The SPARROW is a great choice for a stay in Boise. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Form and Function, which serves breakfast and lunch.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
67 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Secured covered on-site self-parking (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Off-site parking within 500 ft (USD 15 per night)
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike tour information
Free use of nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Co-working 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
Bike parking
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
No plastic soft drinks 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 bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Deep-pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 specialises in Fusion cuisine. Open selected 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 lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you 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 spaces may be limited. Electric car 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: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The SPARROW and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as 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 4-minute walk from Boise Centre and 6 minutes' walk from Idaho Central Arena.
The SPARROW Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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
7 January 2025
Megan M
Megan M, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 January 2025
Jenn
Jenn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2025
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2025
Super cool place
Great little hotel near everything cool in downtown Boise. Staff was amazing!
nicole
nicole, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
2 January 2025
Cute hotel! Do your own local research.
The hotel has a lot of character and detail in design. It was disappointing to not have food and drink available onsite and the front desk staff couldn't offer local recommendations for food when asked.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2024
Brooke
Brooke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2024
Great stay & Pet Friendly
Really enjoyed our stay at The Sparrow. The room was comfortable and the staff was so kind. We appreciated them being so welcoming to us and our dog. Very pet friendly.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 December 2024
Clean and great location for reasonable price.
Stayed there for two nights. Staff was helpful and check was easy. The lights in the room are goofy at first but easy to figure out.
William
William, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Amazing Stay!
The Sparrow was great. The room was spotless clean, very hip, perfect location to downtown, the sheets were smooth as butter!!! It was a very cool place to stay.
Denise
Denise, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
20 December 2024
Carlton M
Carlton M, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 December 2024
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
Great Boise Hotel!
Great front desk staff Sara and ? Love the simple rooms.
The AC/heating could use a little quieting down.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2024
Central
Great location and the staff was friendly and helpful. We will stay here again.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2024
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 December 2024
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2024
Fernando
Fernando, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2024
Great stay!
Fantastic customer service
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2024
Downtown boise
Cool modern hotel close enough for walking to dinnner and shops. Room was comfortable and good value. Only down side is the barn door on the bathroom, Not a great deal of privacy for sound or light when sharing a room
casey
casey, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
The Sparrow was Delightful
Charming and personal hotel in downtown Boise. It's a great place to stay for a short visit. Friendly and helpful staff, cute lobby/coffee shop, and comfy beds. The included 'prize fighter' style bathrobes in the room were cozy and fun! I recommend this property. Parking was very convenient.
Julie
Julie, 2-night business trip
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4/10 Fair
24 November 2024
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