Shutters On the Banks is a highly-rated hotel located right on the beach in the Kill Devil Hills area. Guests praise its large, clean rooms, many of which feature private balconies with beautiful ocean or sunrise views. The property offers private beach access, including a dune gazebo, making it easy for guests to enjoy the seaside. The hotel has both indoor and outdoor pools, both described as warm and enjoyable, along with a hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. The complimentary breakfast is consistently highlighted as a major perk, with guests appreciating the variety and daily changes that keep it fresh. Many guests enjoy dining on the covered veranda in the morning, which provides a pleasant atmosphere. The location is convenient, close to the Wright Brothers Memorial and other attractions, with easy beach access via walkways. Guests also mention friendly staff, although some note that front desk service can vary and early check-in is not available. The hotel is praised for its family-friendly amenities and cleanliness. Some minor issues include uneven concrete that caused trips and some communication inconsistencies regarding room readiness. Overall, Shutters On the Banks is regarded as a comfortable, enjoyable, and convenient place to stay, with many guests planning to return for their next visit.
Place was surprising cleaner than I thought and the breakfast was nice. The front lady was a little rude but overall it was a nice day. Not sure I would use this place again but it was nice being able to walk straight to the beach.
June 2026
Great stay at Shutters on the Banks! The rooms were clean, the location right on the beach was perfect, and the staff was friendly. A special thanks to Roshawn for the excellent service and hospitality—they made our stay even better. We’d definitely come back!
June 2026
We were here this past week - Very nice hotel - staff was very friendly. I had an issue with our room and Ron & Kiera went above & beyond to make my stay more comfortable. Thanks for everything!
