InnBuffalo off Elmwood

To be honest, when I booked InnBuffalo I was concerned that the multitudes of glowing reviews might somehow be a hoax, since it is so rare to see a hotel with such uniform incredible reviews. It was a huge relief and delight to discover that all the reviews were 100% deserved!! ||My husband and I stayed at the Inn for two nights to celebrate our 44th wedding anniversary, and we found the property to be worth every bit of hype. Our rooms were fabulous (yes, plural -- due to a late reservation we had to change rooms mid-stay; the charming housekeeper Ray -- or Rae-- made the move smooth, easy, and effortless!). Full disclosure, we preferred the Art Nouveau East over the Charles Burchfield but were delighted with both. Linens, mattresses and pillows were lovely. ||The entire property was scrupulously clean and the attention to detail was superb. I was especially impressed with how many original details of the 1900 home were left intact, but the guest suites somehow felt modern and fresh. That's a hard needle to thread!||We were thrilled with the deep front porch and ate both of our delicious breakfasts in the gorgeous private garden area. Every single staff person we met was friendly and efficient, and we really enjoyed meeting other guests at the Inn. ||This was our first trip to Buffalo and we never considered returning, but InnBuffalo is so good we might very well have to return so that we can enjoy more of the Inn's amenities!! (As I re-read this I realize I am gushing. Seriously -- it was worth gushing over!)

Inn Buffalo is a getaway experience like no other. From the moment you pull up, you are transformed to another era. As you walk up the front steps onto the covered porch and enter the front hall you are speechless. This hotel is beyond beautiful. Meticulously renovated with modern updates but keeping the history and original characteristics in tact. Our room was spacious with a comfortable king bed and private bath. The host and all the staff are friendly and personable, sharing their experiences and knowledge of the history of Buffalo. Our breakfast of yogurts, fresh fruit and fresh baked scones was top notch. The scones are worth the stay alone. The Inn is on a quiet street that is close to everything, and great to walk for hours enjoying all the beautiful history in the village. We will be back!

We can't say enough good things about this wonderful inn in Buffalo. We were greeted by the lovely Zena who explained and showed us around the place and took us to our room - which was fabulous. The front porch and back yard are truly lovely and welcoming. We so enjoyed sitting outside in both spots and reading and relaxing. They have a cool breakfast set up too and everyone we encountered there was friendly and inviting. We will definitely go again next time we're in Buffalo. Highly recommended.

We loved everything about InnBuffalo! What a totally charming inn with elegant rooms and wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces. It feels like you’re stepping back into another century. Everything is well maintained and the staff are so friendly and welcoming. Loved their gracious hospitality and breakfast was fabulous. Delicious warm homemade blueberry scones with yogurt and homemade granola. Delightful - we’ll be back!

We had a wonderful stay here! The front porch was lovely for breakfast dining. It was in a quiet neighborhood. The beds were extremely comfortable. The house was very clean and had a lot of character. The hospitality provided by InnBuffalo was excellent! We will definitely be back if in the Buffalo area again!

InnBuffalo off Elmwood is a lovely inn in a great location. Upon arrival, innkeeper Joe warmly welcomed us, gave us a tour, and showed us to our suite on the third floor of the inn. The inn is located just off Elmwood, within walking distance of some shops and restaurants. It is just a mile from the Buffalo History Museum, Delaware Park and Japanese Gardens and short drive to other museums in the area. The inn is a beautifully restored home with modern conveniences, suites with comfortable beds and continental breakfast offered from 7:30-10:30. There was a selection of fruit, juices, yogurt, coffee, tea, and the most delicious fresh from the oven lemon blueberry scones. There is a small parking area for $15 a day if one does not want to park on the street.

We cannot more highly recommend Inn Buffalo.|It’s a beautifully restored mansion on a lovely street that almost feels like a livable museum. ||We stayed in a suite. Bed was great. It was comfortable and nicely decorated. Big bath and separate shower.||The owners are gracious, informative and helpful. There’s a great free continental breakfast (must try the lemon blueberry scones). Complimentary snacks and drinks are available all day.||I cannot recall an inn that paid such attention to small details that make the difference between a good and a great stay.||Give it a try - you’ll be rewarded with a great stay!

We had a truly wonderful stay! I was initially a bit anxious since we were traveling with kids, but Joe was incredibly kind and welcoming, he went out of his way to make sure we felt completely at ease. We stayed here as a family, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The property itself is stunning, a beautiful mansion where each room has been thoughtfully transformed into a unique hotel room, complete with all the modern amenities you could need. The common areas, including thee music room, and library, are perfect for relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoying the delicious baked goods that are always available. The location is ideal, quiet, charming, and just a short distance from downtown. There's convenient parking onsite, along with ample street parking. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful, making the entire stay even more enjoyable. Do not hesitate to book a stay here, you won’t be disappointed!

We were passing through on a long road trip, and just managed to snag their last room for one night. This was an experience not to be missed. Just quite possibly the most elegant, luxurious and charming B&B I've enjoyed in the past 40 years. The Industrial Room located in the basement was like a cool dark quiet cave in the middle of summer and we slept so well on the soft pillow top bed with plenty of just right pillows and linens to die for. The walk in shower is super luxurious in marble & tile with your choice of wall mounted, hand held, or overhead waterfall shower heads. There are many choices for ambient and task lighting making it easy to share space with your partner despite different sleep habits. Common areas are in the process of loving restoration with incredible dedication to the preservation of period detail. Breakfast served is continental rather than a typical cooked breakfast. We were very satisfied with the selection which included tea, coffee, juice, fresh fruit, muffins, boiled eggs, yoghurt and the most delicious fresh baked blueberry scones. This B&B is located in an area of finer mansions and homes in the Elmwood Village neighborhood. There is a large public park nearby as well as numerous shops & restaurants. Street parking was easy so unless you are very picky about your car, there's no need to pay the $15 for on site parking.

We were blown away by this incredible inn! The amazing restoration taking place on this gorgeous mansion is just awesome, and the friendly owner/inn keeper Joe shared so many fun facts and interesting stories about the property with us. We stayed in the Fulton-Rose wing and couldn't have been any more comfortable. We had two rooms (one with a large outdoor balcony that we loved) and a private hallway bathroom just steps from the rooms. The beds were super comfy, rooms immaculate, and there were so many nice touches. Fresh water in carafes, Keurig coffee makers, cozy robes, etc. We really loved the morning breakfast offerings, which are ready to grab and go in adorable mason jars (Greek yogurt, fresh berries, oj). The homemade granola, fresh blueberry scones and great local coffee were all to die for. Overall the warmest, coziest stay and we can't wait to go back!!

I would give them 10 stars if I could. If you're looking for a place to stay in Buffalo, look no farther. Beautiful neighborhood close to excellent restaurants and boutique shopping. If you are a fan of turn of the century architecture (or even if you're not) this place will take your breath away. All common rooms are decorated in authentic period style and the restoration (a work in progress) you can see was done with love and attention to detail. The rooms are all top notch. We stayed in the Art Nouveau East room and loved it. Beds were extremely comfortable, all rooms have a fridge and a keurig. The bathrooms have heated floors which were a real treat during a cold Buffalo winter. Light snacks and drinks were supplied at all times in the dining room (try the yummy blueberry scones if they're available!) I can't think of anything that I could have needed or wanted that wasn't already supplied for us. The hosts are incredible. Don't be afraid to ask about the history of the house or the restoration, they are great stewards of this amazing property and enthusiastic boosters of Buffalo. Hoping to come back in the summer to enjoy another stay and spend some time on their amazing porch!

I went to Inn Buffalo for a rehearsal dinner party for a wedding I was in over the summer. The owner and her husband went out of their way the day of the party to make things special, even blowing off some fire crackers to help celebrate the bride and groom. The food was really yummy and fancy. The setting of the party itself inside the Inn Buffalo was interesting because it was this old Victorian place that they purchased and have been restoring. With that said, some of the rooms were in 'rare form' and really need some more attention. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars, but I just can't. I know, because I was a part of the wedding party, that the staff didn't make planning this party the easiest. The hotel was booked way in advance and the hotel did not finalize things until the 11th hour, which brought a lot of stress when the price was much higher than initially anticipated for the bride and the mother of the groom. I imagine there are not many parties booking out the entire hotel the way the group I was a part of did, so it was a special circumstance, but it was a major point or stress and frustration in the days leading up tot he wedding, which is already a very stressful time.

This is the place to stay if you enjoy the finer things! This restored mansion is located in a charming historic area of Buffalo. Walking distance to shops and restaurants -yet nestled amongst beautiful, well manicured homes. I am so happy we visited while the home was decorated for Christmas. After we came home from dinner we relaxed in the sitting room. The heated floors in the bathroom were amazing. Fresh juices, yogurts, berries, scones and homemade granola in the morning were just the beginning. Pancakes and bacon were also served in the dining room. I also appreciated the ample parking in the back. My car was packed with the contents of my daughter's college dorm- it was nice not to have to park out on the street.

There is absolutely no reason to stay anywhere else in Buffalo. This B and B is an exceptionally elegant, spacious house from the turn of the century. It had been meticulously restored and is extremely comfortable. The proprietor is friendly, generous with his time and attention, and the breakfast is fantastic. And yet, the Inn Buffalo is priced competitively with midrange hotels in the area. I travel for a living and I can't imagine staying anywhere else.

Had an unexpectedly incredible experience at the Inn Buffalo. Ellen our attentive host made the experience very personable and shared quite a bit of Buffalo's interesting history. The rooms are all unique, spacious, very comfortable with excellent beds and breakfast was above and beyond. The billiards room downstairs will forever be a highlight of this quick trip through Buffalo. Off street parking and a great neighborhood to explore by car or on foot. My only regret is that our stay could not be longer. Will certainly return. Highly recommend.

Even though I'm a local, staying at InnBuffalo was still a mini vacation. Upon arriving, Joe, one of the Inn's owners, was gracious enough to upgrade our room to a king suite! There was a whole separate room that was the biggest shower I've ever seen with multiple shower heads, amazing. If you go, you must spend some time in the basement billiards room, my husband and I had a cocktail, played some pool, while enjoying a selection of records. Breakfast was pure quality. Everything was homemade and anything that wasn't was from local places around town. (Five points Bakery for bread, Tipico for coffee, and the Lexington Coop for their ingredients) Their homemade scones were the best I ever had, granola was amazing, and their hot breakfast definitely hit the spot. Great owners doing it right. The only question is- how am I suppose to go home to a tile bathroom floor that isn't heated?!

Five stars aren't enough to describe the excellence of InnBuffalo off Elmwood. I wish I could live in the hotel. I spent a few days in a grand room which was extremely comfortable with singular, unique details. The bathroom was one of a kind, with a Victorian needle spray shower that was used in the White House by several presidents, a wonderful tub, and beautiful floor-to-ceiling original decorative tile. Every one of the many spectacular details in this architectural gem has been restored with impeccable taste and attention to detail. Breakfast and snacks are provided daily in the dining room and modern needs of internet and television are also taken care of. The neighborhood is ideal and within a short walk to stores and restaurants. Service by owners Joe and Ellen Lettieri is personal and attentive. I can't wait to return to Buffalo so I can stay at InnBuffalo again.

Very slow service. Food not fresh and over cooked. Ordered salmon and chicken dishes, both very dry with very little taste.

From the moment we drove up to the Inn Buffalo we were taken away with its majestic beauty. It's located on an amazing street full of architectural delight. The owner/operator Joseph is a wealth of knowledge from the history of the property to knowing where to grab a bite to eat after midnight! Speaking of which, steps away is Elmwood Ave. full of great shops and restaurants. Of course we rented a car (not expensive at all) and took a very short drive to Niagara. We all know how amazing that is. We were amazed with how close and easy it was to get back and forth. Rooms at Inn Buffalo were great and comfortable. Everyone was nice and friendly. Location and decor were fantastic. We absolutely loved staying there.

I regularly travel to Buffalo for one or two nights and regularly stay at InnBuffalo. It gets better with each stay! The 9 rooms are all unique and comfortably appointed. Joe and Ellen are consummate hosts, not overly obtrusive but always there to cater to your needs. The breakfasts are wonderful although I have to say my busy morning schedules haven't allowed me to take Ellen up in her full breakfast offerings. Thanks Ellen though for insisting I take a few of your homemade blueberry muffins - I was bumped on my flight in LaGuardia and it was great knowing I had those muffins to tide me over during the wait. It is such an interesting home with wonderful hosts - you will love it!

Engaging Guest House serving the Niagara/Buffalo area. Tremendous restoration project of an Edwardian mansion with nicely appointed rooms, a wonderful breakfast - the Blueberry Scones are to die for - and best of all, knowledgeable, involved owner/operators. Convenient to major Buffalo attractions, including the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, the Olmstead-designed parks, and a fairly close shot for the Frank Lloyd Wright Martin House complex, now completely and gloriously restored. Super Bonus....Radiant heat floors in the Olmstead Guest room!

Just toured this Inn today during their "open to the public" event. The renovation is a work in-progress but what has been done so far is impressive. You can appreciate the vision and gumption of the new owners that are trying to restore this originally built 1898 Hewitt Mansion back to it's magnificence and save another Buffalo historic treasure from being forever lost. We certainly plan to reserve a night here in the near future as these new proprietors deserve to be supported in their quest. I look forward to update my review after our stay. They plan to have a "soft-opening" starting March 1st and are offering 20% room discounts. Sláinte See link below for a recent news article and more information about Inn Buffalo: http://www.buffalonews.com/columns/donn-esmonde/from-buffalos-glory-days-a-mansion-is-reborn-20150207#

Ok this was one of the best experiences of our trip. Great room, clean, excellent breakfast, accommodating staff, and a beautiful historical mansion. Sweet Jesus the Scones are worth the stay! Ellen and Joe are the bomb.

This place is the bomb! I've never had such an awesome lodging experience until I made my way here. This is renovated from a historic landmark (the name currently escapes me, but will update my review at some point) and is now being served out to the general public as an inn. Ellen and Joe are very warm and inviting. The amenities in the rooms are nice and on par with your standard hotel frills. It's located in an extremely beautiful area of Buffalo and it's easy to waltz out from here and enjoy the wonders in Elmwood Village. Every minute spent at this place felt genuine and warm. This is an awesome alternative to staying in a major hotel within Buffalo. I would recommend this because it is guaranteed to be charming - based on my excellent stay here.

I needed a place near the Niagara River for a work stay two night and InnBuffalo fit my needs. Although I'd seen the photos online, being there overwhelmed me. It's a stunning historic mansion. Joe the innkeeper gave me a fascinating tour of the house: the needle shower, oriental carpets, tropical woods, inflow heating, etc. I agree with another reviewer "there is absolutely no reason to stay anywhere else in Buffalo"!! Indeed, I hope to return for a stay for relaxation and check out all of Elmwood Village! Superb stay!

The Inn Buffalo in Elmwood Village is amazing! It's just not an experience to be missed. It's not only close to Niagara Falls and downtown Buffalo (and a short drive to Letchworth if you like great hiking), but it's walking distance to charming Elmwood Village. This B and B is the best I've stayed at in North America, which is why I go back. It's just a gem. Everyone should stay at this place. The family who owns this have put so much love and hard work into your stay and it shows. I can't wait to go back!

Ive never been to a bed and breakfast but after this visit ill never stay anywhere else in buffalo. The owners are very personable and treat you like family. They go out of their way to make sure you have everything and anything you could want or need. The establishment is beautiful and historic. Every room has amazing decor and are extremely clean and comfortable. You could probably perform surgery with how clean it is. The breakfast was amazing they reffered to it as continental but it was beyond your average continental. A make your own parfait station with in house made granola was heaven. I would eat that granola on its own all day. Definitely get the spinach scramble it the perfect size to fill you without overfilling you. In the evening they put out wine and spritzer nothing like ending the day with a complimentary glass off wine. The building is in ongoing restoration so all reservations help keep the history alive. You can even see some of the current projects which was extremely interesting. If you want the feel of being at home this is the place to be you wont be disappointed. I honestly do not have one complaint

Had a terrific time here, the place is gorgeous. Joe & staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding Niagara-Buffalo area. Just sitting out on a summer day on the beautiful porch is practically worth the price alone.

Destination Inn! Great location, beautiful B and B with knowledgeable proprietor who will give you a delicious breakfast along with a history of Buffalo and Niagara Falls! Spacious rooms with all amenities, and beautifully restored sitting rooms for guests to relax in. A pool table at your pleasure! And very comfortable place to make your home while in Buffalo

My husband and I just left The Inn Buffalo, absolutely beautiful house, amazing hosts, and very clean. Walk Elmwood Village, short drive to Allentown and 20 minutes from Niagara Falls. Great breakfast, elegant yet cozy environment, our host Joe made us feel like we've known him all of our life. Great experience for a short weekend getaway, great place to stay for anyone's visit to the beautiful and historic City of Buffalo.

Exceptionally good service for my international business guest who thanked me for booking him there. He said he felt he was being looked after with enormous respect and care and he also raved about the beauty of his room.

We were in town for our 50th High School reunion on 8/25. Spent three nights at the Inn. We can't say enough about the owners, Joseph and Ellen, and the Inn itself. The rooms are charming. Beds comfortable. Bathrooms all brand new and spotless. Breakfasts prepared by Ellen and staff were outstanding! Joseph is charming and a has a wealth of "Buffalo" knowledge! Location near Elmwood is ideal! Plenty of restaurants, bars, shops to choose from. Parking was plentiful....either on-site or street parking. Front porch is heavenly.... We would only stay here when we visit family/friends in Buffalo from now on!

Really a wonderful experience. The house is gorgeous, the room was beautiful, the hosts and staff are super helpful and nice, the breakfast was homey and delicious. I've never been to Buffalo, and I'm glad we found this place, as I was really impressed with Elmwood Village. A great experience all around.

Inn Buffalo B & B mansion is MUST TRY place in Buffalo. We toured it on a bike tour a few years ago and have been waiting to stay here. All the rooms are absolutely gorgeous and the original detail and restoration they are doing is incredible. Joe and Ellen prepared a divine breakfast with homemade scones, fresh fruit/yogurt parfait bar, fresh eggs with spinach/cheese REAL sausage, toast with homemade jam, and buttermilk pancakes with real maple syrup. The attention to detail was very special. Everything about this place is magical. I can't say enough good things about it! We had a fabulous night/morning! Please just go see for yourself and thank me later! ;)

We just loved this inn; great location; beautiful renovation, swank rooms with fabulous bathrooms, tVs, AC; and wonderful breakfasts, wine and pretzels in the afternoon, newspapers on the front porch with a view of the street. Such accommodating, lovely, hosts and owners. We would never stay elsewhere. This is the be-all-and-end-all and a great inspiration for all B and B owners.

This was our first visit to Buffalo, and InnBuffalo was a very enjoyable part of our time there. Our room [the Millard Fillmore Suite] was very spacious & comfortable - it is one of 9 guest rooms in this beautifully restored home in the historic Elmwood district. Our stay felt like we had journeyed back over a hundred years, BUT without giving up modern conveniences, i.e., air conditioning, super-fast Wi-Fi, and off-street parking. The hosts, Joe & Ellen Lettieri, made us feel like pampered guests in their gracious home, beginning with a friendly reception, helpful suggestions about things to do and places to eat, and pleasant conversation. A stay at InnBuffalo includes a very tasty breakfast [FREE!] In addition to home-made scones, build-you-own granola parfaits [with fresh fruit, yoghurt & home-made granola, they gladly serve you eggs [any style, made to order], toast, bacon, pancakes, etc. Of course, there's juice, coffee, tea & water. The inn is located within easy walking distance of many restaurants [from fine dining to casual] and many interesting shops. It is an easy drive to downtown, the Darwin Martin House, several art museums, and a number of other attractions. Our only regret is that we did not spend more time in Buffalo, because there is so much to see and do. Highly recommended

Had a great weekend in Buffalo and this small, shabby chic inn was the perfect place to stay. It's an amazing historic house and the owner's have done a great job of restoring it in a measured way, leaving in place interesting little features, including some of the old frayed wallpaper and furnishings. The house is an experience in itself!

Splendidly unique, historically interesting, and lovingly appointed! What a wonderful place to stay! My partner and I visited for a night on our way back to Albany from a visit to Toronto and we were so pleased and impressed by the beauty of the house and the room (the Millard Fillmore suite), as well as with the furnishings and the hospitality of the owners. Ellen and Joe went out of their way to ensure we were completely comfortable and had everything we needed. With the help of their daughter they provided a very comprehensive orientation to the local area and places to eat to accommodate our particular tastes. The room itself was exactly what I was hoping for - bright with big beautiful windows and wispy curtains, a luxurious bed, antique furniture, in-room coffee, a marvelous bathroom, and not to mention a very healthy and tasty breakfast in the morning. We were also given a tour complete with a detailed review of the house's very interesting history, and Joe shared much of his experience of renovating the place. Staying at an Inn which is still in the midst of its renovation process might seem unusual, but this actually added to our experience, giving a unique "insider's view" of the exciting process of revealing the home's original beauty. Joe's enthusiasm for this painstaking but rewarding work was palpable, and the whole experience was interesting in a way that no other stay at an Inn has been. Highly recommend this splendid Inn for everything it has to offer!

I had the pleasure of staying at Inn Buffalo for a recent stayacation. I've stayed at the Mansion (similar bontique hotel concept) before but Inn Buffalo was better for me. Better location in heart of Elmwood Village, better breakfast, & just overall more welcoming with personalized attention. Plus heated bathroom floors. Stuff I didn't know I needed in life. Left feeling pampered & refreshed. I would definitely recommend!