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The SPARROW

2.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Boise State University

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Lobby
BBQ/picnic area
Suite, Corner (Cottonwood) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Idaho Central Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Boise Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Boise State University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Suite (The Willow) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (The Willow)

  • 515 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Corner (Cottonwood) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite (Sycamore) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Sycamore)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room (Queen with Bunk Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Boise

Located in Downtown Boise, The SPARROW is adjacent to Boise Art Glass and within a 5-minute walk of Jack's Urban Meeting Place. This 67-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Idaho Central Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Boise Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Knitting Factory - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Boise State University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 12 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grove Plaza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chandlers Prime Steaks & Fine Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The SPARROW

Hotel with a restaurant, near Boise State University
The SPARROW offers a picnic area, a communal living room, and a gift shop. Self parking is offered for USD 15 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This smoke-free hotel also has a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Electric kettles, safes, and desks are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (USD 15 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crisp
  • Form and Function

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2024
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - February 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 15 per night (500 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 uses eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The SPARROW?

The SPARROW offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The SPARROW?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Boise, just steps from Boise Art Glass and Jack's Urban Meeting Place, and within a short walk of Boise Centre. You'll also find Egyptian Theatre and Idaho Central Arena less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The SPARROW?

Yes, secured parking is offered for USD 15 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking, bicycle parking, and electric car charging are also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does The SPARROW have a casino at the property?

No, The SPARROW doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The SPARROW?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The SPARROW?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a rainfall showerhead, and a smart TV.

Does The SPARROW have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The SPARROW feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The SPARROW serves breakfast for a surcharge at Form and Function.

Does The SPARROW allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The SPARROW for a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The SPARROW?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from The SPARROW?

The closest major airport to The SPARROW is Boise Airport (BOI), which is 9.8 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The SPARROW?

Yes, some guestrooms at The SPARROW offer a patio.

The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 675 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 675 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 675 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 675 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 675 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great except for the construction noise across tge street and the ice machine not working. The hotel is clean and in a nice area. Everything was in walking distance and we felt safe even at 2am. The room was very nice and the bed was very comfortable. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Tustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me encanta
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kati

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all incredible and had great attitudes! Very helpful and accommodating-the room was wonderful and showcased their emphasis on sustainability. We could walk all over town and make it back to the hotel in 15-20 minutes which was very convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ix

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great visit at the Sparrow. Location is perfect, right downtown. Loved the eco friendliness of it, it was no frills in some ways: no ironing board etc. but that was totally okay. They did have a great water kettle and tea and the bedding was lovely. I'd totally stay again. Not ideal for mobility impaired, had to climb steps to get to the elevator. Fine for us, but important ot know!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Codi

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The noisy club across the alley way going all night and then the trash trucks picking up the dumpsters.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a room facing south toward the new hotel being built across the road. I woke up to loud conversations in the parking lot at 2am and the construction across the road started pretty early Sunday morning. This hotel is very clean and new. Once the neighbors are finished constructing, it will get 5 stars all the way from me. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fanta stoc!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was super convenient for everything like finding bars, finding dialing walking around the city. It was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little boutique hotel in an excellent location in downtown Boise! The staff was friendly and helpful and my room was cute and clean. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful clean new room. Prompt service for any concerns. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So cute

The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful. When we came in they were giving another couple recommendations for restaurants near by. The hotel is very cute and unique. The room was very clean and not just the same old hotel room. I do wish there was a secure entrance to the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When I am in Boise I prefer to to stay at The Sparrow for it's convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wr had a great stay at Sparrow. The hotel had everything we needed and more. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful. The location is perfect if you want to explore Boise.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025