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The Richardson Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Buffalo State College
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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February 2025

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Hallway
Exterior detail
Exterior
Bicycling
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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Map
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213
  • Buffalo State College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Canisius College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, Corner

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, Corner

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Buffalo

At The Richardson Hotel you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Buffalo State College and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Buffalo Zoo. 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. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Elmwood Bidwell hotel include Shea's Performing Arts Center and Buffalo Niagara Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State College - 1 min walk
  • Buffalo Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Shea's Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - 7 min drive
  • KeyBank Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Allen-Medical Campus Station - 6 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 9 min drive
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Food Markets - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mister Goodbar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Buffalo State College
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
  • 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 along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 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

  • Free 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

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
  • 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

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.

  • 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
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.

We should mention

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

Property is 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

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 23 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on 26 Jan 2025 start from AU$378.96, 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.

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. 690 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fab

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Gorgeous property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic stay
The hotel is in a beautiful, renovated historic building. The rooms are unique with very high ceilings and very tall windows. There are several public sitting areas. We had a short overnight stay but would definitely stay here if we return to Buffalo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the history and the architecture. I would have liked a full service restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosanna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room and place was disgusting there was a mental health facility right next door for psychiatric patients the roof leaked into the unit are unit got flooded we had to move three times
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool historic hotel. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great architecture and historical feel. Would highly recommend for a step back in time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a new Uber driver to the area, and he had difficulty finding the hotel. It was no very well marked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Limited room amenities compared to other hotels. The room they put us in was rather small for two people also. Nice hotel for a renovated asylum but, could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

ELISABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great . Only problem was I was charged twice for “incidentals “ when I checked in .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamil mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff were welcoming and helpful. Room was comfortable. Beautiful location with interesting architecture and history.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful rooms. The hotel is very unique.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morris

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

tracey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024