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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Free daily buffet breakfast
Golf
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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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

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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, pillow-top beds, desk

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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, pillow-top 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, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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, pillow-top 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, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room

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

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About the area

Boise

In the heart of Boise, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Albertsons Stadium and Idaho Central Arena. .This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from ExtraMile Arena and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Zoo Boise.

What's nearby

  • Boise State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Albertsons Stadium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • ExtraMile Arena - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Idaho Central Arena - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Idaho Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 9 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nahm Thai & Burmese Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zero Six Coffee Fix - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Albertsons Stadium
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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 159 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Boise? This hotel has 960 square feet (89 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.
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 transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Uncovered parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site 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
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Travel cot

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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 cot
  • 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

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. 716 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast area is huge!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025