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Sea Ranch Resort

3.0 star property
Beachside hotel with indoor pool

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On the beach, surfing, fishing
Indoor pool
View from room
Living area
Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1731 N. VA Dare Trail MP 7, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27949
  • Place, Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Fishing Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Wright Brothers National Memorial
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Living area

King Oceanfront Guest Room Higher Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Queen-Queen Oceanfront Guest Room Higher Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Living area

MAIN BUILDING - 1 KING BED 1RST FLOOR NO VIEW

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

MAIN BUILDING - 2 QUEEN BEDS 1RST FLOOR NO VIEW

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

2 Bedroom Oceanfront Condo (1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 980 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

2 Bedroom Oceanfront Condo (1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 980 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

2 Bedroom Oceanfront Condo (2 King Beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 980 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Living area

MAIN BUILDING - 1 KING BED 2ND FLOOR NO ELEVATOR ACCESS NO VIEW

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

MAIN BUILDING - 2 QUEEN BEDS 2ND FLOOR NO ELEVATOR ACCESS NO VIEW

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

MAIN BUILDING - 2 QUEEN BEDS 1RST FLOOR PATIO NO VIEW

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

MAIN BUILDING - 2 QUEEN BEDS 2ND FLROO BALCONY NO ELEVATOR ACCESS NO VIEW

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

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Living area

King Oceanfront Guest Room 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Queen-Queen Oceanfront Guest Room 2nd Floor

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

Sea Ranch Resort places you next to Outer Banks Beaches and within a 15-minute walk of Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf. This 50-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Avalon Fishing Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Glazin' Go-Nuts - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Roger Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ashley’s Espresso Parlour - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sea Ranch Resort

Beachside hotel with indoor pool
At Sea Ranch Resort, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a conference center, express check-out, and barbecue grills.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and cable TV. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beachside Bistro

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

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
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Sea Ranch Kill Devil Hills
Sea Ranch Resort
Sea Ranch Resort Kill Devil Hills
Sea Ranch Hotel Kill Devil Hills
Sea Hotel Kill Devil Hills
Sea Ranch Resort Outer Banks, NC - Kill Devil Hills
Sea Ranch Resort Hotel
Sea Ranch Resort Kill Devil Hills
Sea Ranch Resort Hotel Kill Devil Hills

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sea Ranch Resort?

Sea Ranch Resort offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Ranch Resort?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Ranch Resort on Jan 10, 2026 start from $57.0, 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.

What is there to do near Sea Ranch Resort?

This hotel is located in Kill Devil Hills, just steps from Outer Banks Beaches. You'll also find Kitty Hawk Beach and Wright Brothers National Memorial within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sea Ranch Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does Sea Ranch Resort include a casino on the premises?

No, Sea Ranch Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sea Ranch Resort?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Sea Ranch Resort good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a beachfront restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Sea Ranch Resort?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sea Ranch Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sea Ranch Resort serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Beachside Bistro.

Does Sea Ranch Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sea Ranch Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at Sea Ranch Resort?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Sea Ranch Resort?

The closest major airport to Sea Ranch Resort is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is 16.4 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sea Ranch Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy ocean or resort views.

Does Sea Ranch Resort host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Sea Ranch Resort.

Sea Ranch Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only ocean view hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is on the ocean. Listening to the ocean is why I come down here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Romunza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Main ice machine is totally inoperable- dead motor. Elevator was broken one day. Toilet seat was broken at the mount screws.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed here three nights. My room was on the 5th level and had a balcony with awesome views of the beach. The bathroom was recently renovated and everything worked well, including good water pressure and instant warm water. Some parts of my room had clear signs of aging and deterioration (ceiling paint stains, peeling, rust on balcony, etc). Lots of the exposed exterior hallways and common areas have same issues and they should be cleaner. Two access areas to the beach with hoses and foot wash were convenient. The onsite restaurant is convenient as it serves breakfast lunch and dinner with some good seafood selections. There was plenty of parking available at the property each day and night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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

Vacay getaway

Everything from check in to check out was great. Very friendly staff, especially young lady working the desk on the day shift. Would 10 out of 10 recommend Sea Ranch to everyone. Please check out the Beachside Bistro there, awesome food and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick, Fairfax

Traveled with partner
A bit rundown, but the restaurant there was awesome, staff very helpful. Great view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Staley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice older hotel. Very clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sonya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs an update

As soon as you walk in the door, it smells of mold. The ramp to get up to the desk is damaged and halfway repaired hard to get your luggage over the Knicks and crannies. I’ve thrown better furniture in the garbage than they had in the room. Couch was disgusting. I would not even sit on it. The people were very nice though. I was in. room 113 which is right by the back door on the first floor people slammed that door all night long coming in and out. You will not get any sleep if you’re in that room. I tried to upload the pictures of the ragged furniture and mold all around the tub and the stains and holes in the ceiling but it says my photos exceed size limit but trust me it’s not very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanique

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bummers!

Parking was adequate. For a hotel that supposedly updated in 2025 it was not apparent at all. We have stayed at the Sea Ranch Resort several times over past years. This stay was very disappointing. Carpet was old, dingy, and even dirty. The cushioned chair was also old, badly stained, and dingy. Bathtub badly stained, appearing as if it had not been cleaned though I'm sure it probably was. Direct TV was a joke. No additional apps such as Netflix, etc. Also, ice machine not working and elevator often not responding at all or delayed for 5-10 minutes. The elevator problem was not new as it was the same in several previous stays. We ended up using service elevator as we were on the 3rd floor, which was a nice oceanfront view but at 79 & 80 years of age climbing 3 flights of stairs empty handed or with luggage, was out of the question.We will most likely not stay there again. Wish I had taken photos but sadly did not think to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

CRYSTAL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LovI d that it was on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view from balcony. However, for the price you get no complimentary breakfast or daily housekeeping without requesting. Also the restaurant on site makes you wait between breakfast and lunch because they're unable to do two things at a time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Suffolk

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love coming to this place. This is the third time that one of my family members or me have stayed here. I stayed here this year and last year. I love the amenities and the pool is my favorite. The beds are nice and soft. And everyone is really polite. I love looking at the the dolphins from my balcony every morning. I hope everyone enjoys it like I have.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach access and indoor pool made it a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

jay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was damp from humidity, bathroom was poorly maintained and older and small. Had the feel of an old motel versus a “hotel”. Just hasn’t been kept up well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

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

$500 a night for indoor camping

If you’ve ever dreamed of camping indoors at luxury prices, this is the place for you. For $500 a night, we got falling ceiling tiles, soggy carpets, and a “partial ocean view” that was mostly blocked by grime on the window. The carpet looks like it’s been through a dog kennel, and housekeeping? Don’t count on it—no daily cleaning here. The first night we checked in, we didn’t even have a lock on our door. Nothing says “welcome” like realizing anyone could wander in. To be fair, they did install one… about an hour later. Outside the room, millions of bugs throw nightly parties around the vent, just in case you miss the feeling of camping. The bistro serves tuna with the exact texture of a leather belt, so if chewy mystery fish is your thing, you’re in luck. The one bright spot? The bar staff was friendly. But when the bartender is the highlight of your $500/night stay, you know it’s not worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Alla

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

This place is definitely not a resort! The room had bare minimum amenities. The door to the balcony didn’t lock; the bathroom had a funny smell to it; and there is NO maid service! No one came in to make the bed, empty the trash, vacuum the carpet, or replace the towels! For the high price I paid to stay there, it was subpar in my opinion. The bistro and bar were convenient and nice. Overall, it was disappointing in general. I would not go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Ken

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cobwebs in most of the corner's in the room with spiders. Urine/fecal(??) stains down the front of the toilet at base. One ice machine for the entire property. Five O'clock check in and eleven O'clock checkout so you lose 6 hours of your stay. Upon check out we were locked out of our room by the electronic keypad locks. We went to the office three times to get a key for our room so we could finish loading our vehicle to leave and each time the new card key wouldn't work. We finally had to get nasty with the front desk to get a maintenance guy to come up and let us in. He said they were having trouble with the electronic system. I told the front desk lady that we wouldn't be able to leave by eleven since we were locked out of our room for almost an hour and she said they'd give us to eleven thirty. Not the almost hour we were locked out. I have stayed there for many years, and it's gotten a lot worse as time has gone on. Don't get me wrong, we had a decent stay for the most part but there are several areas that could stand a lot of improvement. BTW- no room service. We had to scrape and scrounge every couple of days to get wash cloths. We pretty much just went in and got them ourselves from the supply room that was left open night and day for anyone to come in and take their supplies. We asked a lady one day about getting stuff for our room as she was pushing her maid cart and she told us that she just cleans rooms at the end of people's stays and not during their stay.??????
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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