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4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr

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Northgate Street, Caernarfon, Wales, LL55 1RW
  • Place, Caernarfon Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Parc Glynllifon
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Gypsy Wood Park
    ‪6 min walk‬

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Black Boy Inn Executive Double

Black Boy Inn Executive Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Boy Inn Four Poster

Black Boy Inn Four Poster

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twr Du Double

Twr Du Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Boy Inn Single

Black Boy Inn Single

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Black Boy Inn small double

Black Boy Inn small double

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Black Boy Inn Twin

Black Boy Inn Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Black Jacks Easy Access Suite Double

Black Jacks Easy Access Suite Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with curtains, and a chandelier.

Black Jacks Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks Suite Double

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite

Black Jacks 4 Poster Suite

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twr Du Executive Double

Twr Du Executive Double

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twr Du Small Double

Twr Du Small Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Black Boy Inn Double

Black Boy Inn Double

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Easy Access Suite Double

Ty Dre Easy Access Suite Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Twin Suite

Ty Dre Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Ty Dre Executive Double

Ty Dre Executive Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Suite Double

Ty Dre Suite Double

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ty Dre Double

Ty Dre Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Llety Small Double

Llety Small Double

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Llety Double with a sofa bed

Llety Double with a sofa bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Ty Dre House 2 Double beds

Ty Dre House 2 Double beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Caernarfon

Black Boy Inn puts you in the centre of Caernarfon, 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Caernarfon Castle and 7.8 km (4.8 mi) from GreenWood Forest Park. Highlights at this inn include 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. .The restaurant, 4/6, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Craft Bar is the inn's own bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Caernarfon inn include St Tysilio's Church and Menai Bridge.
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What's nearby

  • St Mary's Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Caernarfon Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parc Glynllifon - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gypsy Wood Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Redline Indoor Karting - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Llanfairpwll Station - 17 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tafarn Y Porth (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Anglesey Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Boy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Porth Y Brenin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Black Boy Inn

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Black Boy Inn. A complete renovation of Black Boy Inn was completed in January 2025.

This 4-star Caernarfon inn is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1522
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Black Boy Inn offers 53 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 46-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 15 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • 4/6
  • Craft Bar

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1522
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 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 8:30 PM 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night (984 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Black Boy Inn?

Black Boy Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Boy Inn?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Boy Inn on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$179, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Black Boy Inn?

The closest beach to Black Boy Inn is Rhosneigr Beach (19.2 km).

Is Black Boy Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that Black Boy Inn is a hit with families.

Does Black Boy Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Boy Inn?

No, Black Boy Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Black Boy Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Black Boy Inn's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Black Boy Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Black Boy Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Black Boy Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kieran

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eberhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, historic but modern hotel. Our room was in the adjacent house and very large, very modern, very nice bathroom. Good location to walk the area and the castle. Parking is available for a fee
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was so lovely. Room really clean, staff really helpful and food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My friend and I had a fabulous stay at the Black Boy. We received a very warm welcome, the staff were helpful, kind and courteous. Our room and all the public areas are well maintained and spotlessly clean. The shower was great, bed comfy and we were able to adjust the radiator to suit the temperature we like. Breakfast was great, hot dishes cooked to order. We absolutely loved that all the fires were lit and it felt really cosy on a cold winters day. We stayed in the original building, it was really quirky and very authentic. We would definitely recommend and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and excellent castle view location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew De

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location, tricky parking and carrying luggage to the house/lodge rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. The Black Boy in was welcoming and warm. Room was immaculate. Had evening meal and breakfast there both very high quality . All staff were efficient and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room was clean, staff are amazing, and the food is lovely, great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room friendly staff nice stay as usual
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean great room in a cool old building
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Clean room, excellent facilities and amenities. Fab location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and very friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and warm. Only issue we had was the bath plug not sealing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Food and beers very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Staff very helpful, clean & tidy room, very comfortable bed, very enjoyable stay, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Booked for two nights but only stayed for one. We thought we had booked the Black Boy for our stay but where allocated a room in another building. Not great given the parking is a fair distance from the building and as we were touring Wales so had a fair amount of luggage. Having to carry our luggage up three flights of stairs didn’t add to our relaxation. We freshened up and went for a drink and something to eat back in the black boy. As with many pubs the staff appeared very young and were more interested in chatting then serving. We ordered food which was pleasant but the background music was heavy rock which didn’t match our expectations for an ambient experience. We asked for the music to be changed but was told it wasn’t something they could do. We decided to try another pub which was a shame as the Black Boy certainly did have charm but seemed to miss its potential. Apparently on a Monday most pubs and restaurants are closed so we decided on an early night. The room, possibly because it was at the top of the building, was uncomfortably warm. There was a portable air con unit which did a little to bring down the temperature. We found the room to be clean and recently decorated but the bed was very uncomfortable. After a restless sleep we decided that one night was enough and we cut short our visit by one night. When we checked out we explained that the bed was uncomfortable but this was practically ignored. Overall the black boy didn’t live up to our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025