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The Richardson Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Buffalo State University

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When you stay at The Richardson Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Buffalo State University and Buffalo AKG Art Museum. You can visit the 24-hour health club for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Buffalo Niagara Convention Center and Canalside are within a short drive. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travellers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour health club
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture, and a decorative column.

Room (Cozy, King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture, and a decorative column.

Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted painting.

Room (Cozy, Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a large mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Room (Cozy, Full/Full)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a large mirror, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Classic Room (Full/Full)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Richardson Olmsted Complex - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Delaware Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Buffalo AKG Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buffalo History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 28 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.) - 31 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 17 min drive
  • Buffalo-Depew Station - 23 min drive
  • Niagara Falls Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Market Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Gypsy Parlor - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

  • When you stay at The Richardson Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Buffalo State University and Buffalo AKG Art Museum. You can visit the 24-hour health club for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Buffalo Niagara Convention Center and Canalside are within a short drive. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 88 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1872
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 24-hour health club
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Richardson Bar – This bar specialises in American cuisine. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 to 22 for adults and USD 6 to 15 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Hotel Henry Urban Resort Buffalo
Henry Urban Buffalo
Henry Urban
Hotel Henry Urban Resort
The Richardson Hotel Hotel
The Richardson Hotel Buffalo
The Richardson Hotel Hotel Buffalo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Richardson Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Richardson Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Richardson Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Richardson Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Richardson Hotel?

You can check in starting at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at The Richardson Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Richardson Hotel and nearby?

The Richardson Hotel has a 24-hour health club and a garden.

What's the area around The Richardson Hotel like?

The Richardson Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Buffalo State University and 11 minutes' walk from Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

The Richardson Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant offered good food, a lovely atmosphere, and friendly service, with some guests praising the no extra charge policy. (43 reviews)
  • Free parking was a huge bonus and easily accessible for guests. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel has so much character and the staff are so accommodating. Highly recommend!
Mary D, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean rooms and beautiful property.
Allison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the history of this building. The hotel is comfortable and beautiful. I enjoy the restaurant. I love the displays and history of the building and the historic redevelopment.
Carole, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I only give The Richardson a 4 star review because the room didn't have a mini fridge. The staff were fantastic, the common areas and rooms were very clean and it's located in a quiet area.
Patty, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very unique building, cool architecture, good location, room was very spacious and clean. Would absolutely stay there again.
Antonio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic hotel in a great location.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a terrific stay — amazing property, easy parking, unbeatable location, great bar.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing, restaurant and bar were great, lots of history. Can’t wait to go back!
JENNIFER CHRISTINE, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a beautiful place and the rooms a modern, professional and large - lots of space.
Modern entrance - very welcoming
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place, excellent breakfast service
Sean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was very clean and unique. Staff was pleasant and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Christal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and nicely decorated. Very comfortable bed.
Yi Nga Melody, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely courteous, and room was spotless.
Will, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An unexpected surprise on our recent visit to Buffalo. What started as a hotel choice close to Buffalo State University for a campus tour, turned into one of the highlights of our time in the area. Highly recommend to short or long stay visits.
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great staff - Jessica was very helpful
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is a wonderful historic place to stay. The room was clean and well appointed. It pays to learn the history of this restored building. My only complaint was with the slow table service and poor breakfast quality. The food and coffee were slow coming. The simple egg, sausage, potatoes and toast meal was over done and the toast was both unbuttered and cold. I’d give it a second chance because they were very short staffed and I want the hotel to succeed. It’s worth a stay.
Frank, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The place is super clean, well equipped and there are a lot of great spots to explore within the property. Totally worth the visit and especially if you need a Hogwarts school kind of experience , then you would love it. Would recommend it to everyone.
Rachana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel! Spotless throughout.
Lauren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay at the Richardson Hotel in Buffalo. So much character, a reflection of the history, art and architectural art heritage of the city. The hotel isn't "downtown", but it's central, around the corner from the AKG Art Museum and adjacent Elmwood Ave nightlife and restaurants. Really attractive, comfortable rooms (20-ft ceilings and windows!). Surrounded by trees and green, perfect for running or walking. Supre-friendly, knowledgeable and engaging staff. Restaurant had really good menu and food and the bar had novel themed cocktails. Now that I know what this hotel is like I wouldn't stay anywhere when visiting Buffalo.
Louis P, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful building and rooms!
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

beautiful hotel, clean and comfortable room, friendly staff, great location.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Found this hotel on Expedia and I have to say, it was fabulous. The architecture is beautiful and the room I booked which was a king, was perfect. Comfortable, clean and quiet and a lovely bar downstairs. Will definitely stay here again. Great value as well.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such an amazing building. All the staff was very friendly. The bed was really comfortable.
Mel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This space was so unique, lots of history, fantastic restoration! The room was lovely, amazing tall ceilings, clean, spacious, beautiful window details and so very quiet.
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with a fascinating history.
James, 1-night trip