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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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Interior
A wooden boardwalk leading to beach huts with a clear view of the ocean.
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking the ocean.
A modern restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cooking equipment, and a television mounted on the wall.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach in the foreground, and clear blue skies.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is $283
$251 nightly
$283 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24

Explore the area

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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
  • Place, beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Old Nags Head Cove
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destination Fun
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of the sea.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible in the background.

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

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view, and a ceiling fan.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a view of the ocean through a window.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 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

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a view of the ocean through a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a bedside table with lamps, and a picture on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

A modern hotel room with a teal sofa, a wooden bench, a bed with white bedding, a small kitchenette, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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About the neighborhood

Kill Devil Hills

Located in Kill Devil Hills, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Destination Fun and Jockey's Ridge State Park. .This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Nags Head Fishing Pier and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Wright Brothers National Memorial.

What's nearby

  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Destination Fun - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Outer Banks Brewing Station - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Biscuits N’ P*rn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Morning View Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive

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

John Yancey Inn
John Yancey Oceanfront
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Outer Banks, NC - Kill Devil Hills
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1288 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 437 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1916 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its my favorite place to stay in OBX.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for a weekend getaway with restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, we've stayed here multiple times an will continue to
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always, qw enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent healthy choices for breakfast; great location being close to other businesses and restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super clean room. We can’t wait to book our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, it’s old but very well maintained. Rooms are spotless, great continental breakfast Staff is Super Friendly Best value in OBX!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind staff, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

My husband liked the breakfast and the room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decor was very pleasing, restful and upscale. Everything was just very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, plenty of fresh towels, friendly and helpful staff and air conditioning and other amenities all worked fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu had a wide selection of continental options. The rooms were clean and updated.staff was friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast adequate and room comfortable. The ocean from room view was spectacular
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aneel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. We booked oceanfront room and it was really peaceful and great view of the beach. Very close to restaurants and other stores.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the included breakfast was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable. Great view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Breakfast was good room was good and the beach is great. Will go back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Amenities
AC blew cold, beds were comfy, refrigerator worked well. Staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confortanke room with a great view. Centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff made our stay more enjoyable! They never disappoint! Love the beach gazebo to enjoy a cup of coffee while waiting for the sunrise.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel was excellent. We had a wonderful time. Thank you for the great price as well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice ocean view/cafe was great and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026