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Black Boy Inn

4.0 star property
Edwardian inn with 2 restaurants, near Caernarfon Castle

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Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Ty Dre Suite Double | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
2 bars/lounges
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Nestled near Caernarfon Castle, Black Boy Inn offers an enchanting retreat with a cozy fireplace in the lobby and two bars to unwind. Enjoy breakfast at one of the two on-site restaurants, take a stroll through the garden, or let kids play at the playground. With cycling nearby and bike rentals available, this inn is perfect for adventurous travelers who appreciate helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$97 nightly
The total price is $116
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees

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Twr Du Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Twr Du Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Boy Inn Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Boy Inn Single | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn Single

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twr Du Small Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Twr Du Small Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Black Boy Inn small double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn small double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Black Boy Inn Twin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Black Boy Inn Executive Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn Executive Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Boy Inn Four Poster | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Boy Inn Four Poster

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twr Du Executive Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Twr Du Executive Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks Easy Access Suite Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Jacks Easy Access Suite Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Jacks Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks Suite Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Jacks Suite Double

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Llety Small Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Llety Small Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Ty Dre House 2 Double beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre House 2 Double beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Ty Dre Easy Access Suite Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre Easy Access Suite Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Twin Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre Twin Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ty Dre Suite Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre Suite Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Executive Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Ty Dre Executive Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Llety Double with a sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Llety Double with a sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Northgate Street, Caernarfon, Wales, LL55 1RW

What's nearby

  • Caernarfon Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parc Glynllifon - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Redline Indoor Karting - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • GreenWood Forest Park - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 23 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 98 min drive
  • Llanfairpwll Station - 17 min drive
  • Bangor Station - 18 min drive
  • Llanfairfechan Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Newborough Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tafarn Y Porth (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Table Table - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Black Boy Inn

Black Boy Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Eryri National Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out 4/6, one of 2 restaurants, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Edwardian inn include 2 bars/lounges, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:30 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Offsite parking within 984 ft (GBP 15.00 per night)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1522
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bicycle parking
  • Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 46-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

4/6 - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Craft Bar - This bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

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Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 15.00 per night (984 ft away)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Also known as

Black Boy Caernarfon
Black Boy Inn
Black Boy Inn Caernarfon
Black Boy Hotel Caernarfon
Black Boy Inn Caernarfon, Wales
Black Boy Inn Caernarfon
Black Boy Inn Inn
Black Boy Inn Caernarfon
Black Boy Inn Inn Caernarfon

Frequently asked questions

Does Black Boy Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Black Boy Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Black Boy Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Black Boy Inn?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Black Boy Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Black Boy Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities like boat tours, fishing, and cycling, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Black Boy Inn?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring British cuisine.

What's the area around Black Boy Inn like?

Black Boy Inn is in the heart of Caernarfon, a short 3-minute walk from Caernarfon Castle and 7 minutes' walk from Gypsy Wood Park.

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Black Boy Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Food
Room
Location
Breakfast
Pub
Bathroom
Drinks
Castle
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and superb value for money. (14 reviews)
  • Onsite parking was available and accessible, with some guests even getting it for free during certain periods. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Coaching inn of character

Old inn full of character in a beautiful walled medieval town.
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely time pub has loads of quirky charm, excellent food ,plenty of options to suit all, with fantastic staff which are all so helpful, thank you All
Eirwen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely olde worlde hotel!

Difficult getting to the one side of the bed due to sloping ceiling. Room otherwise comfortable but very warm. Food very good.
Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely room, so convenient to everything and staff were very helpful and friendly. Totally recommend.
Barbara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely place to stay - food excellent!
Brewlab Ltd, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant stay
Joshua, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location. The room was very hot the first night with only a fan.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely visit to our favourite part of Wales
Martin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a gem of a hotel! From the efficient check-in/check-out process, each moment was delightful. Also, the hotel has a very secure and safe environment
Mahmuda Akter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love space room not far from pubs
Tania, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Black Boy is an authentic inn right in the heart of Caernarfon. The location is excellent, the staff very friendly, and the food and drink options are plentiful. We loved stepping back in time at the Black Boy!
Barb, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the oldest Inn’s in Wales. Inside the Castle walls and totally unique. An awesome cute tiny pub and they say the Inn has a resident ghost! Only a 5 minute walk to Castle Caernarfon which is an amazingly well preserved castle from 1283.
Suzanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Wonderful. Excellent service and friendly staff. Amazing food and fantastic room. Well done!"
Annette, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were very attentive, room was clean. Bar pleasant, very good location to amenities.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect.
Lisa, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great weekend

Great location, fabulous food and friendly staff. Car park very tight for larger family vehicles and room was cold with no heating control staff quickly resolved the matter. Would definitely visit again in this historic inn.
Stuart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super Welsh welcome

Great weekend in Caernarfon. Accidentally booked to stay the weekend of the food festival but we got a call to give us advice on parking and arriving super early to beat the crowds which was very helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the stay. We were in the townhouse round the corner from the pub and the room was lovely, very clean and spacious! The staff were very helpful and welcoming too! Highly recommend!
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quirky, clean, and delightful.

We chose this location because we wanted something different. Preferably haunted. And definitely quirky. It was all of the above, including being very clean and comfortable.
Kris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

We really enjoyed our stay, lovely clean rooms staff very friendly Breakfast was lovely nice hot food and a lovely variety
Sarah, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel is is charming and very old with a lot of character and in a great location . All staff except 1 barman were helpful and friendly . Our room was very hot and dark and also very noisy as over the main bar and entrance door there was no way round this so we didn’t sleep well at all . Other rooms may not have this problem but ours certainly did .
Paul, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Access in a car was tight but a decent car park (at a price). Reception very helpful. Room comfortable. Five minute walk to the castle. Food served in the bar.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Generally excellent. Great staff. Really needed a better (quieter) fan in the absence of aircon.
Huw, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall a good, clean, comfortable room, however, we were disappointed not to be staying above the Black Boy Inn, but rather their townhouse around the corner and opposite a very rowdy pub.
Jodie-Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint and gorgeous

Perfect location. Friendly, helpful staff. Food in restaurants was great and locals are lovely!
Sandra, 2-night trip