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The SPARROW

2.0 star property
Hotel near Boise State University in Boise

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
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BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Boise Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Boise State University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Albertsons Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite (The Willow) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (The Willow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 515 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Corner (Cottonwood) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite (Sycamore) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Sycamore)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room (Queen with Bunk Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Boise

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 - 0.3 miles
  • Boise Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Knitting Factory - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Boise State University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 12 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Matlack’s Public House Beergarten - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ginza Sushi Grill And Ramen - ‬3 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (USD 15 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The SPARROW to the airport?

The SPARROW is 9.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Boise Airport (BOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The SPARROW?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The SPARROW on Sep 7, 2025 start from $139.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The SPARROW have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The SPARROW.

How close is The SPARROW to the beach?

This hotel is 18.9 mi (29-min drive) from Sandy Point Beach.

Does The SPARROW offer free breakfast?

The SPARROW does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The SPARROW?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The SPARROW?

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

Is there free parking at The SPARROW?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

Does The SPARROW have a pool?

The SPARROW does not have a pool.

Does The SPARROW have a restaurant?

The SPARROW is home to Form and Function, which features light fare and brunch.

Does The SPARROW have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The SPARROW to downtown Boise?

The SPARROW is 0.2 mi away from Boise.

The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 821 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 821 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 821 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 821 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 821 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for checking out the beautiful city of Boise
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney, Filer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a quick stay as a family. Location is perfect for downtown Boise. Staff was top notch! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David E

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

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking alone was worth it, super walkable. Everything was so easy. Staff checked in regularly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing front desk service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mengjing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New trendy hotel with very cute rooms. Stayed with my daughter and dog on drive back from Portland. Everything is clean and new and trendily decorated. Comfortable bed and good black out shades.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana, Grasonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very accommodating…would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great boutique hotel! Fun decor, cozy robes, good coffee shop, nice outdoor space and such a comfortable mattress. Great for a or couples trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

10/10 Excellent

NANCY Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel. Decor and design unique. Very comfortable..would love to stay again,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara Lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my the best stays I’ve had! Love the modern look, front desk staff was amazing! Customer service was top notch! Rooms were cozy, beds were comfy with super soft sheets. The whole place smells amazing like a spa. We walked everywhere. Close to the center of everything on 8th street. 10/10 recommend The Sparrow.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Coleman

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel perfect location in downtown, close to shops and dining. Very walkable location, several nice parks close. Basque neighborhood 5 blocks away. One temporary issue, current building construction accross the street. Can be noisy early in the a.m. (6ish)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location in downtown Boise. We were able to walk to dinner, the state capital buildings, and some lovely parks. It was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, room size, and location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaira, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sparrow was perfection! The staff was incredibly sweet (even got me a little gift for my promotion)! The room was spacious & clean! The bed was super comfy, the AC was great & the shower had strong water pressure! I was able to walk to a ton of spots nearby too! Def going to be my go to hotel when I go back to Boise
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Twin Falls

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to walk to dinner and our venue, will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeong-Ho, West Hollywood

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If I didn't have to be rudely awakened due to the noise from the metal garbage bin during the wee hours of the morning accompanied by dumpster truck collecting garbage with loud bangs for over 30 minutes two nights in a row, I would have rated this property 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025