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The SPARROW

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Boise State University

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Exterior
Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)
Reception
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

Explore the area

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1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Boise Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Egyptian Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Idaho Central Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite (The Willow)

Suite (The Willow)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (SPARROW King)

Room (SPARROW King)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite (Sycamore)

Suite (Sycamore)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Boise

The SPARROW puts you in the heart of Boise, within steps of Woodland Empire Ale Craft and Boise Art Glass. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The coffee shop, Form and Function, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this Downtown Boise hotel, you'll find Boise State University.

What's nearby

  • Boise Centre - 4 min walk
  • Idaho Central Arena - 6 min walk
  • Knitting Factory - 7 min walk
  • Boise State University - 16 min walk
  • ExtraMile Arena - 5 min drive

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 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The SPARROW

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Boise State University
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 a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

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 on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (USD 15 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crisp
  • Form and Function

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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 lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

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: anytime
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 USD70 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

What is the cancellation policy at The SPARROW?

The SPARROW offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The SPARROW?

As of 1 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The SPARROW on 18 Mar 2025 start from NZ$269.36, including 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 parking available at The SPARROW?

Yep, The SPARROW has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per night. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The SPARROW?

The closest beach to The SPARROW is Sandy Point Beach (15.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The SPARROW?

No, The SPARROW does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The SPARROW?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The SPARROW's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The SPARROW?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The SPARROW?

Dogs are welcome at The SPARROW, with food and water bowls on offer.

The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 414 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

Amber

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very solid stop-over on our drive back home. New, sparkling-clean and felt safe, and very walkable to good coffee shops. Jodi was so, so helpful! The bathrooms offer little privacy, but were fine for our family of 3. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith r.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable hotel with amazing staff. Clean, convenient and a great price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place I have ever found to stay in Boise. Clean, and convenient, really friendly kind staff, dog friendly (and really conscious about being clean; the room is sparkling).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Edward

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice but the parking was small and charge to much . Windows were kinda dirty. Didn't have a microwave in room and didn't have complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Awesome awesome awesome. 5000 stars Mic drop
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely experience!
Great location for walking around Boise. Room was comfortable and decor/amenities were charming; staff were kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Everyone was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aulani

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good, Great after construction is done
Great cost effective option in a convenient part of downtown. Walkable to many great restaurants and shops. The only issue was the current construction across the street which started early and ended late in the day.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in, very nice rooms. Friendly and attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love!!! The Sparrow is the cutest hotel we have stayed at in downtown Boise. Did not disappoint!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was fantastic. We brought the dog and the little gifts they gave took "dog friendly" up a notch. It's like they're royal guests! Overall loved the room, the modern design, the fun patio and the food cart, and the cafe inside. Absolutely delightful place to stay, with fun downtown Boise activities only steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hope

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique atmosphere and room design! Multiple different restaurants are walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at The Sparrow. Beds were comfy, bathrooms were clean, and the staff was excellent. Will definitely return. Also, loved the hoodie/robes they provided. So comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a quick work trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were nice. We shared a room with a friend and the bathroom door is barn door style and slides so it didn’t feel like you have much privacy. They have a strong essential oil smell throughout the hotel hallways. Other than that it was a convenient hotel downtown. I would rate it 7.5 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location near downtown. Very clean, new condition, nice staff. Comfey bed and soft sheets. Wi-Fi did not work well. Decor is very minimalist, stark, like a dorm room, hard chairs and no place to have food or a drink, so not super comfortable. Otherwise a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eloy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very minimalist hotel. Eco-friendly. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024