Residence Inn Boise Downtown City Center brings the all-suite format to the middle of the city. Where its sister property sits near the university, this one puts you in the downtown core, so the Capitol, the Basque Block, Freak Alley, the public market and dozens of restaurants are all within a short walk. It is a smart choice for travelers who want to settle in for several nights without giving up a central address. Suites are spacious, with a separate sleeping area, a living space and in most layouts a full kitchen with a refrigerator, cooktop, microwave and dishwasher. Larger suites offer a second bedroom, which suits families and small groups. A free breakfast is a feature of the brand, and the hotel usually has a fitness room, laundry and a lobby gathering area. Confirm the room type and features you need when you book.
The neighborhood is the liveliest in the city. Step outside and you are near the plaza, the arena and the convention center, and the Greenbelt and Julia Davis Park are a short walk or ride south. Evenings bring crowds on event nights, so ask for a higher floor or a quieter side if you want calm. The airport is a short drive away, and ride services are quick to arrive.
Families, longer-stay guests and small groups benefit most from the extra room and kitchen. Couples who like to cook, or who want to bring home market produce, will also enjoy it. Travelers who prefer boutique character may find the style plain, but the space and location are strong.
Rates at Residence Inn Boise Downtown City Center move with demand in Boise. Summer weekends, football Saturdays at nearby Boise State, big conventions and the holiday season are the busiest periods, and midweek stays in late winter are usually the quietest and cheapest. Ask about parking, since downtown garages are common and charges differ from hotel to hotel, and check whether breakfast, Wi-Fi and any resort or facility fees are included in the quoted rate.
If you are traveling with a bike, a pet or a lot of luggage, mention it when you book so the front desk can plan for you.
Parking is usually in a nearby garage and may carry a fee, so ask before you arrive. Grocery shopping is easy within a short ride, and the Saturday market in the warm months is a handy source of fruit, bread and cheese. Book early for summer weekends, conventions and football weekends, and look for discounts on longer stays.
Boise is easy to navigate from any downtown base, with the Greenbelt, the Basque Block and the Capitol all within a short ride or walk. Whether you pick Residence Inn Boise Downtown City Center for its location, its style or its value, the practical advice is the same: reserve early for summer, ask for a quiet room if you are a light sleeper, and plan one or two days around the foothills and river so that you leave with more than a city view.
Why stay here
- ✓All-suite rooms
- ✓Kitchens in suites
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Fitness center
- ✓Downtown location
- ✓Laundry facilities
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air conditioning
Good questions
Do the suites have kitchens?+
Most suites include a kitchen with a refrigerator, cooktop and microwave. Check the room type when you book.
Is it walkable to the sights?+
Yes. The Capitol, the Basque Block and many restaurants are close by.
Is it good for longer stays?+
Yes. Suites, kitchens and laundry make it practical for a week or more.
