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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Albertsons Stadium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Golf
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily buffet breakfast
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and manager's reception. Explore the nearby Idaho State Capitol Building or unwind in the spa tub after cycling through Boise's scenic trails. With an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and bike rentals available on-site.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
$140 nightly
The total price is $158
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
475 W Parkcenter Blvd, Boise, ID, 83706

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zero Six Coffee Fix - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Manna’s Donuts - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

Located just 4.3 mi (7 km) from the airport, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offers a free shuttle during limited hours. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. Other highlights include a hot tub and free bike rentals. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 159 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Free reception (select days)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (960 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Portable hoist available
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 3.99 percent
  • Resort fee: USD 14.95 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • 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

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply). Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG also has a 24-hour fitness center and an arcade.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG is in Southeast Boise, a short 7-minute walk from Boise State University and 7 minutes' walk from Boise River & Greenbelt. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with many choices available. (142 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, friendly, and helpful. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

... it was an overnight stay and it served it's purpose...
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfy, breakfast was great. Will definitely stay here again.
Jonna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay! Close to the freeway and in a quiet location. Staff were great and very helpful! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Nikole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was great with lots of options.
Tracee L, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was very friendly! The breakfast was great and staff kept up on filling everything and keeping it clean. The pool area was inviting and relaxing. Room was standard but clean, comfortable and stocked.
Nicole, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, near BSU campus, yummy breakfast options and clean rooms!
Amber, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is Everything

In and out fast and easy. Plenty of parking and the best thing about this hotel is that it is two minutes from the Courthouse.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hot polyester sheets

Great hotel, comfy bed, best breakfast ever! Frittata, gluten free available, large seating area! But - Polyester sheets are too hot…….please go back to 100% cotton!
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of best places I stayed in Boise. You will need a car though to move around.
Hasan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location walking distance to greenbelt. The Dove amenities and the breakfast were awesome. The staff was extra helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Luz, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

It was an okay stay

Our room was dirty, no blinds to shut out lights outside during the night, and headboard was dirty.
Alexandra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was amazing.
Meshelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice hotel, a little bit farther out from downtown which made it quieter. Right next to the greenbelt walking trail which was great. Outdoor pool area is lovely. Sara at the front desk was super friendly and helpful getting me checked in.
Jamie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was our second time staying in this hotel and we’ve had great experiences both times. The hotel is comfortable and quiet, although you can hear some road noise depending on which way your room is facing. The location is great and close to everything we needed. The greenbelt trail is right across the street which is great if you want to go for a morning or evening walk. My only complaint is there isn’t a fan in the bathroom.
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is amazingly friendly
KEN, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my favorite hotel to stay at. It’s clean, quiet, and its location close to the greenbelt makes it an ideal place to walk and enjoy the beauty of the Boise rive. And let’s not forget breakfast
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for a few nights while visiting Boise and the university area.
Stephen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Decent place

There were some stains on headboard and in bathroom that could’ve been coffee splashes. One headboard was so and/or had sun damage that it was peeling. Toilet was so low it reminded me of elementary school. However, the staff was wonderful and the breakfast buffett was delicious. Safe place to stay and park. Wonderful Mexican restaurant next door with great food and customer service.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We will definitely be back loved the pool room was comfortable and spacious
Jenny, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The pool area was fantastic. Our room on the other hand was not. The bath drain was so plugged up we each ended up showering with dirty water building up over our ankles. The front desk check out was not as pleasant as the check in. A simple good morning and how was your stay goes a long way.
Jerod, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Hasan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bed was very comfortable, pillows were fluffy, soft, staff was nice,
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
Trent, 1-night trip