Escape to Tranquil House Inn, where a warm welcome awaits in the charming town of Manteo. Enjoy continental breakfast on the sun-drenched terrace or unwind with dinner at 1587 restaurant. With free in-room WiFi and electric car charging station, this haven offers convenience and relaxation.
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Pirate's Cove Marina - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
The Lost Colony - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 4 min drive
Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 124 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 12 min drive
Duck Donuts - 13 min drive
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - 10 min drive
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop - 2 min walk
About this property
Tranquil House Inn
Tranquil House Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Jennette's Pier and Outer Banks Beaches. For a bite to eat, guests can check out 1587, which serves farm to table cuisine and is open for dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Wedding services
Facilities
Terrace
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
6 stairs to reach property
Smooth flooring in room
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
Free local calls
More
Mobile key entry
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
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Special features
Dining
1587 - This restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
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Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Tranquil House Inn ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Tranquil House Inn ?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tranquil House Inn ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Tranquil House Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near Tranquil House Inn ?
Yes, 1587 offers farm to table cuisine.
What's the area around Tranquil House Inn like?
Tranquil House Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Festival Park and 3 minutes' walk from Outer Banks History Center.
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Tranquil House Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
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Service staff
Food
Restaurant
What guests liked
The continental breakfast was excellent with a good selection, including sausage in biscuits. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
Very nice property staff was excellent
CRAIG
CRAIG, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
Great property in general
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Great staff. Quick text response. This place is a must stay!
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Every staff member was nice and informative. This is a really neat place to stay in Manteo! It was easy to walk to everything down town from the hotel because it in the heart of the waterfront!
Landis
Landis, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 23, 2025
Wonderful. Close to everything!
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 30, 2025
Great, friendly staff. The hotel was awesome, excellent location.
Orlando
Orlando, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 7, 2025
Excellent. We loved it.
ruth
ruth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 16, 2025
Amazing stay! The amenities, staff, restaurant, and rooms were awesome!
Zachary
Zachary, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 26, 2025
The room is extremely cozy and fitting to the outer Banks as far as decor. The lady at the front desk known as sunshine was very pleasant and sweet
LAURIE
LAURIE, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 17, 2025
Absolutely beautiful hotel
With great friendly staff
They could not do enough for us
Will be back
Mary
Mary, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 28, 2025
Beautiful Inn
Beautiful inn with a great location!! Staff was super friendly! Restaurant/bar was also very nice and the food was delicious! Would definitely stay there again!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 8, 2025
Tranquil family stay
Nice quaint and quiet place waterfront.
Excellent service at the continental breakfast.
Didn’t have any interaction with desk staff and the desk is open very limited hours - but that didn’t affect our stay. Perfect place in Manteo
Carrie
Carrie, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 28, 2025
Nice place. The only complaint is the restraint and bar closed pretty early.
dave
dave, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 30, 2024
Great stay.
Karin
Karin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2024
Great location and staff.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2024
We enjoyed our stay. Nice breakfast and the rooms were spacious and clean. Definitely would stay here again!
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 21, 2024
Our stay at the Tranquil Inn was very enjoyable. The rooms were wonderful. Bed was very comfortable. The food was excellent at the 1587 restaurant. Location was excellent also.
Kim T
Kim T, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 2, 2025
Great for New Years Eve Celebrations
Page
Page, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2024
Love everything about this place!!
Leigh Ann
Leigh Ann, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2024
Great place to stay!
Wonderful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. Great continental breakfast and so convenient to the waterfront restaurants and shops. Great location in a lovely town.
Don
Don, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2024
Love this place! Stayed two years in a row and it does not disappoint.
Tamar
Tamar, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2024
We can’t wait to go back to this beautiful town. Tranquil House was amazing!
Lori
Lori, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 12, 2024
This place is a gem in the center of downtown Manteo. It is close to so many sites including quick access to the beaches on Nags Head. Accommodations were excellent and the staff knowledgeable and friendly.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2024
Enjoyed a lovely stay. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Perfect location for walking to shopping, food, and waterfront. Restaurant was fabulous as well.