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Sea Ranch Resort

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
$75
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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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

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King Oceanfront Guest Room Higher Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 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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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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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

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About this property

Sea Ranch Resort

3-star Kill Devil Hills hotel steps from Outer Banks Beaches
At Sea Ranch Resort, relax by an indoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding.
Sea Ranch Resort offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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.

Sea Ranch Resort features an indoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This beach hotel also offers barbecue grills, a picnic area, and concierge services. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Sea Ranch Resort is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and noon.
Beachside Bistro - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

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

Reviews

Sea Ranch Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Devin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Some maintenance needed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Resort is somewhat out dated, but they keep it looking presentable. My major issue with this resort is first, we asked twice for room service to be performed during our stay. Never happened! Then after the 3 day we all started to get sick. And got worse theb longer we stayed in room. We left a day earlier then planned, causr we all were getting worse. After we got home, and sleep that night, they next day, started feeling better, abs the next day as well. I turuly believe the A/C
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous balcony views of the beach, moonrise and sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jiwhone

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is a good place for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and comfy. Conveniently beach access. Staff was nice mostly all. Outside a little dingy. All in all best bang for buck
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenny

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room 108 is horribly in need of updates, maintenance & a deep cleaning. We have stayed at the Sea Ranch Resort several times over the last 15 years, and loved it. Not this time! The room reeked of mold, particularly when the AC turned on. Made our eyes and throats itch, which subsided while out on the beach, but resumed after returning to the room. Realized AC issues are the likely culprit. The fan would run, but compressor only ran sometimes. Unit turns off & back on seconds later. Everything in the room, including bed linens & furniture felt wet. Socks were WET after walking on carpet! Never experienced this in other rooms at this resort, not even oceanfront rooms. Staff said TV was equipped with 2014 DirecTV box, stuck on 1 channel for 2 days. After the last maintenance visit, the tv wouldn't work at all. We just gave up! The bathroom door got stuck when closed, needing someone on the outside to help get it open. (Super easy to fix) The condition of the bathroom was the grossest part of the stay. The caulk around the bath tub was riddled with mold/mildew, and the once tan grout (visible in low traffic areas) is now black where people walk. And yes,it did come off. Tile needs steam cleaning. Sheets & towels were clean, and bed comfortable but our stay was very disappointing, nothing like our other visits to this facility. Realizing multiple repairs (including AC) were needed, we tried to move to another hotel, but no vacancies found at facilities that might be cleaner
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Room and appliances could have been cleaned a little better. Our balcony was right near the back steps to the porch - there constantly were people passing by and hosing off their feet/items right by us which made it a little uncomfortable. The natural gas exhaust was also right by our balcony which limited us from sitting and enjoy time on the balcony. The pool had standing water around the sides with green slime forming, some kind of drainage needs to be put in to eliminate the standing water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ralph

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2 star property at best. Felt like we were staying at our grandparents and we’re 60 ourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No AC in the room

The only good thing about this place is the location on the beach and the coffee. Our room window AC unit did not get cool enough to cool the room down at all. Maintenance checked on it and said there was nothing they could do and they gave us a box fan for our entire stay. It was awful and uncomfortable. It took 2 hrs to figure out the Harry Potter wizard spell between the two remote controls for the TV to actually work. I would not recommend staying here unless you like sleeping in a sauna
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, it was a nice place to stay. The AC was having some issues but it did work to cool down the rooms. A few minor issues happened but we could resolve them. Given that this is peak season, our issues were minor and staff did the best they could while serving so many other patrons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with partner
For the amount of money the rooms need to be updated. Could be cleaner. Patio door wouldn’t lock, phone didn’t work, coffee pot kept throwing the gfi breaker. Just not worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea Ranch was the perfect destination for our outer Banks Beach vacation! We were right on the beach and the private balcony provided excellent views of ocean. We even saw them set up for a beautiful beach wedding! The beds were comfortable and the facilities were clean. Staff were very helpful throughout our stay. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and my husband and I enjoyed! The only reason I gave 4/5 stars was because at the end of the night when I went to lock our balcony door, we realized it did not lock. I called the front desk and spoke with Thomas who gave further instructions on how to position the handle and turn the deadbolt to make it lock but that did not work and he stated there was nowhere else to move us. Had we not been on the second floor where i could’ve easily hopped over the rail without hurting myself i would’ve felt better but because we was so close to the ground I slept uneasy. Thomas assured me we were in the Outer Banks and would be okay but unfortunately that didn’t soothe my feelings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean but there were stains on the carpet and window coverings. The aree where you go out the beach was not kept up and the hose was broken. The biggest complaint is the lack of air conditioning. The air was broken our entire stay with the room averaging any where from 88-90 degrees. The owner of the hotel was not concerned and offered no reimbursement or solutions to cool the rooms down I will not be staying here again. I try to support local business, however, I feel like in a larger hotel chain the issues would have been addressed and we would have been refunded our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Delanco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel, Greenville

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davante

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025