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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Destination Fun

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Interior
43-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Located near Destination Fun and Nags Head Fishing Pier, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn is perfect for beach lovers. Enjoy the beachfront, terrace breakfast, kids' playground, free in-room WiFi, nearby laundry, indoor pool access, and motorized watercraft.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

On the beach

This hotel is located on the waterfront and on the beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the sandy beach. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your trip is fishing. Notable activities close by include surf lessons and parasailing.

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What guests liked about the beach

The property offers direct access to the beach with stunning views and a convenient location for beach activities.

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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn is in a walkable area with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Jockey's Ridge State Park, while Wright Brothers National Memorial and The Lost Colony are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Don't miss North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC, 27948

What's nearby

  • Destination Fun - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Wright Brothers National Memorial - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Dick's Crab House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shaka’s Beach Bar And Grille - ‬11 min walk

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Family-friendly hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
Located close to Destination Fun and Nags Head Fishing Pier, John Yancey Oceanfront Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a playground. With amenities like a beachfront location and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, access to a nearby health club, and motorized watercraft on site
  • Barbecue grills and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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Frequently asked questions

Does John Yancey Oceanfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM.

Is John Yancey Oceanfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at John Yancey Oceanfront Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is John Yancey Oceanfront Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kill Devil Hills hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Destination Fun. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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