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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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Interior
Beach/ocean view
43-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
Exterior
On the beach, fishing

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
(38 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
(81 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(44 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 1.8 mi (3 km) from Jockey's Ridge State Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Nags Head Fishing Pier.

What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 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) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 7 2026 to December 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 1900 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 435 out of 1900 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1900 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1900 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1900 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was spotless. The staff to extra care ensureing everything was clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful stay!!! We were able to check in early since our room was ready and Bud at the front desk was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lavina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and beautiful. I loved the proximity to the beach. Unfortunately, I was only there for one night passing through town. I do look forward to be here again for a longer stay,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roque

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confortable beds and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confortable and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Staley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members are all wonderful! This was the perfect place for a cold January getaway right on the beach! We loved being able to sit on the deck right outside our door and enjoy the sand and ocean views! Breakfast was really great as well. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually leave good reviews but I’m very unhappy with my stay. At first room was nice, until we started seeing cockroaches!!!! The shower took about ten minutes to get warm but it never got hot! The sink in bathroom has gross blue rusty stuff on faucet. Breakfast is the same everyday but needs to be more careful about temperature, the ice baths only had like 15 ice cubes not even touching the bottom of the pans/eggs/milk VERY dangerous someone could get sick. The juice machine apple to be exact had floaters in it. As you can tell, the weather was extreme winter and winds it was under state of emergency. I asked the front desk should we be worried cause we’re not from around here because we leave Sunday, February 1 and the storm was supposed to hit Saturday around noon. I don’t know his name because he didn’t have a name Tag but he wasn’t very helpful he shrugged his shoulders and said you should be fine. Well, my husband and I made a judgment call and it was a good decision because that storm hit hard. And we would’ve been stranded. But what really hurt the most was when he said well if you’re checking out early, you know you’re not refunded. I feel like he shouldn’t have said that cause that was very rude the way he said it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spacious, well equipped and very clean. The bed was not comfortable. Why too hard, and I like a firmer mattress. The breakfast was great. Everything you need to start the day. The staff was very pleasant. I had to walk to another building, across the lot for ice. Our ice machines weren't working. Great location. Nice big gazebo overlooking the ocean. If it wasn't for the bed I go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were wonderful. Our room was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Asher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless rooms, courteous staffs, amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes to clean room and awesome staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Va
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, plenty of towels, pleasant staff. Bed comfortable. Great beach access. Great central location to restaurants & shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean we were impressed. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Slow time of the year to visit but the hotel is very near some of the best restaurants. Kill Devil Grill right across the street was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were extremely clean. Housekeeping came by everyday to freshen up. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff. Super clean room and nice variety for a quick breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean. Staff was accommodating, from front desk to staff in the breakfast room, although staff at check-in could not tell me where the closest Visitor center may be located. Seems like something they should know. Great location, very central to everything and beach location very nice with a wonderful gazebo overlooking the ocean. I might suggest installing some type of chain lock or extra lock on the door so you do not have to completely open the door if someone knocks. All in all, very good. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026