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The Sanderling

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness center

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House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Residence) | Living area | 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Room amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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1461 Duck Rd, Duck, NC, 27949
  • Place, The Sanderling Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Duck Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Ocean)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 468 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, Patio (Pool, King)

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

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Presidential Suite (Ocean) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Presidential Suite (Ocean)

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

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

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

View all photos for Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan Residence)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans Residence) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Residence) | Living area | 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Residence) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Residence) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Sandpiper Residence) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

About the neighborhood

Duck

The Sanderling places you next to Outer Banks Beaches and The Sanderling Spa. This 129-room, 4-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Corolla Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Duck Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 32 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 48 min drive - 29.0 miles

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cravings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bacchus Wine and Gourmet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Donutz On a Stick - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Sanderling

Beachfront hotel with a fitness center
Guests of The Sanderling have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and access to locker space. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, 2 hot tubs, and a steam room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. Balconies, iPod docks, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

Guests under 21 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

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

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.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Beach House Bar
  • Lifesaving Station
  • Sandbar
  • Theodosia

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

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

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 2.25 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 62.01 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Fitness center access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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
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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

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. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone 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

Are free cancellation options available at The Sanderling?

The Sanderling offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sanderling?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanderling on Dec 25, 2025 start from $303.2, 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's there to do around The Sanderling?

This hotel is located in Kitty Hawk and just steps from Outer Banks Beaches and The Sanderling Spa. You'll also find Duck Boardwalk and Corolla Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Sanderling?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Is there a spa at The Sanderling?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Thai massages, prenatal massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does The Sanderling have a casino on the premises?

No, The Sanderling doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sanderling?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs.

Is The Sanderling good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Sanderling?

Yes, this hotel has 2 spa tubs.

Does The Sanderling have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Sanderling has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Sanderling allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Sanderling for a fee of USD 300 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Sanderling?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from The Sanderling?

The closest major airport to The Sanderling is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is about 21.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Sanderling?

Yes, every guestroom at The Sanderling comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or pool views.

Does The Sanderling have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Sanderling if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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