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Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

100 Holtz Dr, Buffalo, NY

4.3/5Excellent! (987 reviews)

"I like the cleaning so the property the staff was really nice I didn't see any bugs at all"…"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2020

Garden Place Hotel

6615 Transit Road, Bowmansville, NY

4/5Very Good! (1,094 reviews)

"The property was beautiful. But the girl at check in was a bit rude qnd the jacuzzi in my room air bubbles did not work."…"

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2020

Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst

5020 Main Street, Amherst, NY

4.6/5Wonderful! (980 reviews)

"The property was very clean the staff was friendly. we didn't have any issues! Oh and they were definitely on point with Covid restrictions."…"

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2020

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Buffalo Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 23 inexpensive motels in Buffalo among more than 186 lodging choices. When you pick one of these budget-friendly accommodations, there might not be abundant amenities like you'd find at a traditional hotel but you'll save more money for your trip.

By saving on your room price, you can make the most of what Buffalo has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Coca-Cola Field, Pierce - Arrow Museum, and Canalside.

Fun fact: The word "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel. Often just a story or two, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool.

Listed below are some of Expedia customers' favorite Buffalo motels available to book:

Motel 6 Buffalo - Amherst

Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of University At Buffalo - North Campus.
Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Motel 6 Buffalo Airport

An outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like cable TV.
It's located within a short 10-minute drive of Walden Galleria Mall.

Econo Lodge Darien Lakes

Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
Stay within a short 7-minute drive of Darien Lake Amusement Park.

Red Roof Inn Buffalo - Hamburg/ I-90

It's located within a short 8-minute drive of New Era Field.
Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV.

Motel 6 Hamburg, NY

Stay within a short 8-minute drive of New Era Field.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Things to Do in Buffalo

Check out the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this historical area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Buffalo speak highly of its university life and waterfalls.

Here are some popular places:

Coca-Cola Field
Pierce - Arrow Museum
Canalside

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Lafayette Square

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

Buffalo Zoo
Darien Lake Amusement Park
Hamburg Fairgrounds

Best Time to Visit Buffalo

Determine the optimal time to visit Buffalo by looking over these seasonal weather details:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 48° F and nighttime temperatures average 18° F
April-June: 79° F is the daytime average and 31° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 80° F and nighttime averages are around 48° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 65° F during the day and 20° F at night
Average rainfall is 40.47 inches in a year

How to Get to Buffalo and Around the Area

Buffalo Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)	Airport	8 mi (12.9 km)
Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.)	Airport	15.2 mi (24.4 km)
Lafayette Square Station	Metro Station	0.1 mi (0.2 km)
Church Station	Metro Station	0.2 mi (0.3 km)
Fountain Plaza Station	Metro Station	0.3 mi (0.4 km)
Buffalo-Exchange Street Station	Train Station	0.5 mi (0.8 km)
Buffalo-Exchange Street Station	Train Station	0.5 mi (0.8 km)
Buffalo-Depew Station	Train Station	7.7 mi (12.3 km)

Frequently asked questions

Because you’ll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Buffalo. Not-to-be-missed sights include KeyBank Center, Walden Galleria Mall, and Bills Stadium.

At most motels, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Motel 6 Buffalo, NY - Airport - Williamsville: Stay within a 20-minute drive of University At Buffalo - North Campus and Walden Galleria Mall. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Amherst, NY - Buffalo: Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 2-minute drive of University At Buffalo - North Campus. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ University at Buffalo - Amherst: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of University At Buffalo - North Campus. Red Roof Inn Buffalo - Hamburg/ I-90: It’s located within a short 7-minute drive of Bills Stadium. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Boulevard Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of University At Buffalo - North Campus and University at Buffalo - South Campus. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

You can select from 21 low-cost motels in Buffalo.

Check out the college campus and enjoy the acclaimed theater scene in this historical area while you’re sightseeing. People who’ve visited Buffalo love the live music and waterfalls. Some popular places to visit include KeyBank Center, Walden Galleria Mall, and Bills Stadium. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Canalside, Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park, and Delaware Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Buffalo Museum of Science, Buffalo Zoo, and Hamburg Fairgrounds.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Buffalo to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Buffalo are February, December, January, and November, with each month seeing an average of 16 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Buffalo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF), which is located 8 mi (12.9 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.), which is 15.2 mi (24.4 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at Lafayette Square Station, Church Station, and Fountain Plaza Station.

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Motel 6 Buffalo, NY - Airport - Williamsville

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ University at Buffalo - Amherst

Red Roof Inn Buffalo - Hamburg/ I-90

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