Boulder University Inn: from $119 for Nov 20–21, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $119 total for Nov 20–21, 2026, 2 adults at Boulder University Inn on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 6, 2026.

Boulder University Inn is a no-frills downtown motel near CU Boulder in Boulder, United States.

Address: 1632 Broadway, Boulder. Property ID: 3987018. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/boulder/boulder-university-inn-3987018

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/boulder/boulder-university-inn-3987018/2026-11-20/2-adults

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1 night

Total price: $119 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-21 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $238 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-22 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $338 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-23 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $436 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-24 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $536 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-25 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $636 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-26 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $736 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-27 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $875 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-28 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $1,019 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-29 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $1,127 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-11-30 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $1,228 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-12-01 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $1,322 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-12-02 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $1,418 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-12-03 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $1,513 USD

2026-11-20 to 2026-12-04 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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#3 of 3 hotels in Downtown Boulder & Boulder Creek by Axel's take. Downtown Boulder & Boulder Creek is #1 of 5 places to stay in Boulder. The best hotels in Downtown Boulder & Boulder Creek, ranked · Where to stay in Boulder

Axel's take: 8.3/10

A strong downtown base if you want clean basics rather than hotel extras. a no-frills downtown motel near CU Boulder, scored for what it is.

Boulder University Inn is a no-frills motel whose main selling point is being able to leave the car and explore. It’s a strong pick for campus visits and downtown weekends: Pearl Street, Boulder Creek and restaurants are walkable, and parking is free, subject to availability. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff. For a simple Boulder stay, it delivers good value.

The trade-off is an older roadside property, not a full-service hotel. Some guests report traffic noise or temperamental heating, although others find their rooms quiet. There’s no elevator, so request ground-floor accommodation if stairs are a problem. The outdoor pool operates from Memorial Day through September, weather permitting, and is out of season now. We’d skip it if you want reliably hushed surroundings or extensive facilities.

• Best for: CU Boulder visitors; budget-minded downtown weekends; travelers who want to park and walk

• Watch out for: Traffic noise in some rooms; No elevator; Outdoor pool is seasonal

• Location: Walkable to Pearl Street, Boulder Creek and campus; Broadway brings traffic.

• Rooms: Simple motel rooms with comfortable beds; some guests report heating or noise issues.

• Cleanliness: A consistent strength across recent Expedia and Tripadvisor reviews.

• Service: Friendly, helpful front-desk staff earn repeated praise across sites.

• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a seasonal outdoor pool; no elevator.

• Fees and surprises: Free parking is subject to availability; pet stays carry an additional fee and refundable deposit.

Axel's opinion of Boulder University Inn, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 24, 2026.

About Boulder University Inn

• Property type: Mini-hotel
• 2-star hotel
• 1632 Broadway, Boulder
• Guest rating: 4.2/5 on Google from 316 reviews (location 4.4/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Downtown Boulder Station Gate P: 5 min walk · Denver International Airport: 51 min by taxi · Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art: 4 min walk · Boulder Farmers Market: 5 min walk · Pearl Street Mall: 7 min walk · Valmont Bike Park: 10 min by taxi
• Hotel policies: Extra bed: $25 per guest per night; Pet deposit: $50 per guest per stay; Pets: $35 per room per stay
• Amenities: Outdoor pool, Parking (free), Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Cats allowed, Self-service laundry, Accessible parking, Wi-Fi (free)
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Boulder

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Double room (full double bed)

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• Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Superior Double room (full double bed)

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Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

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Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

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