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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1673 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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Kim solo_traveller dk
8
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller gb
10
Caernarfon stop 5 nights
Pros:

Everything. Always a nice stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Asquith solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great location
Staff very attentive and helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
M
Michel couple be
8
Cons:

Netheid kan beter. Achter het nachtkastje vonden we nog lege verpakkingen van een vorige gast.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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jeannie solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Everything was lovely, clean and comfortable.
We've stayed here before and will return again.
Caernarfon is a lovely small Welsh town. Great place for a couple of nights away.

Cons:

Heavy fire doors banged by other guests throughout the night. Perhaps remind guests thats other guests and there 🤔

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
8
Pros:

Great location, tidy and clean accommodation, friendly staff.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Benjamin solo_traveller gb
1
Terrible stay
Pros:

The room

Cons:

The room was uncomfortably hot
The food was disgusting
Lack of sleep

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Maike solo_traveller de
9
Cons:

Das Badezimmer war sehr schön und neu, aber leider war die Dusche nur lauwarm.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Scott couple us
10
Great hotel with a Great Pub
Pros:

I've stayed many times at The Black Boy Inn. It's a great hotel, staff, and pub. The rooms have everything you need and it's perfectly located inside the walls.

Cons:

The only negative is that I wish they had blackout curtains everywhere. In summer, the sun rises very early and some of the rooms can get quite bright.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Bart couple nl
7
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Haakon Hasselgren solo_traveller no
8
Pros:

I was there to visit the Castle, and the location of the hotel right next to the castle was brilliant. I stayed in the annex, and not the main building of the hotel, with a very spacious room. had to walk to main building in the morning to get breakfast, but was no trouble as I carried my luggage to my car at the same time. Annex is only a few meters away from main building anyway. Breakfast was very good. The pub has local welsh beer on tap as well as welsh whisky.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Jo Beth couple us
7
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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brian couple gb
10
Pros:

Ideal location

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
10
A lovely place, situated well. Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room. An enjoyable stay.
Pros:

The bed was comfortable, a lovely room.
We also had an evening meal.
We enjoyed very much. A pleasurable stay all round.
Friendly staff.

Cons:

There was nothing i disliked

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
8
Good location. Friendly staff
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Ruth solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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William Jasper couple nl
6
2026-07-18 via Nuitee