Top Central Hotels in Buffalo (2026)

In the heart of Buffalo, where historic architecture meets a lively waterfront and a growing arts and food scene, the city’s central hotels put you right in the middle of the action. Staying here means you’re steps from Buffalo’s standout attractions, buzzing restaurants and after-dark entertainment. Our pick of the best downtown hotels highlights everything from a stately Victorian mansion to stylish boutique stays. These central Buffalo stays make it easy to explore while enjoying a comfortable base.

For a five-star

• Right in downtown Buffalo, the Curtiss Hotel turns a historic landmark into something really special. Expect plush beds and oversized marble bathrooms with powerful walk-in showers. There’s a rooftop lounge for drinks looking out over the city skyline, a revolving bar downstairs, and the Buffalo Chophouse for prime steaks and excellent seafood. 

For a Victorian mansion

• Set in an 1866 red-brick Victorian mansion, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue is a 28 room hotel known for its old-school butler service. Staff will run your whirlpool bath for you, light the fireplace or even secure hard-to-book tables. Rooms feature pastel colour schemes, Italian cotton linens and large windows, while a small regional art collection hangs throughout the house.

For a trendy base

• Right in downtown Buffalo, Aloft Buffalo Downtown provides a fun base for city exploring.Guest rooms are spacious with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary decor and rainfall showers. Downstairs, the W XYZ bar keeps things lively with craft cocktails, while there's a couple of eateries and Patrick's Rooftop for dinner with a view.

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