Testimonials

"Lady at front desk was very friendly and very helpful. I will be coming back."

"Excellent location"

"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. "

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"Awesome quiet place. Full of character. Excellent breakfast"

"Right next to the beach, this hotel has beautiful rooms, delicious homemade breakfast, and helpful staff."

"Georgia the woman who cooked the breakfast every morning was wonderful"

"Enjoyed my stay. "

"Peace and relax"

"This is THE place to stay. Elegant but not pretentious, First Colony Inn embodies an era of hospitality, leisure, and charm that's all but forgotten among the hotel chains and cookie-cutter vacation rentals of today. Fortunately, First Colony Inn is alive and well, serving as home base for an Outer Banks vacation the way it was meant to be enjoyed. The staff were all so kind and helpful, breakfast and the social hour were fantastic, and my room was comfortable and clean with a nice view of the ocean. The grounds have an air of peace and seclusion, but the beach is only steps away and there's plenty to do within walking distance or just a few minutes of driving."

"Love staying here! Always stay at least once a year!"

"Absolutely LOVE this place! The history and charm are truly unmatched anywhere on the Outer Banks. We’ve stayed here multiple times, and the staff are simply the best—kind, welcoming, and genuinely the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. The wine and cheese receptions, along with the fresh, made-from-scratch breakfast, make the experience even more special. Before we even left the parking lot, I was already making reservations to come back! Highly recommend!"

"Came in on St. Patty's weekend. No reservation, but what a gem this place was. Everyone was so kind. The lady at the front desk was spectacular. Can't wait to come back again. Have told anyone who wants to go to Nags Head needs to stay here. Thank you for a lovely stay."

"Breakfast was awesome every day!!"

"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."

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"Very quiet and great place to stay, staff was super friendly and helpful and come to find out they do weddings so might be a possibility for a future venue option. Overall absolutely amazing place with amazing rooms and staff"

"What a cute and historic inn! I just loved staying here. The rooms were comfy and clean. Being a history buff, it was fun seeing original artwork, antique furnishings, and historic photos. The best part was the staff! Laura and Pam at the front desk were so warm and welcoming!"

"A very nice historic place to stay. Clean room, breakfast very good and the staff was helpful. Thanks."

"Awesome place! Loved the charm and historic nature of the property! The check-in is self-service with a code to get in the room. I actually liked this as it allowed us to skip the front desk and settle into our room. We stayed in the Henry Rufoote room on the top level. Really nice and comfy. Only complaint would be that the shower was tight for tall folks. Beautiful views and plenty of wraparound porches to sit and relax. Definitely would stay again. While we didnt stay for breakfast, it looked great!"

"Always outstanding."

"Nice, well kept. Social hour!"

"Great customer service. Clean and charming room. Love the history of this Inn. Feels like stepping back in time."

"I just love this hotel. It is old school in the best way! Absolutely recommend. "