Island Guesthouse & Motel

Simple Roanoke Island lodging minutes from Fort Raleigh and downtown Manteo's waterfront

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Manteo, NC

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Island Guesthouse & Motel sits on US-64 in Manteo, on Roanoke Island, a short drive from the historic sites that anchor this end of the Outer Banks. It's a straightforward, motel-style stay rather than a resort property, with a front desk staffed from 8am to 9pm daily.

The location puts you close to Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Elizabethan Gardens on the island's north end, where the story of the 1580s Roanoke Colony -- still an unresolved piece of American history -- plays out across the earthen fort reconstruction, visitor center, and surrounding grounds. Head the other direction and you're across the water in downtown Manteo, where Roanoke Island Festival Park and the walkable waterfront around Shallowbag Bay offer a different kind of afternoon: a recreated 16th-century ship, a museum, and shops and restaurants within walking distance of the water.

Front desk open 8am-9pm, seven days a week
Close to Fort Raleigh NHS and Elizabethan Gardens on the island's north end
Short drive to downtown Manteo's waterfront and Roanoke Island Festival Park

Call ahead if you're arriving outside front-desk hours, and confirm current rates and room details directly with the property before booking.

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C F

in the last week

This is an absolutely adorable boutique motel.

Olivia Gray

in the last week

We’re driving away from the Island Guesthouse & Motel this morning and we can’t wait to come back as soon as we can. Of course Manteo, NC was really fun, but the motel really added to our experience. Part owner and general manager, Miss Tara, was so helpful and personable. When we checked in we asked for her recommendations as a local for where to go in the area. Tara was ready with lists and her own personal favorite beaches. As for our room, it was cleaned so quickly and neatly each morning. If we went out for an hour for breakfast we would come back to a very tidy room. I was impressed with the efficiency. Thank you so much again for our great experience! See you soon!

Dominic Oertel

a week ago

Make sure you don’t dump any melted ice near the front door or the owner will flip out and scream at you

Patty Warren

a week ago

The Island Guesthouse and Motel is absolutely wonderful! From the moment you walk in there is a feeling of relaxation and welcoming. Tara and her staff is fabulous and always ready to help with anything. Our room was clean, well appointed and very comfortable. I loved the coffee bar and lemon water that was available and it was an extra touch to have ice for the guests. I am thrilled with my stay here and will most certainly be back!

Andrea Simmons

a week ago

Perfect spot for our family of 5! We had plenty of space to stretch out in the incredibly clean room. Bri was beyond wonderful during the check-in process, and communication from start to finish was excellent. There's a great tiki bar & firepit available for guests to use, and our family enjoyed sitting out there in the evening. The location is an easy walk to downtown Manteo or around the corner to Shiver Me Scoops for some yummy ice cream! Great spot...we'll definitely be back.