Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

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Red Lion Hotels
8 (2666 reviews)
1800 Fairview Avenue , Boise , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Affordable price
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Outdated facilities
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
6.08
Multiple reviews noted dirty rooms and poor cleaning standards.
Service
9.05
Staff was consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.59
Great location close to downtown, although some noise issues.
Room Quality
6.54
Rooms were noted as outdated and some were not clean.
Amenities
8.07
Some amenities were available, but issues with cleanliness were noted.
Value for Money
8.53
Affordable prices for the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.08
Positive mentions of breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
8.05
Mixed experience highlighted by friendly staff but cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:00

Property Description

Convenient Amenities

The Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner offers a range of convenient amenities for its guests. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee-making facilities. The presence of a fridge and microwave adds to the comfort and convenience of your stay.

Great Location

Situated at the Boise Downtowner, this hotel provides easy access to key attractions. The Boise Convention Center is just a short distance away, while Boise State University and Bogus Basin Ski Resort are also within reach. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, the hotel's location ensures you're never far from where you need to be.

Fitness and Relaxation

Stay active during your stay by making use of the well-equipped gym or take a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. After a day of exploring the city, unwind at the Coffee Garden on-site. The perfect way to relax and recharge before your next adventure.

Book your stay at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner now to experience comfort, convenience, and relaxation all in one place.

Important information:

The additional $20.01 is the nonrefundable pet fee.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BOI

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2666 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 6.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Jess • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
6
It was okay
Pros:

It was someplace to sleep and enjoy the pool, but hot tub jets weren’t working.

Cons:

Tub jet weren’t working and they were no towels at pool side. Mattress was old and squeaky. Door entry didn’t work every time. Breakfast meat and potatoes were over cooked.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Wain • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

Value & location

Cons:

Hotel needs a "refresh" Hallways had tape on the carpets
Room was never cleaned during my stay (4 days)

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

The staff was nice. It is clearly a very relaxed work environment. They were joking around, cussing a little (didnt bother me), and teasing guests and eachother.

Cons:

The hotel is kind of scary. It is very dimly lit. The doors are all broken, so you have to park up front and walk a LONG way to your room. There is literally duct tape holding the carpet together and down (poorly). The pillows were dirty. Our door looked like it had been broken down at 1 point, ao to get it to lock, we had to set the deadbolt and that uppwr latch...which we would have done anyway to feel safe. The "a/c" kind of worked, but yoy have to turn the "fan" or to distribute the air and its SO LOUD. Not to mention the outside looks like a good place to do a drug deal. The pictures on the site are absolutely NOT accurate. The only reason we stayed is because they wouldn't refund our money. Thank God my husband was with us, because there is NO WAY my elderly mother and I would have felt safe staying alone.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Burnham • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location is easy to get to.

Cons:

The pot smell in hallways and elevator.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Marsh • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • us
5
It’s cheap for a reason.
Pros:

Easy to get to, right off the freeway.

Cons:

It is very run down, looks dirty and the carpet was taped throughout the hotel. The bathroom floors were dirty, beds were clean but overall just looks old and dirty. Would not stay there again.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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ChippieRay • solo_traveller • mw
9
Pros:

Very clean rooms and facilities. The staff were amazing.

Cons:

None

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Sueann • couple • us
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuel • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Hill • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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LeeAnn • extended_group • us
1
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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tammymA5235YY • Family
2
Deceptive Dump!!!!
Pros:

No phones in the rooms
In 2019, Richard Red Lion was to spend 10 million dollars renovating the hotel; this clearly did not happen!
The carpet is filthy, as old as the hotel and literally held together with tape!
You have to request maid service but cannot call down for it because there are NO phones in the rooms.
I requested toilet paper and other amenities in the morning and several hours later still had NO toilet paper. When i brought this to the attention of the front desk person, she got snarky with me and said I should show more grace when requesting toilet paper and ither services.
This hotel is a dump!!!! It's not a 3 star hotel; it's a 1 star hotel.

2026-06-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Charley • couple • us
1
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Charley • couple • us
1
Hotel was pretty dirty. Carpets were all ripped up breakfast sucked.
Pros:

Yes

Cons:

It was a pretty good location

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Rolando • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
他乡看晚晴 • family_with_children • cn
4
Cons:

This hotel offers really poor value for money; when checking in, I couldn't find a front desk staff member for ages. There were also stains on the duvet and bed sheets. I do not recommend staying here!

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee