You don’t have to cross the Canadian border to experience the thrill of the mighty and majestic Niagara Falls. The American Falls, located in Niagara Falls, New York, are a national landmark surrounded by Niagara Falls State Park, which has hiking trails, wildlife viewing areas and sweeping views of the falls and the river. Choose from a variety of hotels on the American side, most of which are within walking distance of the falls.
The Giacomo Hotel is within walking distance of Seneca Niagara Casino and the falls. This 39-room hotel is located in a building formerly known as the United Office Building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel provides butler and valet service for every room in addition to serving a European-style continental breakfast every morning. Barton Hill Hotel and Spa is 8 1/2 miles from Niagara Falls in nearby Lewiston. All rooms and suites have a private bath, fireplace and individual decor. The hotel has a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant that's open nightly for dinner.
Located right at the entrance to Niagara Falls State Park, Comfort Inn the Pointe is one of the closest hotels to the falls. It's within walking distance of major attractions such as the Maid of the Mist. Amenities include a fitness center, free breakfast buffet and an on-site gift shop. Quality Hotel and Suites is right across from Niagara Falls. It has an on-site bar and grill, an indoor pool and an on-site wedding chapel.
Although they aren't allowed on boat rides or major attractions, leashed dogs are allowed in Niagara Falls State Park. If you're traveling with your pet, you can choose from several area hotels. For example, you can bring dogs that weigh 40 pounds or less with you to the Sheraton at the Falls. Pets aren't allowed unattended in the room and the hotel restricts the number of pets allowed in each room. The hotel is next to Seneca Niagara Casino and a short walk from the falls. It has a 24-hour fitness room, business center, indoor pool and on-site restaurants. Howard Johnson is also within walking distance of major attractions in the area. It allows as many as three pets in each room for an extra per pet charge.
The Econo Lodge at the Falls North is less than 4 miles from Niagara Falls and just minutes from Niagara Falls outlet shopping and the Aquarium of Niagara Falls. The hotel serves a continental breakfast every morning and it has a playground, gazebo and heated outdoor pool. Motel 6 is about 6 miles from the falls and just off Interstate 290. Motel 6 has value-added amenities such as free coffee in the morning and free local phone calls. Additionally, if you have well-behaved pets, Motel 6 allows you to bring them with you for no extra charge.
