Located close to GreenWood Forest Park, Black Boy Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and British cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and 2 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Multilingual staff, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
A computer station
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Free toiletries and hair dryers
46-inch LED TVs with cable channels
Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Welsh
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
Business services
Computer station
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
Thin carpet in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1522
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Edwardian architecture
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
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
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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
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 - 9:30 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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night (984 ft away)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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-authorize 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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
Is Black Boy Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Black Boy Inn?
As of Jun 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Boy Inn on Jul 14, 2025 start from P 8,053.27, excluding 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.
How much is parking at Black Boy Inn?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Black Boy Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Black Boy Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Black Boy Inn located?
Located in the heart of Caernarfon, this inn is steps from Caernarfon Castle, and within 9 mi (15 km) of GreenWood Forest Park and National Slate Museum. St Tysilio's Church and Menai Bridge are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Black Boy Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 1000 reviews
10 - Excellent
741
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1000 reviews
8 - Good
202
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1000 reviews
6 - Okay
37
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Poor
15
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Immaculately clean, lovely character room, friendly helpful staff and great dining options!
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very cool and charming old inn. Friendly staff and comfortable rooms.
Stephanie
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Amazing
Very friendly staff, went above and beyond.
Jacqueline
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Brilliant stay
Joshua
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Really lovely room, so convenient to everything and staff were very helpful and friendly. Totally recommend.
Barbara
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10
We stayed two nights and we had a very comfortable time. Our room was spacious. The property is well kept-better than many other historic hotels we’ve stayed at in the past. The breakfast was good and the snack selection in the bar was good. We didn’t eat a meal, but the nachos were delicious. The best thing about this place were the staff. Every person we talked to was friendly, helpful and efficient. A special shout out to Delwyn and Eryl for making our visit memorable.
Colin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Lovely place to stay - food excellent!
Brewlab Ltd
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10
Staff were very attentive, room was clean. Bar pleasant, very good location to amenities.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Generally excellent. Great staff.
Really needed a better (quieter) fan in the absence of aircon.
Huw
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Perfect.
Lisa
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Great room, spacious and well appointed. This area of North Wales is simply stunning.
Anthony
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Lovely stay at The Black Boy.
Nice comfortable room with a great shower.
Fantastic evening meal and breakfast with attentive friendly staff.
Convient for the bus to Llanberis/peny Pass
Reccommend highly and would stay again.
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10
They also own a building around the corner... thats where we lodged. Had to walk a couple blocks for breakfast. Quiet , convenient, and clean. Parking is orivided by the Pub but it's a 5 min walk uphill to the lidgings.
Charles
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
Convenient free parking
Terry
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Great hotel
David
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Perfect location. Friendly, helpful staff. Food in restaurants was great and locals are lovely!
Sandra
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Super stay on New Years Eve. Great parking at £10 for the night and smooth check in.
Ann
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
We really enjoyed our stay, lovely clean rooms staff very friendly
Breakfast was lovely nice hot food and a lovely variety
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Great stay fantastic rooms very clean . Authentic great Welsh hospitality.
Bob
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Fantastic atmosphere
Barry
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Overall good we were in room 30 I do not know where it was coming from but we could hear music till late at night and early in the morning 🤔🤔🤔.
Stuart
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
We stayed for one night and was not disappointed, the staff were friendly and polite. We have said we will come and stay again