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Island Guesthouse and Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Manteo with free parking

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Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette
Room 3 - King Deluxe
Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette | Private kitchen
Interior detail
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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706 N Hwy 64/264, Manteo, NC, 27954
  • Festival Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • The Lost Colony
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pirate's Cove Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette

Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Room 4 - Double/Double

Room 4 - Double/Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 11 - Lost Colony Suite

Room 11 - Lost Colony Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room 7 Double/Double

Room 7 Double/Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 3 - King Deluxe | Bathroom

Room 3 - King Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 2 - Queen

Room 2 - Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 5 Double/Double

Room 5 Double/Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 12 - First Flight

Room 12 - First Flight

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 13 - Shore Break Room

Room 13 - Shore Break Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 6 - King Deluxe

Room 6 - King Deluxe

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 14 - Surf's Up

Room 14 - Surf's Up

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 Queen/Queen Kitchenette

Room 1 Queen/Queen Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Manteo

At Island Guesthouse and Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Dare County Arts Council and North Pond Trail. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find express check-out. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Manteo motel include Jennette's Pier and Outer Banks Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Festival Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Lost Colony - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Pirate's Cove Marina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Poor Richards Sandwich Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Grits Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • Yellow Submarine

About this property

Island Guesthouse and Motel

Motel in Manteo with free parking
As a guest of Island Guesthouse and Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, concierge services, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Manteo motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Island Guesthouse and Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Island And Motel Manteo
Island Guesthouse and Motel Motel
Island Guesthouse and Motel Manteo
Island Guesthouse and Motel Motel Manteo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Island Guesthouse and Motel?

Yep, Island Guesthouse and Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Guesthouse and Motel?

As of 17 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Guesthouse and Motel on 14 Sept 2025 start from NZ$159.84, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Island Guesthouse and Motel?

The closest beach to Island Guesthouse and Motel is Outer Banks Beaches (16.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Guesthouse and Motel?

No, Island Guesthouse and Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Guesthouse and Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Island Guesthouse and Motel?

Furry friends are welcome at Island Guesthouse and Motel, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Island Guesthouse and Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 342 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully painted and furnished.Clean convenient lovely little place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and well kept. The staff is very friendly. Lots of nice places to eat nearby. Also close to downtown waterfront which is a nice place to shop and eat. Close to lots of beautiful places. Highly recommend to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geri

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully remodeled guest house! Lovely room! Super nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

AMAZING!!!

Tara and Amanda both went out of their way to make our stay absolutely amazing!! I felt myself relaxing the instant we pulled into the parking area... so welcoming. Already planning a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, pleasant and hospitable! Owner helped to extend my stay with limited room availability! Beyond expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli, Norfolk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here a couple of times per year when we visit the Outer Banks. It is always welcoming and clean, and convenient to everything in Manteo. Comfortable beds, spacious rooms and bathrooms with nice coastal decor. Also loe the outdoor fire pit and tiki bar and the old fashioned front porch with rope swings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quaint, relaxed atmosphere. Very nice staff. Very clean comfortable room. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute, clean, and affordable

Charming, delightful, and affordable. The accomodations were comfortable, beautifully decorated, and immaculate. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in Room #1 which my wife said was like having our own beach cottage. Very clean, very friendly. Just terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley, Cary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What's not to like? In addition to scoring a 10 on everything, we loved the vibe of a 1950's motel. This is not the only one in Manteo, but I doubt there is nicer room than the Lost Colony Suite. This is right off the reception area and coffee room. We were concerned that noise might be a problem with people checking in, but for our stay, this was not a factor. I don't believe there were many guests that night. If this is a concern, choose a motel room behind the house. I have to believe that the high standards cary through the entire property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fantastic! Tara, the general manager was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Brant

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine. Newly remodeled and clean. My concern is that there was a substantial fee for each pet. I booked through Expedia, and disclosed that we had two small dogs. On arrival, I was informed that there was a $40 per dog pet charge. The manager discounted this by $15. Maybe an Exoedia glitch, but not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Get-a-way.

If your looking for a motel that's more like a retreat, this is it. I have stayed here before and i always look forward to the welcoming by the staff. I like the fact that im close to the beaches, birds at pea island and the bears at alligator river.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Santiago

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean with great personal service. Safe and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ms Deborah L

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, and nice location. I would stay again. I stayed in room with kitchen. Well equipped. I would suggest adding a coffee pot (just my opinion). Coffee was in main office area, and was glad to see, but would rather have in room. Adding a shelf in bathroom would be nice for a place to put things on. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024