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A two-story house with a porch, a front entrance, and a signboard.

A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A wooden fence, two large planters with greenery, and a stone pathway.

1. Boise Guest House

Downtown Boise, 3.1 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Megan

AED 425

AED 667 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A person in a swimming pool with arms raised, surrounded by trees and snow.

A lobby with leather chairs, a round wooden coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and an American flag.

A golf course with rolling hills and a clear sky.

A reception area with a certificate, a purple vase, a small plant, a beverage dispenser, and a tray with white cups.

2. Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

Southeast Boise, 1.9 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Kirk

AED 477

AED 616 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A modern lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and outdoor seating area.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boise ParkCenter

Southeast Boise, 1.4 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Matt

AED 547

AED 618 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A courtyard with a fire pit and outdoor seating, surrounded by modern buildings.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, and a coffee table.

A modern bar area with seating and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Boise

East End, 2.3 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Jane

AED 526

AED 594 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story residential buildings.

A modern apartment building with multiple balconies, a central courtyard with a bike rack, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

5. Kasa on the River Boise

East End, 2.2 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Bernadette

AED 393

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story building with a prominent dome and a flat roof terrace.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bathtub, and a seating area with a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large windows, and a view of the city.

A bar with a long counter, red chairs, and a bartender.

6. Hotel Renegade

Downtown Boise, 3.9 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Brian

AED 500

AED 565 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a wooden floor, a stone accent wall, and a large window overlooking the city.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a large plant and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a green roof, balconies with plants, and a ground-level restaurant with outdoor seating.

A hotel entrance with a large illuminated 'H' sign, a glass door, and a view of the street outside.

7. Inn at 500 Capitol

Downtown Boise, 3.5 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Sarah

AED 612

AED 691 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a red sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are two side tables with lamps, a large window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

A Tesla charging station with a Tesla Model S parked in front.

A hotel with a central tower, a flag, and a sign reading "Oxford Suites."

A lobby with a reception desk, a decorative ceiling, a stone wall, and a small indoor garden.

8. Oxford Suites Boise

Southwest Ada County Alliance, 9.4 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Angel

AED 443

AED 542 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide, lounge chairs, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a grey sectional sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, two sofas, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Home 2 Suites' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Boise Downtown

Downtown Boise, 3.3 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Terry

AED 539

AED 609 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, covered by large white canopies, and a building in the background.

A breakfast bar with coffee, orange juice, and cereal bowls.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking area with trees and plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

10. Modern Hotel

Downtown Boise, 4.2 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

James

AED 643

AED 727 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, a clock, and a wooden bench.

A conference room with a long table, blue chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a view of trees through large windows.

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

11. Element by Marriott Boise Downtown

Downtown Boise, 3.8 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

gretchen

AED 577

AED 652 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a city view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front yard.

12. Residence Inn By Marriott Eagle Boise

17.6 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Michael

AED 466

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor lounge area with a pool, fire feature, and seating.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, tables, and chairs, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Hyatt Place Boise/Meridian

15 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

AED 511

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a palm tree, a water slide, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sectional sofa, two armchairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hampton Inn & Suites."

A hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a TV, and a seating area with a view of the city.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Boise-Downtown

Downtown Boise, 3.5 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

rafael

AED 509

AED 575 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hotel 43' sign, a stone facade, and a car parked in front.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with a glass partition labeled "PARALLEL ROOM," a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a side table.

A multi-level interior with glass railings, recessed lighting, and a central decorative ceiling panel.

15. Hotel 43

Downtown Boise, 3.7 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Wendy

AED 628

AED 710 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern building with a rooftop patio, outdoor seating, and a visible street sign for Grove St.

A coffee shop interior with tables, chairs, and a coffee machine.

A reception desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with a view of the street.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a robe hanging on the wall.

16. The SPARROW

Downtown Boise, 3.8 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

JOE NEIL

AED 580

AED 655 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with leather seating, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A hotel lobby with a pool area, including a hot tub and lounge chairs.

A lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Boise Airport

5.9 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Terri

AED 434

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden flooring and white furniture.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Boise Downtown City Center

Downtown Boise, 3.5 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Carol

AED 657

AED 743 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a stone wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a decorative wall piece.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boise West

West Boise, 9.4 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

Jeremy

AED 437

AED 494 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a well-organized bookshelf.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone wall.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, two wooden chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Eagle Boise, ID

17.5 km from Old Idaho Penitentiary

margaret

AED 605

AED 653 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Old Idaho Penitentiary

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Boise Guest House	9.6 Exceptional 230 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,084 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boise ParkCenter	9.0 Wonderful 1,028 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Boise	8.8 Excellent 610 reviews	View
Kasa on the River Boise	7.6 Good 84 reviews	View

Top Old Idaho Penitentiary Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Renegade

10/10 Excellent

"excellent atmosphere! great food great service"

The Grove Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great rooms were clean."

Inn at 500 Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, nice spacious room, and restaurant was delicious"

#StayinMyDistrict NEBoise HOTTUB

10/10 Excellent

"What a wonderful, cozy place to stay in Boise! Close to downtown adventures and has a terrific view of the city and sunsets. My husband and two dogs fit perfectly in this modern space. Enjoyed a dip in the hot tub in the evenings and then morning views on the second patio with our coffee. Would stay here again!"

Kasa on the River Boise

8/10 Good

"room was well-appointed, though a hair dryer would have been very nice. room was very clean except for the bathroom (walls needed a scrub, shower wall above stall had some mildew, fabric curtain was dirty/showed wear, tub was stained). had a hiccup getting the check in / registration in time being a past user, but support was quick and helpful so still seamless to use. pool was closed, would have been nice to know that, but otherwise a great second stay! will book again!"

Remodeled Foothills Home-Backs to Open Space, Close to BSU, Bike path, etc

10/10 Excellent

"We have rented several places through VRBO and this one is hands down the best one yet. The views from the house are spectacular! Walking distance to a park, the Geology Museum, the Botanical Gardens and the Penitentiary. Highly recommend and plan on staying in this house again when we return!"

The Townhouse on Highland – Near Greenbelt

10/10 Excellent

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Private Loft with trail access to Boise Foothills - Pets Welcome!

10/10 Excellent

"Great little place, simply furnished. If you have joint problems there are many stairs, not a negative just an FYI The caretaker and home owners are great people "

Other attractions near Old Idaho Penitentiary

Museum of Mining & Geology

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Mining & Geology during your trip to Boise. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Idaho Botanical Garden

9.2/10 (112 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Idaho Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Boise. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Eagle Rock Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eagle Rock Park, a lovely green space in Boise. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Natatorium Pool & Hydrotube

Take the family on an outing to Natatorium Pool & Hydrotube during your trip to Boise. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Warm Springs Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Boise at Warm Springs Golf Club. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park, a lovely green space in Boise. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center

You can take time to visit Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center during your travels to Boise. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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Boise River & Greenbelt

9.6/10 (470 reviews)

You can take time to visit Boise River & Greenbelt during your travels to Boise. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old Idaho Penitentiary?

Old Idaho Penitentiary is located in a welcoming area of Boise known for its beautiful river views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Old Idaho Penitentiary?

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boise ParkCenter is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Old Idaho Penitentiary. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Renegade and Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Old Idaho Penitentiary?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Old Idaho Penitentiary.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old Idaho Penitentiary, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Old Idaho Penitentiary.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old Idaho Penitentiary?

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What can I see and do near Old Idaho Penitentiary?

You'll want to browse the collections at Discovery Center of Idaho, Basque Museum and Cultural Center, and Boise Art Museum. Egyptian Theatre, Boise Depot, and Christ Chapel are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Knitting Factory, Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater and Reserve, and Ballet Idaho.

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Our top choices for Old Idaho Penitentiary hotels

1. Boise Guest House

2. Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boise ParkCenter

4. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Boise

5. Kasa on the River Boise

6. Hotel Renegade

7. Inn at 500 Capitol

8. Oxford Suites Boise

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Boise Downtown

10. Modern Hotel

11. Element by Marriott Boise Downtown

12. Residence Inn By Marriott Eagle Boise

13. Hyatt Place Boise/Meridian

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Boise-Downtown

15. Hotel 43

16. The SPARROW

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Boise Airport

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Boise Downtown City Center

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boise West

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Eagle Boise, ID

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Top Old Idaho Penitentiary Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG

Hotel Renegade

The Grove Hotel

Inn at 500 Capitol

#StayinMyDistrict NEBoise HOTTUB

Kasa on the River Boise

Remodeled Foothills Home-Backs to Open Space, Close to BSU, Bike path, etc

The Townhouse on Highland – Near Greenbelt

Private Loft with trail access to Boise Foothills - Pets Welcome!

Other attractions near Old Idaho Penitentiary

Museum of Mining & Geology

Idaho Botanical Garden

Eagle Rock Park

Natatorium Pool & Hydrotube

Warm Springs Golf Club

Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park

Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center

Boise River & Greenbelt

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