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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Outer Banks Beaches

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Nestled near Destination Fun and Nags Head Fishing Pier, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn offers a haven for beach lovers. Soak up the sun at the beachfront location, enjoy continental breakfast on the terrace, or let kids burn off energy at the playground. With free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities nearby indoor pool access and motorized watercraft on site.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on-site
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace

Room options

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948

What's nearby

  • beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destination Fun - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 21 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬13 min walk

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

At John Yancey Oceanfront Inn, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Outer Banks Beaches and Destination Fun. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking and parasailing are nearby. Also, Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Fishing Pier are a short five-minute drive away. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Fishing
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1972
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does John Yancey Oceanfront Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. John Yancey Oceanfront Inn also has access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around John Yancey Oceanfront Inn like?

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn is on Outer Banks Beaches, a short 18-minute walk from Destination Fun and 19 minutes' walk from OBX Laser Tag. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers direct and convenient access to the beach with many rooms offering stunning ocean views. (283 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were varied and excellent with attentive staff. (163 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near many excellent restaurants and dining options. (21 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful. Our room was great!
Tracee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, plenty of towels, pleasant staff. Bed comfortable. Great beach access. Great central location to restaurants & shops.
Elaine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Super clean room and nice variety for a quick breakfast.
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our second time staying this year and once again every thing was great
Angie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome and friendly staff that made check in a breeze and have provided clean rooms. It’s peaceful location which is conveniently located across the street from an amazing restaurant and easy beach access ! What more could you want?
Zephyr, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location, great staff and amenities. Loved our stay and highly recommend.
Benjamin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly. Breakfast was sufficient. Location and area surrounding were great. Rooms were well kept and clean.
Roberta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a nice quiet experience. The staff were helpful, and the rooms clean.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We appreciated the breakfast available each morning and the convenient beachfront location.
Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room waa clean and spacious.
Robert, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nice, staff very helpful
Eddie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Check in and check out was a breeze.
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We did not try breakfast next time we will
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay. Friendly and helpful staff. A clean room with NO disturbances. I will stay there again. :)
Charles A., 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, serene accommodations - Best of the Outer Banks.
Rick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, quiet and right on ocean
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place..enjoyed my dtay
curtis, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service (as we arrived late into the next morning due to flight delays and traveling), solid view from the rooms with a nice ocean view, good size rooms (had a fridge, microwave). Would stay here again!
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pretty room, comfortable
Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Darren, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great
Patrick, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room. Friendly staff. Great location.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely and clean. Front Desk was very accommodating. Fantastic access to many attractions, first and for most, the beach. We are looking forward to booking again soon.
Fred, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing breakfast selection! By far the best continental breakfast we’ve had.
Kayla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, clean and right on the beach. Check in was great, and it was close to dining and shopping.
LISA, 2-night trip