The Richardson Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1125 reviews)
444 Forest Avenue , Buffalo , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful historical building
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Uncleanliness reported
Limited food options
Technical issues with amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Some guests reported the room as dirty.
Service
9.35
Staff were described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.89
The hotel is in a lovely area with historical charm.
Room Quality
9.34
Guests enjoyed beautiful and spacious rooms.
Amenities
8.37
No bar or restaurant; some issues with outlets.
Value for Money
8.83
Fair value due to overall quality despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
7.38
Breakfast was reported as very poor.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall a pleasant stay with significant positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 14:07

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a lavish stay at The Richardson Hotel in Buffalo, just steps away from Buffalo State College. Indulge in our 4-star accommodation offering a fitness centre, private parking, and a serene garden. Relax in our shared lounge or utilize the business centre during your stay.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and allergy-free rooms at our hotel. Explore the city with ease as we are located near popular attractions like Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex. Take advantage of bike hire for a cycling adventure around the area.

Nearby Attractions
Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting Buffalo Zoo and Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site, just a short distance from the hotel. With Buffalo Niagara International Airport nearby, your journey to comfort begins at The Richardson Hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1125 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.35
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.83
Food and Beverage: 7.38
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Michelle • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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grace • couple • us
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Mountain • solo_traveller • us
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful and the beds were comfy.

Cons:

I wouldn't say I didn't like anything. I was nervous about sleeping in an old mental hospital. I slept great and would stay again.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
10
Very interesting hotel to stay at!!
Pros:

It was incredible! The history is amazing!Rooms were beautiful!

Cons:

We loved everything!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Markowitz • solo_traveller • us
3
Location and architecture.
Pros:

Iconic architecture. Rooms small but adequate

Cons:

Fitness center a joke. Broken machines. COMPLETELY INADEQUATE. service AWFUL. Front desk clerks were rude and combative

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Miloš Kofroň • solo_traveller • cz
8
Pros:

Velmi čistý a vkusně zrekonstruovaný hotel z psychiatrické léčebny vše bylo v pořádku

Cons:

Velmi špatný vzduch dobře seřídit klimatizace Pokud vůbec fungovalo

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jean Marc • couple • ca
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Gwyn • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great value in an unconventional location
Pros:

Great value for money in a quiet location. The building has plenty of character with high ceilings and wide corridors. Rooms are well presented.

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit disappointing.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Markowitz • extended_group • us
3
Architectural landmark sans service
Pros:

Iconic architecture in a great location

Cons:

Worst service. Fitness center pathetic. Most machines non-functional. No one seemed to care.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
4
Ants in my room and kinda lacking customer service. Breakfast took 10 min before anyone came out to give me a menu. And
Pros:

Cool hotel, love the actual hotel

Cons:

Its proximity to the psych ward

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Dorothy • couple • us
9
Checking out Buffalo NY!
Pros:

The hotel was so amazing. The architecture and renovation are spectacular. Very convenient location to the highway, and north and south Buffalo.

Cons:

It’s seemed like the bar and restaurant were understaffed. Took a really long time at breakfast to get our food and it was wrong. The bartender was in the weeds when we went in for a late night drink.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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MICHAEL • couple • us
10
Will be back
Pros:

An interesting stay in a very historic building

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • us
8
If the bathrooms in the rooms were cleaner and they had refrigerators, we would never stay anywhere
Pros:

The bartender is always so friendly and accommodating! We love him! We go to the hotel bar just to hang out with him. And he's always got our beer.

Cons:

The bathrooms in the rooms are not the cleanest. The rooms need refrigerators. None of the rooms have them, no matter how expensive the room is. We stay at other hotels just because the other ones have refrigerators and The Richardson does not!

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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mary • couple • us
7
I stayed here to go to an exhibit at the AKG museum which we could walk to which was great. I wouldn’t stay here again t
Pros:

It was clean & close to the AKG museum. Close to a bus stop to take you to City hall. Walkable to restaurants & coffee shops. Park designed by Olmsted out in front which you could walk around.

Cons:

Not very safe at night to walk around the neighborhood.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Jussi • solo_traveller • fi
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • extended_group • rs
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • us
10
Unique, Atmospheric, Wonderful.
Pros:

The atmosphere was incredible. To stay in a building such as this was truly unique. Definitely recommend. the hotel is wonderfully updated and renovated keeping the original charm of the building. location was on point and the grounds were lovely to walk around. Plenty of parking.

Cons:

No hand soap in bathroom asked a maid and was told they were all out. Never got any, not a huge downers as there was shower gel and we bought a small one at cvs the next day but was a bit funny.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Jaquawn • family_with_children • us
1
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Edward • family_with_children • sg
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • family_with_children • cz
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee