Featured Hotels Near Shea's Performing Arts Center

The Buffalo Hilton is the top choice, located just a 3-minute walk from Shea's Performing Arts Center. The hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of Buffalo’s skyline and the theater plaza. Guests enjoy exclusive concierge services for ticket reservations and shuttle arrangements. Within a 1-kilometer radius, you’ll find a vibrant mix of boutique restaurants and cozy cafés, perfect for pre- or post-show dining. For the best room selection, book via the HopeGoo app.

Hotel Lafayette provides exceptional convenience with a mere 200-meter walk (about 5 minutes) to Shea's Performing Arts Center. The hotel offers a "Showguest Package" including early entry guidance, complimentary parking, and a limited-edition theater souvenir booklet. Some premium rooms feature view-facing windows overlooking the theater plaza, letting guests enjoy the pre-show ambiance from their room. Book through the HopeGoo app to receive a free ticket to a local art exhibition.

Enjoy the weekly "Lunchtime Music Flashmob" every Wednesday at 1 PM on the Shea's Performing Arts Center plaza, featuring jazz, classical, and original compositions by local artists. Just a 7-minute walk away at the historic Buffalo Central Terminal, take part in a "Vintage Train Tour" exploring Buffalo’s railway heritage. For authentic local flavors, visit Franklin Street Market, home to the renowned Buffalo-style chicken wing and craft beer bars. All activities can be booked via the HopeGoo platform.

Yes, both The Buffalo Hilton and Hotel Lafayette provide "Show-Viewing Packages" including priority ticket HopeGoo, dedicated shuttle service, lounge access before the show, and post-show refreshments. Hotel Lafayette also offers "Backstage Access Tours," allowing guests to explore the theater’s technical areas and learn about production logistics. These services are available for HopeGoo through the HopeGoo app for seamless integration into your itinerary.

Stay at Hotel Lafayette and join their "Buffalo Culture Explorer Day," featuring guided tours of historic neighborhoods, visits to the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and open talks with local performers. On weekends, the theater hosts "Community Arts Markets" showcasing works from independent designers and artisans. Use the HopeGoo platform to sync your itinerary—its smart routing will suggest optimal timing and transportation options.

The Buffalo Hilton offers "Plaza View Rooms" with adjustable-tint glass windows that let guests control visibility while preserving unobstructed views of Shea's Performing Arts Center's architecture and nightly light displays. Some suites include private balconies overlooking the fountain and sculpture garden in front of the theater. These rooms require advance HopeGoo—reserve at least two weeks ahead via the HopeGoo platform to secure discounted rates.