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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Albertsons Stadium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Golf

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

Room options

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

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

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

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Standard Room

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

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

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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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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

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

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About the area

Boise

Heart of Boise.Your stay at this Southeast Boise hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Albertsons Stadium and ExtraMile Arena. Zoo Boise and Morrison Center for the Performing Arts are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Boise River & Greenbelt - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 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
  • Morrison Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.1 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
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3-star hotel near Albertsons Stadium
As a guest of Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG, you'll find an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Event space at this hotel measures 960 square feet (89 square meters) and includes conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. An arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Boise hotel.

  • 159 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 960 sq ft of conference space
  • 89 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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
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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mendee

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and fresh. Breakfast was outstanding. Property was clean and looked nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Mukilteo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the easy access to the Boise River Greenbelt trail for biking and walking. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay. Hotel is clean and inviting. The room was good, clean and exactly what you would expect. Pool was heated, small but nice. The breakfast was very nice for a Holiday Day INN. Best I have ever had and I've stayed at a lot of places. Oh and the game room with the TVs and Xboxs great for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tia at the front desk was very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was fast to get me checked in. Room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

elaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
There was a big group of teenagers spread amongst the floors, the noise level was out of control and nothing was done about it. At least put the group on one floor to control the noise. Poor scheduling. Minor details make or break it. Absolutely no sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua a, Milwaukie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy access, good breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chad, Meridian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was great. Easy access to green belt trails next to the property. Coffee and food shops within walking distance. As well as in room coffee. Fresh coffee in the clean, large breakfast area. Fantastic selection of delicious hot and cold breakfast options. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable staff throughout the hotel. Tailgate party for Boise state football. 2 deer visited the parking lot last night!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice. The room was comfortable and clean. There are restaurants within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025