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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948
  • Destination Fun
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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

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

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

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

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Destination Fun
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. Housekeeping is available on request.
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kill Devil Hills hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout 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.

The free breakfast at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a vending machine
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and a 1-minute drive from Destination Fun
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly John Yancey Oceanfront Inn. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kill Devil Hills hotel.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 motorised 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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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 Outer Banks, NC - Kill Devil Hills
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1129 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 424 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1737 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ANNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and updated...love the tub and enjoyed watch all the children having fun on the pirate ship on the parking lot...clean kid-friendly pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Loved the location just a walk onto the beach and places to sit overlooking the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love this Inn second stay in a month.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mabell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leilani

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s beachfront.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I booked a “Superior Room, Oceanfront” for our anniversary getaway. The check in process was easy, the room was clean and as described, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The view of the beach and ocean was perfect! We enjoyed coffee each morning from Sunrise Cafe while sitting on the balcony. Kill Devil Grill is directly across the street and other restaurants and shops are nearby. The pool looked inviting, but we did not use it during this stay. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Property that passed its glory days a long time ag

Location good Property condition very low Old building with the classic US-motel feeling.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

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

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great but the elevator was not working. Had to drag everything upstairs to the 4 floor. The young people working helped us. Will be back! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Would have been helpful to have a full length mirror in the room. I had unexpected allergy flare up in the room, not sure if this was a pet friendly room, or if there were just allergens/mold in the air. It was helpful that the a/c unit had a "dry" setting. Room was clean and as pictured on the website, thanks.
Room 328
View from room 328
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More maps and signage of where the lobby is
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

rebecka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a great overnight stay! Front desk staff was fantastic and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Relaxing Get Away

Had a Premium King Oceanfront room. Loved it cuz it rained a lot while we were there and we could still enjoy the view from the balcony as well as their beautiful pavilion beachside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and would definitely stay here again. The room was clean, the restaurant across the street is fantastic, and the seating area at the beach is a perfect place to gather.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service! Beautiful room! Super friendly staff! Will definitely stay again if in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Start your day @

Room was clean and spacious and right on the beach.I was able to capture a beautiful sunrise the first morning which I’m sure is a daily occurrence. Beds were comfortable and had prompt daily housekeeping service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well mantained and easy to navigate. The staff is friendly and helpful. Our party had a great vacation, although they would have liked an efficiency room instead.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

FARAHBAKHSH

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pictures on their website are nice but in reality is not good at all.when we did reservation they mentioned that there is a pool but the pool was in repair state. The view of room was not good and the room was dark; they gave us the worse room I believe, first floor and first room from entrance door.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ambre

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a repeat visit. First was during Covid. That visit was better than this one. Had issues that started the morning after check-in. Construction that was not told to us , we checked in late 1030pm and was woken up at 6am to it. Also had a issue that required me to have access to the room housekeeping was in room , her word choice could have been better and ended up in having to walk to other side of complex to use the bathroom that was not clean. The breakfast during the first vist was understandable considering issues but this is a few years later and breakfast was worse. Only protein source was hard boiled eggs, yogurt, or milk . Everything else was waffle or grab and go pastry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025