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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner

3.0 of 5
1800 Fairview Ave., Boise, ID 83702 (Formerly Doubletree Boise Downtowner)
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Ranked #22 of 56 hotels in Boise
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

Its my second time that I've stayed here and my experience was pleasant. The front girl even remembered me which I thought was pretty neat. The rooms are clean, they offer a free shuttle service to downtown (and I think the airport maybe too), they have a hair dryer, iron/ironing board, cable tv, wifi and work desk. I recommend this... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

We were walk-ins and only stayed one night but we had a clean room (pillows were soft and fluffy) and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Very close to downtown and the price was right! We didn't check out the breakfast because we slept in to late. Check out was at noon which was super nice not having to... More

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Richland, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

The hotel was comfortable and the staff, for the most part, helpful and friendly. Lobby carpets were worn and soiled, the hotel in general is about ten years overdue for an update. Terrible coffee served in both the restaurants and for meetings. Wifi access was good throughout the facility. Not a bad value for the price but not impressive either.

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Baker City, Oregon
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I have used this hotel before as it is pet friendly, but was not impressed with the cleanliness overall. The room was okay except for coffee drips on the bathroom floor. It had not been cleaned properly. Just because you travel with a furry companion doesn't mean you give up cleanliness!

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Seattle, Washington
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Ok here is the situation 99% of the staff were nice and helpful so I won't make them all go down for the one girl who was working the next morning. The rooms only have one open outlet which is really a pain for those of us that travel with more then one electronic. Our tub did not drain hardly... More

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review on our property and your time with us. We value the input of all of our guests. I would like to apologize for not meeting your expectations. I’m sorry that the room you stayed in had issue with the TV, bathtub drain, light bulb and sheets. Our Housekeeping manager and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013 via mobile

Beds are pretty comfortable, shower is nice with good pressure.. Close to downtown and shopping.Staff was friendly and helpful. Free continental breakfast was tasty. Nice roomy, comfortable rooms. Nice atmosphere. Would stay here again. Check in was easy and fast. TV was a flat screen. The rooms are updated and cheery. Good stay in Boise at the Red Lion.

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to submit a review on our property and your time with us. We value the input of all of our guests and are very pleased to know that we were able to exceed your expectations. We do hope that you will come and visit us again and if there is anything we... More

Seattle, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

The hotel is older, but rooms are clean and comfortable. The Cafe opens at 6:00 am each morning with a very tasty buffet breakfast for $6. A real bargain. We enjoyed our stay and found the staff friendly and helpfuyl.

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your experience here at the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. We realize that you can stay anywhere and we thank you for choosing the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. We hope to see you again in the very near future and if there is anything we can do to... More

Lewiston, Idaho
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

As a "Friend of the Red Lion"; it pains me to write this. I called ahead to ask about amenities as I was travelling to Boise with my two kids, and was told there was a pool and restaurant on site. After a long drive we arrived to find there was in fact a pool...outside and closed until later in... More

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

I apologize for your frustration you experienced during your recent visit. It was personally very disappointing for me to read your review. Unfortunately it sounds like someone gave you poor information when answering your questions regarding our amenities. It is true our pool is outdoors. Our pool was scheduled to open on May 15th. We opened the pool on May... More

Queen Creek, Az
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Great hotel with a kind and caring staff. I have stayed here multiple times and each experience is always a great one. Jessica at the front desk is so welcoming and helpful. James the van driver is amazing. His contagious smile, joyful attitude, and incredible knowledge of the area is so appreciated. He goes above and beyond to make sure... More

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write such wonderful comments about your recent stay with us at the Red Lion Hotel Boise. We are always thrilled when we are able to exceed the expectations of our guests. Exceeding your expectations is what we aim to do each and every time and knowing that we were able to achieve that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

I opted to upgrade to the tower for a higher level room and mountain view. The front desk kindly suggested it and it was a great suggestion. I can only speak for the tower rooms when saying that the room amenities and furnishings were on par with 3.5 star hotels I have stayed in (Hyatt in Louisville, KY came to... More

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback on your recent stay. We are thrilled to know that we were able to exceed your expectations and we’re delighted that you took the time to post this feedback. Ken Kester General Manager More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Red Lion Boise
Boise Red Lion
Address: 1800 Fairview Ave., Boise, ID 83702 (Formerly Doubletree Boise Downtowner)
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Region: United States > Idaho > Boise
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#16 Business Hotels in Boise
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
An ideal location in the center of everything and conveniently located off I-184 in the core of downtown Boise, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is just 15 minutes from the airport via our free airport transportation. Take a short drive to the State Capitol, the Boise Convention Center and many other popular attractions. We're just minutes away from the beautiful Boise River and Boise State University.182 fully renovated, comfortable guest rooms and two spacious suites welcome you to our seven-story, full-service property. Guest rooms feature 37" flat-screen televisions, microwaves, mini-refrigerators, phones and coffeemakers. Complimentary wi-fi is also available throughout the hotel, including all guest and meeting spaces. Take advantage our fitness center, whirlpool and swimming pool and take some time to explore Boise's Greenbelt jogging path, just steps away. Seven golf courses, shopping, skiing, rafting and the great Idaho outdoors are all close by.With 8,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is a full service convention hotel able to accommodate up to 250 guests for your next conference or special occasion.This hotel offers a range of dining options, including a'la carte restaurant dining from an abbreviated menu to a cozy lounge in which to order appetizers and a beverage to enjoy with your Café2Go purchases. All select service hotels feature the Roaring Start Breakfast Buffet, Café2Go and catering services. ... more   less 
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