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The Richardson Hotel

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

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Hallway
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Lounge
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, Delaware Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room (Cozy, King)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room (Cozy, Queen)

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

Room (Cozy, Full/Full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room (Full/Full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Buffalo

Located in Elmwood Bidwell, The Richardson Hotel is adjacent to Buffalo State College and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Buffalo AKG Art Museum. 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
  • Delaware Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Richardson Olmsted Complex - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Buffalo AKG Art Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Buffalo History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 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
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Richardson Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬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, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a garden, and a banquet hall.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

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.

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

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on Dec 24, 2025 start from $169.0, excluding 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.

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, Buffalo AKG Art Museum, and Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall. You'll also find Buffalo History Museum and Richardson Olmsted Complex less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay 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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Richardson Hotel?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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.

Reviews

The Richardson Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 678 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel, Milton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No bar or restaurant Trouble with usb outlets — none worked Great building& nice room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Evanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interesting Hotel to say the least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James, Hudson

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl, Virginia Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We love the history and also the concept of the hotel. We just wish that we would’ve known that we would not have access to any restaurants or even a bar. There was also only a community refrigerator which made it difficult for medication purposes and that was also not disclosed. The staff was beyond amazing and so accommodating it made the experience perfect from that perspective.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Rafay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awkwardly, Expedia sold us the room but this hotel is new and does not have their booking set with Expedia. So, they didn't have a reservation for us but luckily had a vacancy so could fit us in. The property and staff are great - booking through Expedia was not
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Weird but good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sufan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t feel comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

This is a beautifully restored property that was comfortable. My only issue was navigating around it since at times it was confusing going between the wings of the hotel. The continental breakfast the next morning was a little underwhelming since it was nearly empty - coffee included by 9 am. The staff was friendly and pleasant and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury feel at a modest price

Felt like a luxury hotel with ultra high ceilings and 19th century architecture. Room was somewhat small but exceptionally clean and modern. Front desk very friendly and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is one of a kind. It's beautiful and the rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice night get away in a beautiful piece of history ! Can’t wait to check it out later on to see if they get the bar and restaurant open.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Weird

Strange “vibe” with it being a defunct psych facility but, I guess it’s to be exact
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

chanhvone anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
overall 8/10 i just wish there was a microwave on sight somewhere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WOW!! I LOVED this property!! The history is so fascinating and everything inside fits with the charm of the building. I loved the high ceilings and the fact that there was a gym right in the building. We stayed there to attend a concert, which was just a walk down the street. Everything was so clean, safe, close to shopping and restaurants, and literally perfect. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tingting

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Gautier

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very unique property with a lot of history.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The bar and the restaurant were no longer in business. We weren't made aware of this until check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025