Buffalo, NY

Travel Guide

Buffalo which includes a city and central business district
Buffalo which includes a city and central business district
Buffalo featuring a pond
Buffalo showing a lake or waterhole as well as a couple
Buffalo showing a city

Where to stay in Buffalo

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Downtown Buffalo

4/5(1,204 area reviews)

Experience the city's rich culture with visits to the oldest urban parks system in the US, Albright–Knox Art Gallery, and Shea's Performing Arts Center. Enjoy annual festivals and explore nearby universities.

Downtown Buffalo
Front row with #neontrees  he spit on me...

Buffalo Theater District

Theaters, live music, and restaurants highlight some notable features of Buffalo Theater District. Make a stop by Shea's Performing Arts Center or Chippewa District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to get around town.

Buffalo Theater District
House in the snow, in Elmwood Village, Buffalo, New York

Elmwood Village

Travelers come to Elmwood Village for its live music, and you can see top attractions like Blue Sky Mausoleum and Ujima Theatre Company while you're in town.

Elmwood Village
Snowy scene with houses in Allentown, Buffalo, New York

Allentown

Embracing bohemian and hipster culture, this artistic community offers vibrant nightlife, diverse dining, and antique shopping. Explore the Allentown Historic District, including the renowned Kleinhans Music Hall.

Allentown
Buffalo North Breakwater Lighthouse and the city in the background

North Buffalo

The live music and zoo are just a few things visitors like about North Buffalo. Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo AKG Art Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Amherst Street Station or Lasalle Station to get around the larger area.

North Buffalo
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Ellicott

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ellicott and surrounding area, you can visit Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino and Burt Flickinger Athletic Center.

Ellicott
Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St Buffalo NY
The price is SAR 273 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
SAR 273
SAR 310 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,878 reviews)
Very well located, spacious and clean rooms and very good price. Unfortunately, they do not have breakfast included.

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Buffalo Airport Hotel
Garden Place Hotel

Garden Place Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6615 Transit Road Buffalo NY
The price is SAR 281 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 281
SAR 320 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,251 reviews)
Always an enjoyable stay. Staff are very nice.

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Garden Place Hotel
Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
Two Fountain Plaza Buffalo NY
The price is SAR 537 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 537
SAR 627 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,739 reviews)
Need express check in option. Breakfast is way too expensive. If you're going to charge that much, at least have staff that serves me. Buffett is not acceptable at that price.

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy 3-bedroom house in charming Buffalo with WiFi, AC

Cozy 3-bedroom house in charming Buffalo with WiFi, AC

2 out of 5
Buffalo NY
Stay at this apartment in Buffalo. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Walden Galleria Mall and KeyBank Center are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
Small but definitely perfect for a quick trip! Communication with owner was great and accommodating! Would book again!

Reviewed on 25 November 2025

Cozy 3-bedroom house in charming Buffalo with WiFi, AC
Clean Modern Home,Cozy MINUTES to Airport  and Downtown

Clean Modern Home,Cozy MINUTES to Airport and Downtown

Buffalo NY
Stay at this vacation home in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Walden Galleria Mall and Glen Falls ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Such wonderful hosts and appreciate all of the touches to make you feel at home!

Reviewed on 7 February 2026

Clean Modern Home,Cozy MINUTES to Airport and Downtown
Niagara Falls is only 30minutes away.Airport 4 min away. Family & pet friendly!

Niagara Falls is only 30minutes away.Airport 4 min away. Family & pet friendly!

2 out of 5
Buffalo NY
Stay at this apartment in Buffalo. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Walden Galleria Mall and Holiday Twin Rinks are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
This was a super cute and clean 2 bedroom apartment with an at home feel the best most comfortable bed (besides mine) I’ve ever had while traveling for work. Mary was very attentive to our needs, very friendly, and welcoming. Very close to restaurants and shopping.

Reviewed on 22 January 2026

Niagara Falls is only 30minutes away.Airport 4 min away. Family & pet friendly!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Buffalo

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5 - Excellent 35%
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4 - Good 47%
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4/5 - Good

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Nothing else

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Been there lots of time. Not much to do this time due to the pandemic

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

My family live there so it always pleasant

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

These hotels are wonderful! definitely quiet, but cheap and modern! ALWAYS CLEAN!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

No pathing downtown sucks, wake up to a ticker every time

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love the area, tons of things to do.