John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

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About this property

The John Yancey Oceanfront Inn is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in Kill Devil Hills. This hotel serves a daily continental breakfast and has an outdoor pool on site. A microwave and small refrigerator are provided in every room of this oceanfront hotel. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are also included as well as in-room coffee-making facilities and a private balcony. A launderette is on site at the Kill Devil Hills John Yancey Oceanfront Inn along with a children’s playground. Guests will also receive free paces to the Outer Banks YMCA for extra fitness and recreation options. This hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from the Outer Banks Family YMCA and the Wright Memorial is 2.5 miles away. Roanoke Island is 20 minutes away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available at the hotel

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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Judith
United States United States
“This charming, old-style inn has two buildings, with the older one offering direct beach access. Our good-sized, clean room (509) featured a balcony perfect for enjoying stunning ocean sunrises.While not a 5-star hotel, it provides excellent value...”
Karen
United States United States
“Ocean front view, refillable water bottle station, quiet”
Siobhan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great value for money in an unbeatable beach side location. Has everything we needed, parking, A/C, TV, WiFi, swimming pool…. Self-serve breakfast was pretty basic but it was plentiful and the staff were lovely.”
Michaela
Germany Germany
“-> close to the beach -> we got a free upgrade, balcony facing the seaside -> easy check in and check out -> large room with cozy beds -> breakfast included”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hotel staff were very friendly and efficient. The hotel was in a great location.”
Naomi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I liked that there was a small, simple, yet plentiful selection of breakfast items, the staff were friendly on arrival and helped with any questions that I had, the location was amazing and with the direct beach access was amazing.”
Carrie
United States United States
“Perfect location right on the beach. Breakfast was good. It was nice that they had a laundry facility.”
Mary
United States United States
“This is the second time we've stayed at this hotel and everything was amazing. The breakfast was perfect and the service was very good, from two ladies who didn't leave any detail unnoticed. Excellent service.”
Jonathan
Germany Germany
“Great location right on the beach in a nice part of town. Very clean with friendly staff.”
Roland
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was great. Stayed several nights. Great facilities - walk straight onto beach. Good breakfast. Shower as come off beach.”

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House rules

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that late check-in is available if the guest calls before 21:00.

The pool is temporarily closed, and the expected reopening date is June 1, 2025. During the closure, we will provide access to a local YMCA pool.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.