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The Richardson Hotel

The Richardson Hotel
The Richardson Hotel – Buffalo, NY
The Richardson Hotel – Buffalo, NY
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Richardson Hotel

Located in Buffalo, a 5-minute walk from Buffalo State College, The Richardson Hotel has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. At The Richardson Hotel you'll find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at the accommodation. Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex is 2.2 miles from The Richardson Hotel, while Buffalo Zoo is 2.2 miles from the property. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 8.1 miles away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 1019 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The property is unique for sure and very eclectic inside. However it’s located on the mi

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    That was simply unacceptable. We were expected to spend the day without a room to shower, change clothes, rest, or secure our belongings because of the hotel's mistake. Rather than lose an entire day of our vacation waiting for a room, we checked out and moved to a Marriott property that checked us in immediately. Hotels.com eventually refunded our stay, but only after more than an hour on the phone late that night and a request to speak with a manager. While we appreciated the refund, it did not make up for the disruption and stress. The Richardson is a beautiful hotel, but this experience and the way it was handled ultimately ruined our vacation.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Take the tour when you stay (only offered on Saturdays and Sundays) so that you can hear about its rich history AND see the closed off portion of the former institution. I would go back here for another long weekend in a minute!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was very nice, the hotel smelled amazing, it was very quiet as well. and the location was very convenient!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Tha hotel was clean. The staff were nice. We didn't use the amenities. The room was clean and nice but very small.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    What a beautiful property, hard to believe it was part of an insane asylum campus. It has been turned into a to a lovely, modern hotel. The room was small but had everything you could possibly need. I will definitely stay there tge next time I am in the Buffalo area.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very beautiful , hotel. Ample parking. I Would definitely come back.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Parking is close, the hallways and halls are wide, well lit and filled with real art and paintings. There was even nooks and sittings areas in each great hallway to sit with friends or family.The room was super quiet and everything was new and comfortable. A memorable stay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Cool historic building. I really liked the architecture and exploring the property

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was such a cool place to stay! We loved the history of the hotel. It was a beautiful building in and out.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Cool property, great ambiance

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The property is wonderful! It is like staying in an art gallery. The rooms are very comfortable and I recommend ordering the breakfast from the menu.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Outstanding in every way. Amazing property, spotless room, comfy beds, fun and friendly staff, and inspiring repurposing of a historic space. We have already booked our next stay!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The Place is spectacular with heritage mixing modern living. Very spacious and delightfully decorated. I worked in many hotels and I would still want to stay in this hotel next time. Richardson is classy, special, and carries well trained staff. My kids also thinks it looks like the Harry Potter castle. Only Richardson is more modern and not as big as it seems. Would be even more perfect if the other construction and buildings nearby are functional giving a more fuller community. Now the hotel is quiet at night. There aren't much amenities to be honest but it is perfect for a quiet getaway or buddies gathering for night-long catch up as there are many common areas that are like a high end restaurant.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful place. I had no idea how beautiful it was when I booked the hotel.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything was real nice.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The history Staff needs to inform about tours of the favility as soon as guests arrive so they do not miss on the only tour at 10am.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The gym was not that great too… However, the property was amazing and I would definitely stay again and recommended to all.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great ambience. Clean rooms … helpful staff. Beautiful room windows and rec areas including outdoor spaces. Will def stay again. The history is rich and plentiful too with a great spot just a block away for grabbing a bite to eat and / or a drink too!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very cool history and old architecture! Food was average. Chicken seemed it was frozen food, not fresh. The bar didn't have beer selection and why don't you have local brewery beers?⁸

Frequently asked questions about The Richardson Hotel

Does The Richardson Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Richardson Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Richardson Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Richardson Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Richardson Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Richardson Hotel offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Richardson Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Richardson Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is The Richardson Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Richardson Hotel is located at 444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14213. With a Walk Score of 51, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Richardson Hotel
  • Buffalo AKG Art Museum 0.4 mi
  • assassination of William McKinley 0.8 mi
  • Pan-American Exposition 0.9 mi
  • Peace Bridge 1.9 mi
  • 2022 Buffalo shooting 2.0 mi
  • Buffalo Convention Center 2.9 mi
  • Niagara River 3.5 mi

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