Niagara Falls - Western New York

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Buffalo which includes a city and city views
Buffalo showing a monument
Buffalo featuring a monument
Forest Lawn Cemetery showing a cemetery and heritage elements

A world-famous waterfall together with wild state parks and bustling city streets combine to make this New York region a rewarding destination for a holiday.

The Niagara Falls and Western New York region is an incredible place to explore the state’s wilderness without having to venture too far from the big city. Take a boat under one of the world’s most famous waterfalls, visit vineyards and sleepy towns, and watch a football game in a local stadium.

The mighty Niagara Falls serve as a reminder of the sheer power of Mother Nature. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of water flow through the waterfall every second in the summer months. There are a few different ways to experience the falls: embark on a Maid of the Mist boat tour, fly above them by helicopter or try a Cave of the Winds tour, during which you trek through the Niagara Gorge.

The closest big city to the falls is the museum and restaurant-packed Buffalo. Visit Darwin Martin House, a prairie house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, marvel at beautiful canvases in the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and have lunch at Broadway Market. Time your visit for June or August and join enchanting garden tours as part of the National Buffalo Garden Festival.

Get back to nature at Allegany State Park. Kayak on shimmering lakes, hike through dense woods and camp on hilltops overlooking lush green foliage. Go whitewater rafting in Letchworth State Park and, for a once-in-a-life-time thrill, take a hot-air balloon ride over dramatic cliffs.

The area around Chautauqua Lake is peppered with charming rural communities and fishing spots teeming with potential catches. Learn about the history of the Chautauqua Institution, visited by many U.S. presidents, including Gerald Ford and Ulysses S. Grant.

High season runs from May to September and most of the hotels, shops and restaurants in the area remain open during this period. Summers are warm and comfortable, though if it does get hot, just head to Niagara Falls to let the mist cool you down.

For a different perspective on Niagara Falls and Western New York, visit in the winter so you can zoom down the slopes at Holiday Valley Ski Resort and admire glittering snow-covered trees.

Where to stay in Niagara Falls - Western New York

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Fallsview

4/5(95 area reviews)

Are you interested in enchanting waterfalls, first-class casinos and eye-catching views? A visit to Fallsview might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Fallsview Casino and Skylon Tower.

Fallsview
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Clifton Hill

While visiting Clifton Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Clifton Hill and Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.

Clifton Hill
Buffalo showing a monument, a city and a skyscraper

Downtown Buffalo

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Buffalo
Niagara Falls featuring a bridge and modern architecture

Downtown Niagara Falls

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

The enchanting waterfalls and first-class casinos are just a few highlights of Downtown Niagara Falls. Make a stop by Niagara Falls State Park or Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Niagara Falls
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Old Town Historic District

5/5(7 area reviews)

Old Town Historic District is popular for its lake views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club or Shaw Festival Theatre.

Old Town Historic District
Journey Behind The Falls featuring a ferry, a cascade and boating

Queen Victoria

If you're spending some time in Queen Victoria, Clifton Hill and Niagara's Fury are top sights worth seeing.

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M Hotel Buffalo

M Hotel Buffalo

3.5 out of 5
2040 Walden Ave, Buffalo, NY
The price is €97 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€97
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,983 reviews)
"Enjoying and relaxing"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY
The price is €97 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€97
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,605 reviews)
"Easy checkin. Adequate parking. Quiet."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Buffalo Airport Hotel
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is €209 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€209
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,547 reviews)
Way Beyond our Expectations
"The Seneca Niagra Resort & Casino is amazing! Absolutely beautiful place. Check in process was very smooth & quick. The casino is also just as beautiful. Everything was very clean & the location was perfect, right downtown & only a 10-15 min walk to Niagra Falls State Park & the falls themselves. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
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.
PTR | Charming Apt - N Buffalo near Falls & Parks!

PTR | Charming Apt - N Buffalo near Falls & Parks!

2 out of 5
Buffalo
Stay at this apartment in Buffalo. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Buffalo Zoo and KeyBank Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great Stay
"Comfortable bed, well appointed kitchen. Great location"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

PTR | Charming Apt - N Buffalo near Falls & Parks!
New! Panorama Lakeview Place: Canandaigua Lake escape w pool, game room & more!

New! Panorama Lakeview Place: Canandaigua Lake escape w pool, game room & more!

2 out of 5
Naples
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Naples. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Canandaigua Lake and Arbor ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"We had a wonderful vacation at this property. We swam all day, used the game room every night, and had our smores at the firepit. All of the appliances are state-of-the-art. We appreciated the 2 refrigerators and the double hot air stove. The retractable awning over the deck was a plus with the hot ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

New! Panorama Lakeview Place: Canandaigua Lake escape w pool, game room & more!
420 Friendly  3 bedroom upstairs apartment. Street parking. Covered porch

420 Friendly 3 bedroom upstairs apartment. Street parking. Covered porch

Buffalo
Stay at this apartment in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions KeyBank Center and Walden Galleria Mall are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"It all was a lovely place. The deck was really a great place to relax. Had most things you could want, the couches and beds were comfortable. The neighborhood was very nice and walkable."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

420 Friendly 3 bedroom upstairs apartment. Street parking. Covered porch
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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