Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Fitness facility
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is $123
$109 nightly
$123 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

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1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Place, Idaho Central Arena
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Boise Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Boise State University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Two Double Beds

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Boise

With a stay at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, you'll be centrally located in Boise, within a 5-minute drive of Boise Centre and Boise State University. .This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Boise Towne Square Mall and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Roaring Springs Waterpark.

What's nearby

  • Boise River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Knitting Factory - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Idaho Central Arena - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boise Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boise State University - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 13 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Payette Brewing Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Maverik Adventures First Stop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Westside Drive-In - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Boise hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 182 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Enjoy a meal at Coffee Garden or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6 AM to 9 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6 AM and 9 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast.
Coffee Garden - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Characters - Onsite bar. Open daily.

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 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Characters
  • Coffee Garden

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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
  • 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
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 75.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125.00 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 250.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

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
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
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 75.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125.00 per stay) plus USD 250.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 656 out of 2621 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 2621 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 444 out of 2621 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 477 out of 2621 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 595 out of 2621 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well worth staying and the price was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location, nice room, super friendly staff. The hotel definitely needs some love but it was worth the excellent price!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah and Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Romana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great. Staff was helpful. I would recommend this establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Patio had cigarette butts on it pre us, but other than that great stay and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Only stayed one night but the staff was great, the room was great, and the price was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful visit! 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and the bed was comfy. The property was definitely a little dated but it had a nice vibe. The staff were pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, breakfast okay, staff helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My goto hotel when in Boise Idaho. Staff is excellent and facility is old but under new mgmt and lot's of new work being done.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is dated and could use a renovation, but the room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the continental breakfast was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great for our needs. Room was clean. Used the gym. I appreciate smaller properties where I can quickly get to my car, front desk, etc. and this property worked out great. Staff were friendly. Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is showing its age. However, it was very clean! Service was excellent. Much quieter than I expected being downtown. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an old hotel but it was clean. Staff were friendly. The breakfast bar was bare minimum. It was quiet. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is a little bit older, but the pricing is so favorable for us that the value was incredibly good. You can find a nicer place to stay, but add significantly more expense. The staff was attentive and responded to all of our questions and request very favorably. We would definitely come to this place again as long as the pricing remains similar to what it is right now.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, plenty of space, nice property. Loved the fact that the hot tub is open year round even though it is outside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Again nice room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, bed was comfortable, great location, but the hotel needs some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s everything as advertised. Downtown is walkably close. If you want to scoot, that’s a thing you can do too. The bed is soft, the elevator works, the heat works real well, there’s a TV, and the shower has a lot of pressure. It’s a fine hotel for the price and location. Dont sleep on the Cascadia toiletries either.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close to downtown Boise. Staff was so kind & amazing. I would say they went above and beyond for their guests. I did greatly appreciate the (at the time of my stay) included parking for being in Boise. Breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Adventure awaits. You want a story, this place has stories from the past written throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. We were in the older section of the hotel and there was a few things that needed addressed. The staff came up and took care of it shortly after I reported the issue. Beds were comfortable. Shower needs attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, price, staff. Disappointed that pool was closed. Breakfast was good but they ran out of some items one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026