Boise, ID

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Boise

Idaho showing a waterfall

Downtown Boise

4/5(496 area reviews)

Downtown Boise boasts a vibrant cultural center with a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Idaho State Capitol and Egyptian Theatre. Stroll along 8th Street's pedestrian zone, lined with sidewalk cafes, or explore the Basque Block.

Downtown Boise
Pond at sunset

Southeast Boise

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the live music and sporting events in Southeast Boise. You might want to make time for a stop at Albertsons Stadium or ExtraMile Arena.

Southeast Boise
The City of Trees from the Boise Depot

Boise Bench

You'll enjoy the gardens and waterfalls in Boise Bench. You might want to make time for a stop at Hillcrest Country Club or Boise Depot.

Boise Bench
Idaho State Capital Building. Boise, Idaho.
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North End

5/5(12 area reviews)

North End is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like First United Presbyterian Church and St. John's Cathedral.

North End
Milwaukee st. Is very beautiful st. for  family walking, lots of restaurants activities, markets and more in both sides,

West Boise

If you're spending some time in West Boise, Boise Towne Square Mall and Fast Lane Indoor Kart Racing are top sights worth seeing.

West Boise
View of the Boise foothills from the Table Rock trail.

The trail is in an ideal location adjacent to downtown Boise. The area has lots of trailheads alongside a fun and vibrant urban scene. Boise truly  has the best of both worlds.

East End

5/5(13 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and parks in East End. You might want to make time for a stop at Idaho Botanical Garden or Boise River & Greenbelt.

East End
The Grove Hotel
The Grove Hotel
4 out of 5
245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID
The price is AED 731 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 731
AED 826 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,132 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice gym"

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

The Grove Hotel
The SPARROW
The SPARROW
2 out of 5
1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID
The price is AED 442 per night from May 27 to May 28
AED 442
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Freak Alley Gallery and Knitting Factory are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (562 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Simple and clean. Had everything we needed and close to everything."

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

The SPARROW
Hotel Renegade
Hotel Renegade
3.5 out of 5
1110 W Grove Street, Boise, ID
The price is AED 493 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 493
AED 604 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Knitting Factory and Freak Alley ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (404 reviews)
"Clean and modern"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Hotel Renegade
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kasa at Cortland on The River Boise
Kasa at Cortland on The River Boise
4 out of 5
749 E Park Blvd, Boise, ID
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Boise. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Albertsons Stadium and Morrison-Knudsen ...
7/10 Good! (24 reviews)
"Large rooms, safe, clean, even has washer and dryer. So much nicer than a hotel."

Reviewed on 25 March 2025

Kasa at Cortland on The River Boise
Spectacular views and rural life, yet close to Boise
Spectacular views and rural life, yet close to Boise
Boise
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Boise. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attraction Arrowrock Dam ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Relaxing get-away
"The road up to the home was a bit tricky, but the views made it very much worthwhile! So peaceful and relaxing. We saw so many beautiful birds, elk and deer right on property. The property managers went above and beyond. Kitchen and outdoor grill amenities made it easy to fix family meals at the ..."

Reviewed on 10 April 2025

Spectacular views and rural life, yet close to Boise
Pool~Garage Games~Pet Friendly~BBQ
Pool~Garage Games~Pet Friendly~BBQ
Meridian
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Meridian. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Banbury Golf Club and Meridian ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Excellent location and very clean!
"We had a great time here with our teenagers! Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Pool~Garage Games~Pet Friendly~BBQ
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Boise

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 48%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It's a great place for relaxation.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Conveniently located

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We were passing through on our way to Texas. Didn't take time to see anything in Boise

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Boise

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Boise is a fantastic city with lots of outdoor activities in town and along the greenbelt

4/5 - Good

Bentley

Downtown what I saw was clean and nicely landscaped