Title: The Black Boy Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Black Boy Guesthouse in Oxford with free breakfast and restaurant ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/b59329d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/2eae5155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/79ec2115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/027a4d6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/b399a7cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi £150 includes taxes & fees 27 Nov - 28 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 24 - Nov 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 25 - Nov 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=19213427&PinnedHotelID=19213427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/27c494e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Memory foam bed Premium bedding Fan Heating - 205 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/e89bf65a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Separate bedroom Memory foam bed Fan Rainfall showerhead - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Memory foam bed Premium bedding Fan Heating - 205 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19213500/19213427/2eae5155.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Premium bedding Memory foam bed Heating Hairdryer Hydromassage showerhead Rainfall showerhead - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Black-Boy.h19213427.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FOxford-Hotels-The-Black-Boy.h19213427.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.76405%2C-1.21075&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qwwHYOPSxqoFvT9JwV6sbm5rslw=) 91 Old High Street, Headington, Oxford, England, OX3 9HT #### What's nearby - John Radcliffe Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Headington Shark - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Oxford Brookes University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles #### Getting around - Islip Station - 12 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Courtside At Bury Knowle - ‬6 min walk - ‪The White Horse - ‬14 min walk - ‪M&S Café - ‬11 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### The Black Boy Guest house near University of Oxford Free breakfast, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Black Boy. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 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Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### 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 at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties A car is not required for transport 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 24 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Boy on 27 Nov 2025 start from £150.0, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Black-Boy.h19213427.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Black Boy located? > Located in Headington, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Headington Shark and Nuffield Health - The Manor Hospital Oxford. John Radcliffe Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Black Boy Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 107 8 - Good 23 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8/10 Good #### margarette 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Food was fabulous staff excellent. Breakfast great absolutely amazing food. ##### margarette Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, friendly staff, loved the dining options and the walkable area. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey 18 Jul 2025 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 ##### Tracey Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stefania 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities English pub in a quiet, but well connetted, area in Oxford. The room is nice, well equipped and with an en-suite, new bathroom. Great English breakfast served every morning and very helpful staff. ##### Stefania Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### asha 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort always love this hotel. ##### asha Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### alison 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 22 Jun 2025 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 ##### Thomas Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent stay, lovely food and friendly service. It’s great base to get into Oxford. ##### Victoria Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very nice all round Very nice all round. Great room and great food. Would recommend ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Nice place in Oxford with good breakfast and Parking ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 22 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A very relaxing stay, staff very friendly with excellent breakfast ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 2 Jan 2025 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 ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely staff, excellent breakfast. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 7 Dec 2023 #### Great hotel Food was exceptionally good and staff were so friendly ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely food ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful facility with delightful staff. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peyman 9 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A bed & breakfast that far exceeded our expectations. Will stay here again. ##### Peyman Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 12 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect stay! We stayed at the black boy for 1 night, the room was lovely, the food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3A8200F5991E338F3B091E9D72C78F6F7227CEF61681293092946.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/CE4516435AE363BA0BB609B13741E2BBECD50C0C1681293091391.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lucy Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen 5 Jul 2024 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. ##### Kristen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Mar 2025 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### douglas 24 Jan 2024 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 ##### douglas Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean modern room . excellent breakfast ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard 28 May 2024 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. ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 17 Aug 2023 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. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antoni 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved it ! ##### Antoni Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Osney Arms Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Osney-Arms-Guest-House.h6574099.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porterhouse Grill & Rooms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Porterhouse-Grill-Rooms.h24427599.Hotel-Information) > > [The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Randolph-Hotel.h21785.Hotel-Information) > > [The Galaxie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Galaxie.h11899953.Hotel-Information) > > [Malmaison Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Malmaison-Oxford.h7733850.Hotel-Information) > > [Newton House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Newton-House.h7499101.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Oxford.h12654.Hotel-Information) > > [Ethos Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Ethos-Hotel.h2141928.Hotel-Information) > > [Westgate Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Westgate-Hotel.h4335566.Hotel-Information) > > [The Head of the River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Head-Of-The-River.h4395170.Hotel-Information) > > [easyhotel Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Easyhotel-Oxford.h65706183.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oxford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Oxford-House.h21354897.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Oxford Thames by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Voco-Oxford-Thames-Hotel.h80393.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Oxford-City-Centre.h36762018.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Oxford Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Royal-Oxford-Hotel.h14983.Hotel-Information) > > [Remont Oxford Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Remont-Oxford-Hotel.h18173360.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Mercure-Oxford-Hawkwell-House-Hotel.h554934.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tree Hotel at Iffley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Tree-Hotel-At-Iffley.h11899956.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Mercure-Oxford-Eastgate-Hotel.h1222239.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Oxford.h12774838.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hawking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Hawking.h34752962.Hotel-Information) > > [Vanbrugh House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Vanbrugh-House-Hotel.h10066568.Hotel-Information) > > [The Buttery Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Buttery-Hotel.h2295630.Hotel-Information) > > [George Street Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-George-Street-Hotel.h18913127.Hotel-Information) > > [Linton Lodge Hotel, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Oxford-Linton-Lodge-Hotel.h455423.Hotel-Information) > > [George Oxford Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-George-Oxford-Hotel.h10019056.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswold Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Cotswold-Lodge-Hotel.h1209522.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Oxford Spires by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-Voco-Oxford-Spires.h520298.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Margaret's Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-St-Margarets-Hotel.h33411621.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bocardo Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Hotels-The-Bocardo-Hotel.h22465458.Hotel-Information)