked buildings and covered porches welcome visitors with classic Outer Banks charm. Three buildings — the main inn, the annex and...read more
The Refuge is an RV park offering sites for rent on a daily or yearly basis. The campground is in a scenic location overlooking the marsh, Roanoke...read more
This newly renovated 1930s Arts and Crafts bungalow is the perfect Roanoke Island accommodation for a couple, a small family or two couples traveling...read more
The White Doe Inn is a bed and breakfast in one of Manteo’s most picturesque historic homes. It occupies the Theodore Meekins house, which was partially...read more
With the waters of Shallowbag Bay practically lapping on its lawn, Tranquil House Inn offers wonderful views of the Manteo harbor and boardwalk and is right...read more
Wanchese Inn Bed and Breakfast is located in the heart of Wanchese, a quiet village that is close to all the beaches and other attractions of the Outer...read more