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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches

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Exterior
43-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
On the beach, fishing

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 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
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(36 reviews)
  • 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
(18 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(79 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
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Junior Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

About the area

Kill Devil Hills

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Destination Fun with a stay here. Nags Head Fishing Pier and Jockey's Ridge State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destination Fun - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • OBX Laser Tag - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dowdy Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Nags Head Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • Biscuits N’ P*rn
  • ‪Plaza Azteca - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬13 min walk

About this property

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

Beachfront hotel near Outer Banks Beaches
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.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1972
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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
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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 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 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1213 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 438 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1851 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

2/10 Terrible

Howard

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved staying there the room was clean and looked new. Bed was comfortable, had a large shower. Breakfast was wonderful, It was a full breakfast. Many items to choose from. Great job to the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interior of our oceanfront room was very clean and renovated. There are various buildings with this complex, our building seemed to be an older building that the interior was renovated (2 story) but the exterior could use some updating…. There was a heavy rainstorm which caused a water leak to come in the patio door,maybe a roof issue…. Otherwise a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SATHYA, ELLICOTT CITY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very good and pleasant experience. Everything went smoothly, and the staff were friendly and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

10/10 Excellent

David, New Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was ocean front and view of water and sunrise magnificent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Replace the mattress

Quick access to the beach. The mattress was terrible. We both did not sleep well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

natalie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, hop skip and a step away from the beach! This is our second time here and we love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

chrystal

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Great location and amenities

Great view for the Partial Ocean View. Could watch the sunrise from the balcony each day. Easy access to the beach and great location for everything else in OBX. Included breakfast was extra bonus. The hall and room carpet along with the room furniture, though newer, was a bit worn though. Would still stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Partial view was pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Staff was friendly EASY beach access. A little dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean front room on the beach with a balcony that had 2 chairs and a table. We booked 2 weeks in advance. I think most of the rooms were booked months in advance.We got upgraded to this room because our room was not ready.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun yu

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice view of the ocean and fortunately did not hear pets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Zakiya

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

8/10 Good

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No but i work all week so i walk there after work
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room did not have a beach view, but it was a short walk away from the beach. Parking is free. Guests with dogs said the property was very friendly and welcoming. The staff were helpful, accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thu Thao

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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