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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.5 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and productivity in this downtown retreat.

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Experience the vibrant vibe of West Downtown at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. Enjoy a morning coffee, get moving in the 24-hour gym, or unwind with a snack at the bar. Take advantage of dry cleaning services and concierge services for added convenience. With free newspapers and a gift shop on site, you'll feel right at home. Guest reviews rave about the breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in West Downtown, a neighbourhood in Boise, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Boise Brewing and Payette Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Eighth Street Marketplace and Belgravia Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Idaho Central Arena, or consider a night out at Knitting Factory. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Boise travel guide
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1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702

What's nearby

  • Beautiful fall day along Boise River In downtown Boise, Idaho. #GreatOutdoors
    Boise River
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Boise State Field
    Boise State University
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Knitting Factory
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Idaho Central Arena
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Boise Centre
    16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    10 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    12 min walk
  • Matlack’s Public House Beergarten
    11 min walk
  • Capri Restaurant
    6 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 bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a gift shop
  • Meeting rooms, ATM/banking services and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 182 rooms have amenities, such as free WiFi, desk chairs and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Characters
  • Coffee Garden

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 cot
  • 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

  • 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
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
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 5 September to 28 May:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125.00 per stay), plus a one-off 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
Smoking rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 7 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125.00 per stay) plus a one-off USD 250.00 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 28 May to 05 September
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 swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from September 5 until May 28.

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

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$110, including 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.

Is Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 250.00 also applies. 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?

Checkout 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 Jack's Urban Meeting Place and Boise State University. Boise River and Boise Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Reviews

6.2

6.2

Cleanliness

5.8

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 656 out of 2554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 450 out of 2554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 430 out of 2554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 476 out of 2554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 542 out of 2554 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Room comfort
Hotel was conveniently located and affordable. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

The room was very clean, and the staff at the front desk and the house cleaning was kind
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price and staff were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history of this hotel is great. New guests need to be brought up to the real of status of the Red Lion Chain. And the staff are excellent. Prices are best I have seen in years. This puts me back into some travel into the new year. Also the connection to Sonesta seems to be a great partnership. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Work in progress. Needs updating but balcony was great. Clean. Slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Staff & service

Good and close to downtown

The location was great, it is an older hotel but it was good to stay in. the breakfast was good as well, it was more than a continental breakfast so was good to get going for the day!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful check in, super friendly staff! It’s an old hotel but has been maintained extremely well, very vintage and fun. The beds were comfortable, shower was hot, towels soft. We didn’t get to try the restaurant, bar, or breakfast, but the coffee was fantastic! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dustie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service is great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

BERNICE

We did not use the housekeeping service. We did visit the breakfast, the food was good and hot?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is run down, black mold around bath tub, no blanket on bed, no chair for desk. Staff moved me to another room. 2nd room big brownish water stains in toilet, desk chair would not raise up to use with high desk. Tv would not work. Missing panel in hallway ceiling by ice machine. The staff was friendly and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was absolutely stunning. Any issues we had got instantly resolved! Having amazing conversations and relatable times with staff allowed an easy and homely stay for our week at the red lion. Each person was personal and if a situation were to raise it was instantly resolved!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was great and the check in was flawless. The elevator is super slow though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cat

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff is great. The overal cleanliness wasnt that great. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only live about 45 minutes away so this is always my go to spot to stay at when in Boise for concerts! Rooms are always clean and comfortable and I say that as a former housekeeping supervisor for a hotel chain. Always a good stay here, but my girl Serena at the front desk? GIVE HER A RAISE!!! She remembered my boyfriend and I from a stay back in September. Remembered that I like a fan in the room, and when my airhead self left my hydroflask at the front desk she happily brought it up to my room. Definitely will always recommend this hotel, and if Serena helps you it’ll be an even better stay! Thank you! :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good to Very Good

Front desk service was extremely good room was above average. The hotel seems to be under construction as the hallways need refurbished dramatically overall, it was worth the money spent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st room, 1st night=85 degrees, no way to adjust it. Room 348 2nd room, 2nd night=no heat at all, and the watermain broke in hotel. All guests had to evacuate at 11pm. Room 470 3rd morning = the shower in my room wouldn't work, so no shower on the way to the airport. The staff was so very nice, and polite. Wonderful! Corporate is really letting them down by providing this absolute crap to work with. As it is, I cut my stay in half because of the conditions. It seems to me that I should be reimubursed for the whole stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The chairs in rooms are stained and dirty. The room only had a sheet on the bed, I had to call for comforter. The furniture is broken. It was quiet and comfortable just needs some new furniture
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Thank you

This hotel was just fine. Super friendly front desk. Bed was clean and really comfortable, sink, toilet, shower not so much. However, I'd stay again for the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice but never at front desk. The hotel was so outdated and falling apart. Okay if you are on a budget but not even worth the price. Pool was closed, carpets were dirty. Footprints & handprints all over mirror & wall. Only saving factor is the location is good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is so run down! Not clean at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the second time we stayed here during family week at BSU. The first time was okay, nothing fancy. This time, I had a hole in the wall where the thermostat was supposed to be, no dead bolt-only broken pieces on the door frame, the carpet in the hallway was duct taped together and so bumpy it was difficult to walk on, there was no phone or alarm clock, the hot water handle fell off the knob, many burnt out light bulbs, and there was lots of mystery "artwork" on the ceiling. The one plus was that the bed and pillows were comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were excellent. Hotel hasn’t been updated for years. Duct tape carpet. Wall paper failing. No exterior access except for the front door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025