The Richardson Hotel

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

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Hallway
Lounge
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Located close to Buffalo State College and Buffalo Zoo, The Richardson Hotel provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour health club and a business centre.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is 3.899.472 ₫
4.552.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Room (Cozy, King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Cozy, King, ADA)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Cozy, Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Cozy, Full/Full)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room (Full/Full)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14213

What's nearby

  • Buffalo State College - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Buffalo Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Shea's Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • KeyBank Center - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Humboldt Hospital Station - 6 min drive
  • Buffalo-Exchange Street Station - 9 min drive
  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans Market Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Goodbar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mister Pizza Elmwood - ‬13 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 centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, wedding services and luggage storage
  • A ballroom, a banquet hall and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 88 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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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 transport

  • 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 centre

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1872
  • Smoke-free property

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.

Payment types at the property

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 does it cost to stay at The Richardson Hotel?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richardson Hotel on 23 Nov 2025 start from 3.899.472 ₫, 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.

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?

Checkout 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. 680 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A stunning architectural piece.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable and was able to sleep good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very unique property with a lot of history.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived to check in at the hotel and they overbooked and no longer had the suite we reserved through Expedia. It would have been nice to be notified in advance rather than being disappointed on the spot. Fortunately they had a Double Room but not ideal for a married couple celebrating a birthday.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

chanhvone anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
overall 8/10 i just wish there was a microwave on sight somewhere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Daniel

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was nice on current renovation. However, the phone system and staff were not available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked the historic feel of the building; it has an old-world charm, if slightly rundown. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the rooms were spacious. I splurged on a suite, and due to travel slowdowns, checked in at 11 p.m. The bar was already closed, and the offerings from their "store" were extremely limited, and there were no close convenience stores or restaurants near the location. In the morning, I went to use the in-room coffee machine pod set up that was on a bar in the living room, but not only was it not plugged in, it was far away from any usable outlet. Also, when I went to use the iron and ironing board, the board was out of sorts and needed to be repaired. I hope they can make some thoughtful adjustments to ensure their rooms are fully ready in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel and beautiful grounds. Breakfast was great. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel is quite interesting! Room wasn’t the cleanest but staff for breakfast/restaurant were incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were excellent the breakfast was meager with communal dining tables
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning architecture, comfortable rooms and helpful staff! We’ll return!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place with tons of history. Architectural exhibit on Buffalo worth the price of the stay. Such a hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latricia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The suite was roomy, very simplistically decorated. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful rooms. The hotel is very unique.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and hallways are incredibly spacious. Quiet on the weekdays, but seemed notably busier on Saturday night into Sunday. Definitely off the beaten path relative to Downtown Buffalo but still walkable, though a bit more challenging in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Fabulous

Absolutely amazing hotel - a completely renovated architectural gem by H.H. Richardson set among 40 acres of an Olmsted-designed park. Outstanding reuse of a fabulous building and gorgeous hotel with excellent service. Loved, loved, loved.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 107 was beautiful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the front desk (Benny) or the bartender (David ) they made us feel good about staying at the Richardson.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous Staff! Great comfortable rooms with very High ceilings! Great value for the money. Nice bar and delicious restaurant. Beautifully restored Hotel with great history.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

janet

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

Historic stay

The hotel is in a beautiful, renovated historic building. The rooms are unique with very high ceilings and very tall windows. There are several public sitting areas. We had a short overnight stay but would definitely stay here if we return to Buffalo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra A

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

Unique and exquisitely restored historic property

What a gorgeously restored historic building. We loved the Centre for Architecture onsite. The building has a fascinating history! Everything was exquisite. We will definitely stay there whenever we are back in Buffalo to visit our son who attends UB.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024