Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)
Golf
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
475 W Parkcenter Blvd, Boise, ID, 83706
  • Boise State University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Boise River & Greenbelt
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Albertsons Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Boise

In the heart of Boise, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area, an IHG Hotel 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 - 7 min walk
  • Albertsons Stadium - 14 min walk
  • ExtraMile Arena - 19 min walk
  • Idaho Central Arena - 4 min drive
  • Morrison Center for the Performing Arts - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 8 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 10 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, an IHG Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Albertsons Stadium
Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area, an IHG Hotel 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 spa 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 spa 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 public transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Free bike hire
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Arcade/games room
  • Fence around the pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (960 square feet)
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have any 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
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in reception
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • 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
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 12.95 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
  • Spa 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 fire extinguisher
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, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1003 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Carol Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property despite older facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Salt Lake City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and nice. The bed was comfortable, which is very important to me! Staff were kind.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
The staff is amazing, the beds were comfortable and the price was a lot better than most nearby competitors. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Boise State was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short and sweet. Saff was very helpful, and they have an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had very convenient restaurant options near the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Nice place to stay within walking distance to Albertsons Stadium.. one of the best complimentary breakfasts I’ve seen.. friendly staff too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Kennewick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to food, close to game
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James, Deerfield

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Western, Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Loved the bed. Super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Caren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay at this hotel about once a month. This month I was in a handicap room and it was not very comfortable. The bed was not like the other beds I have had at this hotel. Plus no creamer for the coffee and the body lotion container did not work. Usually I give this hotel a big thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conny

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10
My stay was great. The room was clean and fully stocked. Breakfast was delicious and literally every single staff member I met was so kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Our front desk clerk at check in was amazing so friendly and welcoming, our room was nice very comfortable bed and pillows. Pool was warm not very big and no hot tub which was disappointing. Breakfast was amazing food was hot and soo many options but the breakfast staff was not friendly at all didnt smile nothing and the front desk check-out clerk was not friendly either. Very disappointing after such a welcoming staff at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024