The Black Boy - Oxford
51.764185, -1.210724Overview
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Black Boy Oxford hotel is about a 25-minute walk from The Oxford Artisan Distillery. Parking is available on site at this 4-star hotel.
Location
Headington Baptist Church is located merely a 5-minute walk from the property, and such natural sites as the 117 hectare naturalistic parkland "Shotover Country Park" are nearly 5 minutes' drive away. The hotel is at a distance of 3.1 km from Pitt Rivers Museum and at a medium distance from Bury Knowle Park. The accommodation is also at a distance of 2.7 km from Magdalen Constituent College Deer Park.
There is Osler Road bus stop close to The Black Boy hotel, it's about 5 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
The rooms come with tea and coffee making equipment, as well as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' convenience. For more comfort hairdryers and bath sheets along with a separate toilet and a shower are provided. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at this Oxford hotel.
Eat & Drink
The restaurant is open daily for breakfast. The spacious bar is also available. Located only a few metres from this smoke-free hotel, the café Jacobs and Field offers an Italian menu.
Rooms and availability

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed1 Double bed

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Essential information about The Black Boy
| 💵 Lowest room price | 343 NZ$ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 3.4 km |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 9.2 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 69.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Heathrow Airport, LHR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of The Black Boy
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missingWrote a review on 04 Jan
New-fashioned and spotless units with a great bed, nice toiletries plus drinking chocolate. Great location in the garden which is a lovely setting in a lovely area. Again, walking distance to a rooftop sculpture.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Jan
The location was excellent and perfect, and we could reach Old Headington Village Hall by walking. The service was exceptional, the staff were efficient and excellent.
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missingWrote a review on 21 Decdelicious mealscozy vibecaramelised lemon tartlong wait
What a lovely experience! The restaurant served delicious meals, and I enjoyed the caramelised lemon tart . The cozy vibe with the log fire was a good touch. I'll definitely return!
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missingWrote a review on 01 Novcozy atmospheredelicious breakfast
Charming, Charming, Charming
I loved the cozy atmosphere in my Beautiful King Room, perfect for snuggling up after a day of exploring. The breakfast was a total game changer-freshly cooked to order with mouthwatering options, especially the full English! Plus, the garden area was an enchanting spot to unwind with a drink, surrounded by lovely trees and ambiance.
totally recommend 🌟❤️
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missingWrote a review on 19 Oct
Don't miss the delicious breakfast. consider trying the seasonal ingredients for a unique taste experience.
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missingWrote a review on 18 Augcozy cornercomfortable beddelicious breakfast
The room was beautifully remodeled with a cozy corner for reading, and the bed was comfortable. I loved the delicious breakfast, especially the beef brisket. The staff was warm and cute.
No significant issues .
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missingWrote a review on 17 Augfriendly staffcomfy roomgreat breakfastslow servicelimited menu
The staff were super friendly and was like fam. Loved the comfy king room and the atmosphere was just right for chillin out. Breakfast was delish, proper full english, and the location was perfect for exploring oxford. Really enjoyed staying in a proper english pub, it.
Only issues were that the vegetarian options could be better and the drinks service was a bit slow. They should really up their game in the dining area.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Augfriendly stafftasty foodconvenient location
A Nice Stay with Really good Service
We spent one wonderful night enjoying a king room. The staff stood out with their warmth and attentiveness. Dinner from the set menu offered delicious choices that was so good. Be mindful of parking. You might need to navigate a bit, but alternative spots are available nearby.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Julquiet roomhuge breakfastclose locationoverwhelmed staff
Great stay, awesome breakfast!
We spent two nights in a King Room and really liked it. The room felt more like a hotel than a B&B, cool. Super quiet, no noise from the bar. Breakfast was huge and tasty! Just be ready to cycle a bit to get into the busy center of Oxford. Only thing was the staff seemed overwhelmed at times.
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missingWrote a review on 30 Juncozy king roomcharming atmosphere
Had a cozy King Room for one night, with a super comfy bed and a massive bathroom. The pub garden was a hidden gem. Really enjoyed the delicious food while soaking in the charming atmosphere. Plus, got to explore the cool Malmaison Hotel nearby!
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missingWrote a review on 26 Junconvenient parkingpersonalized servicecrowded bus
great stay but some minor issues
The off-street parking was convenient for us. The breakfast featured excellent fresh ingredients, particularly the eggs. Our host, Sarah, were really nice too make my birthday special.
The bus route to the city can feel crowded during peak times.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Juncozy roomtasty breakfastexcellent locationlimited play area
The location near Headington was perfect for our family outings, with easy access to bus routes into Oxford. Plus, the breakfast had so many tasty options that kept everyone happy, including mum.
My kids wished for a larger play area outside for some fun activities.
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missingWrote a review on 20 Junfriendly staff
Let me tell you, the friendly staff were really on top of things. I remember arriving kinda early and they offered us coffee on the house while we waited for our room to be ready. And the breakfasts? Fantastic, fresh, just what you need to start the day right.
It wasn't exactly a bargain, but considering the service, it was still acceptable.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Jungood breakfastchoices
The breakfast had lots of choices, making it a nice start to the day. Try to ask about all meal options when you check in.
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missingWrote a review on 31 Mayquiet locationgreat serviceclean room
We stayed at the black boy for 2 nights and loved how peaceful the location was. It was a short bus ride to the city. The king room was clean and comfy, and we especially enjoyed the good shower. The staff were fantastic, always friendly and helpful. The food in the restaurant was delicious!
100% recommend
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