Mid-Range Travel Guide: Boise

Accommodation

$90-180 per night

Mid-range chain hotels, boutique inns, or well-rated vacation rentals near downtown

Food & Dining

$45-85 per day

Casual dining restaurants, local breweries, farmers market meals, mix of dining out and takeout

Transportation

$20-50 per day

Mix of rideshares, rental car for day trips, occasional public transit

Activities

$30-70 per day

Paid attractions, guided outdoor tours, brewery visits, cultural activities

Stay in accommodations outside downtown core for typically 30-50% savings on lodging

Eat at local food trucks and diners instead of tourist-focused restaurants for 40-60% food savings

Use the public bus system instead of rideshares for 70-80% transportation savings

Take advantage of free outdoor activities like hiking trails and park access instead of paid tours

Visit during shoulder seasons for 20-35% savings on accommodation rates

Shop at grocery stores and prepare some meals yourself to cut food costs by 50-70%

Book accommodations 2-3 months in advance for early bird discounts of 15-25%

Staying only in downtown hotels during peak seasons without comparing suburban options (can cost 2-3x more)

Relying exclusively on rideshares instead of using the bus system (typically 4-5x more expensive)

Eating all meals at restaurants in tourist areas rather than exploring local neighborhoods (usually 50-100% markup)