Let’s be honest: where you stay can be a defining memory of any trip. So choose wisely. To help, we’ve assembled some ideas and inspiration for unforgettable places to stay on your next visit to Southwest Idaho.
Idaho City
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INN THE PINES
Wake up and warm up in the trees. Inn the Pines features seven rooms, as well as a family cabin adjacent to The Springs, an upscale hot springs resort just outside of Idaho City. Guests must be 21 or over. Pets are not accepted.
BACKCOUNTRY YURTS
Idaho State Parks offers several cozy yurts for year-round stays. Each sleeps five or six and provides all the comforts of home both in the winter snow or summer heat. And the views can’t be beat!
THE SMOKEJUMPER
It’s the little things. Literally. Stay in a tiny home, without sacrificing amenities or comfort. Each unit at The Smokejumper includes a full mini kitchen, sleeps 4, features “smart glass” and even remote work stations.
Garden Valley
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RÖRA HAUS
A gorgeous modern A-frame in the trees. Oh so Insta-worthy. The Röra Haus sleeps six in three bedrooms.
Horseshoe Bend
SWEET ANIMAL SANCTUARY
This one’s for animal lovers. The Sweet Animal Sanctuary (SAS) is home to sheep, goats, alpacas, donkeys, horses, chickens, and turkeys. Live close to the animals and share a snack provided by the sanctuary! They even offer breakfast for human guests. The SAS sleeps 4.
Treasure Valley
INN AT 500 CAPITOL
Style and comfort in the center of the city. Inn at 500 Capitol is a Four Diamond, boutique hotel with soul. Enjoy unique rooms, artistic interior design, and upscale dining without leaving the property. But when you do, Boise’s charms are just steps away.
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BIG IDAHO POTATO HOTEL
The name says it all. You’ll be staying inside an enormous potato, Idaho’s most famous export. Located just outside of Boise on 400 acres of farmland, this stay ensures a spud-tacular time. Sleeps two.
HOTEL RENEGADE
With designs inspired by Boise’s rich history, this luxury boutique hotel offers guests a “new way to stay.” In the heart of downtown Boise, take in the city with a warm cup from the hotel’s coffee house or wind down with an old fashioned at the rooftop bar. Be one of the first guests at Hotel Renegade in 2024!
208 STUDIO
A hip, minimalist studio experience in the heart of Meridian. Enjoy modern aesthetic and timeless hospitality. The 208 Studio sleeps two.
Bonus: check out Modern Hotel and The Grove Hotel — two longtime favorites for upscale stays.
McCall & Cascade
WAPITI MEADOW RANCH
Located in the heart of Idaho’s Salmon River wilderness, Wapiti Meadow Ranch offers classic guest cabins surrounded by hiking, fly fishing, wildlife watching, and more. And they’ve done it for 32 years. Wapiti Meadow Ranch is a true Idaho experience.
ARROWHEAD CAMPGROUND
Sure, you could bring your RV or tent — but you don’t have to. Arrowhead includes rustic cabins and yurts just steps away from a calm stretch of the Payette River. Also included? Classes from on-site artisans.
CASCADE DOME
Sleep under the stars in this beautiful geodesic dome. It may be a rustic, off-grid experience, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t high-style or comfortable. Requires walking down 32 stairs and over uneven terrain. The Cascade Dome sleeps two.
SCANDIA INN
A historical staple in downtown McCall surrounded by Scandinavian culture, architecture, and tradition. With five different room types, the Scandia Inn is just a short stroll from Payette Lake, local shopping, and restaurants.
WARM LAKE LODGE
Outdoor enthusiasts – your perfect place awaits! With an elevation of 5,300 feet above sea level, this pristine location is located at Warm Lake, the largest natural lake in the Boise National Forest.
Camp, fish, hunt, hike, or spend your time at the Warm Lake Lodge restaurant and bar. The area is full of active wildlife, so there is never a shortage of things to see. Rent one of their seven cabins or opt for a camping spot just 250 feet from the short of the lake.
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Southwest Idaho Accommodations
Whether that means a cabin in the mountains, a guest barn in the country or deluxe suite in the city, there’s a home-away-from-home waiting for you in Southwest Idaho.
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A 4-Day Winter Visit to McCall
Welcome to McCall, Southwest Idaho’s winter wonderland. Here, the adventures don’t stop when winter hits, so we’ve put together a 4-day visit full of skiing, snowmobiling, hot springs and more.
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Harvest Season Guide
From haunted corn mazes to Boise State football games, we’ve outlined our top 10 favorite things to do in the fall in Southwest Idaho.