John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
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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.
Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a stay with kids.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alan
United Kingdom
“Hotel staff were very friendly and efficient. The hotel was in a great location.” - Naomi
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
“Perfect location right on the beach. Breakfast was good. It was nice that they had a laundry facility.” - Mary
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.” - Roland
United Kingdom
“Room was great. Stayed several nights. Great facilities - walk straight onto beach. Good breakfast. Shower as come off beach.” - Jinu
United States
“Everything was good and organized in order to make our stay comfortable. The small play area for kids was icingbon the cake as we could leave our kid playing there while we were doing other stuff.” - Abby
United Kingdom
“Unbelievable value for money! Loved that we were on the OBX seafront! We came in the Easter hols so it was a bit windy but I imagine in summer this hotel is incredible being on the front! We came to Kitty Hawk/ Kill Devil Hills mainly to see the...” - Tracey
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent, right on the beach, good places to eat and drink close by” - Carol
Canada
“Right on the beach, and the room was bright and fresh looking. Lovely. Lots of restaurants in the area.” - Thierry
France
“very good room with first line view and direct access to the beach. Balcony in front of the beach”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
If you are travelling with children under 6 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
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.