There are not many places where you can sleep within centuries of history, wake beneath the walls of one of Wales’ greatest castles and have the mountains of Eryri waiting just beyond town. Dating to the early 16th century, the Black Boy Inn brings all three together in the historic heart of Caernarfon. Step through the door and the building’s past is still wonderfully present. Low ceilings, sturdy oak beams, log fires and timeworn walls give the pub its unmistakable atmosphere, while 47 bedrooms provide plenty of modern-day comfort. Accommodation extends across five distinctive collections, from rooms tucked into the original inn to elegant neighbouring buildings and larger suites.
Black Boy Inn Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 1RW
- 47 bedrooms
- 47 bedrooms
Historic Inn Within the Shadow of Snowdonia’s Majestic Peaks
Facilties & Amenities
- Beer Garden
- Breakfast
- Cask Marque Accredited
- Craft Beer
- Family Friendly
- Log Fires
- Parking
Bedrooms
No two stays here need feel quite the same. The Black Boy Inn has 47 individually styled en-suite bedrooms spread across five distinctive buildings, allowing guests to choose between the atmosphere of the original centuries-old inn and the character of its neighbouring properties. Stay in Bachgen Du – Black Boy Inn and you are right at the heart of the story, surrounded by the original building’s low beams, irregular lines and historic details. Jac Du – Black Jack’s brings a touch of Edwardian elegance, while Twr Du – Black Tower occupies a listed Victorian building within the inn complex. Ty Dre – Town House, another 19th-century property, is around a minute’s walk away, and Llety Suites provide the collection’s larger accommodation options.
Inside, period character is paired with the comforts you will appreciate after a day exploring North Wales. Expect comfortable beds, crisp linen, fluffy towels, toiletries, hospitality trays, a TV and complimentary WiFi. Z-beds for children are bookable on request with prior acknowledgement in a few select rooms.
Food & Drink
The family-run inn describes its approach as “field to fork”, working with suppliers from Gwynedd and Anglesey to create hearty pub food using seasonal ingredients. Breakfast gets the day started with options including a full Welsh, while the main and Sunday menus provide plenty of reasons to be back at the pub by lunchtime or dinner. Expect comforting classics including their famous homemade pies, local seafood, steaks, lighter options at lunchtime, and a traditional roast on Sundays. For beer lovers, the Black Boy Inn is a siren song. The bar is brimming with beers, ales, ciders, lagers, spirits, and wines. Amidst the ops and barley, tradition reigns supreme with oak beams and crackling log fires casting a warm glow on the timeworn walls.
