The Black Boys Hotel
Colchester Inns
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Bed & Breakfast


At the Black Boys we have eight en-suite bedrooms, all furnished in a traditional style with modern comforts. Character features have been preserved where possible to give each room an individual feel.

Book one of our rooms and enjoy:

  • King-size, double or twin beds
  • En-suite with shower or bath, toiletries & hairdryer
  • Flat-screen TV & WiFi
  • Tea & coffee making facilities
  • Iron & ironing board on request
  • FREE car park / cycle storage
  • A selection of daily newspapers available in public areas

Book now

To enquire about our facilities or for any special requirements, please call us on 01263 732122 or email [email protected]

If you will be bringing an e-bike/bike/scooter please call ahead of your visit to make storage arrangements.

Coming soon!

We are pleased to announce that we are extending our hotel to a beautiful Georgian building just four doors down from The Black Boys.

The newly refurbished building, Bank House, will offer five additional beautifully furnished hotel rooms, bringing our total offering to 13 rooms.

We hope to open our doors towards the end of summer 2026. For any enquiries on stays from late August, please get in touch.

The Nelson Suite


Named after Admiral Lord Nelson, who visited The Black Boys in 1792, the spacious first-floor Nelson Suite offers a super king-size bed, double sofa bed and en-suite bathroom.

Original features in the room have been restored, while modern touches include a wall-mounted flat screen TV, chandelier lighting, and luxury bathroom with freestanding bath & power shower.

Carefully selected Farrow & Ball colours have been used throughout, while natural light floods in from two large sash windows which overlook the historic Aylsham Market Place.

The Family Room


In an annex on our first floor is a small lounge which can be booked exclusively with the twin room next door to provide a cosy suite of rooms ideal for a family or group - or just a couple who would like more space!

Book the Family Room to enjoy:

  • Entrance hall with built-in wardrobe
  • Cosy lounge with double bed
  • Bedroom with twin beds
  • En-suite shower room
  • Wall-mounted flat-screen TV in both rooms
  • Tea & coffee making facilities

Corporate Rates


If you are a business with a requirement for accommodation in Aylsham you are welcome to get in touch to discuss our corporate rates. Please email or call Matt on 07876 503354.

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