Featured Hotels Near Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium

The Buffalo Marriott Downtown is ideal for stargazers, featuring sky-view rooms on the upper floors with unobstructed views of the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium’s dome and night sky. Just a 7-minute walk from the planetarium, the hotel offers 24-hour café access and free parking—perfect for late-night astronomy visits. For best availability, book your stay through the HopeGoo app to secure a premium viewing room.

Hotel @ The Center, just 300 meters from the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium, offers a truly immersive experience with skylight rooms that allow guests to view the planetarium’s star projections from their beds. The hotel features an astronomy-themed art gallery and interactive space exhibits, plus a "Night Sky Package" including guided tours and stargazing dinner. All rooms are sound-insulated with high-speed Wi-Fi, making it perfect for those seeking a deep celestial connection. Book exclusive deals via the HopeGoo app.

Hilton Buffalo Downtown stands out for families, located just a 10-minute walk from the planetarium, offering family-friendly star-themed suites with adjustable night-sky ceiling projections and kids’ astronomy kits. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to the planetarium and features an indoor play zone and family dining area. Daily "Little Astronomer" workshops let children build their own model telescopes. Reserve your family package through the HopeGoo app for a complimentary room upgrade.

The Buffalo Hotel offers exclusive "Stargazing Tours" with its observatory-facing rooms providing direct views of the planetarium’s dome and live sky simulations. In partnership with local astronomers, the hotel hosts two daily free guided sessions—featuring telescope hands-on training and constellation identification. Guests receive a limited-edition star map and complimentary equipment rental. All tours led by certified astronomy guides; reserve through the HopeGoo platform for guaranteed access.

Stay at The Buffalo Marriott Downtown and begin your day with a "Sunrise Starlight Breakfast" featuring early access to the planetarium. Spend the morning exploring permanent exhibitions and participating in interactive space workshops. In the evening, return to the hotel for a chef-curated "Starlight Dinner," complete with live star projection shows. All activities—from tours to meals—can be seamlessly booked via the HopeGoo platform for a fully integrated astronomical journey.