Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

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Red Lion Hotels
8 (2636 reviews)
1800 Fairview Avenue , Boise , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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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Outdated facilities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Rooms were noted as outdated and some were not clean.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 2636 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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Kathryn • couple • us
4
Cons:

Hallways dirty, carpets ripped and duct taped. Rooms spartan.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Laoise • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable stay
Pros:

Nice views of the town, nice decor.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Randy • couple • us
9
It was a convenient & comfortable stay.
Pros:

I liked the rate and the location.

Cons:

It was clean & a very nice hotel.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Willem A • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Louis • extended_group • us
2
Convinced that I would never stay there again it was highly understaffed and grungy
Pros:

The bartender was charismatic funny and good at his job

Cons:

Rooms carpets and hotel were dirty and poorly maintained from top to bottom

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Louis • extended_group • us
1
1000% disappointed with the fact I had to pay for this experience
Cons:

Carpets had not been vacuumed in weeks conditions of the rooms was disgustingly and dirty with exposed box springs and lopsided mattresses

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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leon • family_with_children • us
1
El hotel muy sucio . Y caro. Cuando llegue ni si quiera estaba listo el cuarto
Pros:

El hotel demasiado sucio. Limpieza pésima. Los pasillos muy sucios. Necesita lavar carpetas

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Anderson • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The hotel is aging, but the staff is friendly. Downtown is not next door, but is walkable--about a mile.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Billy • solo_traveller • us
7
I enjoyed my stay
Pros:

It was nice

Cons:

Kinda dated

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Brittany • couple • us
7
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

location

Cons:

nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The hotel is an old one, but it was built really well, as is reflected by the high quality carpeting, marble and the flooring. The rooms are quite comfortable. It's an old school hotel that still has its class!

Cons:

The elevator is very noisy. That's all that I can think of.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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JOSE • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • us
6
Unless you want to be walking distance to a strip club I wouldn’t stay here.
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

The room was pretty clean but the much of the common areas were dusty, not vacuumed in days and there were overhead plumbing leaks showing in the room an other areas. Smelled like cigarette smoke and weed.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Abigail • couple • us
1
Like my 21st birthday a night we should all forget
Pros:

Very beautiful Mountain View

Cons:

The humans that create the environment around the area

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • family_with_children • us
1
Terrible
Pros:

I didn’t like anything about it. Couldn’t get hot water, it wasn’t very clean, customer service is awful. Beds are awful. I’d rather sleep on the floor

Cons:

Everything

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee