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Buffalo's Independent Concept Urban Resort
Recently named one of TIME’s Greatest Places of 2018, Hotel Henry is an original-concept urban resort hotel and conference center that offers upscale modern accommodations designed to fuse with the architectural legacy of a National Historic Landmark campus. Hotel Henry’s historic setting offers a distinct cosmopolitan experience within vast unexpected creative spaces marked by the iconic 185-foot-tall Richardson Towers. Hotel Henry’s Urban Resort is distinctive from the type of “resort” that most travelers expect. Instead, the surrounding city of Buffalo – its galleries and cultural institutions, architecture, nearby parks… are the treasures to be enjoyed. Centrally located in Buffalo’s cultural corridor and vibrant Elmwood Village, the urban resort is steps from world-class museums and galleries, Olmsted-designed parks, and a bustling dining and shopping district.
Introducing modern meeting spaces within a massive National Historic Landmark building, Hotel Henry has grown to be the most sought after meeting and event venue in the region. Events are set amid Frederick Law Olmsted-designed grounds and gardens, and in unique spaces that go beyond the traditional ballroom. Guests and event attendees enjoy bright, open conference spaces, contemporary art, minimalist design, and a dedicated scratch kitchen. Throughout the building, Hotel Henry’s uncommon spaces invite guests to explore, gather and tuck away in the unique character of Richardson’s masterpiece. Interior and exterior spaces invite guests to find their own corner and make their own experience. An experience inclusive of personalized service, detail-oriented standards and high-tech amenities delivered by a dedicated team of experienced professionals.
A Bit of Background
Opened in April 2017, Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center makes innovative new use of one of Western New York’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Widely considered to be one of Buffalo’s most important and beautiful buildings, construction on the 145-year-old Richardson Olmsted Campus began in 1872 and opened in 1880 as the state-of-the-art Buffalo State Asylum for the Insane. Now, with generous private funding from the ownership group, public funding from New York State, and historic tax credits, Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center is proud to open a new chapter for the campus and surrounding neighborhoods.
Locally owned and operated, Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center is proud to be the first phase and 1/3 of the redevelopment of the Richardson Olmsted Campus, bringing new life and meaning to the National Historic Landmark. Hotel Henry’s comprehensive Press Kit is designed to answer any and all questions about Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center, its awards, history, and services.

Press Contact
MATT SNYDER
444 Forest AvenueBuffalo, NY 14213
marketing@hotelhenry.com
+1 (716) 882-1970
Recent Awards
2018 HD Project Award Finalist, Restoration Category
2017 Best of Year Winner for Hotel Transformation
2018 Brick by Brick Preservation Award
2017 NYS Historic Preservation Award
2018 Preservation Buffalo Niagara Project of Distinction
AIA Buffalo/WNY Architecture Design Award


HISTORY
Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center makes innovative new use of one of Western New York’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Hotel Henry Urban Resort Conference Center is proud to be the first phase and 1/3 of the redevelopment of the Richardson Olmsted Campus, bringing new life and meaning to the National Historic Landmark Richardson Olmsted Campus.
Learn MoreRECENT PRESS
‘Spirit of Community’ Now Graces Richardson Entrance
WBFO – January, 2018
Hotel Henry
HospitalityDesign – December, 2017
20 Top New and Renewed Hotels, Inns, and B&B’s in the Northeast 2017
Huffington Post – December, 2017
Deborah Berke Partners Transforms Historic Insane Asylum into Boutique Hotel
Dezeen – October, 2017
10 Great Reasons to Return to Buffalo NY Now
Huffington Post – August, 2017
Spend the Night in a Former Insane Asylum at Hotel Henry
The Manual – August, 2017
Hotel Henry is a New Boutique Hotel with a Storied Past
Elle Decor – October, 2017
Hotel Henry at the Richardson Olmsted Campus by Deborah Berke Partners
Architectural Record – September, 2017
Historic Buffalo Insane Asylum Transformed into Elegant Hotel Henry
Cleveland.com – July, 2017
Spotlight On: Hotel Henry
Escape Toronto – July, 2017
From Hospital to Hotel, Henry Offers a Stylish Stay in Buffalo
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette – August, 2017
Hotel Henry to Continue Historic Connection Between Buffalo State and Richardson Olmsted Complex
The Record – May, 2017
100 Acres Restaurant Open in Hotel Henry
Buffalo News – May, 2017
Buffalo’s Hotel Henry Urban Resort on the Richardson Olmsted Campus
Cool Hunting – December 2017
8 things to do now in Buffalo
The Toronto Star – July 2016
How to spend 48 hours in Buffalo
blogTO – July 2016
Once-dicey Buffalo, New York is on the cusp of something big, from its booming city center to its buzzing West Side
NY Daily News – July 2016
Hotel Henry accepting [wedding & special event] reservations for April
The Buffalo News – July 2016
Forseeing the future role of The Mansion at Hotel Henry
Buffalo Rising – May 2016
A year to go and Hotel Henry is already getting booked up
WIVB – May 2016
Plans at Richardson Olmsted Complex taking shape
The Buffalo News – April 2016
Exclusive stay at Hotel Henry before it officially opens
WKBW – April 2016
10 Cities That Are About To Be Famous… Again
Huffington Post – March 2016
Take Five: Buffalo is Edgier Than You Think
Paste Magazine – February 2016
Buffalo bringing new life to Canalside: Revitalization of Erie Canal launching tourism revolution
National Post – February 2016
16 things to see and do in the U.S. in 2016
CNN – January 2016
11 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2016
Step Out Buffalo – January 2016
10 Ways 2016 Will Be Buffalo’s Best Year Yet
Visit Buffalo Niagara – January 2016
2015: A Great Year For Buffalo
Visit Buffalo Niagara – December 2015
Hotel Henry Breathes New Life into Richardson Olmsted Complex
Step Out Buffalo – December 2015
Unwrap Henry
Buffalo Rising – November 2015
A Buffalo Case Study: Can Architecture Bring a City Back
Curbed – August 2015
Hotel Henry marries Buffalo’s past and future
Buffalo Business First – December 2014
“Hotel Henry” makes progress at Richardson Complex
WNLO Buffalo – December 2014
The Richardson Olmsted Complex is Being Reborn
Architect Magazine – October 2014