Cheap Niagara Falls Hotels

The world famous Niagara Falls attracts approximately 20 million each year, with peak numbers in the summer months. The Falls are both a daytime and evening attraction, with different times of the day offering a unique experience.

Niagara Falls

For first time travelers to the Falls, you will have to decide whether you want to stay on the American side or the Canadian side as Niagara Falls borders the states of New York and Ontario. Niagara Falls is separated into 2 major sections: Horseshoe Falls (Majority on the Canadian side) and American Falls (On the American side). Viewpoints on the American shore generally are astride or behind the falls. The falls face directly toward the Canadian shore. Thus, the most complete views of Niagara Falls are from the Canadian side of the river.

From the Canadian side, there are floodlights illuminating both sides of the Falls for a few hours after dark till midnight. Probably the most well-known tourist attraction at the Falls is the “Maid in the Mist” boat cruise that brings people into the whirlpools beneath the Falls that departs from docks on either side of the Falls. On the American side, you can view the Falls while strolling on walkways along Prospect Point Park, which is also where the above mentioned boat dock is located. Alternatively, Queen Victoria Park on the Canadian side has underground walkways that give tourists the illusion of standing within the cascading waters. All in all, there are many observation points on both sides of the border, which will definitely satisfy. Be it observatories, platforms, boat cruises or even helicopter rides, you will indeed enjoy the magnificent falls from all angles.

Best Time to Visit Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls are spectacular all year round! May to September is when you will likely experience blue skies and rainbows. However, it can get very hot and humid in the summer months from June to August and you might experience afternoon thunderstorms.

During winter, Niagara Falls can be very picturesque and romantic. However, be sure to dress in multiple layers of warm clothing!

Finding Cheap Hotels in Niagara Falls

Embassy Suites Niagara Falls

Finding accommodation around the area while visiting Niagara Falls would never be a problem as there are plenty of hotels and cottages to choose from. For starters, budget travelers will find that the majority of 3-star and below hotels are priced at not more than US$150 per night. A great hotel would be the Falls Plaza Hotel, with great reviews and a wonderful view of the Niagara Falls from most rooms. In addition, many are located very near the actual falls. For those with less of a budget constraint, the 4-star accommodations are excellent, with great reviews e.g Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls, although it is the priciest amongst the 4-star hotels.

Another hotel popular with longer stay tourists is the Days Inn Near The Falls on the Canadian side. The hotel is centrally located, just a short walk from Clifton Hill, the Falls and the casino. It is very clean as it has been recently upgraded. If you are travelling with a big family and need more space check out the Embassy Suites Hotel that have excellent views of the falls and complimentary breakfast. They have rooms enough to accomodate 4 adults and 4 kids.

As with all places popular with tourists, if you need a hotel during the peak season, summer in this instance, it will be good if you reserve rooms at your preferred hotel well in advance. Also, do check out the amenities the hotel has to offer. This will be particularly useful when the weather isn’t so good for sightseeing.