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The First Colony Inn

3.5 star property
Historic bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
6715 South Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959
  • Jennette's Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Nags Head Golf Links
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jockey's Ridge State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Nags Head

The First Colony Inn places you steps from Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and within a short 5-minute stroll of First Flight Adventure Park. Highlights at this historic B&B include free breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Nags Head B&B include Outer Banks Beaches and Jennette's Pier.
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What's nearby

  • 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
  • Nags Head Fishing Pier - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The First Colony Inn

Historic bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
The First Colony Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The First Colony Inn. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nags Head bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1932
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
The First Colony Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features DVD players and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

This Nags Head bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • 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

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Is parking available at The First Colony Inn?

Yep, The First Colony Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The First Colony Inn?

Yep, The First Colony Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and parasailing. You can also find boat tours.

Does The First Colony Inn have a pool?

The First Colony Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8 AM to 8 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Does The First Colony Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full brekkie is offered at The First Colony Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The First Colony Inn?

No, The First Colony Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The First Colony Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The First Colony Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The First Colony Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 465 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
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

Suzanne

Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deryl

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Back in time

Wonderful time. Felt like we had been transported back in time to the 1960s, when service was a real pleasure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L Gill

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

wesley, Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cc
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Judy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

DENNIS, Great Falls

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in at 4. Front desk closes at 5. We arrived at 5:30. No keys left for us. Tried to call on phone by front door at hotel but it did not work. Walked back to my car to call on my cell phone. Nice people came back when we called to give us keys. No remote for TV. Texted managers and they returned with a remote.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Travelled with family
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

Ken

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great breakfast andv friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, historic inn. It’s old but it’s clean! Breakfast was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic inn. Clean, spacious room. Innkeeper left keys for us since we arrived after 5 pm. Only negative is that we wished coffee and tea were available downstairs for earlier risers before 8:30 breakfast. Keurig in room wasn’t supplied.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARY A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Alma the lady at the lobby is awesome very attentive, pleasant and amazing hard worker. Breakfast was delicious. The room was good just a suggestion they need to add blackout curtains for more privacy, and the streaming on the tv is very slow to other than that the place is in a very good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

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

charmantes Hotel mit vielen liebevollen Details

Sehr liebevoll gestaltetes, historisches Hotel, großzügige, schöne Zimmer, tolle Gartenanlage mit vielen hübschen Details und Pool, Frühstück im Kolonialstil( Büfett und einer täglich wechselnden und für jeden frisch zubereiteten, warmen Komponente). Toll auch Wein und Snacks am Nachmittag. Privatzugang zum Meer. Frei zur Verfügung stehende Strandstühle und Fahrräder. Gratis Steandtücher. Kleine Mängel wurden sofort behoben. Haben rundum wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne einmal wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

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

charmantes Hotel mit vielen liebevollen Details

Sehr liebevoll gestaltetes, historisches Hotel, großzügige, schöne Zimmer, tolle Gartenanlage mit vielen hübschen Details und Pool, Frühstück im Kolonialstil( Büfett und einer täglich wechselnden und für jeden frisch zubereiteten, warmen Komponente). Toll auch Wein und Snacks am Nachmittag. Privatzugang zum Meer. Frei zur Verfügung stehende Strandstühle und Fahrräder. Gratis Steandtücher. Kleine Mängel wurden sofort behoben.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding! We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024