The Black Boy - Oxford
51.764185, -1.210724Overview
The Black Boy Oxford is a 5-star inn offering British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, plus an outdoor garden in Headington.
Dining Experience
The Black Boy's in-house restaurant serves British cuisine and accommodates special diets with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. Breakfast offers continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian selections, with juice provided. Themed drink offerings and seasonal ingredients make evening meals distinctive, with options like Whole Baked Camembert and Roast Loin of Pork.
Accommodation
Rooms at The Black Boy Oxford include king rooms and deluxe king rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and streaming services. Walk-in showers and work desks are provided, and some rooms feature a fridge on request. The hotel offers free parking and CCTV in common areas and outside property.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Black Boy Headington is 5 km from the University of Oxford and a short bus ride (costing £2) from the city centre. Blenheim Palace is 15 km away, and St Hilda's College is 3 km from the inn. London Heathrow Airport is 69 km away, and the John Radcliffe Hospital is within a 10-minute walk.
Entertainment & Activities
The Black Boy pub and hotel Oxford offers cycling, movie nights, pub crawls, and themed dinner nights for guests. The pub has live music sessions on Sunday afternoons and a garden area for relaxation. The bar serves a selection of wines, champagne, and local ales like Camden Brewery Porter.
Family-Friendly Services
Families staying at The Black Boy benefit from kids' meals and a friendly environment with prompt staff response to issues. The hotel provides daily housekeeping and express check-in/check-out. High chairs are available for young children in the restaurant.
- Dining: British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options plus themed drinks
- Location: 5 km from University of Oxford, 15 km from Blenheim Palace
- Rooms: King and deluxe king rooms with streaming services and walk-in showers
- Entertainment: Cycling, movie nights, pub crawls, and themed dinner nights
- Family: Kids' meals and family-friendly environment with prompt issue resolution
- Parking: Free parking available on-site
- Access: Easy bus route to Oxford centre (cost £2)
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed1 Double bed1 Double bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Black Boy
| 💵 Lowest room price | 134 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 3.4 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 69.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Heathrow, LHR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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