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Sanderling Resort

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a fitness centre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home) | Beach/ocean view
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House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
The price is AU$516
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Explore the area

Map
1461 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC, 27949
  • The Sanderling Spa
    2 min walk
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    7 min drive
  • Duck Boardwalk
    7 min drive
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    56 min drive

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan, Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan, Vacation Home)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Deluxe Two Queens

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Poolside King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Vacation Home)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Vacation Home)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Premium King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 4 Bedrooms (Renovated - Sandpiper, Vacation Home)

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Renovated - Sandpiper, Vacation Home)

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Renovated - Sandpiper, Vacation Home)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

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

Room, Ocean View (Two Queens)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Sunset View)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Sunset View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View, Corner (King)

Junior Suite, Ocean View, Corner (King)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Sunset View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Sunset View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite (Oceanside)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Highlights

Lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Poolside Two Queens

Poolside Two Queens

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Corner (Sunset View)

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

Junior Suite, Corner (Sunset View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Suite, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Suite, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Sunset View)

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

Junior Suite (Sunset View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite (Ocean to Sound) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Ocean to Sound)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans, Vacation Home)

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans, Vacation Home)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 4 Single Beds

View all photos for House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)

House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)

House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Duck

At Sanderling Resort you'll be within steps of Outer Banks Beaches and The Sanderling Spa. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and detox wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Lifesaving Station, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Beach House Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the 2 hot tubs and gym. Additionally, you'll find free wired Internet in public areas, a steam room and a conference centre. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Kitty Hawk hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Tar Cove Marsh and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Nor'Banks Sailing.

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 2 min walk
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 7 min drive
  • Duck Boardwalk - 7 min drive
  • Currituck Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger - 41 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Flippers - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sanderling Resort

Waterfront hotel with a fitness centre
Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Sanderling Resort, 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. Wired Internet is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a steam room and a fitness centre.

This 4-star Kitty Hawk hotel is smoke free.

  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sanderling Resort offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The on-site 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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 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 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Beach House Bar
  • Kimball's Kitchen
  • Lifesaving Station
  • Sandbar

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb 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 not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night

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 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 all 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.

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 Hotel
Sanderling Resort Kitty Hawk
Sanderling Resort Hotel Kitty Hawk

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sanderling Resort?

Sanderling Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanderling Resort?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanderling Resort on 24 Dec 2024 start from AU$453.99, 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 Sanderling Resort?

Yep, Sanderling Resort is on Outer Banks Beaches, which hotel guests give top marks. Fun beach activities include yoga, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Sanderling Resort?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Sanderling Resort. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Thai massages.

Does Sanderling Resort have a pool?

Sanderling Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Sanderling Resort?

Sanderling Resort features 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs and 2 restaurants.

Is Sanderling Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sanderling Resort is a hit with families.

Does Sanderling Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sanderling Resort?

No, Sanderling Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sanderling Resort?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Sanderling Resort's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sanderling Resort?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sanderling Resort?

Dogs are welcome at Sanderling Resort, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 27 kg per pet.

Sanderling Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 464 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

6/10 Okay

lindsey

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The floor in my room had so many stains.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jamshid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything is nice but the facility just need some serious upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room rates are highway robbery for the quality of the rooms. They have clearly not been maintained. The rooms are old, dated, stains on carpet, stains on furniture, furniture falling apart, nasty dirt and dust that looks like it’s been there for decades. There was an awful smell in the hallway. There was a large bug crawling on the wall in my room (NOT the small, mosquito-like bugs they mentioned on a sign in the room). There was hair in my bed. This hotel is advertised as AAA four diamond, but there is no possible way that is true. I paid an exorbitant amount of money for this nasty room for two nights and left a night early because the room was so nasty. Also, the grab and go breakfast options at the hotel are limited to small boxes of cereal, muffins, and egg sandwiches that have been sitting out and will be heated up by a hotel employee, and you have to pay for those. The beach chairs/pools chairs are worn out and gross to sit on. The food from the pool bar was not good. Finally, to add insult to injury, when I checked out a night early I was told I could not receive an invoice because I was checking out early. A few days later after I got home, I checked my credit card statement and saw a large charge. I called the hotel the person I spoke with said that I was charged an additional $40 per night “resort fee” since I had booked through Expedia. Buyer beware. This place is not what is advertised in terms of the room, amenities, and fees. Not customer centric.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Judi

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
I have stayed numerous times prior to this visit. It is sad to see the condition of the property - peeling paint, worn carpets, very worn furniture. No bell staff out front to help 2 ladies with luggage up steps. No staff available to assist with umbrellas and chairs on beach and not enough umbrellas for number of guests on the beach. In summary, this property is in serious need of renovation. We love coming here and look forward to future improvements, (hopefully).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a little dated, but overall great water. Food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and Chic OBX Hotel
I am blown away by the sanderling. What a beautiful resort. I understand it needs some updates and will undergo a renovation in November, but this hotel is absolutely wonderful. Beachfront with many dining options and remains chic and timeless. We will be coming every year now.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We like the location of this property. Overpriced rooms for the condition and amenities of property. Food in the restaurant is good quality (breakfast and dinner). Service was slow, we were told this is because it was close to end of season (mid-August) and that the servers were tired. No beach service, chairs and umbrellas are out for you to place. Each day the waves washed up onto the shore during high tide and washed into umbrellas and chairs. When the wind picked up it blew umbrellas over and along the beach. Think it would be safe if there was a beach attendant to keep an eye on these things. Towels at the resort (family) pool ran out daily. Overall, we would stay again because of location and that this is the only hotel to choose from for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding and the bed/mattress and pillows were the best ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at The Sanderling, it was a late Summer quiet vibe which was perfect. Some areas are a little worn and could use some updating but overall a great long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very accommodating and well trained staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly Convenient to everything The food at both restaurants was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not recommend
I stayed at the sanderling for the first time in 2017 and had a wonderful stay, however my recent stay found the hotel in a state of disrepair with unhappy employees. The property has not been maintained to its former standards. The walls are heavily marked with wear and tear, and the carpets are stained and way overdue for replacement. The walls of our room were spotted with various spills and suitcase scuffs. I stepped on an open safety pin and noticed used tissues under the bed. It was also clear the hallways and rooms had not been vacuumed in some time. Yes, the location is beautiful, but there is nothing luxury about this property. This once-grand resort now feels more like a neglected afterthought. It’s disappointing to see a place with so much potential fall so far from its former glory. At checkout I voiced my concerns to management only to receive lip service from about a renovation beginning in November, however, the hotel is not in any condition to accept reservations and host guests, especially at the price point they are charging. Ultimately the manager waived the resort fee - which I expected since we had to carry our own beach chairs and umbrellas out to the beach and there were rarely beach/pool towels available. Finally, we booked a king room through hotels.com but were given a room with two queen beds. The manager informed me that the property could not guarantee room types booked via third party, which I have never heard of before.
Splatters on the wall above the trash can in our room
Heavily stained and worn hallway carpet and moldy window
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The condition of the property and facilities are tired and worn. The room however was clean and the bed was comfortable. Lack of a resort feel despite the resort fees. The building exterior requires capital needs (worn siding and deteriorating roof and wood). The pool furniture was broken and very dated. The location is good, and this is likely the reason the resort has been able to maintain occupancy without making necessary building and furniture upgrades.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Love the adult only pool and hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in Outer Banks. This resort was beautiful and everything was just so convenient. They helped us plan off-site activities. The food was excellent. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

michael, Potomac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. The property definitely needs renovation. It has a lot of potential with multiple restaurants and ideal location. Also they need more beach chairs . There is no one directly on the beach at all time setting up umbrellas. Finally, if anybody has allergies to animals they do allow dogs in every single room of the hotel. I believe renovation is pending next year so would love to revisit when it does.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024