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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 #13 of 55 hotels in Boise
4.0 of 5 stars 74 Reviews
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vegasscot
PacNW
Reviewer
5 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2012

Because the manager of the hotel replied to my poor review of his hotel, I called and spoke to him about the conditions of the hotel during my last stay. He offered me a free night to come back and try again. I have to say that the second visit was MUCH, MUCH better. The room was clean and we... More

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Travel_Ute
Salt Lake City, Utah
Contributor
11 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2011

I've stayed at the Red Lion Boise several times over the years and it's a great hotel. Clean, updated rooms, friendly staff, one of the best hotel sports bars around! It might not be in the heart of downtown but it is within walking distance and in an area that I feel is safe to walk in. More

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travis98683
Vancover, WA
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2011

We got this hotel through hotwire for $49 so we weren't sure what to expect. As it turns out, we enjoyed our stay here thoroughly. We were especially nervous after reading some of the reviews on here but were pleasantly surprised by how nice the room was. The breakfast buffet for $4.95 is a bit of a rip off. It... More

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charley48
idaho
Top Contributor
148 reviews
133 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

we have stayed here many times and always love he staff...we got our usual room, by asking, and the staff saved it for us!!! and wow, they have done a facelift....new beds, new pillows, new bedding , new flatscreens...and the bathroom is totally redone, great new shower head...yipeee, and well, get this,the sheets are ironed..where do you get that ??can't... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

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

Jeff S
Lewiston, Idaho
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 4, 2011

I just stayed in Boise at the Red Lion Hotel Downtowner. I frequently stay there because of the friendly staff, GM, sales department and food not to mention the cleanliness of the hotel everytime I stay there. You can't beat the location either, close to the Capitol, downtown, freeway and all the city has to offer. Best value for all... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

We were thrilled to know that you had a great time with us during your recent stay. Thank you for taking the time to write such wonderful comments. 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... More

Bobbi D
Twin Falls, Idaho
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2011

The Red Lion has welcomed University of Idaho Extension and 4-H activities on a number of occasions. I have participated in these events for the last three years and have yet to be disappointed by the friendly staff, clean, modern rooms or any of the banquet staff. I brought my family to stay last year during the State Fair and... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

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. Sincerely, Ken Kester General Manager More

MattHunter
Pocatello, Idaho
Reviewer
3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2011

I stay at the Red Lion Boise Downtowner Hotel on a fairly regular basis. I am there about 8 - 10 nights per year. I have always enjoyed the hotel, especially the service. On my last visit I was surprised by some great upgrades. The first item was the new linens in the rooms. They look great and feel great... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

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

35539Das
Moscow, Idaho
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 12, 2011

Due to the wonders of technology, I inadvertently double-booked a reservation. There was confusion as to which online service accepted the reservation but Jenny would not be deterred. She took the initiative to help me solve the puzzle and arrange for me to communicate with the vendor to cancel the second reservation. Her concern and initiative was a welcome experience.... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

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. Our Mission at the Red Lion is to provide personalized, exuberant service and we are thrilled to know we’ve done that for you... More

cemory268
Long Beach, New York
Contributor
20 reviews
8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

I stayed here for business recently. It wan't terrible, I've stayed in worse, but if you're looking for more upscale accomodations, then this isn't for you. The managment has tried to make some updates to the rooms. The bathrooms are updated and there are new comforters on the bed. However, one of my pet peeves is when hotel sheets aren't... More

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Ken Kester, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this review
November 21, 2011

While my comments to your review are very late, they are not without gratitude. In a time when people are often too busy to provide any type of feedback, it is always a great pleasure to know that someone has taken the time to put something in writing in regards to their stay with our property. Sincerely, Ken Kester General... More

idahodan
idaho
Senior Contributor
29 reviews
18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I was there on business and needed a clean and quiet room, as I was working late hours. They gave me a nice sized room that had everything I needed. Comfy bed, frig, TV, wifi, good sized bathroom. And I slept well. Except, they put me next to the utility/storage room and the workers were knocking tables and carts around... More

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Address: 1800 Fairview Ave., Boise, ID 83702 (Formerly Doubletree Boise Downtowner)

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