BOISE, Idaho—Pennbridge Hospitality opened the AC Hotel Boise Downtown and Element by Marriott Boise Downtown, bringing two Marriott flags under one roof in downtown Boise. The 296-key property is Idaho’s first dual-branded property and the city’s largest hotel.
Element by Marriott occupies Floors 5–7 with 121 studio and one-bedroom suites, targeting extended-stay guests with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary Element “Rise” breakfast, and wellness-focused amenities. AC Hotels by Marriott occupies Floors 8–15 with 175 keys, targeting the short-stay business and design-conscious leisure traveler with a European-inspired, design-forward product.
“Boise has reached a point where demand supports a project of this scale and sophistication,” said Doug Russo, general manager, AC Hotel & Element Boise Downtown. “This hotel brings together two distinct brands in a way that reflects how people travel today—seamless, flexible, and steps from all the city has to offer.”
Meetings & Events
The property includes 12 flexible spaces totaling approximately 8,250 square feet. The 3,010-square-foot Bristol Mitchell Ballroom on the 16th floor offers panoramic views of the Boise skyline and foothills and is served by a dedicated express elevator. The Mirador Room, also on the 16th floor, offers foothill views and patio access. The Tamarack Room divides into three separate breakout spaces, and the lobby-level Yanke Boardroom provides an executive meeting option. In-house banquet and catering services are available for all spaces and events.
“Our team is already seeing strong interest from meeting planners and group organizers looking for a destination that’s both accessible and distinctive,” said Tanya Minor, director of sales. “With flexible event spaces and two complementary brands under one roof, we’re able to offer solutions that meet a wide range of group and event needs.”
Food and Beverage
The Boise Post occupies the 16th floor and is designed to function as a standalone dining destination for the local market and a hotel amenity. Seating 120 to 140 guests, the rooftop restaurant and lounge offer city and foothills views, and an Idaho-inspired menu with shared plate formats reflecting AC Hotels’ Spanish roots. Breakfast service is available to AC guests and walk-in diners.
At the lobby level, AC Café operates as the only Starbucks location in downtown Boise, serving specialty espresso, coffee, and light fare for guests and the public. Element guests receive complimentary “Rise” breakfast daily and access to the brand’s “Relax” evening reception featuring beer, wine, and appetizers.
Extended Stay and Corporate Accounts
The Element product at this property is equipped for corporate relocation accounts, project-based travel programs, and long-term contract business. In addition to standard studios and one-bedroom suites, each with full kitchen, in-room water filtration, and Heavenly Beds, the property offers two Studio Commons units: semi-private configurations with four individual guest rooms sharing a large common living space and full kitchen. One unit includes a private patio. These configurations are available for family travel, small group room blocks, or corporate team deployments requiring both shared and private space.
Location & Demand Generators
The property is located at the intersection of Boise’s primary business, convention, and entertainment corridors, providing walkable access to the Boise Centre, Idaho Central Arena, Jack’s Urban Meeting Place, Julia Davis Park, the Boise River Greenbelt, and the Basque Block. The Boise Airport (BOI) is only 10 minutes away.
Development and Ownership
The property was developed by Pennbridge Hospitality. Pennbridge is self-managing the property and maintains franchise relationships with Marriott International across its portfolio. The project—a seven-year development effort by co-founders Jared S. Smith and Thomas W. Lewis III—was delivered with Erstad Architects, SERA Architects, Okland Construction, and U.S. Bank. The site was formerly Block 19 in downtown Boise, acquired from the Yanke family in 2020.
