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The Richardson Hotel

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

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
When you stay at The Richardson Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Buffalo State College 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 Zoo and Buffalo Niagara Convention Center are within a short drive. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.
$159 nightly
The total price is $185
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, Full/Full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room (Full/Full)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State College - 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 Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 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

  • ‪The Gypsy Parlor - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Beer Keep - ‬11 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 College 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 Zoo and Buffalo Niagara Convention Center are within a short drive. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

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
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Free onsite 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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

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

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • 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 drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (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 specializes in American cuisine.

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 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 to 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 onsite 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 College and 11 minutes' walk from Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Travelers say 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

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy, secure, and convenient with in and out privileges. (9 reviews)
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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

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

Always a terrific stay — amazing property, easy parking, unbeatable location, great bar.
William, 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

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

Nice place, excellent breakfast service
Sean, 2-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

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

Beautiful hotel! Spotless throughout.
Lauren, 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

Beautiful building and rooms!
Kevin, 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

Stunning, huge, historic, building. Looks like something out of harry potter when you pull up. Beautifully maintained, lots of interesting rooms / galleries / exhibits which explain the history. Clean rooms, spacious, high ceilings, lots of windows. Would pick this over your average hotel chain any day
AREZO, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The Richardson Hotel is an impressive and memorable place to stay. The rooms and facilities are excellent, with a distinctive character that sets it apart. Be prepared for a bit of walking — the scale of the building adds to the experience, but it is expansive. One drawback was a strong “cheap soap” scent in the room, which detracted from an otherwise high-quality stay. The bar is well worth a visit - the bartender is excellent and adds to the overall experience. For a slightly offbeat and architecturally interesting stay, it is a place I would return to.
Henryk, 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

clean and cool vibe
Richard, 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

Very accommodating and understanding staff.
Joshua Rhaeowyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with a fascinating history.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spectacular, with beautiful attention to everything to make our stay enjoyable
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was wonderful, the staff were great!
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The only real issue was you could only connect to one devise at a time for WiFi. Room was spotless, staff were very nice
Tom, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is very inviting. The room was cozy and very quiet. The grounds are beautiful especially during a snowy evening.
Denise, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Yes, rooms were clean and staff most friendly and accommodating. Restaurant could have more to offer on the menu and earlier and later hours to accommodate customers arriving earlier as well as later in the evening possibly till 12:30 - 1:00 am.
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tucked away but well worth the hunt! A wonderful redevelopment of an amazing property. Very quiet, with amazing high-ceiling rooms. A must for architecture buffs.
David, 1-night trip