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The Richardson Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Buffalo State University and Buffalo AKG Art Museum, The Richardson Hotel provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour health club and a business center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AED 590
AED 689 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep

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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 WiFi

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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, ADA)

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Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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)

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)

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Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Elmwood Bidwell, a neighborhood in Buffalo, The Richardson Hotel is in a shopping district. Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Buffalo Museum of Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Buffalo Zoo and Shea's Performing Arts Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at KeyBank Center. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Buffalo travel guide
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444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213

What's nearby

  • The Field Penney Art Center building with a clear blue sky and a distant clock tower.
    Buffalo State University
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A large building with a green roof, a swimming pool, and a park with trees and benches.
    Delaware Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A large metallic sculpture with multiple planes in a park.
    Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A sign for The Buffalo History Museum with a staircase leading up to the entrance.
    Buffalo History Museum
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Richardson Olmsted Complex
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wegmans Market Cafe
    4 min drive
  • The Gypsy Parlor
    13 min walk
  • Mr. Goodbar
    7 min walk
  • Burger King
    18 min walk
  • Daniela
    4 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

  • Hotel near Buffalo State University
  • Located close to Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Buffalo Zoo, The Richardson Hotel provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. In addition to a 24-hour health club and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an elevator
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and wedding services
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All 88 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

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 crib
  • 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 (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 crib
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Frequently asked questions

Is The Richardson Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on 7 September 2026 start from AED 590, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Richardson Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Richardson Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Richardson Hotel located?

Located in Elmwood Bidwell, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Buffalo State University and Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Buffalo Zoo and Shea's Performing Arts Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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