Name: The Black Boy Inn
Address: Northgate Street, Stryd Pedwar A Chwech, Snowdonia, Caernarfon, LL55 1RW, United Kingdom, Northgate Street, Stryd Pedwar A Chwech, Snowdonia, Gwynedd, LL55 1RW, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $103 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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The Black Boy Inn

Northgate Street, Stryd Pedwar A Chwech, Snowdonia, Caernarfon, LL55 1RW, United Kingdom –

*9.1* Caernarfon Castle: only 2 minutes away! (450 feet by foot)

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every thing at black boy was excellent could not fault any thing staff room food bedding restaurant location all brilliant

Lesley, United Kingdom

Everything. Lovely, friendly staff. Excellent food. Lovely breakfast cooked to perfection. Bacon and sausages were sooo tasty. Comfy big bed. Free WIFI with a good signal. Tea and coffee making facilities were excellent with a really good choice.

Ian, United Kingdom

Quaint olde worlde inn with modern service standards. Cheerful staff, great rooms, great food, friendly bar all in a very convenient location.

Chris, United Kingdom

The bed was fabulously comfy the room was shinning and spotless the staff were super friendly good super.

Valerie, United Kingdom

Great location friendly staff good atmosphere lovely food

Ian, United Kingdom

Great hotel, fantastic food and the largest four poster bed I have ever slept in

Austin316, United Kingdom

The refurbishment has made a big difference and the room we stayed was excellent as was the ensuite. Beds are very comfy and the food both breakfast and dinner was very good. An extremely busy pub and not surprising.

Ian, United Kingdom

Beautiful old building but sensitively modernised. Very efficiently run, as needed to cope with the large throughput of visitors. Conveniently located in a pedestrianised part of the town. Excellent staff. Bedroom, bathroom and restaurants all memorably good.

John, United Kingdom

Lovely traditional hotel, great staff, fab breakfast

Sheran, United Kingdom

Great character and history of building, lovely room, clean, very comfortable. Breakfast excellent, as was evening meal in the restaurant. Staff friendly and helpful throughout.

Sally, United Kingdom

One of our top picks in Caernarfon.

The Black Boy is a 16th-century inn within Caernarfon's historic town walls. It serves hearty gastro Welsh food and real craft beers in front of roaring log fires and is an easy walk from the town centre and 13th-century castle.

The Black Boy Inn dates back to 1522 and is one of the oldest inns in North Wales.

Whilst updating the rooms to a high standard, the property has retained their unique character and atmosphere by using local, traditional building materials with handmade furniture and quality fittings. Some of its walls are 1.2 to 4.9 feet thick. The wood panelling, creaking floorboards, low ceilings, narrow staircases and thick wooden beams create a cosy atmosphere.

Black Jack's is a separate part of the inn and is located in a courtyard to the rear. Eight of these 10 spacious rooms have mini kitchens and a small seating area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Caernarfon! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.2 for two-person stays.

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	Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 149 ft² Features include a large-screen TV, bathroom with shower, and tea and coffee making facilities. Towels are replaced daily on demand. There are beams in the rooms on the second floor. Room Facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Junior Suite With 4 Poster Bed 1 queen bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 388 ft² A more luxurious and spacious room with period features, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV. These rooms are in a separate building at the rear of the inn and have cooking facilities. Room Facilities: Shower, Bathtub, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Microwave, Dishwasher, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Dining area, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Wardrobe/Closet, Toaster, City view, Towels, Linens, Dining table, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Wine glasses, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Queen Junior Suite 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 248 ft² In a separate building at the rear of inn, added and renovated in 2012, these suites are situated on the first or second floor. They contain a bathroom, small kitchenette, and main bedroom. We fresh towels are provided daily on demand, and each suite also has a large TV. Room Facilities: Shower, Bathtub, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Microwave, Dishwasher, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Dining area, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Toaster, City view, Towels, Linens, Dining table, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Wine glasses, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Executive Double Room 1 king bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 258 ft² Situated within The Black Boy Inn, this is a more luxurious and spacious room with period features, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Most of these rooms have both a bathtub and a shower. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, Bathtub, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Wine glasses, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Twin Room 2 twin beds or 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 186 ft² This room has its own bathroom with shower, tea and coffee making facilities, and a large-screen TV. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, Bathtub, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Small Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 119 ft² Compact room with a bathroom with shower and a large-screen TV. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double Room with Four Poster Bed 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 201 ft² Situated within The Black Boy Inn, this room has a four-post bed, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, Bathtub, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Bathtub or shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Double Room 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 157 ft² These rooms have a large TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a bathroom with shower. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Junior Suite - Disability Access 1 king bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 298 ft² Situated within Black Jacks in the courtyard of the inn, these ground-floor, easy-access rooms have a walk-in shower, queen size bed, and cooking facilities. Room Facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Microwave, Dishwasher, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Dining area, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Toaster, City view, Towels, Linens, Dining table, Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet paper , Toilet With Grab Rails, Walk-in Shower, Lower Sink, Emergency Cord in Bathroom, Shower Chair, Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Queen Double Room with Shower 1 king bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 213 ft² Situated within Black Jacks in the courtyard of the inn, this room has a TV, facilities for making tea and coffee, and its own bathroom with a shower. Towels are replaced daily on demand. Room Facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Desk, Ironing facilities, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Heating, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, Electric kettle, City view, Towels, Linens, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Toilet paper , Trash cans, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body soap, Shower cap, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in Date Check-out / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children

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We are within 200 yards of the world famous Caernarfon castle and 20 minutes away from Snowdon mountain railway. Stay in the heartland of welsh speaking wales the true welsh ambiance.

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Closest Landmarks

Caernarfon Castle 0.1 miles
Anglesey Sea Zoo 2.7 miles
Tyddyn Mawr Golf Club 3.6 miles
Penrhyn Golf Club 4.5 miles
Dolbadarn Castle 6 miles
Snowdon Mountain Railway 6.7 miles
Llanberis lake railway 6.8 miles
Bangor Cathedral 8.5 miles
Penrhyn Castle 9.3 miles
Snowdon 9.5 miles

Restaurants & Markets

black boy Restaurant 0 miles
bar Cafe/Bar 0 miles
spar Supermarket 0 miles
caernarfon Market 0 miles

Natural Beauty

snowdon Mountain 8 miles
Llanberis Lake 8 miles
porthmadog Ocean/Sea 15.5 miles
caernarfon River 0 miles
Railway highland Ski lift 0.1 miles

Closest Airports

Liverpool John Lennon Airport 60.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The bed was fabulously comfy the room was shinning and spotless the staff were super friendly good super.”

Valerie

United Kingdom

“Great hotel, fantastic food and the largest four poster bed I have ever slept in”

Austin316

United Kingdom

“Very helpful friendly staff. Excellent food.”

Jennywren55

United Kingdom

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1 Restaurant On Site

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Food: European

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, High tea

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

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Pets are not allowed.

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The Fine Print

Car parking is allocated by reception at check-in, if you are an early arrival you will be given a parking permit and directed to Slate Quay Car Park by the castle. Parking next to the Inn is chargeable and unsuitable for large cars

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

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

Kindly note this property has no lift.

Please inform The Black Boy Inn 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 provided in your confirmation.

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August 15, 2017

Lesley
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Junior Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇every thing at black boy was excellent could not fault any thing staff room food bedding restaurant location all brilliant
August 15, 2017

Ian
United Kingdom
10

“2nd visit and will definitely return.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Nothing.
눇Everything. Lovely, friendly staff. Excellent food. Lovely breakfast cooked to perfection. Bacon and sausages were sooo tasty. Comfy big bed. Free WIFI with a good signal. Tea and coffee making facilities were excellent with a really good choice.
August 15, 2017

Chris
United Kingdom
10

“A Hidden Gem ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉liked everything
눇Quaint olde worlde inn with modern service standards. Cheerful staff, great rooms, great food, friendly bar all in a very convenient location.
August 14, 2017

Hannah
United Kingdom
10

“Excelent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Did not explain how to use the touch card for the room.
눇Every thing
August 14, 2017

Valerie
United Kingdom
10

“Brilliant will defenatly be visiting there again can't wait”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite With 4 Poster Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Everything was spot on
눇The bed was fabulously comfy the room was shinning and spotless the staff were super friendly good super.
August 14, 2017

Ian
United Kingdom
10

“Great value lovely experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing
눇Great location friendly staff good atmosphere lovely food
August 13, 2017

Austin316
United Kingdom
Age group: 55 – 64
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
- • Stayed 2 nights
눇Great hotel, fantastic food and the largest four poster bed I have ever slept in
August 9, 2017

Ian
United Kingdom
10

“Excellent. A repeat visit sometime”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉It was all good
눇The refurbishment has made a big difference and the room we stayed was excellent as was the ensuite. Beds are very comfy and the food both breakfast and dinner was very good. An extremely busy pub and not surprising.
August 9, 2017

John
United Kingdom
10

“Returned for another short break!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉The portions at meals were too large for me, but I recognise that many visitors will have larger appetites than I, so this is an observation rather than a criticism.
눇Beautiful old building but sensitively modernised. Very efficiently run, as needed to cope with the large throughput of visitors. Conveniently located in a pedestrianised part of the town. Excellent staff. Bedroom, bathroom and restaurants all memorably good.
August 9, 2017

Brian
United Kingdom
9.6

“we had a great stay, and would recommend the inn .”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Junior Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇The bedroom was lovely with a very comfy bed
August 9, 2017

Sheran
United Kingdom
9.6

“Lovely hotel”
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Room 2, was extremely noisy so would recommend a back room
눇Lovely traditional hotel, great staff, fab breakfast
August 4, 2017

Sally
United Kingdom
8.3

“Evacuated at 2.30am by fire alarm, otherwise great for one night stop, food and service excellent.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Fire alarm tripped in early hours, 2.30am, staff response poor, didn't seem to know what to do and did not visit room to advise or update us on situation. When I called down the stairs " are we staying or going " I heard "I suppose I've got to get everyone out" Loud music somewhere in building until after midnight. No parking - £5 overnight for space in a small adjoining car park and a warning from reception we would get blocked in in the morning, or on pay + display round corner, where we had to leave hotel to start paying from 10 am.
눇Great character and history of building, lovely room, clean, very comfortable. Breakfast excellent, as was evening meal in the restaurant. Staff friendly and helpful throughout.
August 4, 2017

Nicholas
United States of America
10

“It was a one night stay but it was perfect.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Double Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Breakfast was great, very clean comfortable room. Staff were all very nice.
August 3, 2017

Dawn
United Kingdom
10

“Lovely room”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Food was average, generous portions, food expensive
눇Lovely large comfortable bed
August 2, 2017

Andrew
United Kingdom
9.2

“For us- the only place to stay in Caernarvon”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Junior Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉As above.
눇The Breakfast was excellent. Prompt service by friendly and attentive staff. I was disappointed at the need to book in advance for dinner. We did not, expecting that guests would be able to have dinner, but we were disappointed. That being said, we ate nearby and this did not detract from the enjoyable stay at an excellent hotel.

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