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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Amherst?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Amherst accommodations, which have positive reviews from our guests: Comfort Inn University - Located within a 20-minute walk of University At Buffalo - North Campus. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Hampton Inn Buffalo - Amherst, NY - Located within a 20-minute walk of University At Buffalo - North Campus. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Sleep Inn - Located within a 20-minute walk of University At Buffalo - North Campus. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Amherst?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Amherst are January, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 17 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Amherst?
Overall, Amherst is known for its college atmosphere, waterfalls, and restaurants. Major attractions include Niagara Falls State Park, Fallsview Casino, and Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Get out into nature with places like Glen Falls, Canalside, and Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. Cultural attractions include University At Buffalo Center for the Arts, Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village, and Buffalo AKG Art Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Amherst while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Amherst in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF), 4.3 mi (7 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.), which is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.