"Extremely Surprised by this Establishment - I typically prefer large chain hotels, so First Colony Inn was a little out of my comfort zone. From check in to check out, they exceeded my expectations. The staff was very friendly, the Inn, despite it being a historical building was exceptionally clean and it gave a homey vibe, while still having modern amenities, like keyless entry. Breakfast was staggered since there was a smaller dining area, but having a set time slot for breakfast was actually great for our family, to get us started for our day. We loved the location and easy access to the beach. The only thing I did not like was leaving!"

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

"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!"

"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."

"Breakfast was awesome every day!!"

"Awesome. Loved everything! - The staff, the Colonial decor of the room."

"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!"

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

"Peace and relax"

"Enjoyed my stay. "

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

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"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."

"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."

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

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

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"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. "

"Excellent location"

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"We visit several times a year. Wonderful place to just relax. Staff is excellent, food is always good. Close to several good restaurants. Short walk to the beach. Try it once and you will be back again. This is the place to go for Valentine's. Very special 2 days here, food and service is outstanding."

"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. "

"Wonderful historic inn for those who desire unique experiences. My room on 3rd floor (no elevators) was good size with lovely framed prints of maps and wild life, comfortable bed, arm chairs and desk. The small library on the 2nd floor provides a quiet place to read and work. My only real critique, although it always seems a nice touch to have a coffee machine in one's room, they make the worst coffee."

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"Charming place and in a great location"

"Back in time - Wonderful time. Felt like we had been transported back in time to the 1960s, when service was a real pleasure. "

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"Great service!"

"Rooms were very comfortable and nicely furnished. Beth provided an excellent service and met all our requests."

"I can't say enough good things about First Colony Inn. Comfy, clean, relaxing. Breakfast was so nice! I felt very spoiled here. The two staff members I interacted with, at the front desk and at breakfast, were the BEST! Friendly and kind, and truly went above and beyond."

"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"

"What a great hotel, with a VERY interesting history! Situated just one block back from the beach, with direct beach access this is an intriguing hotel. The many rooms are named after the lost colonists, that simply disappeared back in the 1500's (I think). There is also a great story of how the hotel was moved to it's current location. Our room was on the 3rd floor. It was clean, comfortable and very quiet. Even though we had neighbors we never heard them. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and thee afternoon drinks and canaps a nice touch. There are a few restaurants within walking distance but for me the location for dining was so so. The Wright Brothers memorial was about 5 minutes drive, as was Jeanette's pier. Everything else is a bit of a hike. Not a deal breaker but, because we flew in and did not have a car a different location may have worked a little better. In saying that if the beach is what you want you will be happy as Larry! They do have bikes and beach chairs for use, which was a very nice touch. Overall this is a really nice property with beautiful surrounds."

"Great place to get away and go back in time a little. Relaxing stay."

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"Clean rooms, friendly staff, excellent breakfast included with stay. Location was convenient to everything. "

"Exceptional - Beautiful, vintage inn with rustic, antique charm. The staff was amazing, friendly and helpful. With its short walk to the oceanfront, it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay."

"Great service in a super location. Enjoyed our mini vacation very much. Very quiet and close to so many things, food, shopping, parks. "

"great breakfast andv friendly staff"

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"We loved staying here! Clean rooms in a historic building with awesome amenities! The staff is freindly, the breakfast was delicious."

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"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."

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"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!"

"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."

"Outstanding! We will definitely stay again. "

"Perfect night get away for celebrating our anniversary! "

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"We have been coming here for years and will continue to for many more. An absolute gem!"

"Wonderful - Beautiful place. Loved rhe beach chairs and bikes. Not oceanfront. Breakfast doesn't start until 8 ... too late for me. (So early morning trip to Duck Donuts and 2nd breakfast later)"

"OBX Vacation - Beautiful pool area. Breakfast was great every morning. For sure, the best OBX place we've stayed at on our vacations. All good!"

"We enjoyed this beautiful historic building. The afternoon socials and breakfasts were very nice."

"It was like going back to a more relaxed, and charming time. We will definitely be returning. - Breakfast was amazing. The gardens were beautiful. It was like we were in our own little world. We played Korn hole. Having to leave was the worst part of our stay."

"The room felt like a bedroom more than a hotel usually does and helped with my relaxation. "

"Wonderful historic hotel between sound & ocean - Beautiful historic hotel. Did not expect hot cooked breakfast each morning & social hour every afternoon. Delicious! Comfortable accommodations & for being so old, very quiet. Did not hear the people above us. Short walk to the beach. Beautiful grounds & nice pool. Bikes, beach chairs & towels provided."

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"We will be staying there again! - Everything Nothing"

"Definitely will be coming back again !! - The breakfast was very nice. The server was very nice and friendly. The food was tasty. We enjoyed sitting in the rocking chairs on the porch , walking on the pathway to the ocean . The whole experience was like a home away from home. In general the bathroom was very clean but there was some mold/ mildew on the grout around the bathtub. I told the front desk . They said they have a special spray to solve the problem."

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"Wonderful - Afternoon social, and the very nice breakfast. The pool was great. Nice rooms."

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"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. "

"I had an exceptionally positive experience at this establishment. It is a historical site situated in close proximity to the beach. Upon our arrival, we were pleasantly surprised to find a wine social in progress, and a delicious breakfast was also provided for us. I highly recommend this location."

"Cute, charming place. - This property is a very charming little place to stay in the OBX. The property was very clean. It had convenient beach access with beach chairs you could use during your stay. The pool was nice. Rocking chairs, porch swings were spread out over the porch’s for you to sit and relax. There were a lot of amenities, we will definitely be back. N/A"

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"Exceptional - Very comfortable. Loved the antique decor. Hot breakfast. Wonderful staff. No dislikes"

"Lovely hotel with a great old fashioned feeling!"

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"Wonderful stay! The front desk attendant was very personable and my husband and I enjoyed talking with her. The wait staff was very personable and great as well. "

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

"Great breakfast, wonderful breezy porches and charming grounds. "

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"Wonderful - The design of the room was very quaint and cozy! We also loved the proximity to the beach!"

"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."

"Excellent manager."

"We cannot wait to visit again - Quaint, comfortable, beach across the street semi-secluded. Nothing"

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"Such a charming bed and breakfast! We enjoyed our stay! "

"Exceptional - Quaint, traditional beach accommodations near all the action."

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"Exceptional - Comfortable room. Didn't feel like a hotel room; more like a bed and breakfast. Great location. Easy walk to the beach."

"Retreat to a slower gentler stay - Great location. Clean rooms. Charming decor. Superb staff. Excellent breakfast"

"Great visit! - I loved the historic atmosphere and being so close on both sides to the water It didnt have an elevator which made it very difficult for our 3rd floor stay."

"Exceptional - Loved the location and the historical nature of the hotel. Stairs were a little challenging for those over 70, but to be expected in an older building. Breakfast very good. Stairs"

"The First Colony Inn is a lovely old property in a great location for visiting the Outer Banks. Our room was spacious, clean and well appointed. Buffet breakfast choices were very good and the hot option varied each day. There's a wonderful beach opposite the inn and a good selection of restaurants and shops nearby. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return."

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"Great trip! - We enjoyed our stay at the inn. The gardens and accommodations were excellent "

"Exceptional - It is an authentic inn. Very vintage."

"Beautiful property - The service was great, hot and cold breakfast everyday. My only concern was that the blinds, especially in the bathroom lacked the amount of privacy I would prefer."

"We loved our stay. Everyone was so kind especially the girl who worked so hard from check in and out serving breakfast cleaning table’s getting us ice. I wish I knew her name. She is a great employee and kind person. She deserves every cent of her pay plus way more. Breakfast’s were delicious. Short walk to the ocean. A very much needed getaway! Thank you for everything!"

"Loved it. Would definitely go back. - Garden!! Walkway to the beach."

"Wonderful - Nice place staff was nice No ice machine outside to get on your own"

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"It’s a lovely old hotel. The grounds are very pretty and whimsical. Staff is very helpful. - Liked everything. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Nothing"

"The property is nice and well maintained. Has historical charm. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again."

"I loved everything about my stay from the pleasant staff , delicious breakfast, and comfortable room! - Love the wrap around porch that you can enjoy sitting on watching the sunset. The breakfast was delicious and different every morning and the afternoon wine and charcuterie hit the spot!"

"Exceptional - We love the place. Except for the mattress. Little uncomfortable."

"Exceptional - Excellent room, great size and view"

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"Celebrated our anniversary this weekend. Took pictures around the beautiful property. Staff is amazing. We’ll be back!"

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"Great rest when on a road trip. "

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"Beautiful vintage hotel clean with modern conveniences."

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"Great service. Great breakfast. Just a 1 min stroll to the beach. Great area around the inn. Very comfortable seating around the property and on the balconies. Close to everything!!! "

"Unique Stay Worth it - The bed was comfy, the room clean and place was charming. The breakfast and the individual serving where excellent. Noted that they lend chairs and cooler to those staying if they need it an awesome feature and the unique art out back went with the atmosphere. they also have bikes. Will recommend to all."

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"Wonderful place to stay"

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"Authentische Übernachtung auf den Outher Banks Authentische Übernachtung auf den Outher Banks - Historisches Ambiente des Hotels - man fühlt sich in die 1930er Jahre versetzt. Mit tollen alten Möbeln eingerichtet. Tolles Frühstück für ein Hotel in den USA. Schöner grosser Garten Nichts "

"Exceptional - we loved the breakfast. Loved the attention by our host Alma, Our only short/falll was finding out we were on the third floor. We found upon our arrival, if returning to call direct and not use intermediaries, liking Book.com, etc.. We won't !. Other then that glitch, we enjoyed our stay."

"A surprising place to stay at the beach. - That it is historic and comfortable at the same time. Couldn’t see the ocean."

"Loved everything about it!! - Breakfast was very good, with plenty of options, staff was always helpful. The location was good, not to far from restaurants, shopping, or attractions. Can't think of anything we didn't like."

"Wonderful - Location was good and breakfast was very good! Heat unit blew out cold air. It was chilly in the room."

"Wonderful - The breakfast was wonderful I loved it my family loved it as well I would I to come back soon as I can I loved everything"

"A historic gemwith access to the beach. - Great stay in an old classic hotel with big rooms, antiques, a library room, a private yard for guests, nice breakfast, and a great hostess (Alma)."

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"Wonderful experience!! An amazing part of history with clean and comfortable rooms!! The afternoon charcuterie board and wine were a nice bonus! Breakfast was homemade every morning and was very satisfying! Staff really treated us well and were also vey willing to talk about the history of the property! We will alway have fond memories of this stay and highly recommend this to anyone wanting to stay in this cozy and comfortable inn!!"

"Exceptional - This is a lovely inn and the lady who runs everything... omg she's amazing! & the champagne & dessert was perfect for our anniversary!"

"A gem in Nags Head with great rooms and super location. - Service was great by the staff member taking care of the guess. Excellent service from her. Breakfast was outstanding!!!! Thank her again please. Wish we did not have to leave."

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"Looking forward to stay at First Colony Inn on my next trip to the Outer banks. - First Colony Inn is beautifully decorated with old style furnishings. The grounds are well maintained and walking distance to the beach. The room was well designed to suit a comfortable stay. Booked the king bedroom suite. The mattress could be firmer."

"We loved the old school vibe of this place. The staff was very friendly and breakfast was delicious. Enjoyed the wine social while taking in some sun on the grounds of the Inn. The beach chairs and bikes are a nice benefit. Quick walk to the beach"

"Super cute inn! The outside picnic and outdoor seating areas are cute and great to use. Would definitely recommend"

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"Great Breakfast! Clean! Older facility with Antique furniture. Had towel warming rack in bathroom. Toilet and tub were very low if you have issues getting back up. I loved it and would definitely go again. had chairs outside your room on the porch to sit and look over the gardens and outdoor pool. Only thing that would make it better was an oceanview. You could hear the ocean but not see it. Great stay would stay again. "

"Exceptional - Breakfast and afrernoon social hour were awesome! The hot tub was disappointing"

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

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"Stay here! - One night, great people, very friendly and hospitable!"

"Cant wait to visit again! - Great location, great breakfast and host and a beautiful inn! The shower pressure could be better."

"OBX R&R getaway - Hostess was absolutely amazing!!. Breakfast was amazing. Afternoon wine & cheese spread amazing. Grounds and Room were awesome. Private beach access. We were there during off-season, so it was very quiet, which is what we wanted. 1000% loved it. There wasn't anything to dislike. The nightlife nearby was very limited, since a lot of businesses were closed for off-season, but we managed. This had nothing to do with the hotel, whatsoever."

"This is the 5th time we have stayed there over the years & we will return again."

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"Get new or useable bikes please!"

"Es hat uns gefallen und wir können diesen speziellen Ort weiterempfehlen! Es hat uns gefallen und wir können diesen speziellen Ort weiterempfehlen! - Das Flair des Hauses ist toll. Es ist sehr nahe zum Strand und auch die Umgebung des Hauses ist schön und gepflegt und läd zum Verweilen ein. NAchmittags gab es ein Apéro-Buffet mit Wein und Käse und hauseigenem Gebäck. Das Frühstück war auch vielseitig mit frischen Früchten und allerlei feinen Sachen. Das Zusatzbett war nicht so toll (Plastikbezug), doch für eine Nacht war es okay. Schade war auch, dass man nirgends etwas zu trinken kaufen konnte im Haus. Es war alles zugesperrt. "

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"Exceptional - Breakfast was delicious! 40s music in dinning room was a pleasant touch for the 1932 property. Shower curtain"

"I liked the breakfast and afternoon social. I think the room needs a bench upon which suitcases can be placed. Also the bathroom needs a table to place miscellaneous toiletries. Drapes at all the windows would provide more privacy. Right now there are blinds but they don’t hang close enough to the window."

"Muy buen servicio"

"Excellent place for couples to stay "

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"Loved my stay at First Colony Inn! The property is beautiful and it has a great path to the beach which is wonderful. Breakfast is very nice and so is the afternoon wine and snacks selection. This place is highly recommended if you’re planning a trip to The Outer Banks. "

"Quaint place to stay, very comfortable. The first-class breakfast was an unexpected plus. We will return!"

"A Great Stay - A very clean and quaint place. Nice staff and good breakfast."

"Little gem - Spent one night here for a quick getaway. Would absolutely stay there again. Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly. Beautiful grounds and all very relaxing. Breakfast was excellent. There is a dedicated path to the beach. Beds were comfortable. My only very minor complaint would be there is no extra blanket in the room and we were a little chilled from walking on the beach in the evening."

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"Enjoyed everything so much. We'll definitely come back! - Our shower liner was very moldy, but we let them know and they immediately had us a new one."

"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."

"Lovely but web site really needs to explain no elevator & when picking rm what floor located on - Very nice, laid back & comfortable The 3 rd floor walk up, was a little too much and was not explained on web site when picking rooms had I brought my 78 yr old mother this would have been a real problem"

"The place was really pretty and nice."

"First Colony is much more than just a place to sleep; it’s a retreat. - Breakfast was a cut above most hotels. The pastries were very good, entrees original and freshly-made, and service quick. Not a thing. Everything was just rightz"

"Peaceful & relaxing. - Breakfast was delicious, associated fruits, & pastries everyday. Great cook, he made something different everyday . Nothing."

"Wonderful - It was very peaceful and quiet. The room was beautiful, and the facilities overall were clean and comfortable. The beach access is private. However, it's across the beach road. The online write-up did not make that clear. Additionally, the stairs to the beach were not well maintained, steep, and covered in sand. It was almost impossible to climb the stairs and carry my items needed for the beach."

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"very quaint, quiet, full of nature on the property with respectable rooms and staff. breakfast option was very good and fulfilling as well."

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"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. "

"Exceptional - Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with friendly service"

"Lovely stay - It was a wonderful stay. Very friendly staff, delicious breakfast, and great location. I would definitely come back. "

"ממליצים בחום - המלון בנוי בבית לשימור, החדרים מקסימים, גישה נוחה לחוף הים, בריכה מקסימה. הבעלים מקסימים, זמינים לכל בעיה, ארוחת בוקר נחמדה עם אופציה לקחת לדרך. ממליצים בחום רב "

"A lovely oasis in the Outer Banks. Friendly staff, great breakfast!!"

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"First time stay, a real gem, highly recommend - A delicious prepared entree as well as abundant continental delights Not enough time to stay longer"

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"Going back in time however best bed we have slept in a long time. - The breakfast was fabulous!! The evening wine and cheese was so unexpected I took a white noise machine since the road noise from the front is something that was stated in another review. Windows are not noise proof due to age of 1932 building even though it has been updated The building and ground are fabulous but the staff is all about you and not their cell phones!!!"

"Wonderful - It was a good location for the beach and local restaurants and bars. The breakfast was a nice addition to the start of my day. I enjoyed having the social hour even though I didn’t really interact with many people. I would have preferred a more comfortable chair to sit in in my room and because I was on the 3rd floor I felt like using the chairs on the other levels was taking away from those people who’s rooms were there."

"Great stay at an historic Nags Head Inn. This facility is an historical landmark. - Great breakfasts every morning with hot and cold offerings. The social hour every day offered wine and a good selection of food pairings to go with the wine. The atmosphere was laid back and a refreshing break from the traditional big box facilities. Staff was awesome! Stay was great but we had to change rooms 2 days into our stay due to a booking mix up."

"Wonderful - The place had a lot of character and the Staff were very pleasant and helpful. You could tell they love what they do."

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"old style yet well maintained. "

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"Exceptional - It was our first time travelling to Nags Head. We contacted the property prior to arrival regarding our booking. The staff was very helpful and went out of their way to try to accommodate our room requests. The beds were extremely comfortable and the rooms were spacious and clean (a definite plus after many hours of travel time)! There was also a desk in each of our rooms which was helpful for our daughter who needed to complete some remote schoolwork. A delicious breakfast was included with our stay and we appreciated the attention to scheduling that the property took to ensure guest safety. Each party was assigned a specific dining time to minimize capacity. During breakfast a staff member even took the time to answer our questions about the property and its interesting and rich history. We mentioned that we had to check out very early the next day and would miss breakfast and we were given homemade muffins for our trip. A kind gesture! The grounds were beautiful with hammocks, bikes, interesting sculptures and gardens and it was a short walk from the back grounds of the building to the beach. We wish we could have stayed longer and our family would return to this property in the future as it was a great location in Nags Head that checked all the boxes for us-clean, comfortable, near the beach and a family friendly location. There isn't much we didn't like. Our bathrooms both had pedestal sinks which made it a little difficult to do hair and makeup for an event we were headed to. The office is closed in the evening unlike a traditional chain hotel. However, the staff can be contacted in the event of an emergency."

"Amazing. Will be back! - This place is phenomenal. I adored the vintage vibe and beautifully maintained grounds. I love that the rooms have small kitchenettes, the bikes and ample seating throughout the property that really let you enjoy the sun. Literally everything was gorgeous and only a stones throw to the beach. My one concern was the bedding. The bed wasn’t too bad but the pillows were so hard that I woke up with a cramp in my neck. The pillows were just not comfortable."

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"Exceptional - Food was good and, in particular, the later afternoon cheese and wine (and other) was a really welcome touch. The grounds of the inn are very pretty. I wish the pool had been open, but it was too early in the season and the inspection had not yet been done. Access to the beach was easy and the beach was beautiful. The staff were incredibly helpful and responsive. We would definitely stay here again. Really nothing. The inn and its staff are exceptional."

"Beautiful gardens and outside deck. The room was large and spacious. Bathroom was great and shower nice. We could not stop talking about the comfortable bed - unreal. I did not want to get up each morning. The only secondary icee of puzzle was breakfast. This may be due to Covid but we were last shift in dining room each morning and food was never hot. Again as the situation improves, we hope then I would work on this. All else top notch. Comfortable historical beach inn. "

"Location, breakfast, staff"

"Exceptional - Nice breakfast and library The bed was too short, I am 6 ft 4 inches."

"Exceptional - I loved the beach access path that I used every morning to watch the sunrise from the beach. It was an amazing experience and will miss doing that after my trip. I enjoyed the daily breakfast and social hour treats and wine; the staff were very friendly and my room was very comfortable and I had a very relaxing, deep sleep each night (except for the last night of my stay due to the family next to my room #1). Perhaps the hotel should consider booking families with small children on the first floor but not next to a solo traveler such as me who was trying to get away for rest, relaxation, restoration and peaceful sleep. But overall, I loved staying at First Colony and plan to return on my next trip to the OBX. The last night of my trip, the family next door were very noisy and loud after 9:30 pm when I was trying to get in my evening meditation on my last night at this amazing place. The family were screaming and yelling, banging things against the wall, their child screaming and crying. They finally stopped right before 11 p.m. People are so rude and inconsiderate of other travelers who are on vacation and trying to have a peaceful night, peace from their day to day lives. People who can not control their children and respect the noise rules should stay home or be charged additional fees for the inconvenience of others."

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"Our room was very cozy. The location was in a great spot. However, the breakfast service was overwhelming. They only had one person that was handling breakfast service and the front desk. I really hope they can get more help, this can be very stressful for one person to handle. Overall we enjoyed our stay. "

"Very clean, nice rooms. Close to the beach. Overall, great experience. I plan on coming back soon! "

"Nicest I've found in OBX - I really enjoyed staying at the First Colony Inn. I've had occasion to travel to Nags Head 4 times for overnight stays in the last two months. First Colony is my favorite thusfar."

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"Nags Head treat - Excellent location with dedicated walkway to the beach. Lovely and expansive grounds. Huge wraparound porches with rockers. Very comfortable room. Windows were painted shut although there were screens. And no screen door so fresh air was difficult with lights on due to potential bugs."

"Exceptional - This is such a cozy little inn! The room was very clean and comfortable, and the staff was very attentive and friendly. The "to go" breakfast was wonderful too!"

"Truly unique experience! - This place is beautiful and super close to the beach, food, and shopping. If you’re looking for a place to spend a few days at the beach, this is it!"

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

"Very nice historic building with clean and comfortable rooms. It's just across the street from the beach and near a lot of different restaurants. Not for people who like to sleep in, though. As an older building, you can hear people walking above you or outside. The rooms don't have curtains, so it can be quite bright in the morning."

"Exceptional - This is my 2nd time staying here and it will continue to be my go-to stay when in Nags head. I’ve only stayed in the off season. I love the homemade breakfast. They have a to-go option because of Covid but also you could dine in if wanted at certain times for social distancing. The rooms and inn have a unique, cozy, historical charm to it. If you have an issue with noise, bring ear plugs. You can hear the traffic outside, but it makes sense because this inn was once in front of the ocean so that was ideal. Otherwise nothing. Great place."

"Wonderful - There are no comments available for this review"

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

"Our first stay of many more to come! When we checked in, the warm hospitality given to us was instantly a home run - the staff was so friendly and excited to have us ... the personalised print out of a welcome letter and the wine bar was spot on after a five hour drive from! The room was amazing, with plenty of room we had a separate day bed for our son and so well decorated, the antique furnishings were a definite charm! The breakfast was amazing, it was really well presented, the food was delicious and just the right amount and most importantly the young lady serving us was just so precious and kind - she really took great care of the family and had such a wonderful attitude! When we misplaced my wife’s wedding ring, they all took such great care of us, help us search the entire place until we found it - all that extra hard work from the staff and they all kept a positive attitude! "

"Excellent stay for a get away. - The take out breakfast was excellent & staff was very helpful. Only complaint I have is I could not turn the tv from the bed. I had to get up in order to turn it."

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"A wonderful time! - The facilities were great! Great view of the beach. Loved sitting out on the porches. Due to Covid guidelines, the breakfast was put in carry out boxes so it was cold. It was good but could have been better. That was due of course to the times we are in right now."

"Much needed, relaxing, safe stay in Nags Head - 1st time traveling during Covid and not sure what to expect. The First Colony Inn exceeded our expectations with cleanliness. They had the breakfast down to a science (and it was a much enjoyed hot breakfast along with great coffee), wine in the afternoons which included different appetizers. They have a library on site, no charge for their bicycles (nice bike path for use), private walkway to beach which was never crowded and a pool. We enjoyed the multiple sittings areas and the garden. We stayed in the Richard Kemme room (16) which had two doors. Enjoyed the extras--heated towel rack , jacuzzi tub, Green Mountain coffee, porch swings. Also, hand sanitizer, masks and social distancing was commonplace and much appreciated. Thank you First Colony Inn for providing us with peace of mind during these challenging times. Absolutely nothing. All 6 nights were great!"

"Exceptional - Great breakfast"

"A beautifully maintained B&B - My family truly enjoyed the clean, conveniently located B&B. We stayed for one full week. The hot breakfast was awesome. Every morning, the breakfast provided was different from the previous morning’s breakfast and really delicious. The staff members were all very professional and they were doing an excellent job keeping the facilities sanitized during the COVID-19 pandemic . It also has its own private entrance to a beautiful beach and there is a very nice pool on the property. It’s close to the National Shoreline and the other attractions in OBX are only a short drive away. We loved it! Everything was perfect"

"very nice - Loved the pool, the beach and the location"

"Would definitely stay again - Did not have breakfast option NA"

"Wonderful - Very quaint. Had a true bed and breakfast feel. Excellent grounds and vicinity to beach. Loved all the different places to sit outside, the gardens are beautiful. Teen sons had plenty to do. Very convenient for restaurants as well. Because it’s an historic building you can hear people walking above you. Just select top floor to resolve that issue."

"Wonderful "

"Great stay, really enjoyed. - Breakfast was lame because of COVID, but understandable."

"Great - Love it"

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"Exceptional - The grounds were beautiful . We actually stayed an extra night and they worked it out do we wouldn’t have to move Was across the street from the ocean with no view of the ocean"

"Quiet with beautiful grounds. Excellent staff and super clean Can't wait to come back.. "

"Wonderful - There are no comments available for this review"

"So cute and quaint. Very easy checkin/out process and very close to the beach! "

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"Very comfortable, private and quiet Inn. Nice pool, used the bikes (there’s a bike trail along the beach road). Due to COVID, the breakfast was take out rather than sit down. Wish we could’ve stayed longer; will defstay again!!"

"Just book it! - Look no further! If you can get a room, just book it. You will not be disapointed."

"The colony Inn is beautiful however the help was not Informative or professional. - I love the Inn it was very clean and really enjoyed the pool because it was too hot at the Beach. The Attendant at the front desk. Who was very vague and did not even explain anything about the Colony Inn did not go out of her way at all to accommodate us. She was not helpful she did not market the place at all.we were confused about breakfast she did not Take the time to explain how they were serving breakfast during Covid. In the morning walked into the breakfast area. I was trying to figure out how they were serving breakfast and she quickly said you cannot be here while we’re making breakfast And did not explain or take any time to help me very disappointed."

"Exceptional - Awesome landscaping and upkeep"

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"Great Stay - We love this place and come back often. The staff is great and the place is very comfortable. Food was good for a to go type set up due to COVID-19 but another great stay. Love location to the beach and shops."

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

"Road Trip 2020 - Great stay and the facility was an awesome experience. "

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

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"Wonderfully relaxed stay at the beach! - COVID 19 precautions were absolutely flawlessly executed."

"Everything was superb and to our liking - The best place to stay in Outerbanks for the money Breakfast was impersonal"

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"Exceptional - It’s such a beautiful and relaxing place"

"Quiet, clean and comfortable - Excellent visit. The beds are very comfortable and everything was extremely clean!"

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

"Exceptional - Room was as expected.Short walk to beach. Property was well kept and inviting areas. Staff was great!"

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"We were wonderfully surprised by the quality of the facilities, staff and amenities. - The Breakfast was perfect. Definitely surprised by the quality TV remote was old and didn’t always work well. But we are at the beach so who really cares about TV!!"

"Wonderful - Beautifully appointed, clean, team was prepared with extra precautions for Covid-19 Walls and floors were thin so we could hear other guests"

"Wonderful - Convenient location and clean room. Could not get the room dark. Lots of light from the outside after dark."

"Exceptional - There are no comments available for this review"

"We enjoyed it very much weather was bad but the Inn was warm cozy and very relaxing The whole staff was great"

"I especially like the heated towel bar in the bathroom. Also appreciated the charging station on the nightstand. "

"I wish I had spent more than one night. It was quaint and quiet, which is exactly what I wanted. - The room is spacious and bright with open windows in a corner room facing west. I enjoyed using the swings on the patio to watch the sunset. The room was exceptionally clean. For a visit in off-season, it was still busy, yet cozy. Because of the older building, there is exposed pipes. It's not an issue unless you're interested in something modern. I had trouble getting the television to work, but was able to restart the modem and get it working. Also, the breakfast nook is quite crowded. Be sure to get there early. The breakfast served wasn't my taste, but the other guests seemed to enjoy it."

"Best stay at the beach! - Overnight getaway with my daughter. We've stayed here before and will stay again!. Friendly staff, comfy clean rooms, great breakfast and a short walk across the street to the beach. Highly recommend. "

"We went on the off season. The weather was cold, but the First Colony Inn was very cozy. Great price for the room, breakfast and wine and snack hour the night of check in. We will definitely go back--hopefully with nicer weather."

"A lovely facility - We went off season as a get away for my wife and I. We enjoy places with some history so the Inn was perfect for us. The staff was extremely nice and engaging. They were quite helpful with information about local events and history. We would certainly return and recommend the First Colony to our friends"

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"Great hotel in excellent location - Had a great stay at the First Colony Inn. The location is fantastic: right by the beach with private access (the beach is also great). Very friendly welcome by the staff; nothing is too much trouble. On the whole, very relaxing and would recommend to anyone looking to stay on the Outer Banks. "

"There is no words that can tell you how nice this place is. Everyone was on there A game. I will be coming back"

"Great place! Service is always excellent! Breakfast is enjoyable as well! Mattress was a little too hard. "

"Amazing we hope to return for a longer stay next time"

"Short walk to beach, pool on site, wine and cheese social daily"

"Location was great. Short walk to the beach. They provided chairs, umbrellas. They also provided bicycles, lawn games (corn haul), pool. Nice areas for sitting outside of room. Social hour with wine. Very nice breakfast. Staff very friendly and helpful. A lovely visit."

"The friendly, homey atmosphere; the quiet cool room; wine and cheese; breakfast."

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"The property is a lovely historical inn with beautiful landscaping and friendly helpful staff. My friend and I enjoyed breakfast and happy hour mingling with other guests. The Inn is delightful. We had a relaxing, wonderful stay."

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"Beautiful and clean setting and atmosphere, very classy and quiet. The room was very clean and well decorated. We loved this place."

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"Beautiful, Charming and Very Friendly! - This was much better than I expected. It is more like a bed and breakfast than a regular hotel. I would recommend them to anyone. "

"Mysigt hotell - Mycket mysigt hotell med fin trädgård, pool och närhet till stranden. Trevlig personal och bra rum. Hiss saknas dock så lite omständigt att konka barn och resväskor till tredje våningen men det var stort och bra rum. Bra frukost och lite snacks och dryck serverades på eftermiddagarna som ingick. "

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"Beautiful place - Very nice place, friendly people, and clean. Loved it"

"Great stay, but two days not enough - This is a great place to stay, its off the beach almost a block but they have a private easy walkway to the beach...the property is well cared for, the grounds are very nice and the breakfast is great. No complaints no need for improvement."

"nice inn, good location, helpful staff, excellent breakfast"

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"Great place for a birthday celebration! Quiet, secluded feeling on the property, with well manicured lawns that were well maintained. Staff was friendly and helpful, and the walk to the beach was perfect! "

"Genuine hospitality - Friendly staff. Delicious meal. Felt right at home. A great place for a family reunion or stay with a group of friends. Rural area. Very comfortable bed. Attention to details were noticed. Genuine connection to us and felt more like visiting a friend’s home than treated as a customer. Treehouse on property was intriguing. Hope to stay there one day. Love the vision that was created. Worth a short drive from Mount Snow to have a relaxing atmosphere and delicious breakfast. We left happy and well cared for. Thank you! "

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"Beautiful place with beach access. Staff was courteous and friendly. Excellent hot breakfast."

"The staff was amazing and friendly. Breakfast was wonderful. Rooms were clean. Will def be back. Highly recommended"

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"Spacious, clean, and dripping with old time atmosphere and charm. We are Christians, and not believers in ghosts, but our bed was moving about 10 times one night!! The floor was not moving, the bed was not against the wall, we had not been drinking nor out on the water, and nobody else seemed to notice anything. It was very strange, but seemed to add to the ambience of the experience at First Colony. An oasis by the sea!"

"Enjoyed the hotel very much. Personnel are very friendly."

"It was excellent i have never been in a bed and breakfast that was as accommodation like this one"

"Unique, historical inn/property. Great location! Friendly, polite staff. Complimentary hot breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese daily. Will definitely stay here again."

"I absolutely adore The First Colony Inn. My boyfriend stayed here for our 4th anniversary. The staff were incredibly nice and welcoming. The room was not only extremely clean but very inviting and homey. The breakfast was delicious and the library with old check in love added to the character of the inn. I can’t wait to return!"

"very quaint place to stay, staff was very friendly, will stay there again"

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"Rigtigt godt “badehotel” - Fantastisk hyggeligt “badehotel” oi den gamle stil og med god service."

"Great Getaway - Charming historic inn with beach flavor. Very comfortable and accessible to beach and attractions. Delicious breakfast and evening reception included. "

"Room was spacious and well maintained. Overall property was in excellent condition considering it’s age."

"The rooms were very clean and neatly laid out. The staff was very kind and helpful."

"Wonderful place to stay - Outstanding place for a weekend getaway. Close to restaurants. Great breakfast. Awesome room. All around great place. "

"Quiet as a Jan visit to shoreline for bird watching."

"We had a very nice stay. Wonderful breakfast each morning. Nice cozy place for a getaway. "

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"Love the homey feeling. Staff was very nice. Love the old fashioned feel."

"The property has the charm of an old Inn. The bed was fabulous, and it was great to have a small refrigerator and microwave in the room. (Not typical of other Inns where I have stayed). It was just a short walk to the beach. The woman at the front desk was very friendly and attentive. I enjoyed my stay and will come again."

"Lovely elegant room and grounds. Towel warmer. Great welcome from accommodating innkeeper."

"The property has such a rustic feel like the old nags head. Would be great for any type of vacation."

"Easy check in. Great location. Bed a little squishy but room clean with large bathroom."

"What a beautiful place, room was nice, grounds were beautiful and breakfast was excellent!"

"I love how they've kept the original decor and hard keys."

"Such a gorgeous property with the best staff around. Room was impeccably clean and tidy. Decks wrap both upper and lower levels of the property with plenty of unique seating. Garden areas are gorgeous as well. ONLY place to stay in Nags ahead."

"Historical inn. Lovely rooms, great breakfasts and friendly staff."

"Comfy bed! - The staff was friendly and helpful and the bed was so comfortable! "

"Love this place! Lots to do here, room was lovely, and they had a lot of "equipment" you could use as a guest (bikes, pool, boogie boards, etc.) Food was amazing! <3"

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"Nice bed and breakfast with great room and staff will stay again"

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"Nice hotel close to beach, great breakfeast enjoyed stay"

"Great homey place to stay. "

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"I love the First Colony Inn, and wish it had been available for more than the one night at the hotels.com rate."

"Great! - Fantastic - Gorgeous grounds, porches, fantastic breakfast, and even a well stocked library!"

"Wonderful Historic Inn. Absolutely loved it. It was a tranquil spot with access to a beautiful beach. The surrounding area is what you would expect of a built up beach area with the usual fast food, mindless entertainment choices, and shopping...why anyone would want to do that and leave the comfort of this special historic property and beach I can not fathom. We will definitely return to this Inn!"

"Beautiful Inn, well kept, cozy, lots of things to do, and great location to everything! I was very pleased with everything and would absolutely stay here again"

"Charming hotel. No complaints. Across the street from a lovely beach"

"Beautiful grounds with lovely planting’s. Convenient location. Available beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards - bikes too."

"Hidden treasure - This will be our go to spot from now on. Beautiful and accommodating!"

"Great place to stay!"

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"Beautiful and large grounds for relaxing, this is much better than any beach front hotel with no place to hang out. Acres of grass and gardens all hidden away from the traffic and commotion. Free use of bikes, beach chairs and umbrellas was nice. A very friendly atmosphere to relax and meet other families."

"What a lovely Inn. I highly recommend this establishment."

"Great hotel in every way - The high reviews of this place are spot on. The staff was beyond helpful, the facility was exceptional. Nothing but positive things to say about our stay. Complimentary beach towels, bicycles and most importantly umbrellas for the beach. One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. "

"Lovely Bed and Breakfast - Absolutely beautiful B and B. In the middle of the craziness of the day you can return to the serenity of this beautifully managed and maintained property. We arrived to wine and cheese served in the dining room. We walked around the beautiful grounds and then strolled over to the beach. Breakfast was lovely. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Plenty to do in the area or just relax by the pool or on the beach. This was a wonderful choice!"

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"Wonderful historic hotel - Wonderful historic hotel. Very service oriented. They even have night lights in the bathroom. Love the rockers on the wraparound porch."

"Room was comfortable and cozy, nothing like staying at a hotel. "

"Lovely and clean hotel - I really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It's clean, the service is wonderful, and it's very close to the beach. Great place!"

"Hôtel de caractère - Très bel endroit, très agréable, d'où découvrir les splendides outer banks."

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"Old school hotel with a relaxed atmosphere. It is wonderful that it was saved from the wrecking ball. "

"We had a lovely stay. Loved the porch swing and friendly staff"

"Perfect stay - Amazing place to stay. Wish we had longer to enjoy the accomodations, breakfast and location. Will be back!"

"Somewhere between and bed and breakfast and a hotel. Excellent location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms clean and very comfortable. Will be back."

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"Great location, excellent curtious staff. Breakfast was a plus. Would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anyone."

"Classic accommodation near the beach - The room was classy and comfortable, and the hotel has a boardwalk path to the beach. "

"Nice people nice place"

"Unexpected enjoyment - Very much enjoyed my stay. It was an unexpected business stop and the staff was very helpful in accommodating me. Hotel has a more homey atmosphere than a chain hotel. It will be my first choice when I return, plus it is close to good restaurants and stores."

"The best place to stay! - Everything about this place was amazing! Great friendly staff, great location, private beach access, room was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and cannot wait to go back!"

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"We're not your typical clientele for a B&B, but we were very pleased with the stay. The balconies and rocking chairs were incredibly welcoming. The room was comfortable and spacious. The staff was kind and attentive. We'll be back."

"Beautiful Bed and Breakfast at the beach - This was my third time staying here . If you want a wonderful place to stay at the Outer Banks this hotel is it ! "

"Great stay - great stay, good breakfast, very nice and helpful staff. we would come again. highly recommend!"

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"Cozy Getaway - We loved the room and the antique decor. The breakfast was spectacular."

"About the most pleasant hotel stay ever. Always wanted to stay, we needed a hotel room for a couple of days...a week would have been better. The history and charm of the place appealed to us in a big way. The pace of life slowed down and we actually felt like we belonged. Very solid and emotionally rewarding two days. "

"Loved It - Very helpful staff. Great recommendations. Easy walk to beach."

"Wonderful historical B&B that was truly a wonderful experience. Wish we could have stayed longer!"

"great deal during off season - really nice place for a romantic, get away weekend."

"Charming Inn - Great hot breakfast. Comfortable bedding. Nice porches, but it was winter so we did not sit outside. Not on the beach but easy beach access across the street. My only negative was there was road noise from the highway, but I would stay there again."

"Delightful bed and breakfast - Comfy suite with access to beach and wrap around porch was great spot to relax. Breakfasts were delicious and plentiful"

"Great Hotel on Nags Head - Beautiful hotel priced appropriately with easy access to the beach. It was a wonderful experience and the room and bed were very comfortable. "

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"Gemuetliches B&B - Wir haben uns im First Colony Inn sehr wohlgefuehlt. Wir wurden mit selbst gebackenem Kuchen und mit verschiedenen Getraenken zur Happy Hour verwoehnt. Auch das Fruehstueck war liebevoll zubereitet. Das First Colony Inn war sehr gemuetlich und heimelig. Wir koennen es waermstens empfehlen. "

"We would definitely go back! - The only thing that was wrong was that we were originally given a small room with a queen bed when we thought we had reserved a large room with a king bed. We went to the desk to complain, and were told that sometimes 3rd party bookings get jumbled. Not good. However, we were given a room that was even better than we thought we had reserved, with a Jacuzzi tub. Good! The guy that helped us with the room also gave us wonderful restaurant recommendations, and provided cookies when we arrived a bit late to the "afternoon tea" He more than made up for the original snafu. The place is nice, and clean. Wifi worked well. The library is interesting and nice to have. The breakfast was okay to good. The walk to the beach is short, and we slept well in spite of the lights that are always on outside. It's a great location on the OBX."

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"Great place excellent value. Hidden gem."

"Very nice accommodations - We truly enjoyed our stay. The staff is friendly and very accommodating. Our room was spacious, bright, and all of the amenities worked just fine. Our only beef with our room we're the tall bed posts at the foot of the bed. They made for difficult viewing of the tv. The grounds are beautiful and very relaxing. You're only a short walk to the beach just across the road in the back. The wine and apps at 4:00PM each day added a nice touch. The restaurant recommendations by the staff were spot on. We would definitely stay here again when visiting the Outer Banks and highly recommend it."

"Perfect anniversary getaway - It was a beautiful place, nice grounds for strolling and sitting, romantic, near the beach. Breakfast brought to us!"

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"Still the best place to stay in Nags Head - Second time visiting Nags Head and second time staying at the Inn. So yes, we really liked it the first time so had to stay here again. Best thing about this inn are the wide wrap around porches, so comfortable and relaxing when your goal was to sit on a rocking chair and do nothing at all. Breakfast was good, different hot items for the two days we were there. Afternoon wine and snacks were even better than we remembered. The private beach, although not right off the property, was just across from the road and uncrowded. Rooms come in different sizes, some bigger than others, and porch access is easier if you are on first and second floor as there are none on the third floor."

"What a lovely place... - The staff is super nice and incredibly helpful, plus you can always have a chat with them. I'm totally in love with this place, and for sure I'll come back! :)"

"Quaint Historic Inn - We enjoyed a much too brief overnight stay at the Inn. The staff was very pleasant and warm, we felt at home immediately. We arrived a little early and were able to check in. This was extra nice since our stay was so short. Our room was on the 2nd floor with a beautiful view of the grounds and just a bit of the ocean. The veranda had rocking chairs, hammock swings & plenty of seating to just relax and enjoy the view. The complimentary happy hour was an unexpected treat and we enjoyed a glass (or 2) of wine with the view. Our room was tastefully decorated with furniture from the era, including a sitting room with comfortable wing back chairs and love seat. If we would get the chance, we would definitely visit for a longer time. "

"Great OBX Hotel - Great stay in a beautiful room with fantastic views from all around the property. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and our stay was very relaxing."

"Beautiful place. Loved our room. Lots of vintage beachside charm. The grounds are gorgeous. Delicious breakfast. 1 minute walk to beach on a private path. Look forward to staying there again. Even bought myself a First Colony Inn t-shirt."

"We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful place. Loved the wrap around porches and the gardens."

"Place is lovely, pretty place. Very clean and the managers and the people working there were very nice. Loved all the ammenities. Made us feel comfortable, and welcome"

"A charming historical near the shore. - I really wanted a stay that was not a "box" hotel. First Colony Inn was just the place. It is on the historical registrar having originally been built in 1932. There is no elevator, so if you don't like stairs, get a first floor room. The climb is well worth it though. The rooms have a " homey" feel. The room was not really fancy, but it was comfortable and cool. It reminded me of staying with family. The Inn served breakfast and afternoon snacks; both were very good. The beach is just across the road, and the hotel has its own access. The grounds were absolutely lovely with flowers everywhere. Porches wrap around all of the floors and afford a wonderful place to sit. There is also a lovely patio in the back. If you are looking for an "out of the box" option for a lovely vacation in Nag's Head, this is definitely the place to go. Many wonderful memories were made during OUR stay. "

"very relaxing. Breakfast was not as good as previous visits but still nice"

"Really enjoyed our stay at First Colony. Friendly staff, beautiful grounds, lovely historic building. Enjoyed the daily happy hour provided by FC."

"Road trip - Very nice place. Close to beach and they provided beach chairs and bicycles. Great breakfast. Nice staff. Would stay there again."

"one night was not enough. - Every expectation was met. From the moment I was greeted at the desk, everyone was welcoming and friendly."

"Sehr schönes Hotel in Strandnähe, mit sehr freuen - Das Hotel hat uns so gut gefallen das wir zwei mal verlängert haben, das sagt ja alles!"

"Peaceful B&B within short distance to beach - As a Historical Society cite, it is well taken care of and comfortable. The chef had outstanding breakfast that I was expecting. Shrimp and sweet pepper quiche. Yum!! Great stay and looking forward to coming back. "

"Outer Banks trip - Amazing"

"Very Nice Stay at the First Colony Inn - We had a wonderful 3 night stay at the First Colony Inn. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We liked the historic nature of the inn and our room on the 3rd floor was great. The location was convenient to several good restaurants located on the sound (sunset views) across the street. Overall highly recommended!"

"Nice quaint bed n breakfast - Very nice staff. Nice private getaway. Great breakfast. Wine n cheese afternoon snack. Clean. Loved it!"

"A Nice Gem - The First Colony Inn is a lovely gem. I enjoyed my room and the rocking chairs. The staff was warm and very helpful. I would certainly stay at the First Colony Inn again. Great location!"

"Loved the bed and the wrap around porch."

"Very clean &comfortable with old fashioned charm!"

"Loved the breakfast, loved the bed B&B feel and beautiful grounds!"

"Relaxed comfort - Great views and grounds. Extremely comfortable room with great amenities. Very friendly staff in fine inn tradition. Great home coked breakfast and the afternoon wine and cheese on the deck was delightful."

" Classic elegant charming place. - Everything about this place was all about accommodating the guests. Rooms were very tasteful and clean. Breakfast and social time in afternoon couldn't be beat!"

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"Unique place to stay in the OBX - The First Colony Inn B & B is unique to the Outer Banks. It has all the charm and ambiance that today's chain hotels lack. The staff is pleasant, the food is wonderful, and the setting is amazing. First Colony is situated on 4 acres -totally unheard of when considering the over-building in general. This will be where we will stay on future visits to Nags Head."

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"1930s Charm with Modern Amenities - The First Colony is amazing. A beautiful historic inn in Nags Head complete with a library. The rooms are named after colonist from The Lost Colony. The library has logs dating back to 1940's. The room was spacious and comfortable with so much privacy we felt like we did not have neighbors. The breakfast was wonderful. We could not have imagined a better place to stay."

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"First Colony Stay - It was a very good experience!"

"Delightful surprise - I was staying here for business and was delighted. The bed was one of the most comfortable I have ever slept in. The room was beautifully decorated and large. The exterior is charming and reflects old school Outer Banks from back in the day. Absolutely perfect."

"Great Inn - This was my first time to the outer banks. What a great choice. Great Inn with history, character, and charm. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, and the staff was very nice and took fantastic care of us. Afternoon social and morning breakfast were fantastic. We recommend the First Colony Inn very highly and will return ourselves. Mark Bray and Karen Morrison."

"Romantic and warm historic inn - Our room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was great and varied in menu daily. We got good tips on areas to walk the beach or hike. The hotel has easy beach access across the street. We had late check in and I felt welcomed and got personal service in setting up arrival."

"Beautiful, charming bed and breakfast. Definitely will be coming back again."

"Clean and comfortable - Nice stop while on the OBX. Friendly staff with good restaurant recommendation. Thanks Chris."

"Nice inn close to beach and restaurants - This inn is an excellent value and is conveniently located. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed the daily hot breakfast which was served in an attractive dining room. Staff members went out of their way to be helpful. I would definitely return.."

"Love it - Great place. Very old school feel."

"Wonderful stay! - Am very familiar with the Outer Banks having visited for many years during the summer months and staying either oceanfront or soundfront. This was a Fall visit and the First Colony Inn was a perfect location due to easy access via a designated boardwalk across the beach road and free parking accessed from the bypass. An added bonus was the free bikes available. The mattress could use an update, but didn't keep us from a restful sleep. Can't wait til next Fall for a return trip."

"Our regret is our stay was too short - My Sweetheart and I are on a grand tour of North Carolina, visiting the mountains and the coast. We stayed in 5 hotels in 5 nights and booked this room on the way to the Outer Banks. We read "historic inn" and saw the pictures - from experience this could either be a good thing or bad. We figured, "What the heck?" If it was horrible, it was only one night. THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! We arrived after dark as the charming desk clerk was closing shop - he was leaving us a note and the keys and greeted me by name! (And he pronounced it correctly, too). The room was charming and comfortable. We rocked on the rockers, strolled down the path to the private entrance to the beach, and enjoyed visiting with total strangers in the breakfast room. The room and the experience were a steal at this weekday price, and we truly regretted we had to move along the next day. We dawdled - not wanting this to end too soon. The only negatives (very, very minor) was the size of the TV screen and the underwhelming breakfast. Since our return home, we've been telling everyone they need to stay here for charm, ambiance, and close access to everything enjoyable. Although we don't typically stay the same place twice, we're already talking about our next visit here."

"Pleasant surprise. - My wife and I made a last minute reservation at this hotel for one night. Having never been to the Outer Banks, we had no good perspective on the area or the accommodations that were available. We were pleasantly surprised with everything that the First Colony had to offer. The room had an old-style charm to. The wine social in the afternoon was nice and very relaxing. Short private walk to the beach. Small, clean pool was refreshing. Breakfast was outstanding."

"OBX History with modern amentities! - Great 2 night getaway with the hubby without our 5 kids. We visit OBX every year for a week stay in a large oceanfront home. This quiet, relaxed and historical in was perfect for a day and a half of relaxation... Look up the history, which I didn't know even after spending 38 years at this beach."

"It was one of the most pleasant vacation stays I my life! The hotel was beautifully decorated, very clean, and all the staffs were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely return!"

"The Perfect Place to Stay on Nags Head!!!! - The First Colony Inn is outstanding! The Inn Keeper, Candace, is warm, welcoming and knowledgeable. Hannah was delightful to interact with and each member of the staff offer exceptional customer service. The breakfasts, with fresh fruit, pastries, egg dishes, yogurts, granola and oatmeal are delicious and included in the room rate; what a great way to start the day! We looked forward to a refreshing glass of ice tea or lemonade, sweets, and wine and cheese every afternoon. The rooms open to wrap around porches with porch swings and rocking chairs. The beautiful beach is 3 minutes away and umbrellas are on the property and free to use without additional charge; we'd jump in the pool after a hot day at the beach. We played chess in the Virgiia Dare library in air- conditioned comfort; what a lovely inn; I was sad to leave and can't wait to return. There is no nicer place to stay. Loved, loved, loved it!"

"Just What We'd Hoped For... - We prefer smaller properties like this one and truly enjoyed staying here. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The grounds are lovely, and the hotel is unique."

"Best place to stay in Nags Head - We had never been to the OBX and we had a couple of days without the kids so I decided to surprise the wife. Not knowing where to stay and only having a couple of days to spend, I knew a house was out and needed to find a hotel or B&B. After much deliberation and research, I booked the First Colony Inn. It was highly rated, had a B&B feel and was close to the beach. That and it was pretty centrally located so we could explore the OBX in the short time we had. This inn was very clean and well maintained. Even though the hotel wasn't right on the beach, it was just a short walk across one street to the beach. Complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas made it easy to go. The pool area was very clean and refreshing. The afternoon happy hour with snacks and complementary wine was also nice. At night, the room was well air conditioned and very nice. The bathrooms were sized nicely and we enjoyed the bubble bath in the jetted tub followed by the complementary robes. Breakfast was also very good with a good selection of breads, cereals, pastries and of course the main dishes which varied daily. We had quiche one day and biscuits gravy and eggs the next. The staff was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about this historic inn. This place was cool with alot of history from the area and unique charm that you only get from a B&B/Inn. I wouldn't have traded it for the hotel across the street which was very, well...hotel like. I'd recommend this hotel for anyone."

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"Rustic Charm - Just a relaxation get away and this is truly the spot for just that."

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"Lovely weekend at the beach - My husband and I spent a lovely weekend at this Inn. The location is great, right across the street from the beach which is accessed by a private boardwalk. The hotel has beach chairs, umbrellas and beach towels to use as well as bikes. Breakfast was included but it was mostly the usual continental breakfast items. The hotel is close to many restaurants and shops you can walk to. We stayed in a king room which was very spacious and quiet however we found the mattress to be a bit strange, too fluffy, but some people probably like a nice soft mattress. We especially loved the porch swings on a nice breezy summer evening! Great stay."

"Best inn ever! - Prettier than pictures. Very comfortable. Great bed. Friendly and helpful staff. Home cooked breakfast, coffee all day. Towels, chairs, umbrellas for beach. Beach a short walk on Boardwalk. Flowers beautiful. Wrap around porches and deck. Wine, cheese/dessert 3-5pm. Best place ever."

"Beautiful historical hotel - Our stay here was excellent. Older historical hotel but very well maintained. Great breakfast too."

"Ett klassiskt badhotell - Ett mycket charmigt badhotell från 1932 - det enda kvarvarande av det slag som dominerade badlivet i början av förra seklet. Nu officiellt klassificerat som byggnadsminne. Mycket trevlig personal, en god frukost med det man kan önska sig, cyklar till lån, afternoon tea som även innebar vin för den som så önskade vilket allt ingår i priset för rummet. Vi återkommer gärna då Outer banks i sig också är en upplevelse."

"Everything is just perfect for your beach getaway - The staff were super friendly and helpful. The charm of this place is out of this world. The afternoon "wine" social and the complimentary breakfast were terrific. The deck, the pool, the beach access --- everything was just perfect."

"Outer banks - Beautiful grounds and very lovely accommodations"

"Great Hotel that is like a B&B. 3rd floor has good views of the ocean and rooms are very large."

"Very nice place. Staff was very helpful. Would highly recommend it."

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"Stay here and be charmed. - I could go on and on about this place but the service at desk and housekeeping was outstanding, everyone was very friendly. Though early in the season, no employee there seemed worn down by the incessant questions by tourists of where to go and where to eat. Rooms were absolutely gorgeous, full of antiques (building is from 1932); I would recommend this to anyone that wants to stay in a place with class and has character as opposed to some modern cookie-cutter hotel. Full A+ all the way."

"Excellent - Amazing location with amazing employees"

"Superb Inn for whatever your visit entails - Very quaint and perfect hotel for anyone. Luxuries of hotel but peaceful and quiet as if you are in your own personal home. Very professional and pleasant employees. Just all around great place to stay!!"

"We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. The accommodations were very good. We will recommend it to others. "

"Such a cute little Inn! The room was beautiful and the staff was very friendly! Would definitely recommend The First Colony Inn to anyone."

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"Great place to stay at the OBX - Very friendly staff. Nice rustic feel. Beautiful place."

"A perfect spot for a short break in Nags Head - A lovely old hotel with a lot of charm and character, close to the beach. Excellent breakfast, friendly service and really good all around facilities. A perfect spot for a short break in Nags Head."

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"Friendly guest arrival greeting, nice wine and cheese managers party, excellent home made breakfast."

"Getaway Weekend - A weekend getaway for me and my wife to celebrate our 30th anniversary. We had a great time and the staff and hotel were first rate. We will return."

"Very Nice Quaint Hotel - I knew when I booked this hotel that is was a "Bed and Breakfast" type hotel. It was better, because the rooms were next to each other like in a hotel (your own room you could lock and leave a do not disturb sign, etc.). But the hotel still had that Bed and Breakfast feel. The room was filled with antiques, huge king sized bed with a lace/crocheted canopy top and very comfortable. It also had a day bed if you wanted to bring a child. There was a beautiful huge Wardrobe where you hung your clothes, a sitting area to read your paper or be on your computer (Wi-Fi had excellent reception), a desk AND a mini kitchen with a small fridge, microwave and a Keurig coffee maker. It was beyond our expectations. The "Winter" rate through Expedia was $95.00 a night, a great value, plus they provided breakfast every morning in the Bed and Breakfast style. I couldn't find anything wrong with The First Colony Inn". Oh, did I mention it was very quiet and we knew other guests were there because the parking lot was full. A five star stay!!!"

"Everything was perfect! - The staff are SO NICE!! They made us a special breakfast because we were leaving early. They have beautiful gardens, free excellent breakfast, a short walk to the beach, wine and snacks in the afternoons, refrigerator, microwave, bicycles. It's a cozy family owned place, not a big impersonal resort. Everything was perfect! and you can open windows, too"

"Our first OBX visit! - We usually prefer oceanfront hotels whenever we visit coast, but this time, we loved First colony inn stay!! We never knew having the hotel not facing the ocean can be so pleasant yet give the ocean front feel!! This is our first visit to OBX and the inn maintenance folks were kind enough to let us know the best places to visit around the islands. We enjoyed the stay thoroughly and are looking forward to go back next year!"

"First Colony Inn - A very pleasant overnight stay. Personable and warm staff. Great breakfast included. Lots of antique furniture. Large rooms. Well equipped bathroom."

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"Perfect Getaway - Exactly what we envisioned OBX to be"

"Tolles Hotel in Nags Head - mit eigenem Strandzugang (man muss dazu eine kleine Straße überqueren). Sehr freundliches Personal und leckeres Frühstück. Gute Restaurants in unmittelbarer Nähe. "

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"Exceeded high expectations - From the minute we checked in, the staff were helpful and friendly. We were given the option to upgrade the room to one on the top level but kept our original room (Nicholas Johnson). Breakfast had many options including fresh cooked eggs, sausage, etc. Enjoyed complimentary wine each evening. Room was quiet and well equipped. Chris was especially helpful in guiding us to great places for sea food. One of the best B&B I have stayed at. Will go out of my way to stay there again. "

"The hotel is right in the center of everything. - We had a wonderful stay over Labor Day weekend. Wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel reminded me of a gracious older southern lady. They had a nice afternoon refreshments and very nice breakfast. The hotel is old (historic) but has been decorated and kept nicely. "

"Very nice and comfortable stay. Staff very helpful and accommodating. Perfect location in the heart of all attractions. Highly satisfied."

"Great place to stay. Lots of history here. Comfortable room and good breakfast."

"Comfortable inn near beach. - We spent a night here on our trip south. Very friendly staff and comfortable room. Decent buffet type breakfast. Last minute booking, got a great deal."

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"Enjoyed our stay very much. The breakfast was excellent. We also enjoy the afternoon snack we got when we arrived. Hope to get back there again sometime."

"Charming! - What a wonderful place! I look forward to staying again. We only stayed one night, but plan to book again for an entire weekend soon. We loved the wine and cheese social and sitting on their deck relaxing. The atmosphere is peaceful. My only complaint would be that the shower water pressure needs to be higher. The room was so clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and professional. I would highly recommend this place for a romantic get away."

"I liked it! - The Colony Inn is a fine place! It is not your usual place to stay. The structure formerly was 3 miles or so down the road and was moved and renovated but it retains the features of an older building. The bathrooms even have towel warmers and were very clean. Overall the place was extremely clean and the employees were excellent. Breakfast is great and ends at 9:30am."

"Awesome stay! Great place to relax - I stayed for 1 night only but I'll be back! From quick and easy check in to the beautiful clean;tidy room it was an amazing stay. The hotel offers free bikes and beach chairs/umbrellas for the residents to use. The pool and rocking chairs outside made for the perfect day trip. Morning breakfast offers both hot and cold items everything was tasty. Go stay there and you won't be disappointed."

"what a great little bed and breakfast! Great views, and very cozy!"

"Great hotel! - Absolutely amazing hotel."

"Great OBX choice!!! - Highly recommended. Just like a big bed & breakfast. Very friendly and accommodating staff, great breakfast and happy hour, super clean, spacious and comfortable rooms. Will definitely stay here on our OBX trips."

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"last minute trip. - Hotel was great. I have stayed in hotels around the world.. This was one of the best by far. The free afternoon wine, totally a plus!"

"Highly Recomend - Just a beautiful place, friendly staff, relaxing, felt like I was staying at a friends house, highly recommend for a great place to stay at the beach"

"Absoultley, a unique and quaint place. - My husband and I are extremely excited about The First Colony Inn. The staff, grounds, and amenities were great. We would highly recommend this unique place to anyone looking for something special! "

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"Step Back in Time - All the charm of yesteryear! Comfy chairs and swings to relax on everywhere. Beach towels, chairs and umbrellas to use. Continental breakfast and an afternoon social with wine, sweet tea, lemonade and various goodies to eat! A beautiful garden, a swimming pool, it's just yards from the beach with private access. Big fluffy post beds! What is there not to love here?!"

"just a get away - My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the First Colony Inn. Great service, and friendly staff. A great romantic getaway place and private accesses. A place we'll definitely go back to!"

"As usual, a delightful visit, like returning home."

"Charming hotel with attention to details! - I loved this hotel! My husband had a stroke, and he has a difficult time getting up and down steps. When I called the hotel to tell them after I made the reservation, they immediately put us on the lower floor, left drinks in our room, and proceeded to give us 30% off our room. Everyone was kind and helpful. They had a private entrance to the beach; umbrellas, chairs, and beach towels were available. The entire stay was awesome!"

"Would Be Happy to Stay Again! - Everything you would want at a bed and breakfast at the beach! Relaxing atmosphere, clean and tidy. The breakfast was very good and the fresh flower decorations were pleasing. The afternoon complimentary wine and snacks were a nice touch too. Barely off the beach that afforded a quiet place. The grounds were immaculate and the free to use beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, corn hole boards made the stay even more stress free. Pool was very clean."

"Nags Head Gem! - Wonderful boutique property. Lots of history, which the staff was fully willing and able to share with us. The facility was taken care of inside and out. Great location. Can walk to the beach as well as some restaurants."

"Stay Here......... - Loved this Hotel. Wish we could have stayed longer, but we were just passing thru. Would def. recommend it."

"Outstanding Trip To Outer Banks - The location is wonderful. We visited three lighthouses, Wright Bros Memorial, and Fort Raleigh. "

"Nice hotel close to the beach - We spent two nights with First Colony Inn and we had a great time The morning breakfast was awesome with a nice selection. The Inn offered at no additional charge: Wi-Fi, bicycles, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, and provided beach towels. I guess if I had to complain about something it would be that the TV's are 17" or 19" and need to be upgraded to a larger size. The only way to watch TV was from the bed which was about 15 feet away. I spoke to the Desk Clerk and they were planning to upgrade to a larger TV...just don't know when. We also ate dinner at Miller's across the street. We are planning another trip in the near future and will stay here."

"Nice location and great rooms - Charming hotel with helpful staff. The location is close to the beach. The provided breakfast was excellent as was the afternoon wine and snacks."

"GREAT ADULT RETREAT - DON'T MISS IT - This is a trip back to the 1930's but with modern amenities. The mornings start with the sounds of waves. The rooms are as thought you are staying at a friends home. A breakfast is kitsch, sausage, scones, and grapefruit . There's more to chose from like cereal, muffins, toast and jams. The table cloths are complimented by the fresh flowers and classical music It's not your Holiday Inn breakfast The staff makes everyone feel at home. Since there are few rooms and most are couples, it feels intimate. A leisurely walk on the beach or coffee by the pool with a good book fill the morning. Don't miss the afternoon "tea" at 3:00 pm. The cheese cake, wines, cheeses and fruit will carry you until your off to dinner. We changed our itinerary and stayed an extra night!"