The SPARROW

2.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Boise State University

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Exterior
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
BBQ/picnic area
Suite, Corner (Cottonwood) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Downtown Boise's vibrant energy pulses through The SPARROW, where a firepit and outdoor entertainment area invite relaxation. Savor a meal at Form and Function, or grab a coffee from the on-site cafe - with in-room WiFi, you'll stay connected throughout your stay. Previous guests rave about their experience.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Digital TV service
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
$158 nightly
The total price is $178
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Suite (The Willow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillowtop bed
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillowtop bed
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

Highlights

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

Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillowtop bed
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite (Sycamore)

Highlights

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

Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillowtop bed
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillowtop bed
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID, 83702

What's nearby

  • Idaho Central Arena - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Boise Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knitting Factory - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boise State University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 15 min drive
  • Boise Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Matlack’s Public House Beergarten - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ginza Sushi Grill And Ramen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barbarian Brewing Downtown Taproom - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The SPARROW

The SPARROW puts you just a 5-minute drive from Boise State University. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Form and Function, which serves breakfast and lunch.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 67 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Offsite parking within 500 ft (USD 15 per night)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike repair services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2024
  • Picnic area
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Form and Function - This coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare.
Crisp - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 15 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 15 per night (500 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Does The SPARROW offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The SPARROW does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The SPARROW?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The SPARROW?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 15 per night. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The SPARROW?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The SPARROW and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. The SPARROW also has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The SPARROW?

Yes, Form and Function offers Fusion cuisine.

What's the area around The SPARROW like?

The SPARROW is in Downtown Boise, a short 16-minute walk from Boise State University and 4 minutes' walk from Boise Centre.

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The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Great stay

We had an amazing stay again. I booked another stay in October Its so close yo everything downtown.
Tonia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really cute hotel in an excellent location to walk to great bars and restaurants
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Girls’ night in the city

We loved everything about this hotel. Good value, amazing and friendly staff, comfortable beds, location is perfect for a night out in Boise!
Deana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little spot. Super walkable. Perfect for our stay.
MARY, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Retro and fun

Absolutely adorable hotel close to all the fun stuff at downtown Boise has to offer. We have stayed in their sister hotel in Walla Walla, and this was just as great! Very clean with thoughtful amenities in the simple and affordable rooms.
Dana, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’d stay again!

A great little hotel close to everything downtown. The staff was welcoming and friendly. I would definitely stay again.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very cute and stylish hotel. Very nice staff
Warren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love The Sparrow !

This is a great place to stay, especially for the price. Staff is absolutely fantastic. Rooms are not karge but are comfy and very clean. The cofee shop in the lobby is an added bonus. Great location in downtown Boise. Highly recommended.
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Desk staff was very friendly at check in and we were always greeted when coming & going. Room was clean and cozy. Robes in the room is a very nice touch. Hotel is walking distance to all the downtown places. Coffee bar next to lobby too. Looking forward to staying again.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot!

What a great spot! Swinging through town for a night with my family and two dogs. Easy, right downtown, can walk to get food right nearby, great little barista right in the lobby. Rooms are modern and clean and well taken care of. Lots of space in the room.
Sari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Modern, Fun, Affordable

Compact yet well-appointed, modern, clean and with lots of thoughtful touches. Our family of 3 stayed in the Sparrow King and were super comfy. The bed was awesome, the toiletries smell AMAZING and are not miniature and wasteful which I appreciate. I also appreciated the filtered water available. The location is great, very walkable to shops and restaurants. I would absolutely stay here if I were to find myself in Boise again.
Rachel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well recommended

Great little place to stay in the downtown area.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

i have literally stayed in 1000s of hotels, and for a relatively low price i as quite surprised. very clean quiet and friendly!
timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very easy to walk to dinner and our venue, will stay there again
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful boutique hotel in a fun part of Boise. Easy walking to dining area.
Renee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great downtown location

Great downtown location, updated and hip, priced right compared to other fancier hotels nearby. Reasonable $15/night parking. Nice coffee shop in lobby. Comfortable and clean rooms.
KRISTEN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice environment with all the accommodations I needed. Great first visit to Boise!
Lauren, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and Comfortable

I’m sure Boise is a great city but we wouldn’t know because the room was so comfortable we never left.
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Being in the middle of downtown was epic the staff were excellent kind curious the atmosphere was just wonderful
jeffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of my favorite places to stay while in Boise. Staff are always pleasant, helpful and attentive. I've only stayed in the courtyard units which are well appointed, super comfortable and fun.
Randall, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy and comfortable room with many special touches. Great location. Would definitely stay again.
Teresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a fun hotel to stay. Close to downtown and great to walk to the Boise Center each day for the conference I attended. I enjoyed the aesthetic and would book again! Staff was really nice as well and helpful!
Denise, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

super hip and trendy hotel in the heart of Boise

Very hip trendy hotel in the heart of Boise. I stayed at one of their other hotels in Bozeman and it was very similar. I love the mountain modern style, and it has a great indoor and outdoor lobby area that people actually enjoy hanging out in. The room was very comfortable, shower and bathroom was great, and mattress and pillows super comfy. Location was perfect - you can walk to everything without being in the middle of the noise.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a lovely hotel! It was clean and well decorated, and the staff was helpful and friendly.
Kait, 2-night trip