The Sanderling

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches

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Lobby
Room amenity
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
View from room
27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa

Explore the area

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1461 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC, 27949
  • The Sanderling Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Duck Boardwalk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan Residence)

  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 468 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Residence)

  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Residence)

  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Resort)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 503 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Sandpiper Residence)

  • 2550 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 468 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Suite

  • 569 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (Resort)

  • 569 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Patio (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 468 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 503 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Patio (Pool)

  • 569 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Ocean Presidential

  • 770 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans Residence)

  • 2550 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 4 Twin Beds

House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Residence)

  • 3584 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 468 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Duck

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from The Sanderling Spa and a 5-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Tar Cove Marsh and Nor'Banks Sailing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Corolla Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Duck Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Kitty Hawk Beach - 25 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bacchus Wine and Gourmet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Village Table And Tavern - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Sanderling

4-star beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At The Sanderling you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a steam room, and a fitness center.

This 4-star Kitty Hawk hotel is smoke free.

  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
The Sanderling offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The onsite spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 45 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 11 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (42 inches high)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 29 to May 21:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 2.25 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 56.38 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Fitness center access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 45 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sanderling Resort Duck
Sanderling Duck
Sanderling Resort
Sanderling Resort Duck
Sanderling Hotel Duck
Sanderling Resort Duck, NC - Outer Banks
The Sanderling
The Sanderling
Sanderling Resort
The Sanderling Hotel
The Sanderling Kitty Hawk
The Sanderling Hotel Kitty Hawk

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sanderling to the airport?

The Sanderling is 30.9 mi (54-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sanderling?

As of Aug 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanderling on Sep 18, 2025 start from $423.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Sanderling have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sanderling.

How close is The Sanderling to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sanderling offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Sanderling, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 45 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Sanderling?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Sanderling?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Sanderling?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Sanderling have a pool?

The Sanderling features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does The Sanderling have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from September 29 to May 21.

Does The Sanderling have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, aromatherapy, and Thai massages.

How close is The Sanderling to downtown Kitty Hawk?

The Sanderling is 4.3 mi away from Duck.

The Sanderling Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 502 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We have stayed at the Sanderling before and enjoyed our stay. Our complaint on this visit was the outdoor dining and lobby bar were not open. There seems to be a hard rule that everything isn't open until Memorial weekend. If you wanted something to drink you had to walk over to the restaurant which was not a quick walk. My husband also thought the landscaping looked terrible. Also a lot of the wood handrailing should be replace as the wood is splintering and is a hazard.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could have been better

It was nice, room had been recently updated. It was missing a bath mat so stepping out of the shower was very slippery. Also they were short on staff so checking in and out was a very long wait. I’m sure things will improve
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Newly renovated room and bathroom was beautiful. Just wish chairs on balcony were taller so we could sit on balcony and see over the rail. Other than that it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came from Sterling, Va., to spend a few days at the beach. We were given a warm welcome by Heather who checked us in, showed us around, and gave us excellent suggestions about things to see and do. You would not be able to find a more gracious host than Heather. The Sanderling was recently remodeled and is beautiful. The beach is just a few steps out the door and was pristine. The Sanderling provides chairs, towels and umbrellas. The food was delicious and we ate frequently at the restaurant. Highly recommend this hotel and a special shout out to Heather for making our visit special.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stunning. We loved our room with the high ceilings, massive bathroom and big porch overlooking the sound. Felt very luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property, only reason I did not rate excellent for all is that they are on the tail end of renovating the property. The only negative is that the main doors are not locked and anyone can walk in, it appears they have it set up for key cards to be swiped to enter but during my stay, I never had to use as the doors were always unlocked an open, which I did not like.Other than that, it is a very nice place to stay and has great amenities available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecile, Pinehurst

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

melissa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked 2 nights for Thanksgiving at the Sanderling. We really looked forward to it! The beautiful views, warm and friendly common areas with tea, hot chocolate, coffee, and cozy environment. However, it was no where to be found. It was an enormous disappointment. The hotel was not transparent about its construction and remodeling at the time of booking, nor any where on its site. Every guest we talked to was as surprised as we were to find sub-par facilities. If I had known in advance, I would have stayed somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Vito

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property seems run down . Room had a nice view however rug had many stains and walls were stained too . We were not informed that they were under construction. Elevator smelled like a toilet . We took the stairs. Parking lot is very dark and we felt unsafe . Icing on the cake …someone stole a pair of earrings from room !

10/10 Excellent

CAMELIA

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was pretty nice for the off season. Pools aren’t heated fyi
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The resort was beautiful! We enjoyed the spa. Everyone was super friendly. It was clean. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The lack of signage is a problem for nrw guests. Our concerns were addressed but not acted on. Ie, keys mot working, firepit would not cut off.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait to go back!

Amazing!! Right next to the beach! So beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were there for a wedding this weekend. Everything was lovely. It was our first stay at the Sanderling and we were very impressed with everything. We are already planning a return in May 2025. Debbie and Jim Lamb
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024