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The Richardson Hotel

855-229-5934
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, US
4.0Very Good
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About this property

The Richardson Hotel is an independent 3.5-star property located in Buffalo's Elmwood-Bidwell neighborhood. The hotel sits a 3-minute walk from Buffalo State College and 11 minutes on foot from the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, making it convenient for visitors exploring the city's cultural and educational institutions. Buffalo Zoo is 2.2 miles away, and Shea's Performing Arts Center is 3.1 miles from the property.

The hotel offers 88 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with an LCD television, complimentary wireless internet, and cable programming. Private bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Rooms feature safes and desks for work or storage, and daily housekeeping is provided. Guest comfort ratings average 4.6 out of 5.

Dining options include a bar and lounge on-site, and cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for an additional fee. The hotel provides a 24-hour health club for fitness, and bicycles are available to rent for exploring the surrounding neighborhood. Other amenities include complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, concierge services, a business center, free self-parking, and meeting and event facilities including a ballroom and banquet hall for weddings and group functions. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and allows service animals.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The hotel maintains a 24-hour front desk and offers luggage storage for guest convenience. With an overall guest rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars across more than 1,000 reviews, 83.7% of guests would recommend the property.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Buffalo (Elmwood Bidwell), The Richardson Hotel is a 3-minute walk from Buffalo State College and 11 minutes by foot from Buffalo AKG Art Museum. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Buffalo Zoo and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Shea's Performing Arts Center.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Buffalo State College - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Delaware Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Buffalo AKG Art Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Buffalo History Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Canisius College - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Koessler Athletic Center - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Womens and Childrens Hospital of Buffalo - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Buffalo Zoo - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Kleinhans Music Hall - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
D'Youville College - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Cofeld Judaic Museum - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Niagara River - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Medaille College - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Sisters Hospital Foundation - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
St. Mary's School for the Deaf - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 15.9 km / 9.9 mi
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 31.5 km / 19.6 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 88 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour health club and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 5 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

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Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

Know before you go

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.