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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
Interior
Golf
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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475 W Parkcenter Blvd, Boise, ID, 83706
  • Place, Boise State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Albertsons Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, ExtraMile Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

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 River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boise River & Greenbelt - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boise State University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Albertsons Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • ExtraMile Arena - 4 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Whale Tea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

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.

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 self 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. 707 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tremendous room and amenities. Probably the best breakfast I have experienced at a hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great breakfast… but most of all superb beds!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was amazing. The breakfast was wonderful, the room was quiet and clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. The only thing that was a little off was the gentleman that stood behind the buffet items at breakfast. It was just a little weird.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wanuza

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Max, Brooklyn

Disliked: Staff & service
This property has a facilities fee that doesn’t show up in the total price quoted when you book on Expedia. I’ve stay multiple times in the last year and they never mentioned it or sent me a receipt that would let me know they’ve been charging the card they take “only for incidentals”. Buyer beware
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

heidi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Kirkland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eggs dishes did not fair well in heated serving containers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They regularly serve a pretty good breakfast buffet that includes hot foods like scrambled eggs, omelets, sausage, biscuits & gravy. Why, of all days, did they NOT have that available on New Years Day?!?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed for the bowl game festivities- great breakfast, transfers to and from the airport, and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Staff & service
Shower was in the bathtub. Stepped into the bathtub on a slippery surface with nothing to grab onto. Fell in sustained extensive lacerations requiring sutures. No apologies in the manager said they would put a nonslip surface in the bathtub and did not. Completely uninterested manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just what we need. Nothing more or less.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

stuart

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worked well for the bowl game
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wendolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Parking is limited and confusing. The night staff is friendly and welcoming. The day staff is not as friendly. The room is clean but cold and outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025