The Black Boy

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with restaurant, near University of Oxford

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Lounge
Food and drink
Bar (on property)
Lounge
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
The Black Boy offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, complete with free breakfast, a garden to unwind in, and a bar for socializing. Enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant or connect to WiFi in public areas. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Kids' menu
The current price is CNY1,200
CNY1,440 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
91 Old High Street, Headington, Oxford, England, OX3 9HT

What's nearby

  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oxford Brookes University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Churchill Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • University of Oxford - 9 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 19 min drive
  • Islip Station - 13 min drive
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 15 min drive
  • Witney Hanborough Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪White Horse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Heavenly Desserts Oxford - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bonjour - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M&S Café - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Black Boy

The Black Boy puts you within a 10-minute drive of John Radcliffe Hospital and University of Oxford. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of Thames River. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Cycling nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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

Are pets allowed at The Black Boy?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Black Boy?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Black Boy?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Black Boy and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. The Black Boy also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Black Boy?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Black Boy like?

The Black Boy is a short 10-minute walk from John Radcliffe Hospital and 9 minutes' walk from Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford.

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The Black Boy Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Restaurant
Pub
Bed
Towns
Parking
Welcoming

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, and wonderful with a great choice. (18 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food, with a great range of options, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

always love this hotel.
asha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place in great location

Friendly establishment-the food was great and it was a perfect base for Oxford and Blenheim Palace.Large,quiet rooms and comfy bed.
alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, lovely food and friendly service. It’s great base to get into Oxford.
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice all round

Very nice all round. Great room and great food. Would recommend
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place in Oxford with good breakfast and Parking
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay

Lovely place to stay very clean room as well presented had all the immunities the place itself is very nice staff very friendly and the breakfast was excellent. Couldn’t fault it in any way
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very relaxing stay, staff very friendly with excellent breakfast
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, excellent breakfast.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Food was exceptionally good and staff were so friendly
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely food
Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and great Customer Service

This is a lovely thoughtfully styled hotel. The staff are all genuinely friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. Decent water pressure in the shower. Generous supply of tea/coffee in room. Variety of tasty options on the dinner menu. The Full English Breakfast is a must have. Good central location for sightseeing. Would highly recommend and definitely would return.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful facility with delightful staff.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A bed & breakfast that far exceeded our expectations. Will stay here again.
Peyman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was wonderful and artfully presented (both breakfast and dinner in the dining room). We thought our accommodations were very nice.
Kristen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place away from the main chains

Walked in and great friendly staff , lovely room , great food in restaurant can’t fault the place
douglas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean modern room . excellent breakfast
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oxford overnight

Nicely renovated pub with comfortable room. Had even fresh flowers in the room which was a nice touch. Staff friendly and helpful and food was good.
Gerard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely pub stay. The room was very comfortable, forecourt parking, public transport short walk away. Breakfast included.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it !
Antoni, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Joanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short Break

Thoroughly enjoyable stay. No issues. Comfortable room great food and drink
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really great place to stop overnight. Lovely restaurant with delicious range of food on the menu. Greeted by friendly staff who were helpful. Lovely breakfast in the morning. Rooms were lovely.
ANNA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly host; made the whole stay so pleasurable and relaxing! Thanks!
Neil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Has character. Staff excellent.
David, 1-night trip