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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Golf
Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
$158
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

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475 W Parkcenter Blvd, Boise, ID, 83706
  • Boise State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Albertsons Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • ExtraMile Arena
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3-star hotel in Southeast Boise
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub are available at this hotel. Free buffet breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, a free airport shuttle, and a free manager's reception. Other amenities include self parking, a business center, and conference space.
Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offers 159 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An 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.

In addition to an outdoor pool, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG provides a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Business-related amenities at this 3-star property consist of a business center and a meeting room. Guests are offered a complimentary breakfast each morning and a complimentary manager's reception is offered on select days. Event facilities measuring 960 square feet (89 square meters) include conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests during limited hours. This business-friendly hotel also offers an arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered on select days.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Uncovered self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 960 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable hoist available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 3.99 percent
  • Resort fee: USD 14.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Children's club/arcade access
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express University Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Boise Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Boise Downtown Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 722 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1010 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in an area that is not busy so it’s easy to get to. Not too far from downtown or restaurants. The breakfast is good with lots to choose from. Room was clean and has a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay at this property. Breakfast was better than most. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Had a lovely view out of our pool view window. Great dining options nearby. My only issue is that the walls are very thin at this hotel. We were on the second floor, and I could hear music from the lobby all night long and other guests at random times. I would stay here again, just maybe on a higher floor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hasan, Canton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the first time with my student. Last time a month ago my student stayed at this hotel too. Convenient location, walking distance to BSU. Eateries nearby, more
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reva, Sparks

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Meshelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Recent stay

Everything and all the staff were perfect. We were checked in during a very busy time with a minimal wait. The breakfast selection, quality, and presentation were very good. The staff recognized the University graduates and were all pleasant. Great experience. Pool was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sink was backed up, bathroom was only room cleaned, interior smelled of of putting cleaner
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved using the bikes that are free for guests. The hotel is close to the greenbelt. The breakfast had lots of options and very nice people keeping it clean and full.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Evident the staff cares about their guests!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Harli

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not as nice as advertised

The room was dingy and had a lot of visible wear and tear. The bathroom door was broken at the bottom, paint was different colors in the bathroom, the headboards were worn down, carpets dirty. The air conditioner broke so our room was 75 degrees with maintenance not available until 8am and then they wouldnt be able to come until we were going to be out of the room. The breakfast was very good. Likely would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dd
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meet our kids there and the property was wonderful. Clean delicious breakfast yummy! The pool was relaxing and so warm 😎.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

Idaho / Deb

Hotel was located in a beautiful area .. view was nice … downtown and Fb Stadium was only a few blocks away .. Breakfast was Superior. Thanks for the stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Phoenix

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

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a fabulous 3 night stay at this property while in town for work. I find this location very convenient for getting anywhere in the Treasure Valley. Restaurants nearby are easily walkable and I especially like its closeness to the Greenbelt for evening walks. The rooms/beds are comfortable and always very clean! I joined the free happy hour (beer, wine, snacks) they offer on Wednesday evening this visit and it was very enjoyable! I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akaba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Seattle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The rooms were comfortable. The pool was unbelievably warm and wonderful to swim on on a cold day. The buffet was out of this world. Never seen anything that good at a hotel They had loaner bikes for us and it was an excellent location to the university. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025