Children allowed

Facilities

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

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 1589 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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Paul • couple • gb
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
9
Historic building just inside ancient city walls -- highly recommended.
Pros:

Prime location & free parking.

Cons:

Elevator would have been nice.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
7
Great central location. Bars and restaurants are popular with non-residents. Food is basic but sound
Pros:

The car park has very handy EV chargepoints.
The room had power sockets at both ends, including by the bed. The bathroom had an illuminated magnifying shaving mirror - great!
The ordering system for food and drink via an app worked very well.

Cons:

The bars are very busy so it is difficult to get a table in a bar area in the evenings. Therefore you are likely to be eating in the rear dining area, which is used for breakfast and has much less ambience.
Parking at £15 per night is a bit steep. I only used the hotel car park when I needed to charge the car. Other nights, the Council car park nearby is much cheaper.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
10
Great venue. Great character!
Pros:

The venue is full of character that adds charm and history.
Staff were very friendly and flexible in assisting the booking.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Judith • extended_group • us
9
A Step Back in Time - Well Worth It
Pros:

Our room, an upstairs Executive Queen, overlooked a side street, so was normally quiet (except on a bank holiday, when the whole town was a zoo. Fun! And the BBI thoughtfully provided earplugs for that situation. We didn't need them; things quieted down by 10 or so.) The room was just above the pub serving food and drinks.

The room was full of 16th century (?) beams, which we loved; some might find them annoying to duck around. Also, there is no lift and stairways are narrow. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom was large, and the windows looked out from a different time in history.

Cons:

Food is pretty pricey. For those who are looking for something else, there's a coffee shop just down the street. Great pastries!

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Deane • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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PAULA • couple • gb
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Gino • couple • gb
9
Great breakfast. Comfortable room
Pros:

Clean and quiet

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Kerrianne • couple • gb
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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iestyn • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
10
Great location, staff excellent, accommodation and food excellent
Pros:

The food and accommodation was spot on, a quality place to stay

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Terence • solo_traveller • nl
5
Experience Black Boy
Pros:

De ligging in het centrum van Caernarfan.

Cons:

De 3e nacht hebben we nauwelijks geslapen ivm een continu doordringend geluid.Dit hebben wij gemeld bij de manager maar hij kon niks aan doen want er was geen geen technicus aanwezig en pas volgende dag zou komen.Hij zei er zijn oor dopjes aanwezig maar die hielpen helemaal niet! Dus niet geslapen.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Marc • couple • fr
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Superduper
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

We have travelled plenty, and this is one of the best value for money pub stay we have ever been in.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • couple • gb
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Katy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
8
Overall a nice experience. Not that great that it’s a must return.
Pros:

Very clean

Cons:

A little pricy in every way from the room to the food and drink.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Marchal • couple • be
10
Pros:

Situation parfaite ! Grand logement confortable.

Cons:

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2026-05-19 • via Nuitee