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The First Colony Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers relax in sun loungers by the pool or enjoy morning coffee on the tranquil terrace with ocean views at this historic bed & breakfast

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The First Colony Inn offers a serene oceanfront retreat with history and comfort. Guests enjoy full breakfasts, afternoons by the seasonal pool or in the garden. The helpful staff makes lasting impressions, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The First Colony Inn is in Ocean Side Court, a neighborhood in Nags Head. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Cape Hatteras National Seashore, while Seaside Art Gallery and Dare County Arts Council are cultural highlights. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. With kayaking, parasailing, and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
6715 South Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959

What's nearby

  • beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Full Throttle Speedway - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • First Flight Adventure Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Outlets Nags Head - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jennette's Pier - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Creek Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The First Colony Inn

Historic bed & breakfast near Outer Banks Beaches
Free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The First Colony Inn. In addition to a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1932
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–8 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The First Colony Inn?

As of Jan 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The First Colony Inn on Jan 18, 2026 start from $118.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The First Colony Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The First Colony Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The First Colony Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The First Colony Inn located?

Located in Ocean Side Court, this historic bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Outer Banks Beaches. First Flight Adventure Park and Full Throttle Speedway are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The First Colony Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 469 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and staff were great! Rooms were great bed was comfy and the kitchen added and nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was awesome every day!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, wonderful breezy porches and charming grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent breakfast included with stay. Location was convenient to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic inn directly across from the beach. Staff was wonderful and very accommodating- comfortable bed, hot shower and a great ambiance!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Clean rooms in a historic building with awesome amenities! The staff is freindly, the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great trip!

We enjoyed our stay at the inn. The gardens and accommodations were excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service in a super location. Enjoyed our mini vacation very much. Very quiet and close to so many things, food, shopping, parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome quiet place. Full of character. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Georgia the woman who cooked the breakfast every morning was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Stay

A very clean and quaint place. Nice staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful older hotel with lots of local decor. Very nice staff clean rooms very non-corporate decor excellent location highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful vintage hotel clean with modern conveniences.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this beautiful historic building. The afternoon socials and breakfasts were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very good. Check in/out was foolproof. Room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Entrance side
Beach side
Nightly glow
Beach side
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and well maintained. Has historical charm. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, well kept. Social hour!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here!

One night, great people, very friendly and hospitable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First Colony

Great location loved how I could just walk right to the beach. Loved that they had beach chairs to take with as well. The property was beautiful and loved the free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute inn! The outside picnic and outdoor seating areas are cute and great to use. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025