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The First Colony Inn

Property class: 3.5
Historic B&B by ocean in Nags Head

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At The First Colony Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding are nearby. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this historic bed & breakfast include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$83 nightly
The total price is $94
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, and a bedside table.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a desk with drawers, a chair, and a window with patterned curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame and a white bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door with a handle.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, bedside lamps, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio (E Suites)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
6715 South Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • beach near Old Nags Head Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Full Throttle Speedway - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 12 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 115 min drive
  • Greenville, NC (PGV-Pitt-Greenville) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Grille in Historic Cottage Row - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The First Colony Inn

  • At The First Colony Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Outer Banks Beaches. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding are nearby. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this historic bed & breakfast include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

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-in/out available
    • 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 - 5:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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
  • 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
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

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-in and 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 with activities like boat tours, fishing, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. 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 19-minute walk from Outlets Nags Head and 4 minutes' walk from Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf.

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