Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool

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Map
1800 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Boise Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Idaho Central Arena
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Boise State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Balcony, Corner)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pool Access)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

Hotel with free parking, near Boise State University
Along with a 24-hour fitness center, this hotel has a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner offers 182 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided 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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the breakfast at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Boise Art Glass. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and a porter
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have good things to say about the accommodations for the comfy beds and overall comfort
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Boise Art Glass and Woodland Empire Ale Craft
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Boise hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast on weekdays from 6 AM to 9 AM and on weekends from 6 AM to 10 AM.
Coffee Garden - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.

Languages

English

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
  • 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 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

  • Free 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
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 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

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

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 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)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 28 and close September 05.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 684 out of 2526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 501 out of 2526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 433 out of 2526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 451 out of 2526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 457 out of 2526 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adriana

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good location

Even though there is a no smoking policy, the hallway strongly smelled of marijuana. The rooms are nice sized and the beds are comfy. Good location. Walkable distance to many places.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Diego, Burley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

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

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front staff was very polite and courteous. The room I got 339 stunk of pee. Like if someone mopped the floor with pee. I got the manager of the shift to come up and confirm. Since I arrived late to check in. There was no housekeeping. The next morning I let that manager know I was out of the room and if housekeeping can figure out what the smell is and clean the room. When I got back that afternoon, nothing was cleaned. And room still smelt of urine. I did however get a deodorizer to spray the room which only masked the smell and it came back. I stayed two nights. And not once was housekeeping in to clean. Checking out I did notify the staff member and they gave me a small discount.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Could definitely use some upgrades. I had a suite, but some of the chairs were so grungy I wouldn't dare sit in them. And the elevator broke down so I was walking to the 7th floor. 😒
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andres

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

Refund!

There was no heat in the room. The heater did not work. Its 20 degrees outside. It was not feasible to stay. We left and i was told your company must refund my money. It cant be legal to charge for a room that doesn't have heat. Room reeked of cigarettes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cecelia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in room 341 it was dirty walk in and there was fake nails in the dresser there was dirty stained seat , the wall by the bed has like a drink spilled on the walls and floor, it looks like its been there for awhile. Hallway was very dirty garbahe everywhere look like it havent been vacuum in awhile . The smell of the room was a nasty smell. But the manager n staff were ver nice and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If you don't care for cigarette smell, no ice machine, slightly dirty room, and cheap rooms. This hotel is for you. Service was okay, receptionist was nice. Close to downtown Boise and sushi place, which was a plus for us. To be frank, it did justice for us. Especially for just one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If this Red Lion were independently owned and operated, I would cut them some slack as trying to maintain a business in an industry of thin margins. However, the once iconic Red Lion brand has found a new low. I would give it one star, but those are usually reserved for fanatics who cannot be believed. Just stay away. That's my best advice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not trust this hotel or the lady that works at the front desk Sarah..all badddd 😡💢
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were several homeless/transient/houseless people obviously placed there; not all, but most were very impolite, rude, and several (at least 6 times over 3 days) asked me for money or food I could spare. The people in the room next to me smoked cigarettes on the balcony and the smoke wafted into my room when I had the sliding door open for fresh air…my laptop and business papers were stolen from in front of my door when I stepped onto elevator for only a brief moment; the room was somewhat clean, there was dust/dirt on floor, table and counter, the bathroom floor was dirty, the tub had yummy film on sides, the shower door had soap scum and the vanity mirrors were smeared. The bed was comfortable. The sofa and chairs were very outdated, dirty, and stained. Lighting was poor. Great view of the mountains and downtown city. Staff was pleasant, only one person available at front most times I stopped by, could not help locate my stolen property, told me to cal police, police responded, but people in room next door refused to answer door. Many many many visitors and noise with the “housed” people. Food was good. Atmosphere with all the homeless/transient people was very offsetting. I will not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rudy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a very good experience for a very affordable price. Nowhere near as pricey as hotels right in the middle of downtown but still only about a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Amazing

The staff there is always more than helpful and I can't say enough about the the state that the staff makes there it's absolutely wonderful especially Ben
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

dru

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not a good hotel to stay at
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beds are very comfortable and the rooms were clean. The over all hotel needs a cosmetic update pretty bad. The staff was courteous and welcoming. It would be nice if the hotel would have a security staff on site. There was several questionable people that were staying that were obviously using drugs and disrupting the peace. I did have to call the main office due to no one at the reception picking up. There was a woman passed out in the hall way that was intoxicated and smelled like marijuana.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Red Lion is low quality, very dirty and not well maintained. This location in particular has quite the population of homeless milling inside and outside the establishment. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025