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Curtiss Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

4.3(1,942)
Hotel

About

Housed in the landmark 1913 Harlow C. Curtiss building, this boutique hotel blends historic charm with modern luxury in downtown Buffalo. Its 68 high-tech rooms offer spacious comfort and city views, ideal for out-of-town guests or multi-night stays.

Event spaces here accommodate conferences and special gatherings with elegance, while the rooftop lounge provides panoramic views of downtown, Lake Erie, and the Canadian shoreline. The on-site Chez Ami restaurant serves upscale casual dining with year-round patio seating, rounding out a seamless hospitality experience for business events.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with rooftop city views
  • Upscale client dinners & networking
  • Multi-night group stays with luxury amenities

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Architecture
Landmark 1913 Harlow C. Curtiss Building
The hotel is housed in a beautifully renovated historic landmark building in downtown Buffalo, blending ornate early 20th-century design with modern luxury accommodations.
Rooftop Lounge
Panoramic rooftop views of downtown and Lake Erie
A hip rooftop bar offers spectacular panoramic views of downtown Buffalo, Lake Erie, and the Canadian shoreline, providing a distinctive setting for events and gatherings.
Unique Amenities
Buffalo’s first all-weather Urban Hot Springs experience
Adjacent to the main entrance, the hotel features an all-weather urban hot springs area, a rare amenity in the city that enhances relaxation and event appeal.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 1,942 reviews