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The Black Boy

3.5 star property
Travelers find a welcoming retreat where they can relax with family-friendly meals or socialize over drinks at the bar in this comfortable establishment

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The Black Boy creates a warm, inviting atmosphere with its garden space and sociable bar. Guests start their day with free breakfast and can enjoy kids' meals at the restaurant. WiFi is available in public areas, and the staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ￥23,354
￥28,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Headington, a neighborhood in Oxford, is home to The Black Boy. Ashmolean Museum and Oxford Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Waterperry Gardens and Millets Farm Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Temple Cowley Pools or Iffley Road Track. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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Map
OX3 9HT, England, Oxford, 91 Old High Street, Headington

What's nearby

  • The Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, part of The University of Oxford in United Kingdom
    John Radcliffe Hospital
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oxford Brookes University
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Churchill Hospital
    3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Islip Station
    12 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Courtside At Bury Knowle
    6 min walk
  • M&S Café
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    17 min walk
  • Cafe Bonjour
    6 min walk
  • Pret A Manger
    13 min walk

About this property

The Black Boy

Guesthouse near University of Oxford
A garden, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Black Boy. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • Wedding services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Boy on Mar 19, 2026 start from ￥23,354, 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?

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?

Located in Headington, this guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Headington Shark and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from University of Oxford. Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford and John Radcliffe Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Black Boy Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay at the Black Boy - good room with a delicious dinner and breakfast added on . Within walking distance of hospitals which is a bonus for us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

margarette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food was fabulous staff excellent. Breakfast great absolutely amazing food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, loved the dining options and the walkable area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really welcoming and friendly staff. Room was comfortable, clean and well equipped. Had evening meal in the pub and even though they had two large groups in for Christmas meals they looked after us really well. Staff are the standout but the place overall was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

All the staff very friendly, professional and supportive. Lovely room, very comfortable bed, fresh linen and with the best shower ever.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff, food and cleanliness are what makes this property worth the stay. The food was excellent quality, the rooms were super clean, its easy to get into oxford from there and the above all else the staff went above and beyond. Wonderful stay and would go again if visiting oxford thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Very clean, smallish room, comfortable bed. Climate control and window options appreciated. Nice restaurant and bar. Attractive patio for drinks out back. Nice atmosphere, friendly service and very good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Great hotel

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice all round

Very nice all round. Great room and great food. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

douglas

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern room . excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely pub inn stay

The Black Boy was a lovely stay in an original pub. The staff were lovely, as well as helpful, the pub was a short walk from shops and cafes. And the staff graciously called us a taxi into Oxford. We stayed here for a wedding in Oxford and it was the perfect stay. The room was very clean, well stocked with tea and coffee, and the local soaps were nice in the clean and modern bathroom. Breakfast in the morning was great, too, with a proper full English breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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