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The Black Boy

3.5 star property
Comfortable guesthouse near University of Oxford

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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91 Old High Street, Headington, Oxford, England, OX3 9HT
  • Popular LocationNuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford9 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohn Radcliffe Hospital10 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford9 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)53 min drive

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8/10 Good

Nice place deep in Oxford neighbourhood. Not much around to walk to. Food was good and parking easy. Recommend if you...
Joe
May 28, 2024
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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oxford

The Black Boy is located in Oxford. Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Court Place Farm Stadium or Temple Cowley Pools. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford - 9 min walk
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 10 min walk
  • Oxford Brookes University - 18 min walk
  • Churchill Hospital - 4 min drive
  • University of Oxford - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Islip Station - 13 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪White Horse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪M&S Café - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Black Boy

Property highlights
Free breakfast, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Black Boy. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and a computer station

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Black Boy Pub Hotel Oxford
Black Boy Pub Hotel
Black Boy Pub Oxford
The Black Boy Oxford
The Black Boy Pub Hotel
The Black Boy Guesthouse
The Black Boy Guesthouse Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Boy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Boy?

As of Jun 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Boy on Jul 2, 2024 start from $135.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Black Boy?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Black Boy?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Boy?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Boy located?

Situated in Oxford, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Headington Shark and John Radcliffe Hospital. University of Oxford is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful facility with delightful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Traveled with partner
Nice place deep in Oxford neighbourhood. Not much around to walk to. Food was good and parking easy. Recommend if you have business in neighborhood. 1 to 1.4 hrs to LHR
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location for John Radcliffe Hospital. Very friendly and hospitable hosts. Let me work in the bar whilst I was waiting for my partner to have his procedure. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

douglas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place away from the main chains
Walked in and great friendly staff , lovely room , great food in restaurant can’t fault the place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were so kind to us opening breakfast early so we could get to LHR at a time they also helped us determine. The room was great, I would recommend this to anyone. Oxford is a bit of a mess right now with all the road work so staying on the outskirts was a benefit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Great hotel
Food was exceptionally good and staff were so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has character. Staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peyman, Louisville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bed & breakfast that far exceeded our expectations. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short Break
Thoroughly enjoyable stay. No issues. Comfortable room great food and drink
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly host; made the whole stay so pleasurable and relaxing! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As our son lives nearby my wife and i have stayed before and also been in regularly for drinks and found every experience a good one. Staff are aways so polite and helpful. Rooms are excellent and breakfast also excellent. My wife very impressed with the vegetarian breakfast as few places get this right. We have already booked to stsy again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Marissa, San Antonio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, especially Sarah. Breakfast and dinner were excellent. Parking is available but arrive early-limited. Smallish room but was fine for one night. Public transportation to Oxford nearby.

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay in Oxford
A lovely place to stay in Oxford. Easy to get into town, and a nice neighbourhood around the pub (pictured, and easy walking distance to the famous shark house!). Good food and numerous choices. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub stay. The room was very comfortable, forecourt parking, public transport short walk away. Breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay
What a great find. We were going back & forth to JR from Reading but decided to stay over as it saves time and The Black Boy was excellent- staff so helpful and friendly, food was amazing and our room lovely - we will be going back.
Best lemon posset ever!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oxford short stay great find
Brilliant, great location, easy to get to, really homely and friendly. Will stay again, discovered late on a park around the corner and the house with a shark in the roof, 200 yards away. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very relaxing stay, staff very friendly with excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very high standard of comfortable accommodation
Could not fault the friendly welcome, helpful advice on local services, breakfast and dinner options/menu and comfort/cleanliness of the Black Boy Inn. It is located within 5 minutes walk of regular bus services into Central Oxford (about 15 minutes away). It has off-street on-site parking which is important in the narrow, busy streets. Can highly recommend the Black Boy Inn for its accommodation and meals and I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023