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The SPARROW

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

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

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
  • Place, Idaho Central Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boise Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boise State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

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

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 280 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

View all photos for Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

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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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
(17 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
(42 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

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
(14 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Sycamore)

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

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite (The Willow)

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

Suite (The Willow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 515 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Boise

Located in Downtown Boise, The SPARROW is adjacent to Woodland Empire Ale Craft 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
  • Idaho State Capitol Building - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boise State University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Matlack’s Public House Beergarten - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chandlers Prime Steaks & Fine Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zen Bento - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Owyhee Tavern - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The SPARROW

Hotel with a restaurant, near Boise State University
The SPARROW offers a water dispenser, a communal living room, and a picnic area. Self parking is offered for USD 15 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services. 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 gift shop.
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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The SPARROW?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The SPARROW on Dec 1, 2025 start from $113.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near The SPARROW?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Boise, just steps from Woodland Empire Ale Craft 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.

Is The SPARROW a good place to stay for couples?

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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book at The SPARROW?

Yes, some guestrooms at The SPARROW offer a patio.

Reviews

The SPARROW Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 745 out of 947 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 947 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 947 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 947 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 947 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

lausanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The actual property was really nice and clean but unfortunately we won’t be coming back. The club next door was so loud that not only could we hear it, we could feel it. The vibrations from the base shook our room and made it very hard to get any rest. There were people outside throughout the night and very early deliveries. We could hear everything. Was not restful at all and I had to drive 10+ hours the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a recently renovated property, and it was done very well. The location was great, but noisy in the mornings. It was recommended to us by our daughter who had stayed there recently, and we were glad that she did.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gurmehak

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Room backs up on alley with 4-5 dumpsters in it. Between the bums fishing through them and the two truck pickups (all before 6am), I was awakened so many times that I got very little sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karel

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, friendly staff. The location was perfect for walking around the downtown area. Parking was $15 per say byt worth it since you could walk everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan k.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved staying here. The location was perfect and the room cozy. We highly recommend staying here. We'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glyn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikolas

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and located near many restaurants. My only complaint is how noisy it is. They have a bowl of complimentary earplugs at the front desk, due to noise complaints from past guests, but it still does not completely help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and staff. We had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Great location for a stay in Boise

The staff were very helpful and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasufumi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Love The Sparrow !

This is a great place to stay, especially for the price. Staff is absolutely fantastic. Rooms are not karge but are comfy and very clean. The cofee shop in the lobby is an added bonus. Great location in downtown Boise. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Modern, Fun, Affordable

Compact yet well-appointed, modern, clean and with lots of thoughtful touches. Our family of 3 stayed in the Sparrow King and were super comfy. The bed was awesome, the toiletries smell AMAZING and are not miniature and wasteful which I appreciate. I also appreciated the filtered water available. The location is great, very walkable to shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here if I were to find myself in Boise again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

Retro and fun

Absolutely adorable hotel close to all the fun stuff at downtown Boise has to offer. We have stayed in their sister hotel in Walla Walla, and this was just as great! Very clean with thoughtful amenities in the simple and affordable rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025