West Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit West Downtown
Popular places to visit

Boise State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Boise State University during your trip to Boise. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Albertsons Stadium
Catch an event at Albertsons Stadium during your trip to Boise. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Idaho State Capitol Building
After visiting Idaho State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boise. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
ExtraMile Arena
Catch an event at ExtraMile Arena during your trip to Boise. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
The Village at Meridian
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Village at Meridian during your trip to Meridian. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Boise Towne Square Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Boise Towne Square Mall during your stay in Boise. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities

Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Boise Hidden Treasures
Our pick of the best West Downtown Hotel Deals

Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner
The hallways smelled foul. The bathrooms had stains and some mold in the tub.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Cabana Inn
Just ok. The room was specious, the bed was comfortable. A lot of parking. Good location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Spacious downtown loft, with soaking tub&gym access-walk to BSU and Boise River!
Perfect spot to rest your head. Close to town by scooter or walking. Clean and comfortable bed and spacious bathroom (Suite 1). Highly recommended and would stay again. Host Carrie answers all me questions in a timely manner.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hotel Renegade
Staff were beyond friendly and accommodating, we brought our Pug and they had set up dog bowls, cozy bed, snax and a toy! We truly enjoyed the valet parking, SO easy, Always fast and the staff rocked it!! The Rooftop Bar, was packed, yet we were able to find a table and chairs and even invite our ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Riverside Hotel, BW Premier Collection
It was a very quick trip, I wish I would have been able to stay longer to be able to enjoy all of the wonderful amenities. I did get to hangout at The Sandbar, the live music was great, the food fabulous and the atmosphere was so much fun. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG
Menu was adequate, hotels just getting dated.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Downtown

Downtown Boise
Downtown Boise is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Knitting Factory or Idaho Central Arena.

West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Payette Brewing Company and Kathryn Albertson Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North End
Visitors to North End enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, First United Presbyterian Church is worth a stop.

Sunset
While there might not be top attractions in Sunset, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Quail Hollow Golf Course and Cinder Winery.

Depot Bench
Though Depot Bench may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boise Depot and Morrison Center for the Performing Arts.

Veterans Park
While Veterans Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cinder Winery and Quail Hollow Golf Course.

