Downtown Boise stay.A stay at this Downtown Boise hotel places you steps from Boise Art Glass and within a 5-minute walk of Jack's Urban Meeting Place. Boise Centre and Egyptian Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
Idaho Central Arena - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Boise Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Knitting Factory - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Boise State University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Boise Station - 12 min drive
Boise Airport (BOI) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Five Guys - 5 min walk
Grove Plaza - 5 min walk
Chandlers Prime Steaks & Fine Seafood - 2 min walk
Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - 2 min walk
Panera Bread - 4 min walk
About this property
The SPARROW
Hotel near Boise State University in Boise
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. The SPARROW also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The SPARROW was completed in February 2024.
This Boise hotel is smoke free.
67 guestrooms or units
3 levels
2 buildings
Built in 2024
Charging station for electric cars
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Concierge
Outdoor picnic space
Gift shop
No smoking on site
Water dispenser
Coffee shop
Dining venue
The SPARROW offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle repair station
Bicycle tours
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Braille/raised signage
High-pile carpet in room
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
50-inch smart TV with digital channels
Bedroom
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Mini-fridge
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Recycling
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Covered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
Nearby parking fee: USD 15 per night (500 ft away)
Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
We should mention
Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
The SPARROW Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Loved that there were shelf/tables on BOTH sides of each bed. My wife usually gets the table and my phone sits on the floor.
Great location. Great coffee shop in lobby.
The Sparrow is a gem! Friendly and professional staff, comfortable bed, warm, modern room and wonderful shower wash, shampoo, etc. Location is perfect for downtown access.
We loved our stay here. Easy to walk to so many restaurants and breweries. The rooms were so clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay there again.
Mollie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dale
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Amenities
What a hip, fun place to stay, I'm gonna stay everytime we're in Boise
Dale
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ken
Mar 17, 2025
The Sparrow Hotel downtown Boise Idaho
The hotel is centrally located in downtown Boise, and is within walking distance (10 minutes) of the capitol. There are many restaurants and shops nearby as well.
Unfortunately for my stay, there is a new building under construction across the street, so it was a bit noisier than I was used to, and my stay was from March 13-16, 2025.
I enjoyed the location and proxmity to so many food options and entertainment options.
This was my second time staying here and i fell in love with it the first time and had to stay again. Everyone that’s helped me was so kind it’s reasonably priced and it’s perfect walking distance for all the fun down town experiences.
The property is an excellent location in downtown Boise. Two blocks to the Idaho Arena and close to shopping and numerous dining establishments. Rooms were small, but exceptionally clean and more than adequate. Beds were comfortable, and toiletries were high end. Staff were extremely pleasant and helpful with 24 hour access by phone, text, or in person. Onsite food truck and small cafe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating for relaxing and socialization. In room coffee was from a local roaster down the street.
Everything was really clean, accessible and a very walkable area. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay again next visit to Boise!