The Black Boy Inn - Caernarfon

Historic family-run inn inside Caernarfon's medieval walls, since 1522

Accommodations

The Black Boy Inn offers 47 guest rooms spread across five historic properties: Black Boy Inn, Black Jack's, Trw Du, Ty Dre, and Letty Suites. Each room is furnished with handmade furniture and local materials, with some rooms featuring low beams, thick stone walls, and four-poster beds. All rooms provide private bathrooms, and the hotel offers easy-access rooms on request, though there are no elevators in any of the buildings.

Location & Grounds

The Black Boy Inn Caernarfon sits within the medieval town walls, a 3-minute walk from Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The inn is a short distance from Snowdonia National Park and the Welsh Highland Railway, offering a base for adventure and history. The outdoor beer garden, terrace, and garden provide space to relax, and the hotel has dedicated bike and motorcycle parking.

Dining & Bar

The inn's restaurant holds a Visit Wales Bronze Award for its farm-to-fork British and Welsh cuisine, using locally sourced produce. Guests can choose from a lively pub environment serving craft beers and local spirits, or a restaurant that offers special diet menus for allergies, such as gluten-free options. The inn also provides kids' meals, packed lunches, and a wine/champagne selection.

Family & Children

Black Boy Inn Caernarfon includes a children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and board games/puzzles to keep young guests entertained. Family rooms are available across the five properties, and the hotel's location inside the walls allows easy access to the castle and harbor. The kid-friendly menu includes options for younger diners in both the bar and restaurant.

Services & Sustainability

The Black Boy Inn is one of the few remaining family-owned free houses in the UK, and it runs sustainability initiatives to minimize environmental impact through sourcing and operations. The hotel offers accessible parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and facilities for disabled guests including grab rails and a lower bathroom sink. Additional services include car hire, daily housekeeping, express check-in/check-out, and 24-hour security with CCTV coverage.

• Accommodations: 47 rooms in five historic buildings with handmade furniture
• Location: Inside Caernarfon's medieval walls, 3 min from Caernarfon Castle
• Dining: Visit Wales Bronze Award restaurant with farm-to-fork cuisine
• Family: Children's playground, kids' play equipment, board games
• Sustainability: Family-owned free house with environmental initiatives
• Parking: Bike/motorcycle parking and electric vehicle charging station
• Accessibility: Easy-access rooms and facilities for disabled guests