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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Beachside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
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 | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
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 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Plaza Azteca Restaurante Mexicano - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Surfin' Spoon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Captain George's Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

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 with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, access to a nearby health club, and a vending machine
  • Barbecue grills and motorized watercraft on site
  • 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

Languages

English, Spanish

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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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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1143 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 442 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1764 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sybil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and awesome stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel.was very cleanand staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place on the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

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

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

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

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, I’d definitely recommend it and stay again.
Stayed 1 night 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

Rebecca

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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent visit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Very nice property. The property was central to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the homey atmosphere, the location, and the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry

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

Brooke

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

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Oceanfront Good breakfast Clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

8/10 Good

Gemechis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the beach, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture online matched the room. Staff was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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