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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Property class: 2

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A hotel room with a glass shower, a bed with a blue headboard, a desk with a computer, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading to beach huts with a clear view of 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

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is $66
$58 nightly
$66 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16

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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
  • Place, Kill Devil Hills Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nags Head Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, OBX Laser Tag
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • 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

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

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

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
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a bathroom door.

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
(73 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
(51 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 Jockey's Ridge State Park and Nags Head Fishing Pier. .This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Wright Brothers National Memorial and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Avalon Fishing Pier.

What's nearby

  • Kill Devil Hills Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nags Head Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • OBX Laser Tag - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Seaside Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 1334 out of 1957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 436 out of 1957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1957 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and room very close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Right on the beach, great for a beach trip gateway! Breakfast was decent, pool was good, area was quiet with a bunch of restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location on the beach, we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff, good breakfast. Room included a refrigerator, microwave, stove, and even cooking utensils!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay so much, extended the stay by one night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place right next to the beach with breakfast on the outside deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was perfect for what we wanted...right on the beach with a wonderful gazebo as well. Loved the pool too. The room was so retro and clean. Staff were very friendly & helpful as well. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, continental breakfast had good selections to choose from
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love this Hotel. People are nice, easy beach access, and overall great stay every year I go!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was perfect, price was very reasonable. Clise to many attractions. Stagmfff was very friendly and the free breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic room and walked on to beach. Good restaurant near by and Black Pelican excellent only short drive away. Breakfast was anazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, personable staff and close to great eateries.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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OK at the front desk was amazing and very supportive of the needs that I needed during my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The pool was wonderful for the kids. Outdoor bathrooms were perfect!! We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms. Awesome staff. Breakfast could use a little more variety but was good. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean properly, room was nice, we had no issues. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved it there and will try to stay there every time we go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient location, beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place on the beach. Easy access to beach and room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Staff very nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right on the beach. Everything was clean and well maintained. Breakfast available on site plus several restaurants and shopping opportunities in the vicinity. Pool area is nice too. We also loved the covered deck area for when want to enjoy the ocean view but don’t feel like getting your toes in the sand.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026