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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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Experience the unique geometric pattern and modern design of our lobby, featuring comfortable seating and a welcoming reception area.
Stunning atrium with a wooden framework offers a view of the surrounding area.
Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, flat-screen TV, and dining table.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a geometric-patterned wall and comfortable lounge chairs.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Boise State University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Boise Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Albertsons Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, flat-screen TV, and dining table.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

Two single beds with wooden headboards and brown bedding, a desk with a flat-screen TV and lamp, and a chair near the window.

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

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Enjoy a comfortable stay in this room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

Two single beds with wooden headboards and brown bedding, a desk with a flat-screen TV and lamp, and a chair near the window.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two large beds with brown and white bedding, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Two single beds with wooden headboards and brown bedding, a desk with a flat-screen TV and lamp, and a chair near the window.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Two single beds with wooden headboards and brown bedding, a desk with a flat-screen TV and lamp, and a chair near the window.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Boise

Located in West Downtown within a 5-minute walk of Rhodes Skate Park, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is within a 15-minute stroll of Boise Art Glass. This 182-room, 3.5-star hotel has a 24-hour gym along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

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 with free parking, near Boise State University
At Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
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.

Languages

English

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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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • 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
  • Desk chair
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 28 to September 05.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner on Sep 7, 2025 start from $81.6, 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 see near Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

This hotel is situated in West Downtown within a 10-minute walk of Rhodes Skate Park and Boise Art Glass. You'll also find Boise Centre and Knitting Factory less than a mile away.

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

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner feature a casino on the premises?

No, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool will be open from May 28 until September 05.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a café and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Coffee Garden.

Will Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day.

Does Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

The closest major airport to Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is Boise Airport (BOI), which is 10 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 694 out of 2646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 486 out of 2646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 449 out of 2646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 492 out of 2646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 525 out of 2646 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hana

Really dirty, there was supposed to be a mino fridge in the room and there was none. The carpet is duct taped together.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Teagan

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There are drug addicts riding around their bikes and asking to let you inside. The blanket had dried blood on it. The inside doesn’t look it had a deep clean in years we stayed on the 3rd floor. When we got to the hot tub it was dark with a blue light needed more water. Definitely was a motel 6. Not enough camera outside we parked our uhaul definitely didn’t feel comfortable with it sitting outside all night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Beaverton

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Leann

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was really dirty and the furniture was torn and really dirty microwave didnt work carpets were ripped and tapped with tape walls were written and sinl was busted Was not impressed at all
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leslie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was dirty, the hallway carpets were held together with miles of duct tape, our room did not have a night latch, the room across the hall from us. The doors have been kicked in and was taped shut, there were no beds, do not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colt

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This Red Lion is a good place to stay. It’s dated but has nice beds and a hot shower. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive for a rundown hotel with no complementary breakfast. Pool is closed “temporarily” and the hot tub has be closed “temporarily” for so long the sign telling you it’s closed has just about completely faded away and there is 6 inches of dry dirt at the bottom of the hot tub. The beds were cleaner than your average 2 star motel and the staff was friendly than average hotel anywhere but everything else about this stay was worse than most 2 star motels we’ve stay in, and we have stayed in a lot of rough places. Wouldn’t spend more than $70 to ever stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean. The vents had dust hanging out of them, the floors under bed were dirty. The faucet would not turn off so water streamed all night long. The breakfadt was absolutely tasteless. It was very unpleasant! dirty. The faucet i
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colt

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

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Reasonably priced for room, staff are nice and welcoming, very outdated and walls have stains and marks where things have hit wall and so on, outdated showers/bathrooms, just needs some updating, tv is always a problem, area around hotel is not great but it is close to things and freeway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Randi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

old carpets in hall. bathroom floor corners dirty

smelled ind
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely dirty and it looked like someone had vomited on the side of the bed. I went to the front desk to ask for a new room and got a new room assigned that was only slightly less dirty. I couldn't get myself to stay there - and would never take my shoes off let alone sleep in a room that dirty. Yuck. Several of the rooms in the wing we were in looked like they'd been broken into. The front desk told me that it was because there had been a fire a couple of months ago and that the hotel didn't have the means to fix it. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful overall. I ended up leaving and asking for a refund.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Chantelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The complementary breakfast was disappointing. The biscuits were good, but the scrambled eggs, sausage, and gravy were cold and not at all appetizing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Slept well

I was disappointed that the hot tub wasnt working. Other than that it was a lovely stay for a business conference.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

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

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nasty it smelt so bad are clothes smell like it today leaving. Shower was dirty the ceiling is caving in. Hotel is under construction. Furniture in room was dirty and badly stained night stands was sticky. We walked in to dog poop on the floor. Parking was absolutely horrible. Vomit all over the parking lot cigarette butts covered the property. Worst experience stay and I am sick to my stomach with the smell.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very helpful staff. The rooms could use a very thorough cleaning. The entire place could use some updating. Very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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