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Summary of reviewsSanderling Resort Outer Banks is a highly recommended destination for those seeking a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. The resort boasts a stunning location with a beautiful private beach and lovely views, making for a picturesque setting. The rooms are generally clean and comfortable with large beds and side porches to enjoy a bit of fresh air. While some reviewers noted that the resort is a bit dated and some rooms could use some updating, the overall cleanliness of the rooms and the nice bathrooms were appreciated. The staff are exceptional, friendly and always willing to help, making guests feel pampered and well-taken care of. The pool area is fantastic with multiple on-site pools, including a tranquil adult pool perfect for lounging or swimming laps. The beachfront location provides guests with direct access to the beach, which is described as beautiful and lovely. Despite some minor issues, such as dirty windows and patios, worn-down towels and sheets and some criticisms of the waiting staff at the Life Saving Station restaurant, the majority of guests had a very good experience and can't wait to go back for a relaxing getaway in Duck, OBX. Overall, Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is a luxurious four-star resort that offers passable services, but the breathtaking beauty of the place makes up for it. Show more
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Room Types
Deluxe King This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Two QueensThis quadruple room has air conditioning, a wardrobe, a TV with cable channels and a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
Oceanview KingThe spacious double room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Oceanview Two QueensThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
Poolside King RoomThe spacious double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Poolside Two QueensBoasting a balcony, this quadruple room also features air conditioning, a wardrobe and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Premium King RoomThe spacious quadruple room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating, as well as a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Soundview King RoomThe spacious double room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.
Soundview Two QueensThe spacious double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.
Accessible KingThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. Featuring a balcony, this double room also provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Three-Bedroom HouseThe apartment's kitchen, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned apartment offers a TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and heating. The unit offers 5 beds.
Four-Bedroom HouseThe apartment's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious apartment features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 7 beds.
Caffey House 6 Bedroom Vacation HomeThe holiday home's kitchen, which features a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious holiday home provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 9 beds.
Poolside Lanai Firepit KingThe spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.
Poolside Lanai Firepit SuiteThis spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Featuring a patio, this suite also provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Three-Bedroom HouseThe apartment's kitchen, which features a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned apartment provides a TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box and heating. The unit offers 5 beds.
ApartmentThe apartment's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious apartment features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 5 beds.
ApartmentThe apartment's kitchen, which has a refrigerator, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious apartment offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 7 beds.
Premium Oceanview KingThe spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.
Oceanview Junior SuiteGuests will have a special experience as this suite features a fireplace. This spacious suite is comprised of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Sunset View Junior SuiteGuests will have a special experience as the suite offers a fireplace. This spacious suite consists of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Featuring a balcony, this suite also provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Corner Sunset View Junior SuiteThis suite's special feature is the fireplace. This spacious suite consists of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Featuring a balcony, this suite also provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Corner Oceanview Junior King SuiteThis suite provides a fireplace. This spacious suite includes 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.
SuiteThis suite's standout feature is the fireplace. This suite features a private bathroom, and heating. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
SuiteThis air-conditioned suite is comprised of a TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
SuiteThis suite features a private bathroom, and heating. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
7.8
Good
Location
Sanderling Resort Outer Banks boasts a stunning location that is highly praised by guests in their reviews. The beautiful beach and lovely views make for a picturesque setting. Guests appreciate the resort's location as it provides easy access to restaurants and shops in the area. The resort's private beach is a plus and guests love walking down to watch the sunrise. The rooms facing the pool on the 3rd floor are also a favorite among guests. The location of the resort is central to good restaurants and activities, making it a great home base for those looking to explore the area. All in all, the location of Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is a huge plus and contributes to its overall appeal.
Rooms
If you're looking for a nice place to stay during your next vacation to the Outer Banks, Sanderling Resort could be a great option. According to guest reviews, the resort offers some nice rooms with large beds and side porches to enjoy a bit of fresh air. While some reviewers noted that the resort is a bit dated and some rooms could use some updating, the overall cleanliness of the rooms and the nice bathrooms were appreciated. Some room issues were reported such as a lack of heat, inadequate room and transfer to a third room, but most guests appreciated the big, comfortable size of their rooms. Some guests also paid extra for an ocean-view room with a balcony and were pleased with the beautiful views and peaceful ambiance. However, some reviewers reported issues with dirty windows and patios, as well as musty smells or dirty walls in some rooms. Additionally, some guests noted wear and tear on the sheets and towels. Despite some room issues, many reviewers did enjoy their stay but some felt that the price was a bit high for the quality of the rooms and the $39 resort fee. To get the best room, it may be worth booking directly with the hotel.
Cleanliness
The Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is a clean and convenient place to stay with generally clean rooms and nice bathrooms. While some reviewers mentioned a few areas that could be improved, such as the older carpets and dirty windows, others praised the overall cleanliness of the facilities. Guests mentioned that the spa and indoor pool could have been cleaner, but the housekeeping staff were working hard to keep everything in order. Some reviewers pointed out spider webs and dirty patio balconies, while others described worn-down towels and sheets. Despite these minor issues, most guests were satisfied with the cleanliness of the hotel and recommended it to others.
Staff
If you're looking for a place that goes the extra mile to make sure that their guests are satisfied, then look no further than Sanderling Resort Outer Banks. This hotel is known for its exceptional service and staff, who are friendly and always willing to help. From Kathy, an outstanding server at KK, to the helpful staff who were incredibly accommodating, you'll feel pampered and well-taken care of.
While there are a few criticisms, such as the waiting staff at the Life Saving Station restaurant not being very friendly, overall the staff are eager to please and will do everything they can to make sure your stay is pleasant. The location is excellent, right by a beautiful beach and the accommodations are wonderful, especially during COVID times.
So, if you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation with great service and staff, then Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is the perfect choice.
Pool
The Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is a fantastic destination for those seeking a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. The hotel offers a variety of amenities, including a beautiful pool area and stunning beachfront location. Guests can choose from multiple on-site pools, including a family pool, indoor pool and a tranquil adult pool perfect for lounging or swimming laps. Many visitors appreciated the poolside beach umbrella and chair setups that made for a very comfortable adventure under the sun. However, some guests mentioned that getting towels can sometimes be an issue. Despite this minor inconvenience, guests praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating during their stay. The Lifesaving Station, while delivering good service, had some reports of dirty drinkware. Other than that, guests found the pools, hot tub and Jacuzzi to be a highlight of their overall experience. If you are planning a beach vacation and looking for an exceptional resort that offers relaxation and fun in equal measure, this is the place to be.
Beach
Sanderling Resort Outer Banks boasts a stunning beachfront location, providing guests with direct access to the beach. The private beach is described as beautiful and lovely with some guests particularly enjoying walking down early in the morning to watch the sunrise. Despite some comments about accessibility, many guests found the location super convenient, allowing them to easily head out to the pool and/or beach. The resort itself is on the ocean and there are even rooms with a tiny view of the ocean on the far corner. Overall, the location and beach were major highlights of guests' stays with one guest even saying "the location, the beach" were the top reasons for their enjoyable trip.
4 Star
Sanderling Resort Outer Banks is a luxurious four-star resort that boasts of beautiful facilities and excellent services. Despite some guests expressing disappointment from their stay, the majority had a very good experience and can't wait to go back for a relaxing getaway in Duck, OBX. The resort offers passable services, but the breathtaking beauty of the place makes up for it. If you're looking for a good place to stay in Outer Banks, Sanderling Resort will provide you with an enjoyable experience.
Yes, Sanderling Resort Outer Banks has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Sanderling Resort Outer Banks.
Yes, Sanderling Resort Outer Banks welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Sanderling Resort Outer Banks.