The Richardson Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Buffalo State College

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Hallway
Lobby lounge
Lounge
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213
  • Place, Buffalo State College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, KeyBank Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Corner

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Buffalo

Located in Elmwood Bidwell, The Richardson Hotel is adjacent to Buffalo State College with other popular attractions like Buffalo Zoo within a couple of miles (3 km). This 88-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Buffalo Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Shea's Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • KeyBank Center - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Humboldt Hospital Station - 6 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 9 min drive
  • Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Market Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mister Pizza Elmwood - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Buffalo State College
Guests of The Richardson Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a ballroom, and wedding services.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • 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

  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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

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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Richardson Hotel?

The Richardson Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to The Richardson Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Elmwood Bidwell within a 10-minute walk of Delaware Park and Buffalo AKG Art Museum. You'll also find Buffalo Zoo and Lake Erie within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Richardson Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Richardson Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Richardson Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Richardson Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Richardson Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and wedding services plus some guestrooms include park views.

Are there hot tubs at The Richardson Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Richardson Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Richardson Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Richardson Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Richardson Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Richardson Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Richardson Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Richardson Hotel is Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF), which is 9.6 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.), which is located 17.9 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Richardson Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Richardson Hotel.

Does The Richardson Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Richardson Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.