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The Richardson Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Buffalo State College

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Interior
Room (Cozy, Full/Full) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby lounge
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213
  • Place, Buffalo State College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Delaware Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Cozy, Full/Full)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room (Full/Full)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Buffalo

Elmwood Bidwell stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Elmwood Bidwell hotel, you'll find Buffalo State College and Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Buffalo Zoo and Shea's Performing Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State College - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Richardson Olmsted Complex - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Delaware Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Buffalo AKG Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Buffalo History Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Delavan-Canisius College Station - 4 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 17 min drive
  • Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gypsy Parlor - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Daniela - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Richardson Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Beer Keep - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Richardson Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Buffalo State College
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and 5 meeting rooms. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour health club, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Richardson Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Buffalo hotel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1872
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Richardson Hotel offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Buffalo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle rentals

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Henry Urban Buffalo
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Hotel Henry Urban Resort
The Richardson Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Richardson Hotel to the airport?

The Richardson Hotel is 9.9 mi (28-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 The Richardson Hotel?

As of Mar 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on Mar 15, 2026 start from 160.65, 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.

Does The Richardson Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Richardson Hotel.

How close is The Richardson Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 13.1 mi (34-min drive) from Beaver Island Beach.

Does The Richardson Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Richardson Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 14 and 22 for adults, USD 6 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Richardson Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Richardson Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at The Richardson Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Richardson Hotel have a pool?

The Richardson Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Richardson Hotel have a restaurant?

The Richardson Hotel is home to The Richardson Bar, which features American cuisine.

Does The Richardson Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Richardson Hotel to downtown Buffalo?

The Richardson Hotel is 3 mi away from Buffalo.

The Richardson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the historic Richardson Hotel. It is a beautiful "old" hotel with modern rooms and it's own unique charm. I enjoyed the architecture of the building and the wonderfully high ceilings throughout the building and rooms as well as the extra wide hallways that you just don't see anywhere else. I had a great night sleep which is not always common when spending a night away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with a fascinating history.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Harriet

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dontae

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful, the staff were great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hariprasad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Richardson provided a truly exceptional experience. Our room was excellent—spacious, clean, and luxurious—offering a perfect private sanctuary. The hotel premises were absolutely stunning, featuring a beautiful blend of classic and modern elegance. Crucially, the staff was consistently friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful, ensuring a seamless and memorable stay from check-in to check-out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Staff & service
The Richardson is a fabulous looking converted psychiatric hospital. Where my room was attractive and clean, I received no room service in three days. I needed to call the front desk for clean towels. The staff all very friendly. I did like my extremely quiet, very high ceiling room. The food in the bar/restaurant was mediocre. The brrakfast offerings subpar. I would stay there again for the attractive room and convenience of location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Flagstaff

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is unique and spectacular looking. It is a converted mental health facility, though it was once probably termed an asylum. The room was clean though in three days I had no visit from room service. The restaurant food was fine. The breakfast (included) lack luster. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa, Port Rowan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have fridges in room. Love the heritage still showing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacquelyn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful hotel, clean and comfortable room, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Amazing experience , less than desired breakfast (bagel , yogurt , cereal) .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Courteous staff. Interesting history.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely stunning facility!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025