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The Richardson Hotel

3.5 star property

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A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large arched windows, and a prominent central entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating areas, including sofas and armchairs, a large round coffee table, and a patterned rug.
Room (Cozy, Full/Full)
A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, multiple chandeliers, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A hallway with a chandelier, an exit sign, and a large window at the end.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Explore the area

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444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213
  • Place, Buffalo State University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Delaware Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

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

View all photos for Room (Cozy, Queen)

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

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At The Richardson Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Buffalo State University and within 15 minutes of Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The Richardson Bar serves American cuisine. 5 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Elmwood Bidwell hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Buffalo Zoo and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Shea's Performing Arts Center.

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

  • Humboldt Hospital Station - 5 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 17 min drive
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 28 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

WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and 5 meeting rooms. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour health club, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Richardson Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Buffalo hotel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1872
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Richardson Hotel offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Buffalo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 14 to 22 for adults and USD 6 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Richardson Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1872
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 14 to 22 for adults and USD 6 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Henry Urban Buffalo
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Hotel Henry Urban Resort
The Richardson Hotel Hotel
The Richardson Hotel Buffalo
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Richardson Hotel?

The Richardson Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Richardson Hotel?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on 7 Sept 2026 start from NZ$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Richardson Hotel?

Yep, The Richardson Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Richardson Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Richardson Hotel?

No, The Richardson Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Richardson Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Richardson Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Richardson Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Richardson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 700 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend to stay,, nice and perfect area with interesting decorations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and quiet rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting history st this hotel, bed was comfortable and staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a terrific stay — amazing property, easy parking, unbeatable location, great bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, restaurant and bar were great, lots of history. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the history was great the way it was modernize and built into rooms was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved The Richardson hotel! Amazing! Going back next week!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool place to stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful restoration of a historic property, we were tremendously impressed by everything at the Richardson. We will make it a point of staying again whenever we are in the region.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful place and the rooms a modern, professional and large - lots of space.
Modern entrance - very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it old architecture
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will be staying here when I travel to Buffalo for work from now on! Love it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, excellent breakfast service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A former psychiatric hospital turned into an amazing hotel right on the campus of Buffalo State College. A surprising hidden gem. The hallways are tall and wide, and the rooms have high ceilings and are updated and comfortable. A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very clean and unique. Staff was pleasant and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architecture was awing-the museum re the history of the hotel was inspired- bar was great as was the music and the bartender. Food was delicious. Parking on site no fee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi Nga Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nicely decorated. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was extremely courteous, and room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bar man was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026