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Black Boy Inn

4.0 of 5
Northgate Street | Stryd Pedwar a Chewch, Caernarfon LL55 1RW, Wales
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

we enjoyed our stay enormously, room was lovely, black jacks suite no.60.and our friends in room 52. although on the top floor so we tried to make sure we remembered everything we needed first time, as there is no lift. it was very well appointed, clean, & bed large and comfortable. great central location within 2 minutes walk of the... More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We have eaten at the Black Boy many times over the last couple of years and have never been disappointed, the restaurent is lovely and the food very good, if we have friend staying we always take them there. Our last visit with friends on Saturday evening was no exception, we had a lovely meal and our waitress Michelle was... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you for review . We do understand that the booking system can be a pain if you wish to have special time allocated. We have tried many ways of getting bookings to work efficiently and smoothly for customer and us . And have always come back to this booking time of 6.30pm and to allocated tables as they become... More

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Having stayed in some very poor B&B's in Wales, this one was a real treat. The room was spotlessly clean as was the rest of the pub/hotel, which isn't easy in such an old property which, in itself, is full of character. The staff were without exception friendly and helpful and any small problem is sorted out quickly and efficiently.... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
19 May 2013

So kind of you to write this lovely review of us . We are indeed an olde Inn and so glad you appreciate how difficult it is to keep an old Inn in this condition. The staff here are a credit to us in achieving this standard.We hope you will come back to stay with us again. More

Stockholm
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38 hotel reviews
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114 helpful votes 114 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Probably the best hotel of our Wales trip, a very old pub (16th C) with two bars and an excellent restaurant. We had three good meals there (hake fillet, braised beef, scampi). The stairs are narrow and steep and the are lots of black wooden beams to give the place character. Breakfast is served in a separate house and there... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for this lovely review . I am so glad you enjoyed the character of the Inn. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Turned up with my skeptical husband who wasn't too sure but from the moment we stepped through the door, all his fears disappeared. The room was No.3 and had a nice big super king bed. It was very clean and tidy with everything that we could have wanted - ironing board, fan, hair dryer and flat screen tv. Whilst the... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for the review . I am so glad we pleased your husband during your visit .All our rooms are different , room 3 does have small bathroom. When we refurbished the Inn it was fun trying to make everything fit More

Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Stayed for a night in the Black Jack Suite. Large room; good quality furnishings; kitchenette (hob - no oven); peaceful; clean and very comfortable. It is at the top of three flights of stairs; but the quality of the room more than makes up for it. What set this place apart was the service. We arrived after a serious incident... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for the review , i will pass your comments on to michele. I like the comment honest food friendly staff .So glad you enjoyed your stay. More

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Thought the inn looked lovely on our arrival. We had booked a two night stay in a junior suite and having worked through the past ten days I was looking forward to rest and relaxation. I had booked a junior suite which was unfortunately at the top of three flights of stairs! The suite however was clean and comfortable. The... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
15 May 2013

I really must apologize to you regarding the mishaps during your stay .As you stated our reviews are very good and it is unusual for the staff to get things so wrong . I am away myself at this time but i gather a member of staff made a decision which was wrong as regards the breakfast mix up of... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Found this lovely inn while looking for somewhere to eat. We popped in and as time was getting on we decided to eat. So glad we did. Food was wonderful. Yes good portions, but after a day exploring it was most welcome. And we ate here for the duration of our stay. No complaints at all. Lovely delicious flavoursome food... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
12 May 2013

We also thank you for finding the Black Boy and enjoying its quirky character and food. More

Wales
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10 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Visited here twice in the last month. What can I say, the food is absolutely lovely! Big portions. We made a mistake of ordering a starter and a main! WOOOW. It was to big the soup was like a main meal it self. All the food is home made, the chips are lovely! Very friendly staff. And reasonable prices. Tip-... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you for the feedback , we appreciate your views . We hope we are reasonable and in fact by the volume of our trade we are seem to be spot on. More

Sydney, Australia
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6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We stayed two nights at this inn. It was heavily booked & we were glad we had booked ahead. It is hard to find driving and whilst it advertises off street parking there is only limited spaces, not sufficient for all rooms. The stafff are very helpful and friendly. The room was clean & had a four poster bed but... More

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blackboy673604, Owner at Black Boy Inn, responded to this review
8 May 2013

We are indeed a busy Inn , and yes it does become very crowded here especially at peak season. As regards pricing we are seasonal as mentioned and prices are higher in the summer , but we compete under most hotels in area. Even the premier goes up to £110.00 per night excluding breakfast .But thank you for feedback all... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Black Boy Hotel Caernarfon
Black Boy Hotel
Address: Northgate Street | Stryd Pedwar a Chewch, Caernarfon LL55 1RW, Wales
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Region: United Kingdom > Wales > North Wales > Gwynedd > Caernarfon
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price range (per night): RM345 - 587
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Black Boy Inn is a listed building which is situated in the historic town walls of the Royal Borough of Caernarfon. The Inn is within easy walking distance to the town centre, and the famous 13th-century Castle. An old Inn dating back to 1522 and with its wooden paneling, low ceilings, and thick wooden support beams generates a cosy 'Olde Worlde' Welsh atmosphere. The Black Boy is a very busy Inn; please do not expect it to be a slow laid back hotel. It is in the centre of the tourist hub of North Wales and long wait times can be norm in middle of summer. Come and visit us in the winter season for a more laid back feeling.We now also have Black Jacks, which is another renovated building in courtyard, at rear of Inn .Black Jacks is away from the hustle of the main Inn . All suites have small kitchen area.No lift in building.Some Ground floor rooms are easy access with walk in showers , 1st floor variety of rooms as is 2nd floor.we offer 24 hour staff attendance. When you stay in any country you must wish to stay in somewhere that reflects that country ,we certainly do majority of our staff are welsh speaking and so are the owners .Meal timesSunday to Thursday: Noon until 9.00p.m. Friday and Saturday. Noon until 9.30p.m.Table reservations can be made via reception up to 6.30p.m. Table allocation after 6.30.pm. will be made on availability. Waiting times can vary and an indication of any delay will be conveyed to you. To arrange a table reservation (up to 6.30p.m.) ... more   less 
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