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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Albertsons Stadium

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by a tranquil wooded landscape.
Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable seating area, flat-screen TV, and a neatly made bed.
Enjoy a round of golf on our well-maintained course with undulating terrain and scenic views.
Stay refreshed at our beverage station, offering a selection of paper cups and a water dispenser.
Enjoy a wide selection of dishes at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 208 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
475 W Parkcenter Blvd, Boise, ID, 83706

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Idaho Central Arena - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Idaho Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nahm Thai & Burmese Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zero Six Coffee Fix - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

Hotel near Albertsons Stadium
Located close to ExtraMile Arena and Zoo Boise, Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a free manager's reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free bicycle rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A computer station, a gift shop, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 159 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and travel cribs
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 960 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included 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)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

As of Jul 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG on Aug 10, 2025 start from CA $178.82, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG?

Self parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG located?

Located in Southeast Boise, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Albertsons Stadium, ExtraMile Arena, and Zoo Boise. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Idaho Botanical Garden are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 729 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1022 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brinn

Clean room and clean hotel. Loved the breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy, breakfast was great. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool area and pool were outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a lot of options for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Earned all future buisness of mine in Boise.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a preflight stay. It was convenient to the airport. The staff was courteous and pleasant. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the nicest hotel I've stayed at in a while and we travel extensively, very clean, quiet, well maintained, and breakfast was great, I couldn't initially find the info but parking was included for us no extra charge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great exp.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one night but excellent as I would expect from Holiday Inn. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Breakfast and support staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. We never wanted for anything while there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and professional staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HIE perfect. Always enjoy these hotels
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Staff was AMAZING
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Old hotel, not cleaned well. Really nice staff. Nice pool/hot tub. Some restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryoma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice Hotel!! I would like to have more salads and vegetables for breakfast.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracee L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was great with lots of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miquela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Standard experience, didn’t stay long enough to enjoy most of the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of best places I stayed in Boise. You will need a car though to move around.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to greenbelt. The Dove amenities and the breakfast were awesome. The staff was extra helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, near BSU campus, yummy breakfast options and clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Meshelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel to stay at. It’s clean, quiet, and its location close to the greenbelt makes it an ideal place to walk and enjoy the beauty of the Boise rive. And let’s not forget breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish the desk person would have told me when & where the warm cookies were served! I missed out!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025