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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Destination Fun

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Interior
Beach/ocean view
Fishing
Front of property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | View from room

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
Location: 10.0/10 Exceptional

What's nearby

  • Destination Fun - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Surfin' Spoon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Family-friendly hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Located close to Destination Fun and Nags Head Fishing Pier, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a playground. With amenities like a beachfront location and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, access to a nearby health club, and a vending machine
  • Motorized watercraft on site and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does John Yancey Oceanfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

As of Apr 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn on Apr 29, 2025 start from $106.27, excluding 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 John Yancey Oceanfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is John Yancey Oceanfront Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Destination Fun. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1179 out of 1850 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 481 out of 1850 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1850 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1850 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1850 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Our stay was amazing we will be back again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, my family and I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the free breakfast was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and property was clean. Had a great experience and will be returning to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Watsamonphan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and will definitely return ..thank you so much❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room view was absolutely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are newly remodeled. Very clean and staff is super friendly. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with the beautiful rooms and loved the easy access to the beach via the lovely gazebo & ramps. We highly recommend this facility for a memorable stay on your vacation time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bhuban ban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying here and it was still perfect. Our room stepped right out to the beach with an amazing view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marifi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very pleasant. The room was clean and free breakfast is a bonus. For the price I pay it was a winner.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off season trip to OBX for April school vacation. Waterfront location was ideal. Close to many things we wanted to do!and
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place !
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shadow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was at our toes!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family loved staying here, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great updated hotel in the Outer Banks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025