Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Car hire
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Central location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Busy restaurant
Extra parking charges
Noisy surroundings

Categories

Cleanliness
9.03
Many reviews highlight the clean and comfortable rooms, contributing to a positive experience.
Service
9.2
Numerous guests praised the friendly and helpful staff, enhancing the overall service rating.
Location
9.14
The hotel is centrally located, which many guests appreciated, marking it as a strong point.
Room Quality
8.69
Rooms were mentioned as comfortable and spacious, although some had minor issues.
Amenities
8.82
Amenities are satisfactory, though some guests expressed a concern regarding additional charges for parking.
Value for Money
8.68
Good value was mentioned in several reviews, although some rates were noted as high, particularly for breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.53
Food options received mixed feedback; while many enjoyed the dining experience, the busy restaurant was a downside.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall, guests had positive experiences, noting the character of the hotel and the quality of service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-25 00:56

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Black Boy, a 16th-century inn nestled within Caernarfon's town walls, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. The property, dating back to 1522, boasts thick walls, wood panelling, and creaking floorboards, creating a cosy atmosphere that transports guests back in time.

Unique Accommodation Options

With rooms updated to a high standard while preserving their character, guests can choose between staying in the main inn with its traditional feel or opt for the modern Black Jack's rooms with mini kitchens. The Black Tower, an Edwardian building just a short walk away, provides a different yet equally charming accommodation experience.

Convenient Location

Situated within walking distance of the town centre and Caernarfon Castle, The Black Boy is the perfect base for exploring the historic attractions of the area. Book your stay now to experience a delightful blend of history and comfort.

Important information:

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please reserve a table at the restaurant in advance to avoid disappointment.

Please be informed that guest can not book more than 3 reservations.

Please note that the following rooms are located on upper-level floors with no elevator access:
- Llety 1 Double bed and a sofa bed Bed
- House with 2 double beds
- Ty Dre Double
- Twr Du Small Double
- Ty Dre Twin Suite
- Twr Du Executive Double
- Ty Dre Suite Double
- Twr Du Double
- Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite
- Black Boy Inn small double
- Black Jacks Suite Double
- Black Boy Inn Double
- Black Boy Inn Twin
- Black Boy Single
- Black Boy Inn Four Poster
- Black Boy Executive Room Queen

Please note that the following room are located on the ground floor:
- Llety Studio Double Bed - not suitable for wheelchairs
- Ty Dre Easy Access Suite Double - suitable for wheelchairs
- Black Jacks Easy Access Suite DoublePlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1476 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.03
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.69
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 8.53
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Aly • couple • gb
10
Girls on Tour - March 26
Pros:

Friendly. Unique building. Lots of history. Excellent location.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Hughes • couple • gb
9
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
10
Pros:

A fabulous hotel in a lovely place

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • gb
9
Fantastic, cozy stay.
Pros:

Great atmosphere

Cons:

Could use more parking

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Tonge • couple • gb
8
Overall it was great
Pros:

It’s was in a central location for all activities

Cons:

It was quite basic in the room. No where comfortable to sit.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Katharine • couple • gb
10
Black boy inn short break
Pros:

Everything, the room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. There was a bedside light which didn't work but it wasn't a problem. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
It was a perfect base to see caernafon. We ate in the hotel too. The food was really good. The lasagne was the best I have had in a pub.
I would like to give a special mention to Del who was in charge of the breakfast. He was very kind, helpful and couldn't do enough, nothing was too much trouble.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Johnathan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Great location, great food and great people

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Stones • couple • gb
10
Unbelievable location
Pros:

Great hotel with fantastic staff and food and a brilliant location.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
S
Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Mathilde • couple • ch
9
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Caernarfon is a beautiful place to visit and staying at the black boy was the icing on the cake
Pros:

It was centrally located and had a lovely atmosphere

Cons:

I liked everything about it. However, I was on the third floor and I had quite a lot of luggage to carry and there was no lift. Next time I will remember to ask Booking.com to specify a ground floor.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Gwyn • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

It is inside the town walls. Good to hear Welsh spoken in tbe bar and lounge. Very handy for Galeri.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Very comfortable room,central location,friendly reception

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Jayne Eve Cardigan • couple • gb
9
excellent
Pros:

location, food, service, friendliness of the staff. The room is decent size, clean,and breakfast is good.

Cons:

nothing to complain about, the whole stay is excellent

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
J
Julie • couple • gb
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • gb
9
A great location and comfortable stay in an old historic coach house. Recommended
Pros:

Booked a suite. Loads of room for us to relax and space to keep our hiking kit out of the way. Comfortable room out of the way in the rafters. Lovely and quiet. Really enjoyed the heated recliners and the high quality tv. We weren't expecting that. A nice additional touch. The bed was huge and the bath is lovely and deep. A proper soak for aching muscles. The hotel is also very close to the local town. A 2 minute walk from the castle

Cons:

Nothing, everything was really clear and well organised

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee