Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with a river in the foreground and a sunset sky.
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A large naval ship docked at a port with a cityscape in the background.
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A U.S. Air Force jet on display with a crowd of visitors.

Stay near popular Waterfront attractions

Canalside

8.8/10 (1,330 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Canalside, a lovely green space in Buffalo. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Come and witness history.

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour

NZ$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Buffalo to Niagara Falls: USA & Canada Side Day Tour

Niagara Falls Small Group In Depth Tour with Buffalo Pickup

NZ$289
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls Small Group In Depth Tour with Buffalo Pickup
Niagara Falls US-Side In-Depth Small Group Tour from Buffalo

Niagara Falls US-Side In-Depth Small Group Tour from Buffalo&Niagara Falls

NZ$266
per traveller
Niagara Falls US-Side In-Depth Small Group Tour from Buffalo&Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls USA: Full-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo!

Niagara Falls USA: Half-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo & Niagara Falls NY

NZ$190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls USA: Half-Day Scenic Tour from Buffalo & Niagara Falls NY
Buffalo Bills Football Game at Highmark Stadium

Buffalo Bills Football Game at Highmark Stadium

NZ$1,143
per adult
Buffalo Bills Football Game at Highmark Stadium
Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise

Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise

NZ$68
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise
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Our pick of the best Waterfront Hotel Deals

Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St Buffalo NY
The price is NZ$161 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$161
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Buffalo Airport Hotel
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
310 4th St Niagara Falls NY
The price is NZ$303 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$303
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Holiday Inn Express Grand Island - Niagara Falls by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Grand Island - Niagara Falls by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2761 Long Road Grand Island NY
The price is NZ$138 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$138
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express Grand Island - Niagara Falls by IHG
M Hotel Buffalo

M Hotel Buffalo

3.5 out of 5
2040 Walden Ave Buffalo NY
The price is NZ$168 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$168
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,353 reviews)
"Check in was easy, staff were friendly and helpful. Nice room, outdated, but the hotel is being remodeled currently. My only complaint was the amount of fruit flies. I wasn’t sure if it was specific to our room but then at breakfast they were flying around."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

M Hotel Buffalo
Garden Place Hotel

Garden Place Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6615 Transit Road Buffalo NY
The price is NZ$171 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$171
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,733 reviews)
"Horrible!!! Had to leave."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Garden Place Hotel
Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls

Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls

2.5 out of 5
240 1st Street Niagara Falls NY
The price is NZ$168 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$168
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Quality Hotel & Suites At The Falls
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Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront

Find the best Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Buffalo

Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

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Buffalo Theater District

Theatres, 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.

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Elmwood Village

Elmwood Village is known for its live music, and you can plan a trip to American Repertory Theater of WNY Performance Venue: The Compass Performing Arts Center and Ujima Theatre Company while you're in town.

A sign for The Buffalo History Museum with a staircase leading up to the entrance.

North Buffalo

North Buffalo is well liked for its live music and zoo. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo AKG Art Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Amherst Street Station or Lasalle Station to get around.

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Allentown

Allentown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wilcox Mansion - Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and Theater of Youth.

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