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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.5 star property
Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Boise State University

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Lobby
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Experience the vibrant vibe of West Downtown at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. Enjoy a morning coffee, get moving in the 24-hour gym, or unwind with a snack at the bar. Take advantage of dry cleaning services and concierge services for added convenience. With free newspapers and a gift shop on site, you'll feel right at home. Guest reviews rave about the breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is CA $114
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Exterior

Inn America - Boise

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 2,481 reviews
The price is CA $138
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Inn America - Boise
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About the area

Map
1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702

What's nearby

  • Boise Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Knitting Factory - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Idaho Central Arena - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Boise State University - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • ExtraMile Arena - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 14 min drive
  • Boise Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Capri Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Payette Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Green Acres Food Truck Park - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fanci Freez - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner puts you just a 5-minute drive from Boise State University. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Coffee Garden, which serves breakfast and lunch. A 24-hour fitness center and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) 6 AM–9 AM on weekdays and 6 AM–10 AM on weekends
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Dining

Coffee Garden - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 5 to May 28:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 28 to September 05

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Red Lion Boise Downtowner
Red Lion Downtowner
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner
Red Lion Hotel Downtowner
Boise Red Lion
Red Lion Boise
Red Lion Boise Downtowner
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Hotel
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Boise
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Hotel Boise

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner like?

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is in West Downtown, a short 12-minute walk from Boise River and 14 minutes' walk from Boise Centre. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Reviews

6.4

Good

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Air conditioning
Breakfast
Bed
Location
Shower
Bathroom
Lobby
Elevator

Reviews

6/10 Good

Shaun, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Never again.

Flooring in the rooms are the most recent updates to therooms. Would find better accommodations at a low rate motel. Staff was the only saving grace.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

The AC hadn’t been switched over so it was extremely hot in the room, one room had all the electrical stuff dangling out of the wall and the thermostat was hanging off the wall, not very clean at ALL
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Not worth it - even if rates are low!

This hotel needs major repairs. We were constantly in the lobby (along with other guests), trying to get our key card reset. They said they were having troubles, but I suspect it is because their system is old, and outdated. They told us we had to schedule service to clean our room, however no one came to service our room, even with scheduling it. There appears to be homeless folks staying in the parking lot in their cars/RVs. We were not aware of the homeless shelter program that was set up with this hotel and the city of Boise. It’s unclear if this program is still in place. This hotel is one to skip.
Richard, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Graduation downer!!

This was quite perhaps the worst hotel experience of my 56 years living on earth. I cannot believe that red lion still has their name tied to this property. I am 6’ 2”, 240 pounds and I’ve never felt so uncomfortable in a hotel in my life. I felt like we were lied too by this website in the sense that this property was rated as high as it was. What a complete joke. I will never stay at a red lion property ever again.
William, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Whitney, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The staff was excellent and friendly. We stayed with multiple rooms. The other rooms were good but the one I had the door kept not letting us in and went down 5 times for being unable to enter. The toilet handle was broken, one of the beds slumped you to middle and the other creaked. The slider did not lock, tv had no volume, no chair with desk and chair to sit in was broken. The rooms were big and had great lay out. Solid doors and walls so it was quiet from people on both sides.
Brian, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

This Red Lion is a good place to stay. It’s dated but has nice beds and a hot shower. The staff was excellent.
Allen, 6-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Beverly, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Good value but needs some maintenance

For the money, it was a good value overall. Somewhere online it indicated there was a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. They do not have a shuttle. It was a really nice hotel 30 or so years ago but it's age and deferred building maintenance is noticeable. The card swipe didn't initially work so we got different room. The elevator was also not working once we got up to our level. We had to use the stairs to go back down. They only left one caffine coffee K cup and one decaf in the room. The bed was clean and comfortable and the hot water and shower was great and plentiful.
2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor

Randi, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

old carpets in hall. bathroom floor corners dirty

smelled ind
Terry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location for your money

Very nice lobby. Fast desk check-in and helpful with info. I go on-foot, so being walking distance to downtown and the Greenbelt is a must. Great stay, so thank you, Red Lion!
Janice, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Reba, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Slept well

I was disappointed that the hot tub wasnt working. Other than that it was a lovely stay for a business conference.
Angela, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Durban, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

You get what you pay for....

First the good: The room is a good size, the location is near downtown and the bed was comfortable. The bad: We paid extra for a premium room which included a balcony. The screen door was off the track and leaning against the wall outside with a big hole in it as if someone kicked it the screen. The dresser was dirty like someone spilled milk all over the front. I had wipes with me and cleaned it off. The bathroom light in the ceiling did not have a cover and showed a lot of dirt and disgusting crud. The pillows on the bed were really small so I asked the front desk for another pillow. They could not find any extra pillows. I tried calling the front desk at 8pm and no one would answer. I called again at 8:10pm, still no answer. My room was non-smoking but it smelled like smoke, so we kept the sliding glass door open (with no screen).
Jeff, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

I would NOT go back.

The Good - Bathroom and beds were clean. Breakfast service with Lisa was excellent. The Bad - Hallway carpet was in terrible condition, dirty, torn, trip hazard, literally duck taped together, (2nd floor). Many of the room doors looked like they had been busted by police. Sliding glass door to balcony had no lock. Chair in room had stains and under cushion had piles of crumbs and cards. We had three rooms booked in our party. One family left immediately.
3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Room was dirty under the beds, under bathroom counter, closet door wouldn’t shut, slider door didn’t lock, built in the 1970s and has not been updated. All the doors looked like the police had busted them down. They could have filmed the Shining in this hotel.
Timothy, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great service and welcoming all around
Kael, 14-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Julie, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

We had alot of issues with dark brown water in sink and toilet, elevator shut down, bad tv,no phone to frt.desk,no heat,problem with extra blankets, no bath mat for old style tub,very slippery, no free breakfast as advertised, it's $10.It 3 rooms to get us settled, now the good, very good bed, staff was fantastic!! They are trying to make up for long over due maintenance and remodel . We are very easy going but this tested us on our get away trip.Not sure if we'll gamble on this location again but staff and location will weigh in on the next trip. Good luck and be patient if things aren't quite right at first, they will do they're best
T scott, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Bed was extremely comfortable. Although I felt the rooms were clean they were shabby and especially the woodwork/doors. We weee on the top floor, got in very latw on night of checkin so slept in a bit. They was some horrible occasional noise around 8am that seemed to come above us/roof? Sounded like dragging furniture. It was very loud and disturbing until it completely stppped around 8:20/8:30. check in/out staff was very friendly and helpful
Elisabeth, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Richard, 2-night trip
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