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The Richardson Hotel

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

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Stunning hallway with chandeliers, artwork, and patterned carpet, leading to a grand arched doorway.
Relax in this stylish room with two single beds, a comfortable armchair, and artwork adorning the walls.
Experience the charm of this historic building with its arched entrance and symmetrical facade.
Relax in the stylish lobby, featuring a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a large ottoman, and a patterned rug.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a polished reception desk, contemporary lighting, and a grand staircase.

Popular amenities

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, Corner

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213

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
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • KeyBank Center - 8 min drive - 4.7 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 Food Markets - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mister Goodbar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

Hotel near Buffalo State College
Located close to Buffalo Zoo and Shea's Performing Arts Center, 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
  • Bike rentals, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 5 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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 The Richardson Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Richardson Hotel?

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 steps from Buffalo State College and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Buffalo Zoo. Shea's Performing Arts Center and Buffalo Niagara Convention Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Richardson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old resorted building. Need to upgrade the breakfast buffet to include a hot table.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARYAM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building is really unique,you walk through the history
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aymee Carbon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel! Super creepy but in a goodway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible building and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arthur

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This former insane asylum promises to be a great, modernized hotel. All a lie. Everything is dark and dingy, with tiny rooms resembling a prison. Worse, the supposedly glamourous grounds are in disrepair and most of the adjacent buildings are genuine mental health facilities, all in the midst of a run-down neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique property and friendliest staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brittney went above and beyond getting us checked in and familiar with our stay and she was so happy to be of service if needed . This place was beautiful safe quiet and amazing ! Will be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

Historic beauty

This historical building was beautiful. The bed was so comfortable as soon as my head hit the pillow i was out! It was great for a romantic night away with my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

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

Buffalo briefly

Beautiful structure, great job renovating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are beautiful, extremely quiet and comfortable. A great night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was spectacular from check-in to check out! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect, the location is very good , close to restaurants and downtown! The hotel is very nice ,the check in was quick and easy, rooms are very large with a comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property & history.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architectural experience, history, staff and proximity to art establishments makes this a high value property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is close to art galleries and to other shopping areas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Beautiful hotel- little overpriced

Hotel is absolutely beautiful and I love the history of it. We booked a queen room and I felt it was a bit overpriced for how small it was. Staff were wonderful however
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Very cool

The hotel is very cool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Gorgeous property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Gotta Check it Out

I live the Richardson. The architecture is amazing and so is the history. They have a museum with a video that tells about how it became a hotel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

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

Our preferred hotel stay

Our stay was perfect, one of our favorite places to stay in the Buffalo area. Beautiful, comfortable, and clean rooms and spaces. We love that it so convenient to Elmwood Village and our local family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024