The Sanderling

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Take advantage of a terrace, a firepit, and a hair salon at The Sanderling. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and surfing. Treat yourself to a Thai massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a detox wrap at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and local cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include kayaking and beach yoga. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a tufted bench, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding glass door to the outside.

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster bed with a green throw blanket, a wooden floor with a geometric pattern, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

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

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outside deck.

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the desert through large windows.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

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

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A four-poster bed with a tufted bench, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding glass door to the outside.

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean)

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

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A four-poster bed with a green throw blanket, a wooden floor with a geometric pattern, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 468 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Ocean)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A four-poster bed with a white headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a large window with curtains, and a patterned carpet.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a view, and a classic wooden chair.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Patio (Pool)

A neatly made bed with a floral pillow, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a book and a phone.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Patio (Pool)

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

View all photos for Presidential Suite (Ocean)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a bench, and a view of the balcony.

Presidential Suite (Ocean)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

A living room with a sofa, two tables, a chair, and a small table with a bowl.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Ocean)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

A neatly made bed with a floral pillow, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a book and a phone.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

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

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

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a chair, and large windows.

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan Residence)

  • Resort view
  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans Residence)

A two-story house with a balcony and a covered porch.

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans Residence)

  • Resort view
  • 2550 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Residence)

A two-story house with a balcony, a deck, and a view of the water.

House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Residence)

  • Ocean view
  • 3584 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 18
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Pool)

A four-poster bed with a white headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a large window with curtains, and a patterned carpet.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Pool)

  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A two-story house with a covered porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Residence)

  • Resort view
  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small deck.

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Residence)

  • Resort view
  • 2550 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room, 4 Bedrooms (Sandpiper Residence)

A two-story house with a wooden deck and a covered porch.

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Sandpiper Residence)

  • Resort view
  • 2550 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 King Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A four-poster bed with a green throw blanket, a wooden floor with a geometric pattern, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Resort view
  • 468 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Duck, The Sanderling is on the beach. The Sanderling Spa and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Corolla Beach and Kitty Hawk Woods Reserve. Nor'Banks Sailing and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. Water skiing and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Duck travel guide
Map
1461 Duck Rd, Duck, NC, 27949

What's nearby

  • Two horses on a beach with the ocean in the background.
    Corolla Beach
    6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • A lighthouse on a pier at dusk.
    Duck Boardwalk
    10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
    Nags Head Fishing Pier
    42 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • The Sanderling Spa
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 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
  • Duck Donuts
    7 min drive
  • Tullio's Bakery & Cafe
    8 min drive

About this property

The Sanderling

  • Upscale hotel near Corolla Beach
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a firepit, and a hair salon at The Sanderling. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a Thai massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a detox wrap at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and local cuisine. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include kayaking and beach yoga. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area and 2 bars.
  • Additional perks include:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, a vending machine, and beach umbrellas
    • Beach towels, an elevator, and wedding services
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 129 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and mini fridges

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanderling have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sanderling?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sanderling on Oct 29, 2026 start from $333, 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.

Is The Sanderling pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 300 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Sanderling?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Sanderling?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Sanderling located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kitty Hawk hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Sanderling Spa, Tar Cove Marsh, and Nor'Banks Sailing. The Village Table & Tavern and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Sanderling Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 602 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent food and service and room and access to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay with great staff and a great beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best beach on the Coast. Great facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my wife and I had a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location on the beach and the property facilities encompass the Atlantic ocean with some beautiful dunes, beach and, Currituck sound Western side. Great balconies on most of the rooms with views of the ocean, a great Spa and world class Food and Beverage facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was clean and everyone was wonderful to us. I do think some of the outdoor stairs needed repair and maybe more outside lightning in the parking lot. It really was a pleasure staying here, we plan on going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just a spectacular resort! Quiet, beautiful views and wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The beach was awesome and we loved all the amenities. The beach chairs and umbrellas were top quality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Worth every penny. The staff is beyond amazing. Friendly, eager to help. The amenities were incredible - the beach chairs and umbrellas (the beach is clean and truly heaven), the adult pool so refreshing and the lounge chairs and umbrella are very nice. The food at Life Saving Station was incredible- from the service to the decor and food. I had the best omelette of my life. The sunset and sunrise was spectacular. And most of all - it is a true vacation….so quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Sanderling is a nice resort. It sits on the beach and has a great view of the sun rise in the mornings. The staff is very friendly. They will happily setup chairs and umbrellas on the beach for you. The resort is a bit dated. The fencing around the property is aged. The room was very nice and clean. There are a lot of dead bugs and spiders everywhere. The balcony sliding door has dead bugs in the slider which could use a clean up. We did not use the amenities like the pool, hot tub, or gym. There are two close by restaurants next door and across the street. The drinks at the outdoor bar were a bit outrageous. One virgin pina colada and one margarita was $40 with tip. Overall a nice resort but a bit overpriced in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and lovely room with beachy and fun decor. Chair and umbrella service is impeccable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Information as to No elevator and staircase to room should be listed . So people can ask for downstairs accommodation, I will say as soon as asked to be moved the front desk was very accommodating. I will also say if stairs are not a problem, upstairs room very nice with great water view , & fireplace . We loved our stay , very pet friendly, staff Excellant !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay at The Sanderling. We were pleased to see that the interior had been recently updated. We also appreciated free use of the beach chairs and umbrellas and found the outdoor bar very convenient. Our meal at the onsite restaurant was top notch and very much enjoyed our server. Overall a great stay - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb in every way! It was beautiful everywhere! The views were gorgeous. The room was clean and large. The bathroom was super, large, light filled, and more. The staff couldn’t be friendlier or more helpful. The beach was huge, fabulous! The quiet pool was perfect. We will be back. I wouldn’t recommend the life saving restaurant - it was fair.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Sanderling is an excellent resort that is well maintained and full of amenities. The staff is professional, friendly, and courteous. We had a fantastic king suite with an ocean view. Please be aware that the building does not have elevators, so we had to lug our suitcases up and down four flights of stairs to our third-floor room. Navigating stairs is also the only way into the main entrance, so be prepared to carry your luggage—not exactly ADA-compliant. Additionally, our room featured two very large TVs: one in the living room and one in the adjacent bedroom. While convenient, both remotes operated both TVs simultaneously; turning on the bedroom TV would cause the living room TV to turn on to its previous channel and volume level, which was frustrating. With all of that said, the Sanderling is still a wonderful choice for a beach vacation in the Outer Banks!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was impeccable. Friendly, helpful and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Smell throughout hotel was amazing!!! Very good! It just needs like a convenient food market,l like other hotels! we were starving after 10 and everything was closed. Pool Towels were an issue! And they should have the bar service brought to you at the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous setting
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The spa was very relaxing. The staff professional. Enjoyed my visit there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice property and friendly staff.. would def come back,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay! Love the adult only pool and hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

The spa area and staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice beach hotel in a nice city
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly Convenient to everything The food at both restaurants was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024