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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$66
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Blackout drapes, 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 drapes, 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 drapes, 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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Kill Devil Hills hotel close to Destination Fun
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite 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 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.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Onsite self parking is complimentary. Guests can use the indoor pool and health club at a partner property.

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn has designated areas for smoking.

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

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1137 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 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

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was close to restaurants and ocean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was by ocean and restaurants. I didn’t care for breakfast unless you just like cereal and pancakes. They didn’t clean our room for 2 days so I had to ask for towels and trash to clean our room up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEVERLY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was one of the best that I have ever stayed in. Lots of room, kitchette, nice bathroom. Just a few minutes walk and you are on the beach. Very nice gazebo for looking over the ocean. Would return and stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I thought this was a great stay. It was right near the beach, clean, and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We decided to get an early start on our vacation. The room was clean and the staff was wonderful. I highly recommend the Kill Devil Grill.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Long walks

Elevator didn’t work our whole stay . Never seen them working on it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT, NEW HAVEN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun nice boardwalk to the water. Excellent breakfast. Bar across the street, the best!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie, edenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place on the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked location on the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Stephens City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a problem at times. It was also a bit tight to pull out of a spot. Floors in room were a bit sandy and dirty. one of the queen beds was lower on one side than the other. Otherwise loved the room
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here during our honeymoon and our stay was exceptional. Comfy bed and pillows. Very friendly and helpful staff! This was our second stay at John Yancey and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Augusto

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevator was intermittent. Luckily I’m healthy enough to climb to the third floor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lawayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alana

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

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pictures online are not the same of the hotel. The door frame you could see right into the hallway. Our window view was that of a dog pooping park! There was a bench rt by our window and the patio door barely locked. I paid for insurance on my stay and refused to give me my money back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From check in to check out was great. Enjoy the ocean view from balcony. Gazebo and seating on ramp to beach was enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location! Can’t go wrong with any of the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our third stay and it gets better every time. The best place to stay in the OBX with a laid back, personal feel. John Yancey goes above and beyond and is an excellent value!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025