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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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Interior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
43-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$56
$50 nightly
$56 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
  • Place, beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destination Fun
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(79 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

With a stay at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn in Kill Devil Hills, you'll be on the beach, just a 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and a 2-minute drive from Destination Fun. .This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Nags Head Fishing Pier and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Jockey's Ridge State Park.

What's nearby

  • beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Destination Fun - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Stop-N-Shop Beach Shop - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Destination Fun
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kill Devil Hills hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 108 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1195 out of 1825 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 433 out of 1825 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1825 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1825 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1825 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous!

We stayed here last year and were happy to return this year. We were not disappointed. Great location, wonderful room, staff is friendly and quick to respond. Our air conditioning went out and it was replaced and working while we went out to dinner. We plan on staying here again next year and have already booked. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mircea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What I liked:The check in staff was very pleasant and personable, the bed and pillows were comfortable, room was clean. What I didn't like: Room, bathroom, stairwell, elevator, and hallways need fresh coat of paint as well repairing some of the woodwork. Room smelled musty. Poor shower pressure. The complementary breakfast was not good. The pictures on line made the room and facilities look MUCH better than what they are.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Wasn’t bad
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place gave me what I needed "relaxation". The room was ok, looks are deceiving in the photos it's smaller not alto of room, the bathroom was not cleaned the way I think clean their was dirt in corners, the mirror had something on it and the shower curtain was dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying there really liked the beach access. Parking lot very tight but other than that it was great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Doug and Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cathy

Our room at the hotel was good. The room was clean. The view was okay, we could see the ocean. The maid service was excellent! The location was good. The restaurants close by were really good. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i had a great experience! super clean rooms and so many great amenities! the free breakfast was yummy and the staff was very friendly and attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Illyana Luna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beach Vibes All The Way

Very nice place, cozy and right on the beach! My husband and I had an oceanview room. I'll only warn anyone bringing open food or drinks upstairs, this will attract ants! Theres a large trash bin on the main floor I'd definitely recommend keeping the room clear of scraps out of courtesy to everyone. Water pressure in the shower was fair.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at JY! Clean, easily accessible, comfortable beds and great view staying on the second floor! Love the pool stays open late, and the bathrooms located by the beach so you don’t have to go back to your room. Only down side was poor cell reception in hotel room (I have Verizon and roomie has at&t) and even with the WiFi we struggled to use our phones. Regardless, would recommend and certainly stay again. Conveniently located across from kill devil grill, which was phenomenal but get there early the wait is insanely long-even for it being off season.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was spacious and clean. The beach access was only a few steps away and all amenities were up to date and exactly as shown on line.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Henric

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

The decor is very nice and the grounds. Love that the pool went 8 ft deep. The breakfast bar was nice as well, similar to what some of the major hotels do. I will definitely stay here again.
Right out the sliding glass door, room 502
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice and clean. The rates are reasonable. Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025