Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Shea's Performing Arts Center

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2 bars/lounges
Exterior
In-room safe, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
4 restaurants; lunch and dinner served
4 restaurants; lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
  • Place, Shea's Performing Arts Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Roswell Park Cancer Institute
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 347 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 782 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 611 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 612 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Buffalo

Downtown Buffalo stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Buffalo hotel, you'll find Shea's Performing Arts Center and Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Also, Buffalo City Hall is within half a mile (1 km) and Canalside is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Shea's Performing Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chippewa District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Roswell Park Cancer Institute - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Niagara Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Fountain Plaza Station - 7 min walk
  • Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tap House Pub & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bada Bing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Patina 250 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bottoms Up - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Guacado - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown

3-star hotel near Shea's Performing Arts Center
Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1607 square feet (149 square meters) and includes conference space. Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown also features coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Buffalo hotel is smoke free.

  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 1607 sq ft of conference space
  • 149 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Buffalo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Bowling alley
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 17 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 13.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6.00 to 13.50 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 17.00 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Buffalo Downtown Hotel
Aloft Buffalo Downtown Hotel
Aloft Buffalo Downtown Buffalo
Aloft Buffalo Downtown Hotel Buffalo
Aloft Buffalo Downtown a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown to the airport?

Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown is 10.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown on Jun 21, 2026 start from $209, including 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.

Does Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown.

How close is Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown to the beach?

This hotel is 14.9 mi (27-min drive) from Beaver Island Beach.

Does Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6.00 and 13.50 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino (4-min drive) and Hamburg Gaming at the Fairgrounds (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 17.00 per night.

Does Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown have a pool?

Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown features an indoor pool.

Does Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown to downtown Buffalo?

Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown is 0.5 mi away from Buffalo.

Aloft by Marriott Buffalo Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 352 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ines M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the stay and the view is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Easy access to parking garage.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, but there is a club on top of the hotel. Hotel does give you ear plugs. Great scenery as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room!! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central spot for a city break.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shavara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aloft downtown was so amazing. Kids had fun in pool and the staff is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Hotel room and dining was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in the heart of downtown Buffalo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area of Buffalo
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

carmille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is surrounded by good places to grab dinner or lunch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

fadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. I enjoyed my time there. Clean rooms and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property and bad a beautiful view, very pleasant staff. Nice and clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is big and the view is great. Great location with lots to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the fresh and modern decor. Great view of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Benjamin

Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience to area venues
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent proximity to Town Ballroom where we were going to see a show. Rooms were bright, clean and large!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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4/10 Poor

Zakiyyah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rude security staff. Heat system cracked and banged all night. Toilet wouldnt flush
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very modern. The stay was very quiet. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel was amazingly chic You get 3 restaurants, 2 bars, a bowling alley and about 30 other restaurants within walking distance
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great view of the lake - would definitely stay there again. The room was clean and everything was quiet. There was a place nearby to have breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Christine

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

Aloft fall stay

Had a great stay. Staff was friendly. Clean rooms and gym.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023