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CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University

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A row of white buildings with a central entrance, American flags, and a covered walkway. - CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University (Tonawanda)
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CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University provides a snack bar/deli and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Tonawanda, CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University is in the suburbs. Clifton Hill and Walden Galleria Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Erie and Niagara Falls State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at KeyBank Center or Niagara Falls Convention Centre. Visit our Tonawanda travel guide
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225 Crestmount Avenue, Tonawanda, NY, 14150

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a frozen lake with city skyline silhouettes in the background.
    University At Buffalo - North Campus
    9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • A large waterfall cascading into a river surrounded by lush greenery and cliffs.
    Niagara Falls State Park
    23 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, highways, and a stadium.
    KeyBank Center
    24 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Town of Tonawanda Veterans Memorial
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Tonawanda Bowling Center
    4 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • University Station
    11 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station
    17 min drive
  • Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Texas Roadhouse
    15 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    4 min drive
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • T.C. Wheelers Bar & Pizzeria
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Raised toilet seat (18 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

What time is check-out at CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center, Niawanda Park, and Niagara River. Boulevard Place is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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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Reviews

CenterWay Hotel Buffalo North Near University Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

5.6

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1025 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 157 out of 1025 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was professional and accommodating, particularly Kanadiya King, Assistant General Manager, who was very helpful. However, the property would benefit from some maintenance and updates. There was a persistent marijuana odor, inconsistent air conditioning that affected sleep, and visible rust in the bathroom. Overall, the staff provided good service, but the condition of the facility could be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just as good this time as the last. Hotel is quiet. The bathroom is clean and bright.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The room was decent. They did not offer continental breakfast like Expedia advertised but the hotel emailed me about that. They need more lighting in the parking lot for safety purposes. Staff was nice. Parking lot could be cleaner but we understand they seemed short staffed. The room was decent for the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. I love that has a mirror and A/C was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only there for one night. Room was pretty clean and the shower had good water pressure and was very hot. About a 30 minute drive from Niagara Falls. A good cheaper option close to the falls.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean. Ample parking area and safe. Room equipment is very simple
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean environment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Properly had a great location, but it was very dirty. On the website it had continental breakfast. There was no breakfast just coffee and some fruit. Their coffee machine and area where you get. The coffee was absolutely disgusting, it does not seem like they clean or wipe down anything but carpets are also disgusting. I have to say that the staff was very good.. The rooms were clean, but the hallway carpets need a new makeover and so do the walls.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am surprised that the health department keeps this place open. The corridors are extremely dirty with large visible stains. There was then visible dog poop in one of them. The smell is horrible. The only reason I stayed there was because it was non-refundable and the state of the room was fairly clean. Forget about the advertised breakfast. It is nothing to write home about.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property was sus. Broken window on first floor, abandoned car in lot with a broken window, and low key, just flat out sus. No continental breakfast, “just grab and go”, just a couple granola bars, mixed fruit cups, some questionable apples and oranges. Staff was straight forward, though was on a cell phone call with someone while checking us in. Property on the inside felt unclean and not well kept. Room felt nostalgic of the 90s, reasonably clean. Bed was great. AC was fantastic. Overall, cheap, good sleep, little sus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

It was a one night stay. I’ve stayed in many rooms and traveled a lot. This room was modern, very clean, organized, heating was perfect and controllable, bed comfortable. I enjoyed staying there and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was relatively clean. The hotel was not. Maintenance is badno shampoo. A box of empty tissues. Blankets were laying around near the ice machine, in order to sponge the water dripping from it. The corridor smelled like quite a lot of smoking had been taking place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price. Somewhat of an out of the way location in a residential area but only a highway exit or two away from shopping and restaurants. No breakfast. Morning staff was excellent. Afternoon/evening clerk seemed fairly disinterested. Good value for a one night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Booked non-smoking room, but they smelled like smoke anyways. Booked three rooms and only one of them had a fridge. Had to ask the front desk for hand soap but they were helpful. Everything else was good. Plenty of parking. Get what you pay for.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very affordable for the holiday’s. Staff was excellent and provided assistance whenever needed. Excellent service and very tidy room. Look forward to returning for another wonderful stay. Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a nonfunctioning A/C and one of the curtains was off its hooks…. called front desk and was given another…. not a good first impression, plus lingering smell of marijuana near the outside doors which btw, required being pulled closed behind you…. bed and shower were decent/ very good… the place seems to be needing a well needed remodeling…. front desk people very helpful and friendly…. expected a bit better for the cost of the stay...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. We changed our room to the room with two beds, but the heating/cooling system was not working, which we were asked first if it was okay since they only have two rooms with the two twin beds. We were fine with it. He would have adjusted the price for inconvience, but since we booked through a third party he could not do that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and heat and air worked. Staff is pleasant. TV didnt work on all channels but it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed two nights here and while it looked decent online, I was disappointed with it overall. The lobby and hallways reeked of weed smell, the air conditioner was either freezing us out or had to be turned off (no medium setting which was challenging overnight), only one set of outlets actually held a plug in for use, the light over the bed didn't work, and the reflective wall behind the bed was just weird. The bed itself was good and the bathroom was clean, but people left bags of garbage in hall and were loud/ arguing in the halls overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You get what you paid for. Decent room for someone traveling alone or with someone that doesn't need a lot of space. Can see a lot of a potential with some more modern updates.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean, they were supposed to have continental breakfast, they did NOT. Also NO vendor machines. For one night you'll be okay but beyond that stay somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
When we got there our reservation had been canceled but eventually we made another online through hotels.com. There was no refrigerator but staff brought one to our room the next day. The room is old but it was clean. Housekeeping was available everyday. Parking is easy but it’s a little hard to find the first time in the dark. They have unlimited coffee which was really nice and a microwave for everyone to use. We have stayed here several times in the past few years but this time there is a new owner and front desk staff changed several during the day. It doesn’t have the same feel as before.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely nice and helpful with trying to accommodate but the hotel itself was not the best. The entire building smelled like cigarettes even though the rooms are “non smoking”. Once you walk in there were towels on the floor from what seemed like a leak. One of our rooms had no working A/C and another had an awful smell of cigarettes and an indescribable smell that we could not tolerate. The front desk helped us out by switching out that room to another which the A/C made a weird noise but it was way better than the funky room. Would not return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is a dump, I don’t know how their stars are so high. It has to be fake reviews but this place is run down. Landscape none whatsoever, front was not even lit up, carpets super dirty, rooms had leaking stains from ceiling, shower curtain rod hanging causing curtain to not even block the water and falls onto floor, I would not recommend, doesn’t feel safe. This place feels like it’s about to close down. So they do no upkeep. I didn’t really interact with the staff besides checking in but one of them I overheard giving a customer attitude as if he didn’t want to help them. One of the people we were with said one of their keycards didn’t work and went to staff to redo keycard and the front desk wouldn’t even do it and told them that they only needed one keycard. I would not recommend staying here and didn’t really feel safe. BTW some lights in the room didn’t even work. We checked out early and went to another hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026