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The SPARROW

2.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Boise State University
Hotel with a restaurant, near Boise State University

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Lobby
Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)
BBQ/picnic Area
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

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €152
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Suite (The Willow)

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
  • 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

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
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

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
  • 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)

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
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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
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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

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, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility 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 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

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
  • 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

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

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The SPARROW

Hotel remodelled in 2024 and located near Boise State University
A firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and an outdoor entertainment area are just a few of the amenities provided at The SPARROW. The on-site restaurant, Form and Function, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and bike tour information
  • Bike parking, a water dispenser and concierge services
Room features
All 67 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2024
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - February 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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: 3:00 AM
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The SPARROW pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The SPARROW?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The SPARROW on 31 Aug 2025 start from €151.90, 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.

How much is parking at The SPARROW?

Self-parking is available for USD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The SPARROW?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The SPARROW?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The SPARROW located?

Located in Downtown Boise, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Boise Art Glass and Boise State University. Jack's Urban Meeting Place and Boise Centre are also within 5 minutes.

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The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 631 out of 794 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 794 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 794 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 794 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 794 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

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and a great location to walk to meals. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Besides the room meeting all our needs, the hotel is close to so much to see and visit in Boise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and coffee options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy my stay and time at the sparrow. The staff are very friendly and profession.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean quiet place convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool cute place! Loved staying there. The lobby/coffee shop/bar was a plus too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only needed an overnight stay but would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect for anyone looking for somewhere to stay within walking distance of the hustle and bustle of downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consistently excellent like the Lark in Bozeman, and the Wren in Missoula.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s got a great downtown vibe. Close to river walk; Live After 5, great restaurants parks etc. Jordan is an awesome manager!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Very friendly and accommodating staff. The room was comfortable with every amenity we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location, staff is great they work to help my wife that has mobility issues without a second thought. Awesome little boutique hotel it's our go to place in Boise
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmalee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the foodtruck, hotel and room smelt amazing, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very accommodating…would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is super cute, beds were very comfortable, and clean and modern. But the best thing about the hotel was the location. Everything was walkable in downtown Boise and it was very convenient to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this stay was great. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place but the trash pick up a 7 AM sucks, Get a room not in the rear
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Clean, trendy nice place! Loved bunk beds in room. Great for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a super cute quirky hotel. We will definitely stay here again. The sheets were amazing. The beds were comfy and the showerhead was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, staff and clean rooms. I would highly recommend the sparrow to my friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025