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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
Free daily buffet breakfast
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Golf
Free daily buffet breakfast

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)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 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)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 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)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

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

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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 neighborhood

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 - 0.3 miles
  • Boise State University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Albertsons Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • ExtraMile Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Morrison Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Coffee Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Whale Tea - ‬9 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
Holiday Inn Express Boise Downtown Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG is 4.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Boise Airport (BOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 10.3 mi (26-min drive) from Sandy Point Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG to downtown Boise?

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG is 1.5 mi away from Boise.

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved everything about our stay! Really loved the extra touches for the football fans that stayed at the hotel for the game!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a Boise State football game!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

jenny

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby and common areas of hotel seem to be kept fairly well, however is a different story when you go to the rooms where you are greeted with cream faux snake skin head boards that are crumbling, mildew in the grout of the shower, mold next to the tub area that someone has attempted to paint over- however it is bleeding out from underneath the paint. The carpeting looks like no one vacuums the edges of-the room, and behind the dresser is caked in dust. The largest eyesore, however, was that one whole wall of the room had peeling paint at the top 1/4 of the wall, indicating some sort of water damage or problems in the room. I was very disappointed with the maintenance manager’s response to my complaint and lack of solutions or compensation for our poorly maintained room, even after she acknowledged that the room was unacceptable. Simply told us we could check out early. Since I boked through a third-party (Expedia), the manager stated she could offer no compensation or future compensation as a result of our complaint, leaving us to elevate this with Expedia. Even after elevating this issue with Expedia, the main general manager has not followed up to make things right. I’m very dissappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything I would expect from a stay at a hotel. Every expectation was met during out stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Traveled with family
The courtesy van did not pick us up at our Rendevous area. We waited for 1 1/2 hours and called six times!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Clean, comfortable bed, nice shower, very friendly staff. Close to the College. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great and the rooms are clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good restaurants nearby and close to river for morning run.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice super friendly hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and staff was pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jo, Fall City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here at least once a year, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Staff was nice and had an easy check in. The only issue we had was the remote didn’t work but they got it fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Clean and convenient. The wi-fi is non existent. Very frustrating when you have work to do on the laptop. Had to wait until we go to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan, Santa Clara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast is options. The staff at checkin was friendly and helpful. Nice pool. Good gym room. Near the trail along the river, good for walking. Even easy to walk to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

andre

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay here again!

Family-friendly hotel with friendly service and clean rooms. Accommodations in the room were just right and the bed was comfortable. I enjoyed the free breakfast in the morning. Plenty of choices and seating. I appreciated the free airport shuttle. Will stay here again the next time I’m visiting family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025