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The First Colony Inn

3.5 star property
Historic B&B within easy reach of Outer Banks Beaches

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Property entrance
Beach nearby
Outdoor wedding area
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Escape to The First Colony Inn, a historic oceanfront bed & breakfast that offers a serene retreat. Savor full breakfasts, unwind by the seasonal pool or stroll through the garden. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

Direct Ocean Front Condo (No elevator) | Terrace/patio

Surf Side Hotel

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,002 reviews
The price is CA $205
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
Surf Side Hotel
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About the area

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6715 South Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • Full Throttle Speedway - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The First Colony Inn

At The First Colony Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding are nearby. Free bike rentals and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences at this historic bed & breakfast include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1932
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

First Colony Inn
First Colony Inn Nags Head
First Colony Nags Head
1st Colony Inn
First Colony Hotel Nags Head
The First Colony Inn Nags Head
The First Colony Inn Bed & breakfast
The First Colony Inn Bed & breakfast Nags Head

Frequently asked questions

Does The First Colony Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The First Colony Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The First Colony Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 8 PM.

Are pets allowed at The First Colony Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The First Colony Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The First Colony Inn?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The First Colony Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden. The First Colony Inn also has access to a nearby indoor pool.

What's the area around The First Colony Inn like?

The First Colony Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 5 minutes' walk from Full Throttle Speedway.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Gardens
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were varied and delicious, with many guests praising the quality and selection of food. (33 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient and short walk to the beach, with beach chairs and bikes available for guests to use. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were very good. Check in/out was foolproof. Room was clean
David, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property is very quaint and historic. This is definitely not your modern, run of the mill hotel but it is very cool. You feel like you are walking back in time to the 1930s and 40s. The breakfast was fabulous. Bed was comfortable and room was spacious. Access to the beach was convenient.
Christopher, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was awesome every day!!
Janet, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Lovely place

Service, breakfast, and cleanliness were excellent. Bed spring mattress and type of pillows could be better. Because of my back concerns we could not sleep here again for that reason. Also, no ice.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying here! Always stay at least once a year!
Ginger, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peace and relax
Juan G, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Georgia the woman who cooked the breakfast every morning was wonderful
Sarah, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome quiet place. Full of character. Excellent breakfast
Nicholas, 3-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

John M, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Old historic inn that has modern amenities. Very friendly staff, easy access to ocean and is very quiet. Love the place. Will definitely stay again.
Richard, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
Suzanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rodolfo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kirsten, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient, excellent service!

Very conveniently located, right off the main road near restaurants and attractions. The bed was very comfortable, I don't know if it was the fresh, beach air but I slept like a baby. Breakfast was eggs, biscuits and gravy, and they had a nice spread of fruit, yogurt, cereal, coffee, and many different pastries and breads. Excellent service.
Fabiola, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Deryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Charles, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Back in time

Wonderful time. Felt like we had been transported back in time to the 1960s, when service was a real pleasure.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service!
Douglas L Gill, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tbe breakfast area made it easy to enter act with other guest . Food was good. Rooms nice. Location was great and quiet. Great and different artwork outside nice. Garden
Walter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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wesley, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent breakfast included with stay. Location was convenient to everything.
Kristy, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

The grounds alone at First Colony are worth a visit. And we were fortunate to visit with Cary who has created and maintains the grounds. I hope you can visit his gallery. This was absolutely my favorite part about the Inn. His creations are imaginative and fun! The room was clean and comfortable. And the breakfast was a full breakfast.
Judy, 1-night family trip
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