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1800 Fairview Avenue, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83702

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner - Full-service convention hotel near Boise Airport

Located in downtown Boise, the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is a full-service convention hotel with 8,000 square feet of meeting space, accommodating up to 300 guests. It offers free Wi-Fi, a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a spa tub. The hotel is a short walk from the Idaho State Capitol Building and 1 mile from Boise State University. Dining options include Coffee Garden, serving American fare, and 24-hour Café2Go. A complimentary airport shuttle is available.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary self-parking

Free shuttle service

24-hour fitness center

Concierge services

Gift shops/newsstands

Professional conference specialists on-site

Event planning and catering services

Rooms

The hotel offers 182 smoke-free guest rooms and two suites, each featuring a 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable, tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge, and a microwave. Private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Select rooms provide views of the mountains or pool.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities

Air conditioning

Sitting area

AM/FM alarm clock

Private entrance in suites

City, mountain, or pool views

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

King Room Disability Access

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2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Double Room Two Double Beds Disability Access

Max:

2 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

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2 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Boise3700 ft

Airports

Boise (BOI) 7.1 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun loungers
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Hotel Location

1800 Fairview Avenue, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83702

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1800 Fairview Avenue, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83702

City landmarks

Zoo

Zoo Boise

1.3 mi

Public Building

Idaho State Capitol Building

1.1 mi

Park

Julia Davis Park

1.1 mi

Park

Kathryn Albertson Park

3500 ft

Landmark

Freak Alley Gallery

4400 ft

Landmark

CenturyLink Arena Boise

4600 ft

Museum

Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial

1.0 mi

Museum

Discovery Center of Idaho

1.4 mi

Event hall

Boise Center

4100 ft

Gallery

Boise Art Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

Basque Museum and Cultural Center

1.2 mi

Landmark

Boise River Greenbelt

1.8 mi

Park

Ann Morrison Park

2300 ft

Gallery

Boise Art Glass

2900 ft

University

Boise State University

1.4 mi

Museum

Idaho Black History Museum

1.2 mi

Church

First United Presbyterian Church

3900 ft

Market

The New Boise Farmers Market

3300 ft

Landmark

Albertsons Stadium

1.6 mi

Museum

Idaho Historical Museum

1.1 mi

Church

St. Michael's Episcopal Cathedral

4400 ft

Landmark

Basque Block

4600 ft

Store

Albertsons

2400 ft

Church

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

1.1 mi

Bridge

Capitol Boulevard Memorial Bridge

5000 ft

Landmark

Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame

1.0 mi

Gallery

Gallery 601

1.1 mi

Library

Boise Public Library

1.1 mi

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700 ft

Shapes I

1100 ft

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2100 ft

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2100 ft

1772 W State St

Westside Drive-In

2600 ft

1929 W State St

DK Donuts & Little Bean Espresso

3600 ft

1300 W State St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Edward

United States, February 2024

6.6/10

My stay at Red Lion Hotel in downtown Boise, ID had its ups and downs. The rooms were okay; they had a large window that provided a nice open feel, but they got extremely steamy after a shower. The service was unfriendly and unhelpful, and there were some concerning practices with pets in the parking lot. The location was convenient, being a short drive from downtown attractions, but the surroundings were a bit spooky. The dining experience was below average, with additional charges for breakfast that was supposed to be included. Despite these drawbacks, the hotel had its positive aspects that stood out.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a nice open feel with a large window, but they got very steamy after a shower.

Service

5.0

The service was unfriendly, and there were questionable practices with pets in the parking lot.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, close to downtown attractions, but the surroundings were a bit spooky.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below average, with additional charges for breakfast.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were average.

Convenient location

Unfriendly service

Stephen

United States, January 2024

6.0/10

The room had a very nice view, and a special thank you to Jay, the most helpful, polite, and professional receptionist I've ever met. However, the room was very dirty with dust on fixtures and floor, long hairs on the bed sheets, a musty smell, and pee stains in the bathroom. Plus, the presence of about ten police officers early in the morning was quite scary.

Rooms

5.0

The room had a very nice view, and Jay, the receptionist, was extremely helpful. However, the cleanliness was disappointing.

Service

7.0

The service team was friendly and professional, quickly rectifying any issues. They made me feel a little better despite the challenges during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location is conveniently about a 15-minute walk from the center, but it seemed like it wasn't well maintained and cleanliness was lacking.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below expectations with spilled juice covering the area. However, the granola was delicious.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities appeared worn out and not well-taken care of. Consideration should be made before using.

David

United States, September 2023

6.0/10

The hotel was conveniently close to an exit and the ice machine, but the rooms could have been bigger for the price paid and a bit cleaner. There was a very strong odor of cleaner that required leaving the door open to air out, and a leak from the vent onto the floor. The carpet throughout the hotel was old, worn, and emitted odors.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms could have been bigger for the price paid and a bit cleaner. We had to leave the door open to air out a strong cleaner odor. Additionally, there was a leak from the vent onto the floor, and the carpet was old, worn, and emitted unpleasant odors.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly, efficient, and rectified problems quickly. However, there was a slight dismissal of our concerns regarding a noisy fan issue.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was great in terms of easy access to downtown, but it was on the verge of becoming a problem, being close to a police station. The area was convenient yet had some downsides, especially with an eyesore view.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited and sometimes expensive, with mediocre selections and frequent unavailability of items. The quality of the offerings was not consistent.

Facilities

The hotel lacked sufficient dining options and maintenance in the rooms, with noticeable issues like a leak from the vent. However, the friendly staff and quick problem-solving were positive aspects of the stay.