don't know what it used to be like and mostly I don't care - can't be living in the past, water…read moreunder the bridge, stuff like that... lots of new concretes and masonry and scraped land desperately in need of plantings and maybe a splash of the water flowing past... inside you'll find all the welcomey stuff that is the stock and trade of these places including the oddly attired guy who's trying too hard. you know what to expect when the makeover is complete but it's the details that define the experience; maybe they'll have complimentary hot coffee on request...

Warming station and warm bathrooms - this is your chance to stop!…read more This was my first experience with a rest area offering a welcoming area with heat! If you need a place for the fur babies, there is a walking path! We are always grateful to have a place like this during our travels.

We almost missed this rest stop because was on the other side of the freeway and had to going to…read morethe freeway. There's only a few reasons we'd be stopping here... one is most obvious lol. In the middle of the night we have to stop to take a break from driving and snooze a bit before we were on our way again.

We stopped here for a break. Nice scenery and restrooms as well. We stopped and at at the park even…read morethough it was chilly

Great place to take a safe nap in your truck! That's why I did. The male bathroom was clean. The…read moreentire place was nice and I was pleasantly surprised with everything. Glad it is there!

Stopped here because there was a welcome center attached but it was closed. They have a garden area…read moreand a small grassy area. There is a rest area supervisor on site.

Directly across the border from Oregon into Idaho, this isn't much more than a parking lot along…read morethe highway. There was a truck parked here idling and so I decided to give it a shot. There are no services but I'm self contained in the van. Once the sun set, the stars came out and my night vision settled in, it was amazing. So very quiet out here and with absolutely no light pollution, I could see millions and millions of stars. Other than some noise of a truck or two in the night passing by, there was no noise. There might have been a police patrol, but I was sound asleep. And because it's Idaho, I was able to take my firearm out of its locked box and have it nearby just in case. No worries, I was undisturbed and had a great night's sleep here before continuing on through the mountains to Marsing and Nampa. [Review 17751 overall - 31 in Idaho - 1272 of 2022.]

Great little shop and visitor center on the edge of town. Very friendly staff and lots of little…read moretrinkets for sale including bookmarks, magnets, T-shirts, posters, Huckleberry candies, and a little something for everyone. Definitely make sure to stop by and say hi if you're planning to come to Idaho City.

When you gotta go, you gotta go! Thank goodness for convenient visitor centers in isolated locals.read more

Wonderful place! Employees are extremely helpful and nice! Entrance is beautiful with all the…read morecustom wood and huge fireplace. Hallways are lovely and large, rooms are very comfortable and big! Breakfast will not disappoint! So many selections and all fresh! Highly recommend

Typical Homewood. Full kitchen, living room, and separate bedroom. King bed was very comfy. Free…read morebreakfast each morning. The Managers reception on Wednesday evening was disappointing. Bud Light and boxed wine are not okay. Should be featuring local beer and wine. No internet the first 3 days and the computers in the business center didn't work.

One of the BEST hotels I've ever stayed in…read more My husband and I decided to travel to Boise for a quick vacation & this place did not disappoint. As you walk into the lobby, you're immediately hit with a pleasant aroma/signature scent. Not to mention, the decor and atmosphere is top notch. The front desk staff made checking-in easy. There was a slight delay with room inspection before we could head up to our room (but truly, not a huge issue). We were able to leave our luggage behind the front desk & enjoyed a nice drink at the bar downstairs. Once we got to our room, I was even more impressed. The bathroom alone is worth another visit. The shower is massive and I loved the spa-like feel overall. Beds were comfortable and I enjoyed the cozy lighting. I could go on and on- just book the trip! I will be waiting until we can come back and stay here next time. Great experience!

Our stay here was so nice! Between the texts leading up and the actual experience, they really put…read morethought into what they deliver. The room was way more swanky than anything we ever stay in, but even my husband commented on how nice it was, and he isn't usually impressed with hotels. You could sleep in the shower with how much space there was. The ambiance definitely matched all the things I had heard about it - very industrial meets modern in a thoughtful way. And don't sleep on Blue Collar Coffee or the rooftop bar, if even for just the view of the foothills. You can't beat the location either - it's walkable to everything but just outside the true heart of downtown where it gets busier. Recommend for a staycation night (what we did) or a splurge-y stay with friends!

Wow let's start with great location!! The staff is amazing, the rooms are clean!! Breakfast is…read morefabulous. No loud noises or disruptions. This was a great stay. I would come back for sure. Heads up try the pancakes the cook to order they are pretty good

My view from room 232. Did not expect to have a bullet hole through the window. Shows how well…read moretheir rooms are maintained. What else is there to say?

Wonderful, pleasant staff. Exceptional free breakfast! Tesla chargers. Close to restaurants and…read moremovies. Lovely place to stay when on the road thru Boise!

Good location nice and clean complimentary breakfast and afternoon wine and snacks easy access to…read morethe freeway

For more than eight years, the Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum has been our "home away from home"…read morewhenever we stayed in Boise. The hotel itself was always comfortable and dependable, but the restaurant was historically what you would expect from typical hotel dining -- perfectly acceptable, but nothing especially memorable. In fact, we routinely walked across the street to Legends whenever we wanted a truly enjoyable meal. That has completely changed since Chef Todd Simtonson arrived. What Chef Todd has done with the food program here is nothing short of remarkable. He has transformed ordinary hotel dining into an experience genuinely worth looking forward to. The quality, creativity, consistency, and presentation now rival many standalone restaurants. I recently stayed at the hotel for 13 nights while recovering from knee surgery, and Chef Todd's food and hospitality honestly became one of the highlights of my stay. After long recovery days, it truly felt at times like having my own personal chef. That level of care and consistency made a huge difference during what could have otherwise been a difficult trip. Even better, Chef Todd personally checks on guests and clearly cares whether people are enjoying their meals. That kind of pride and personal attention is increasingly rare. The specials have been outstanding. The fried pork chops and grits were absolutely phenomenal -- comfort food elevated to restaurant-quality cuisine. The meatloaf was so good I went back for a second helping after practically licking the plate clean. Even the Caesar salad is dramatically better than it used to be. This is no longer "good hotel food." This is legitimately excellent dining hidden inside a Hilton Garden Inn. The entire staff deserves credit for making guests feel welcome, but Chef Todd has brought something truly special to this property. We are already looking forward to returning in June. Highly recommended.

Woke up with bites on my legs this morning. I'm worried, not sure what kind of bug bit me.read more