The First Colony Inn

Historic B&B within easy reach of Outer Banks Beaches

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November 2025

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December 2025

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Pool
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

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)

Children stay free
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Television
Garden
Terrace

$150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Tomorrow

Nov 3 - Nov 4

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Shower/tub combination

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Shower/tub combination

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool
Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi

$56 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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About the neighborhood

6715 South Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Jennette's Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Nags Head Golf Links - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Jockey's Ridge State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
‪The Dunes Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
‪Sam & Omie's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The First Colony Inn

At The First Colony Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier. 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

Hotel size

- 26 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

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

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

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

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)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite parking available only on request
- Free onsite self parking

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 9-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 10 minutes' walk from Outlets Nags Head.

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The First Colony Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently delicious and a highlight of the stay with a variety of options. (34 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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Popular mentions

Breakfast

Service staff

Room

Bed

Beach

Historical

Bathroom

Wines

Trails

Shower

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 2, 2025

Enjoyed my stay.

Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 13, 2024

Wonderful place to stay

Trevor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 16, 2025

Breakfast was awesome every day!!

Janet, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 16, 2024

Great historic inn directly across from the beach. Staff was wonderful and very accommodating- comfortable bed, hot shower and a great ambiance!

Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 3, 2025

Peace and relax

Juan G, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 5, 2023

A Great Stay

A very clean and quaint place. Nice staff and good breakfast.

JB, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 27, 2024

Beautiful older hotel with lots of local decor. Very nice staff clean rooms very non-corporate decor excellent location highly recommend it.

Teri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 15, 2024

Beautiful vintage hotel clean with modern conveniences.

Muriel E, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 19, 2024

Outstanding! We will definitely stay again.

Karen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 8, 2025

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

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 11, 2024

Amazing visit!

As always come here every year, awesome visit. Beautiful surroundings- very serene. Close to restaurants, attractions- private walkway to beach. Beautiful artwork through out the grounds. Service is excellent- everyone is very friendly and accommodating.

Darlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 20, 2024

Loved the stay

We were very impressed by all aspects of our stay. The king room on the first floor was perfect. Clean and comfortable room and bed. Beautiful property, loved all the flowers and plants. Complimentary breakfast was delicious. Loved not having to leave the property to eat.

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 15, 2024

Excellent manager.

Ronald, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 13, 2024

Nice place near Whalebone.

Nice breakfast and 3:30 happy hour (wine social). Has its own beach access. Very capable staff. Beautiful plantings. Lots of character and land. We saw bunnies on the lawn. Would recommend.

Thomas, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 21, 2023

The breakfasts and happy hour were great. Staff was super friendly and helpful. We loved the peace and quiet of the property. B&B is a little dated but one would expect that from a historic property.

Thomas, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 3, 2024

Tons of character

We enjoyed our stay and the staff was wonderful as well as the daily breakfast. The location is perfect to get to the beach as well as other attractions nearby. The rooms are older and if you like sleek new hotels this isn't it. But, it has tons of character

Barbara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 28, 2024

Nice property! Definitely need to vacuum under the bed in room 5.

Brandon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 4, 2023

This hotel is great value of the money. It's not luxurious, but it has a comfortable bed, a friendly happy hour where you can meet other guests, and an excellent breakfast included. The hotel is set back from the main road just enough so that the traffic noise isn't really noticeable (with the windows closed), and it has an awesome backyard and deck for chilling out after a busy day at the beach. We didn't get to try the pool because it wasn't open yet for the season. It's only a very short walk to the beach too.

Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 5, 2023

Get new or useable bikes please!

walter, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jun 30, 2024

Weird when staff can’t find beach towels for a “supposed” beach front property. Room was filthy, shower barely big enough to turn around in. Best to tear it all down and start over as The Second Colony Inn.

Gregory M, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 22, 2023

Beautiful property and we really enjoyed the breakfasts! The room was very clean. The only problem we had was that the tv wasn't connecting so we only got a couple of channels. One of the guys at the property came to the room to look at it, but I guess it wasn't something that could be fixed in a couple of days. We never heard or asked again about it.

6/10 Good

May 22, 2024

2 large air conditioner units directly outside our window were exceptionally noisy all night.

Richard, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 26, 2024

Room 21 was unimpressive. Upon entering, we saw that all table lamp shades were crooked and the room temperature was very cold. Not a good first impression. After settling in, found that the wind rattled the door (remedied with a washcloth placed in door jamb) and the bed was really uncomfortable and noisy. There were other notables (iron, ironing board, and shower curtain liner should be replaced and the refrigerator needs to be secured). The FCI is a jewel that, given attention to the details, would absolutely sparkle.

charee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 9, 2025

Returned 40 years later from our 1st stay, when it was in its original ocean front location, to this 2025 stay. Classic, historic, dedicated beach access, lovely grounds, lush landscaping and gardens, and a great vibe. Rocking chairs and porch swings harken back to the good ‘ol days. Wonderful breakfasts by Chef Georgia, with eclectic culinary creations. Just love this ‘old woodie’ hotel in the original classic OBX architectural style.