Buffalo Marriott Niagara, NY [Master Thread]
#46
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: CLT
Programs: US CP | MR PL | HH Diamond | Hertz PC
Posts: 149
I was at that RI last summer and am not a fan. Just plain dirty everywhere you look. From the rooms to the lobby to the restaurant... yuk
#48
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Chicago (ORD)
Programs: Marriott Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, UA Gold, AA Gold
Posts: 566
Anyone have a recent stay at any of the Buffalo-area hotels? We are planning to do a single night stopover after a long day's drive to rest before a day at the falls, so there is no need to be in Buffalo city itself, just somewhere easy off the highway and nice/clean/competent. From these (older) posts, the Fairfield Inn by the airport seems to be a good choice (with basic breakfast for the family/kids to start the morning) but wanted to see if others had any input more recently. Many thanks in advance.
#49
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Lost in Space
Programs: MR Plat, AA EXP, Hertz Presidents Club, SPG Plat
Posts: 170
Anyone have a recent stay at any of the Buffalo-area hotels? We are planning to do a single night stopover after a long day's drive to rest before a day at the falls, so there is no need to be in Buffalo city itself, just somewhere easy off the highway and nice/clean/competent. From these (older) posts, the Fairfield Inn by the airport seems to be a good choice (with basic breakfast for the family/kids to start the morning) but wanted to see if others had any input more recently. Many thanks in advance.
#50
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: DCA
Programs: MR Plat; AA Gold; UA Silver
Posts: 352
I completed a 1 night stay at the CY Buffalo Downtown Canalside last week. I was very impressed! The hotel is only about 1 year old and still feels brand new. As a Plat I was upgraded to a 2 bed suite – very nice since we were on a family trip and had 3 people. It’s the new grey interior rooms that my sister and I both really liked – very modern looking and TONS of power outlets (very important!). Apparently this new model is called “Synergy” and it really works. Also a much larger than usual bathroom. Outside of the Bistro there is a nice firepit area which is wonderful for evening drinks. Also lots of outdoor seating right in front of the hotel. The hot tub/pool area was prob one of the nicest I’ve ever seen – not just for a CY, but for any MR property. The indoor lobby area was also very nice – very spacious and colorful.
The immediate area has quite a bit to do as well. The canal side light rail stop is literally right in front of the hotel. There’s a Tim Hortons (!) right across the street if you don’t want to pay for the Bistro. And the canal area is beautiful.
If I’m ever in Buffalo again I would stay here again without hesitation.
As an aside, this is right across the street from the new HARBORCENTER (yes it’s all caps and all one word). There’s not much open inside yet except for the aforementioned Tim Hortons and a sports bar. But they are building the new FS Marriott right there – by the looks of the exterior it looks like every other FS Marriott. Website says it will be open in August but in mid-May it looked like a lot of work still had to be done – but I am not a construction expert so maybe August is still a possibility.
The immediate area has quite a bit to do as well. The canal side light rail stop is literally right in front of the hotel. There’s a Tim Hortons (!) right across the street if you don’t want to pay for the Bistro. And the canal area is beautiful.
If I’m ever in Buffalo again I would stay here again without hesitation.
As an aside, this is right across the street from the new HARBORCENTER (yes it’s all caps and all one word). There’s not much open inside yet except for the aforementioned Tim Hortons and a sports bar. But they are building the new FS Marriott right there – by the looks of the exterior it looks like every other FS Marriott. Website says it will be open in August but in mid-May it looked like a lot of work still had to be done – but I am not a construction expert so maybe August is still a possibility.
#52
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North Sentinel Island
Programs: UA Gold, BONVOY TIT
Posts: 777
I completed a 1 night stay at the CY Buffalo Downtown Canalside last week. I was very impressed! The hotel is only about 1 year old and still feels brand new. As a Plat I was upgraded to a 2 bed suite very nice since we were on a family trip and had 3 people. Its the new grey interior rooms that my sister and I both really liked very modern looking and TONS of power outlets (very important!). Apparently this new model is called Synergy and it really works. Also a much larger than usual bathroom. Outside of the Bistro there is a nice firepit area which is wonderful for evening drinks. Also lots of outdoor seating right in front of the hotel. The hot tub/pool area was prob one of the nicest Ive ever seen not just for a CY, but for any MR property. The indoor lobby area was also very nice very spacious and colorful.
The immediate area has quite a bit to do as well. The canal side light rail stop is literally right in front of the hotel. Theres a Tim Hortons (!) right across the street if you dont want to pay for the Bistro. And the canal area is beautiful.
If Im ever in Buffalo again I would stay here again without hesitation.
As an aside, this is right across the street from the new HARBORCENTER (yes its all caps and all one word). Theres not much open inside yet except for the aforementioned Tim Hortons and a sports bar. But they are building the new FS Marriott right there by the looks of the exterior it looks like every other FS Marriott. Website says it will be open in August but in mid-May it looked like a lot of work still had to be done but I am not a construction expert so maybe August is still a possibility.
The immediate area has quite a bit to do as well. The canal side light rail stop is literally right in front of the hotel. Theres a Tim Hortons (!) right across the street if you dont want to pay for the Bistro. And the canal area is beautiful.
If Im ever in Buffalo again I would stay here again without hesitation.
As an aside, this is right across the street from the new HARBORCENTER (yes its all caps and all one word). Theres not much open inside yet except for the aforementioned Tim Hortons and a sports bar. But they are building the new FS Marriott right there by the looks of the exterior it looks like every other FS Marriott. Website says it will be open in August but in mid-May it looked like a lot of work still had to be done but I am not a construction expert so maybe August is still a possibility.
#53
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Buffalo, NY
Programs: Marriott Plat, Delta Gold, United Silver
Posts: 66
Hard to believe that not that long ago he whole canalside area was basically a large unpaved parking lot. Mr. Pegula put a lot of effort, and money, in that part of town.
GO Sabres!
GO Sabres!
#55
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Toronto, ON
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium, AA Plat MM
Posts: 3,572
If you're flying there's a trio of Marriott properties right across the street from the airport with free pickup. The FS Marriott your boss wants is out in the 'burbs in Amherst and there's not much walkable. It's a decent enough 70's-style Marriott and I've been there many times. The "new" downtown one is the one in Harborcenter - I can't remember for sure if it was a re-do or new build. Downtown Buffalo isn't exactly known for vibrant nightlife, but they are making great strides to revitalize the area. There's a nice Courtyard downtown as well. There are lots of other Marriott properties to choose from as well - Buffalo has one of the highest saturations per-capita I've seen.
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#56
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Toronto, Canada
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 1,362
Buffalo Niagara Marriott Up for Auction
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#57
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Toronto, ON
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium, AA Plat MM
Posts: 3,572
Buffalo Niagara Marriott Up for Auction
https://www.hotel-online.com/press_r...t-6-5-million/
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#58
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: NJ USA
Programs: AA PLAT 2MM, MR TITANIUM 2M, HH DIA, Hyatt EXP, BW DIA, IC AMB, IHG PLAT, UA GLD
Posts: 1,075
Any recent updates?
Has wifi improved? (poor reports on TripAdvisor)
Concierge Lounge good?
Any restaurants nearby that you recommend?
Has wifi improved? (poor reports on TripAdvisor)
Concierge Lounge good?
Any restaurants nearby that you recommend?
#59
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Toronto, ON
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium, AA Plat MM
Posts: 3,572
This used to be our regular "go-to" in the area, when the hotel's dining room (Panache) was one of the best in the neighborhood. Most of the major chain restaurants are represented along Maple Rd. and nearby Niagara Falls Blvd., but for more eclectic local options you'd have to go further afield. We like the Reikart House (also Marriott) when in Amherst. It has its own excellent restaurant.
#60
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: NJ USA
Programs: AA PLAT 2MM, MR TITANIUM 2M, HH DIA, Hyatt EXP, BW DIA, IC AMB, IHG PLAT, UA GLD
Posts: 1,075
This used to be our regular "go-to" in the area, when the hotel's dining room (Panache) was one of the best in the neighborhood. Most of the major chain restaurants are represented along Maple Rd. and nearby Niagara Falls Blvd., but for more eclectic local options you'd have to go further afield. We like the Reikart House (also Marriott) when in Amherst. It has its own excellent restaurant.