Island Guesthouse and Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Manteo with free parking

Photo gallery for Island Guesthouse and Motel

Fireplace
Reception
Room 1 Queen/Queen Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Room 14 - Surf's Up
Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Explore the area

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706 N Hwy 64/264, Manteo, NC, 27954
  • Place, Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Festival Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Outer Banks History Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Room 14 - Surf's Up

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room 12 - First Flight

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room 13 - Shore Break Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room 2 - Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 3 - King Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 11 - Lost Colony Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 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

Room 4 - Double/Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 8 - (3) Doubles and a kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 6 - King Deluxe

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 7 Double/Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 5 Double/Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double 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. .With a stay at this Manteo motel, you'll be 12.3 km (7.7 mi) from Outer Banks Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Dare County Arts Council - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Festival Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Outer Banks History Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Pond Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪1587 Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tale of the Whale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaddai - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grits Grill - ‬12 min drive

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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Guesthouse and Motel on 21 Dec 2025 start from NZ$141.36, 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. 307 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 363 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

Peter

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little motel with very nice amenities. Clean, quiet, comfortable room. Loved the fire pit where some of the guests socialized. Delightful young woman in the office escorted us to our room and made sure all of our needs were met.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Liked the fire pit and the BYOB bar. Convenient to everything. Two great ladies working there, Tara and Amanda. Would definite stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JennyLuv

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family was able to enjoy a clean, safe and fun filled vacation! Island Guesthouse and Motel was such a convenient location and the service was amazing! Thank you all so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruichen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

Quick Trip

Excellent place to rest in between activities. Clean and cozy. Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my go to place for visits to OBX - great accommodations, far enough from the crush of visitors to be cheaper but close enough for access to the beach after a few minutes of driving.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Conway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to coffee and ice cream! Rooms are small but clean and quiet! Wonderful staff! Enjoyed an evening with strangers - not for long - around the fire pit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

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

Completely Wonderful experience 😊

We had an awesome experience at the Island guesthouse it was bright and cheery and the office staff was so nice helped us find a pet friendly place to go with our puppy and helped us when I misplaced my phone upon leaving thanks a million we wholeheartededly recommend 😊❤️ love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very colorful and cheery on the outside, and the room inside had been fully renovated. It was very clean and welcoming. The property was a short drive to attractions in the area like the Lost Colony production.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Almost Heaven

What a gem of a place. The care and attention that the staff give you is over and beyond. Pristine rooms nicely decorated, great location, safe and friendly. Can’t say enough about this charming motel/guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

8/10 Good

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly! The room was nice and the place is just cute. Our room only came with one night stand and we needed two as we both have cpap machines. All in all a very good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old style Motel with great updates. close to everything in Manteo. Parking was tight, but doable if erveryone played nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

P

Nice and clean place. Good location to downtown. Little pricy for what ia delivers. Mattress was ok and we would like less light at night..... blocking light curtains would help.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Amenities
Very nice! Clean and spacious room! Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well-kept property Friendly, accommodating staff. Beautiful little place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the paint colors and the brightness of the place. Bathroom is a little small but very doable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room was clean and well-maintained. The people were very friendly. Convenient to downtown Manteo and about 10-15 from Jennette’s Pier at Nags Head. Only negative is there’s just one parking space per room, but for most people that is probably just fine. A cute and comfortable place to stay. Would go back and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room. The beds were a little soft for me, but otherwise great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025