Well this one is a bit of a story…read more Wifey and I had been poking around in the Owyhees and decided to stop in on a Saturday to get some food. We were asked if we had reservations. We didn't. The owner told us that we needed them, but there were 4 people who ordered prime rib who hadn't showed up... and that she had to hold the dinners for them. We ordered a wine and beer. My beer... if it had been in the cooler, had been there for fewer than 5 minutes. We chatted and enjoyed the atmosphere and the locals telling tales for a while. The joy of hearing friends tell tales in a rustic hotel in the mountains shouldn't be underestimated. And then...the owner and her staff all came out of the kitchen with the prime rib on their plates. Now... she doesn't owe me anything and it's her business and they're truly free to enjoy a great meal that they prepared... but hey, I would have paid her for the prime rib. So, we laughed it off and had another drink and enjoyed more of the tale -telling Boiled down... The Good... The atmosphere The service from the staff The Meh... The tepid beer and service from the owner The Bad... We were left hungry and the owner ate right in front of us. So we drive to Melba for dinner at Buck's... look for my review of that later

This is nuts. I so shouldn't be the FTR. This is all the fault of Bradley and Toni, all with your…read moreblue highway Least Heat Moon sojourney stuff. You make my feet itch. You keep me from my work. Years from now, while I'm eating beans out of a can in my Chinook ... I'll thank you. This is a memory review. I will refresh said memory before the year is out and therefore I feel comfortable giving you this here now. A few years back a friend moved to Missoula. She left her belongings in storage and I, being a swell friend, promised to drive them up once she settled. And she did, so I did. I had never driven to Missoula before. It was unmapped territory. My kind of candy store. The dualies of the U-Haul left the superslab before Redding and touched them not again until just outside Montana. The initial high point was the look on the ranger's face in the Hart Mountain Antelope Reserve on the way to Steen's Mountain. The look, then the question as to whether I was lost (I wasn't), then the observation that they didn't get too many U-Haul's up that way. I was looking for hot springs. His expression softened to one of understanding. Steen's followed (Bradley I trust you know of the sublime beauty that is Steen's Mountain), then a valley along the faultline at the mountain's base, filled with memories of buffalo and the sweetest, hottest springs a body could ever desire. But dig this - it gets better. I overnighted in Jordan Valley and with my Basque supper (sheepherder bread and beans) I perused tomorrow's map and spied what appeared to be a ghost town just over the border in Idaho. 50 miles of graded road. On top of a mountain. Scooby sound. I lit out at first light. Graded skinny steep ass road it turned out to be. I contemplated turning back when the side mirror showed my right rear tire hanging over the abyss, but by then, clearly, it was too late. Long story short - the ranger's face in the reserve was nothing near the faces on the folks in Silver City. Just blank uncomprehension as I pulled over the 15% rise, Polly's belongings now covered in a layer of dust in the back. I share this secret only because I know most of you won't go. This is pretty much the sweetest ghost town I've ever seen. That you have to fight to get there is special; that folks are working to restore it, have turned it into a friendly somewhat spooky but not really, throwback to a century ago, is hella cool. That the Bruneau Dune, the highest/second highest (depends on how the wind blows) in the country is over the hill to the east, forgetaboutit. Ten zillion stars. Which, coincidentally, is but a fraction of what you see out these parts at night. Load the Conestoga loveys, drop me a PM. I'll hook you up with one of the best backcountry adventures you've ever been on. Ever.

Very pleased with this Hampton Inn. Check in process was very easy and the room was very clean and…read morewell maintained. Highly recommend.

Hotel front desk staff was rude! I have stayed at hundreds of Hilton properties and never had to…read moredeal with this before. I was told I needed a larger room than the suite I had booked because I had two children with me because it's their properties policy. Of course the room they wanted me to use was more expensive by about $80. I had booked a room with a single king and a pullout couch and was informed that was too small for two adult adults and two small children. This is nothing more than a blatant attempt to rip off travelers. Do yourself a favor and stay away!

After a failed attempt at camping in the Alvord desert, we were in desperate need of a motel to…read morecrash at for the night. The Basque Station motel was the only motel still open in the Jordan Valley at 2am in the morning. The motel is next to the Sinclair gas station (open 24/7), and you check-in there. The room was fairly large, clean, quiet, and the bed was comfortable. The room was reasonably priced around $60. It's by no means fancy, but did the job for the night. We were grateful for this motel. Otherwise we would've had to sleep in the car!

This place would get a 4 if we didn't have to sleep on the worst mattress I've ever experienced. So…read moresoft, broken in the middle, it was like a terrible nightmare/joke. The hotel itself is dated and funky, but clean and freshly painted inside. We had no other problems, but that mattress was outrageously bad. If you're gonna try your luck anyway (because there are no other options for over 60 miles), don't let them put you in room 216!

Nice hotel In Mountain Home Id. Young lady at the desk (Chloe I think) was very nice and helpful…read more Room is very nice considering the low cost!

This appears to be a fairly new building. The facility is clean. We arrived 15 minutes before check…read morein and our room wasn't ready but the gal at the front desk moved things around and got us a room. So that's a plus. However, I was very surprised when we started unpacking and found there were very few outlets in the room; FOUR to be precise and two of those were at the desk area, one of which was occupied by the clock radio. One side of the bed had NO outlets. Period. In this day and age with cell phones, tablets, iWatches, CPAP machines it is IMPERATIVE that there be an abundance of outlets. We both wear CPAP at night and that isn't an option. So I headed out to the desk to see if they could supply me with an extension cord. Fortunately they had ONE. That was it. Otherwise I was told "there's a Super Walmart down the road". Anyway, we're all set up for the night. And the room IS clean. There isn't a lot here in Mountain Home as far as hotels and they are all on the spendy side seeing as this isn't a resort. $150 a night is the most we've spent on our return trip and this is nearly 2x what I paid for a room last night and it HAD outlets at the bedside. Did I mention it was clean? At least it had that going for it. And it's right next door to The Wingery, a great restaurant!

Thankfully we only had to use this place for a quick overnight stay. Booked it as a place to…read moreshower and rest our head during our long road trip. This place is super outdated and dirty. The only plus, It is very spacious and easy is dog friendly. The base itself is depressing. The commissary closes at 7pm and BX closed at 6pm. We couldn't grab anything to eat because we got in a little after 7pm.

Highly Recommend The Sagebrush Hotel !…read more First of all, the rooms are meticulously maintained to beyond white glove expectations! Very comfortable and very clean. You can tell management stays on top of things. ( A hotel this large is no easy task.) The congenial staff members are kind and helpful ensuring that you'll enjoy your stay. There's plenty of parking and you can feel secure that your property is safe if left inside. No complaints for the Sagebrush Hotel! These guys run a tight show. I'm sure you'll enjoy your stay as well.

I've traveled throughout the United States and stayed in some amazing places, but none have been as…read morerelaxing, memorable, and worthwile as this place! Fresh scones await me as I wake in the morning. When I go downstairs there are hot, gourmet homecooked meals to enjoy and friendly worldclass service! From breathtaking views of the snake river just 20 feet away, refreshing scenery, and peaceful, relaxing atmospheres to incredible decor, impressive, luxurious suites, jacuzzi, and walking paths, this is the place that I can't wait to come back to every time! I feel like I get the luxury of Las Vegas without the busy pace and crowds of people! This place is perfect for families, or for individual solitude. As a creative artist, I feel like I have a place to retreat to for creative inspiration, writing, musical ideas, and more! I recommend this place without hesitation! Fantastic!

This paradise is a hidden gem. With poolside attraction of significance and amazing sirvers. Rio…read moreand Cody. Many thanks for tending to our needs effectively in an efficient manner. And Highlighting the housekeeping and landskeepers as well as the maintenance upkeep. All goes noticed with a standing ovation. Stop in. Support local. Tipgenerously with an attitude of gratitude. Live a life worth discussion

Stayed overnight after the Gunfighter Skies Airshow. The room was beyond clean and I've stayed in…read moreplenty of hotels. The you g lady at the front desk was just amazing and so sweet. You can tell when someone is genuine or just faking it. I would recommend to anyone! Oh, and it was half the cost of the Hamton and also had a microwave and fridge. Bed was just perfect.

Chose this hotel for the rooms. The Rustic look makes you feel like your in the country side over…read morein the UK. Lots of amenities down to a water station in the hall that has flat, sparkling, and hot water options. Three places to eat without leaving the hotel (or your room if you wish). Valet was fast and easily charged to room vs having to carry cash. I will come back yearly for our staycation. This hotel beats out others by far. ​

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!