Old First Ward Travel Guide

Buffalo

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Stay near popular Old First Ward attractions

Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B

Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B is just one of the places to see in Buffalo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Top hotels in Old First Ward

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
310 4th St Niagara Falls NY
The price is ฿6,803 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿6,803
฿7,636 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,604 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and close to the Falls."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St Buffalo NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,755 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿2,755
฿3,134 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (3,099 reviews)
"Hotel was easy to find, clean and perfect for our 1 night stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Buffalo Airport Hotel
Garden Place Hotel

Garden Place Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6615 Transit Road Buffalo NY
The price is ฿3,520 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿3,520
฿4,004 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,435 reviews)
"This hotel is a hidden gem....we brought another couple and they were floored over how perfect everything was. We love Garden Place Hotel"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Garden Place Hotel
Comfort Inn The Pointe

Comfort Inn The Pointe

3 out of 5
1 Prospect Pointe Niagara Falls NY
The price is ฿6,949 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿6,949
฿7,922 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very good! (1,615 reviews)
"Very dirty hotel. Entrance is littered with trash and cigs. Common area is dirty. Complimentary water was empty and dirty."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Comfort Inn The Pointe
Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

2.5 out of 5
100 Holtz Dr Buffalo NY
The price is ฿3,126 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,126
฿3,556 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very good! (2,187 reviews)
"The stay at the Sleep Inn was good. It was worth the extra money to have whirlpool tub in our room because it helped relax me and my muscles after a long car trip from Ohio!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
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 ฿6,302 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿6,302
฿7,169 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,922 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Grand Island - Niagara Falls by IHG
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Where to stay in Old First Ward

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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 Shea's Performing Arts Center, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Raintree Island

While Raintree Island may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Riviera Theatre and Performing Arts Center and Town of Tonawanda Veterans Memorial.

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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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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.

Old First Ward Travel Guide