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Reviews of The Black Boy Inn 4 stars

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

#41 of 161 hotels in Caernarfon

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Review score

Based on 986 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Very enjoyable. A good location to explore Snowdonia.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twr Du Queen Room (smaller)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind.

    The large Welsh breakfast was excellent, particularly the sausages.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    8.0
    Helpful Above and Beyond
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Jacks Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    This lovely hotel is located in an atmospherically ramshackle group of ancient buildings in the shadow of Carnarvon Castle. It is so close to the city walls that we, and the satnav, became somewhat confused in the final hundred metres. The welcome could not have been warmer and the room was comfortable. We ate in the bar where the menu was fairly typical pub food served by friendly staff, who may need a little more familiarity with the drinks stocked. When we got home we found we had left a bag of chargers and cables in the room. The person we spoke to (Amanda?) could not have been kinder or more helpful and organised them to be posted back to us the next day. This was service beyond any expectation and highly commendable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    9.0
    We had a lovely time, staff very helpful n considerate.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Black Jacks Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy outside early in the morning.

    Great location, great shower n beds very comfortable food at pub was great, rroom well supplied. Staff great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twr Du Queen Room (smaller)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    A truly excellent weekend stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Black Boy Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    This 500 year hotel is full of character and perfectly located near to the castle. The staff were extremely efficient and cheerful. The large Welsh breakfast just set you up for the day and the food generally was excellent and good value for money. Add very decent selection of beers and what's to like

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Jacks Suite Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The parking arrangement could have been more convenient. However given the location it's difficult to see how.

    The room was very good. The location was exceptional.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    10
    Luxurious stay in an iconic inn within the walled city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Jacks Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    One of the waitresses in the restaurant had a terrible cold so not sure if they were short staffed. We paid for parking and it was a bit of a walk away. There is parking right at the inn but it is more expensive.

    We did not have breakfast included in our stay. The room and the bathroom exceeded our expectation as it was very large. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was massive. It had lot of space to put toiletries and was very luxurious. As this was a very old inn, we did not expect this. The inn is in the walled part of the city so it was a bit tricky to find.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Fantastic stay-can't wait to be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Executive Room Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC in the room was a bit too loud and I had the feeling not cooling much.

    A very old inn, combining comfort and the flair of being very old. The room was very spacious, the staff is friendly and helpful, the food is delicious. Brilliant location, within the old town, only 2-3min from the castle. Definitely the place we will stay in , when we are back.😊

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location Historic building Fantastic showers Helpful staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Jacks Suite Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were very efficient and helpful. Bed was comfy, dinner was good, bathroom was very clean and good fixtures, large bath and hot water. Traditional inn style bar and restaurant. Lots of history, 20 mins drive from Eryri.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Brilliant in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Black Boy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Food was very good. Rooms were very comfortable the bathrooms were excellent with bath as well as a shower. I’d say a little noisy but the earplugs in the bedside cabinet were a nice thought. Car park a little tight but we managed. Most importantly the staff were very helpful and nothing was to much trouble however busy they were. We will definitely stay again x

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel within Caernarfon walls
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Black Boy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Pillows.....I found them too firm and created problems for my sleeping. Otherwise all good.

    An amazing experience to sleep in a property with the walls of Caernarfon. All the staff were very helpful. Our room was very comfortable although the pillows were too firm in my opinion. The breakfast was a winner and special mention to Delwyn who was so very helpful at the breakfast service and prevented me from burning the Inn down using the toaster!!! Parking is arranged by the staff and we managed to park at the side of the Inn at a cost of £10 per night. However there is free parking a short walk from the hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was unbearably and uncomfortably hot.. We didn't mention this during our stay, as we could not see a solution. So it might be an issue solely related to the room and the warm weekend and possibly unfair to mention it. But it did cause 2 poor nights sleep and so something to bear in mind if allocated room 3.

    Location, food and staff - albeit queues for the bar were quite lengthy Assistance with parking arrangements Great shower in bathroom

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twr Du Queen Room (smaller)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We had a wonderful stay They were very welcoming

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Four Poster Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No faults

    Always love staying here foods great and location clean staff friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location, annoying having to park so far from the hotel. Food really needs improving.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Jacks Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Food

    Rooms were good. Dinner meals were pretty bad. Not at all appetizing. We went elsewhere after that one meal.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Black Jacks Room with Shower Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Interesting historic building in fantastic location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Clean friendly would return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Executive Room Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    All of it

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Black Boy Executive Room Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness of bar staff

    Atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Couldn’t recommend it enough. When we are in the area again, we’ll be staying here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Executive Room Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property looks amazing and clean. The staff were very polite, friendly and helpful and we had a dinner the evening we arrived and breakfast the next morning and both were very tasty. The locals were very friendly also.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    You won’t be disappointed staying here
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Black Boy Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff so friendly Homely and comfortable feel to hotel Lovely food Just brilliant

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Super pub hotel in ancient walled town.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Black Boy Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big problem but worth noting that the on site car park is rather small, costs £10 per night and gets blocked by deliveries, so we took the receptionist's advice and parked in the municipal carpark a few minutes walk away for £5.60p.

    Excellent location, comfortable room, lovely shower and delicious food. Breakfast was perfect. Staff were very welcoming. It is located just inside the ancient walled town, so it feels as if you are within a castle wall!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Black Boy Inn is a great place to stay and dine.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Executive Room Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is very helpful. The facility is very nice. The restaurant food is excellent,

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Black Boy Four Poster Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely night away in well run and comfortable accommodation

    Stayed in February 2024

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