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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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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 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

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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

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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
(36 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
(18 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Blackout curtains, 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 curtains, 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 curtains, 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 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 cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and a 2-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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1184 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 430 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1810 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Place very clean and everyone was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & tidy - we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Great Beach Access, but Room Fell Short

The listing advertised that my room would have a balcony, but upon check-in there was no balcony, which was disappointing. The overall cleanliness also fell short of expectations, and the room had a noticeable musky smell. That said, the accessibility to the beach was absolutely amazing and made the stay worthwhile. I would definitely consider staying here again, but next time I’ll be sure to confirm that I’m getting a room with a balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Yance’s place (we started calling it that lol). Perfect for a few days with a 5 & 6 year old. We loved the playground and how close the beach was. I didn’t eat the breakfast, but it looked good. The only negative thing I have to say is we had a ground floor and I wish there was a more secure way to lock the sliding glass door to the patio. We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, mainly, Bud, was very friendly. I totally would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
Checked in and was not told about hours of the breakfast, where it was, hours of the pool. Room was average . Bathroom vanity was too small , not enough counter space. Let empty bag from fast food on the desk and got ants right away. And i wasnt on the first floor. Sand on the floor
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right on the beach. Amazing area to sit and watch the waves on and off the beach. Loved out stay, will go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what I needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for the value. Knowledgeable staff members. A very enjoyable stay. Will return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the access to the beach with BR’s available. Elevator was qustionable at times
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Stay for a Family!

This is our second stay at the John Yancey and we absolutely love it! It is so conveniently located near all of our favorite OBX stops and you really can’t beat the property itself- settled right on the beach, beautiful gazebo overlooking the water, a playground, pool, cornhole, tons of outdoor seating! We really love all it has to offer. For being a “beach hotel”, this is one of the cleaner hotels we’ve stayed in the OBX (and we’ve stayed at a ton!). The front desk staff are so welcoming and helpful! This is the perfect stay for our family and we will be back again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on the beach side this time. Loved our room. If you are shorter than 5’0, you might have a hard time getting into the shower. The walls to the tub are high. You will love the beach, we had easy access to get on the beach. Breakfast is always good. Definitely coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a water front view room. Reasonably priced with a stunning view. The beach is great. The staff are very kind. The room was very clean. Overall, just a great place to stay in Outer Banks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danica Ann, Milpitas

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time visiting the Outer Banks, and we were specifically looking for a place within walking distance to the beach. This spot turned out to be absolutely perfect. Our room was right in the middle of everything—the pool, the café for breakfast, and of course, the beach. One of our favorite parts was the little gazebo by the beach. Even when it got breezy, we were able to get cozy and comfortable there, both during the day and at night. We loved sitting together as a family, watching the sea, feeling the breeze, and just soaking in the atmosphere. It was such a great vibe and exactly the kind of much-needed break we were hoping for. The staff was incredibly accommodating and made us feel so welcome. Breakfast was always complimentary and well-stocked with everything we could want, which made mornings so easy. We had such a wonderful experience here and truly can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sylvia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We were not able to make it to this Inn that gave us such a hard time to talking to us because of the weather and the evacuation that was happening during the week. The place refuses to give us a refund for the reservations. We had looked forward in spending the 4 days at the John Yancey inn and with this terrible experience I don’t think I would feel welcome there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sravanikumari

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its right on the beach. Definitely recommend. Friendly staff. Especially Bud and Lily even displayed my birthday wishes on hotel board. Had a great experience. Breakfast was decent with many options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Son

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