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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Boise State University

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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
Hair dryer
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702

What's nearby

  • Knitting Factory - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boise State University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Idaho Central Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boise Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Hotel near Boise State University
Consider a stay at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a snack bar/deli.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and ATM/banking services
  • Free newspapers, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 182 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee Garden

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 28 to September 05
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 5 to May 28.

Is Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner located?

Located in West Downtown, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Boise Art Glass and Boise State University. Boise River and Jack's Urban Meeting Place are also within 15 minutes.

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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 445 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 473 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 482 out of 2585 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay and it’s really close to downtown, parks and other attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was beautiful, and I had a great room with a beautiful view. The amenities were excellent and the staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best check in ever! Super friendly and nice to our dog!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the hotel staff were absolutely amazing! Everyone I encountered went above and beyond to make sure that my family and I had the most comfortable stay! Rooms were spacious and clean and the breakfast was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice front desk people
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. King bed was so comfortable. Yes, they allow pets
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is perfect right downtown with shopping and restaurants also liked they
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place looked like a horror movie! It was filthy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Alfredo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures are NOT the truth. If you like raggedy, failing and creepy hotels this is your place. Only because my party arrived later than anticipated did we stay here. The price might be good but it was pretty awful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Been here for a week. And it was comfy with great water pressure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Glynis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The good: the staff were friendly and helpful. The bad: this hotel is dingy and dated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jadeyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sooooo dirty! In a terrible location right by a strip club.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place was fine to wish the ac was working.It was already a very hot day out and just finished a 14 hour drive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tully

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Best staff and service I’ve probably ever received in my life.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Opal

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, property is overall in very poor condition and needs remodel, the room was not clean either
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff but dirty and outdated property. Owners definitely need to put some money into this place to renovate and update.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were generally nice 1) the person in the morning who checked me out had no knowledge 2) the housekeeping did not come to my room to make it up and the front desk did not know why. The property in general is a very low rent old property. The bed was good and the shower and towels were fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown and staff was friendly. The place feels old and has dust, dirt, smudges and stains in the common areas and in my room. The HVAC system delivered the smell of cigarette smoke in my room (ick).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a horrible stay, but hot tub was out of order and the property in its entirety is is need of an update.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Walking distance to downtown!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the worst place I have ever seen, dirty, doors with holes. Staff looked sketchy, a lot of people hanging out. Do not stay here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rodolfo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where should I start? First of all the air confitioning wasnt working, they advertise breakfast-it wasn't available, the doors to the rooms looked like they all had been kicked in and the carpet was dirty and taped together. The Red Lion in Boise should be taken off Expedias website.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Theresa M.

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hallway rugs were held together with duct tape. Many of the doors had been kicked in and glued back together. The ceiling tiles were missing in the hallways and in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was alright. Balcony was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025