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The SPARROW

2.0 star property

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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1070 W Grove St, Boise, ID, 83702
  • Place, Boise Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Knitting Factory
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Idaho Central Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

Suite, Corner (Cottonwood)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

Room (Queen with Bunk Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

Room, Multiple Beds (SPARROW King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (Sycamore)

Suite (Sycamore)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (The Willow)

Suite (The Willow)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Boise

The SPARROW places you in the centre of Boise, within a short 5-minute stroll of Jack's Urban Meeting Place and Boise Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The coffee shop, Form and Function, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Downtown Boise hotel include Boise State University and Roaring Springs Waterpark.

What's nearby

  • Boise Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knitting Factory - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Idaho Central Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boise State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Zoo Boise - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zen Bento - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grove Plaza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mulligans' Golf Pub & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Matlack’s Public House Beergarten - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The SPARROW

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. The SPARROW also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The SPARROW was completed in February 2024.

This Boise hotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2024
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The SPARROW offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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: 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 70 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The SPARROW?

The SPARROW offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The SPARROW?

As of 15 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The SPARROW on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$287, 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.

Is parking available at The SPARROW?

Yep, The SPARROW has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The SPARROW?

The closest beach to The SPARROW is Sandy Point Beach (15.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The SPARROW?

No, The SPARROW does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The SPARROW?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The SPARROW's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The SPARROW?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The SPARROW?

Dogs are welcome at The SPARROW, with food and water bowls on offer.

The SPARROW Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 951 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1200 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff and comfortable rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, very clean, love the coffee shop, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Front Desk Staff was terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was very nice and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boutique hotel is perfectly located in downtown Boise! Cozy robes and amazing coffee shop in the lobby! Have stayed 3 times and live walking from this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, quick check in and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was great and the front desk help was amazing. We will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check-in, cool rooms with a European feel, assigned parking spot was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds and pillows alone are to die for! The best sleep I have had in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and thoughtful in every way. Beds were extremely comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute art deco boutique hotel. Very clean. Friendly staff. Near Boise State University to visit our son.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! Clean room. Nice decor and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and professional. The property clean and the bed very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything is great, including the location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and super comfortable beds. Love the style and the halls smelled amazing! Very nice and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and room was spotless! Great location near by lots of good coffee shops and local bars
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stay here often when in town for work. Always a great experience. Friendly team, clean & comfortable rooms, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super cute and clean! Plush bed and sweet staff!!! Really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and service was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great clean place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is adorable! Smells amazing, helpful and friendly staff, robes are like giant hoodies (so warm and comfortable). The bed was very cozy and coffee amenities are nice!
Amazing robes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always ver helpful & welcoming. Rooms are very clean & comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026