The SPARROW

Hotels
9.2 (679 reviews)
1070 West Grove Street , Boise , US

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noise issues
Limited amenities
Parking difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
9.04
Room was clean and had everything we needed, but some reviews mention the need for daily cleaning and issues with noise.
Service
9.99
Staff was described as helpful and welcoming, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
10
Perfect location downtown with convenient access to venues, restaurants, and parks.
Room Quality
9
Rooms were comfortable overall, though some mentioned issues like noise from street and vibrations.
Amenities
8.53
High-quality toiletries were included; however, there were mentions of missing items like daily cleaning service.
Value for Money
8.99
Overall great stay for great value, with some minor criticisms regarding parking and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Coffee shop was not open during stay, and in-room coffee was considered poor.
Overall Experience
9.53
Guests had a very pleasant overall experience, with minor complaints mainly about noise.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:18

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in a relaxing stay with our on-site fitness centre, shared lounge, and terrace for breathtaking views.

Convenient Location
Located just steps away from the city centre and minutes from popular attractions like Boise Centre and ExtraMile Arena.

Diverse Dining Options
Satisfy your palate with a variety of culinary delights at our restaurant, offering local and international cuisines with special dietary options available.

Book your stay at The SPARROW now for an unforgettable experience of comfort and convenience in Boise!

Important information:

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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 679 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.04
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 9.53
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William • couple • us
9
Pros:

The location was perfect, close to restaurants, bars and walkability to the extent that a car was not needed.

Cons:

The air conditioning was a bit noisy but ear plugs were provided

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
10
Stylish rooms with super comfortable beds
Pros:

Stylish hotel with well appointed rooms

Cons:

Charges for parking but let us park our motorcycles in a safe spot for free

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
9
Pros:

I liked the size of the room. The person who checked us in was friendly and welcoming. Everything was clean and organized

Cons:

The parking lot is small, and the parking stalls were also too small. No resturant on site.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • couple • us
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • solo_traveller • us
10
We’ll be back!
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff and great location!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • us
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • au
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
9
Cons:

Parking is a challenge.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • us
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Curt • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • family_with_children • us
8
Cheerful, hip, modern, low-rise hotel in central Boise though not the most spacious
Pros:

Very attractive, spanking-new, bright, cheery low-rise hotel in central Boise which seemed a little like a swanky dorm. Quite friendly and cheerful staff, lots of places to eat and shop w/i walking distance, and a reasonable price.

Cons:

Two adults and two teens in the family room was frankly a bit cramped. Also the parking was an adventure every single time due to the small spaces and our rented SUV (though we liked being assigned a space). Finally our room looked directly out at a dumpster which was loudly emptied every night at about 4 AM.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Karen Lynn • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great, friendly vibe. Walk to many restaurants and Basque community. We got a parking on the hotel property which was another plus.

Cons:

No USB PORT or light at bedside.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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romina • couple • us
10
Pros:

It’s so cute! The location is perfect.. the room was awesome and super comfortable and clean. And if that’s not enough it’s probably among the best when it comes to the staff.. All of them were exceptional!! Beyond helpful.. I would stay there again and again just for that type of service! Highly recommend this little gem!

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Ted • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Great location but not at all as good as the pictures 😞
Fire alarm went off at 2 ish in the morning! Poor communication and No drinking water coffee etc or offerings of what was going on! Very poor communication!!
Will not return or recommend in the future !!
Better accommodations in surrounding locations for similar pricing.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
8
Overall recommend as nice place to stay, especially if they deep clean public spaces.
Pros:

Excellent location. Friendly staff. Nice overall property. Boutique style.

Cons:

Public interior spaces could use a cleaning. Elevator carpet floor needs replacing, or switch to vinyl plank. Hallway on 3rd floor smelled a bit musty. Our room also smelled a bit musty.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • extended_group • us
10
Really nice staff and facilities!
Pros:

Great place! very clean and modern, really nice sitting outside with the cafe that is open most of the time. Nice little gym.

Cons:

Really everything was great. People should know parking is limited and charged so you may have to go in the street or to a lot.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • us
9
Pros:

Love the cheerful, sunny onsite cafe.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • us
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee