
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Best for guests who want 24-hour casino gaming plus easy walking access to Niagara Falls and a large on-site spa.
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Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is a 26-story, falls-adjacent resort with an on-site casino, multiple restaurants, a spa, and an indoor heated pool — good for travelers who want gaming and easy access to Niagara Falls. Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER is a branded downtown Buffalo hotel on the Canalside/KeyBank Center waterfront — suited to arena-goers, waterfront walks, and travelers who prefer a city-center base.
Updated · about 20 miles (≈32 km) apart

Best for guests who want 24-hour casino gaming plus easy walking access to Niagara Falls and a large on-site spa.

Best for visitors attending events at KeyBank Center or wanting a walkable, waterfront downtown Buffalo location with Marriott service.
When Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino wins: choose Seneca Niagara if your trip centers on Niagara Falls, you want on-site 24-hour gaming, multiple dining options without leaving the property, or a resort spa and indoor pool. It’s also the larger property for conferences and big events.
When Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER wins: pick the Marriott if you need downtown convenience — steps from KeyBank Center, Canalside and Naval & Military Park — or if you prefer a branded hotel experience and easy access to Buffalo nightlife and waterfront attractions.
Bottom line: both hotels can anchor a Western New York trip. Seneca Niagara focuses on falls-adjacent attractions, gaming, and resort amenities; Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER is the practical downtown choice for arena events and waterfront access.
| Category | Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino | Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-casino with entertainment, nightlife, and busy casino areas | Branded downtown hotel integrated with arena/waterfront activity |
| Location | On the U.S. side of Niagara Falls, a short walk to Niagara Falls State Park and Old Falls Street | Downtown Buffalo at 95 Main St, steps from KeyBank Center and Canalside |
| Size | 604 rooms across a 26‑story hotel tower | 205 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Room types (representative) | Deluxe Room; View Room; Corner Suite, Jetted Tub; Deluxe Room, Smoking | Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View; many accessible options |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool with whirlpool and patio; adults-only hours available | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | About 10 on-site venues including The Western Door Steakhouse, la Cascata, Koi, Full.Plate Eatery, lounges and casino bars | Panorama on Seven restaurant plus snack bar/deli and 1 bar/lounge; room service available |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Seneca (3rd floor) with 30+ spa services, locker rooms, sauna, steam room, whirlpool; Half Day pass available | Not published |
| Gaming/casino | 24-hour casino floor with table games, slots and multiple casino bars (21+ to gamble) | No on-site casino reported |
| Meetings & events | Extensive meeting space including a 24,443 sq ft Events Center and multiple ballrooms — large-capacity conference and wedding venue | Banquet hall and meeting rooms; suitable for downtown meetings and event tie-ins with KeyBank Center |
| Access to attractions | Within walking distance of falls attractions, Maid of the Mist, Old Falls Street; close to border crossings and Canadian-side sights | Steps from Canalside, Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park and KeyBank Center; downtown walkability |
Seneca Niagara sits on Fourth Street a short walk from Niagara Falls State Park and Old Falls Street.
Choose Seneca Niagara to be literally near the falls and related tourist attractions.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER is in the arena/waterfront district at 95 Main St, next to KeyBank Center and Canalside.
Pick the Marriott for downtown convenience, arena access and waterfront strolls.
Seneca Niagara offers 604 rooms and suites in a 26-story tower with pillow-top beds and complimentary high-speed WiFi.
Seneca Niagara is the larger property with a mix of standard rooms and suites geared to resort stays.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER has 205 guestrooms with multiple accessible room configurations and lake/view options.
The Marriott offers a compact, accessible room set tailored to downtown travelers and event attendees.
Seneca Niagara includes about 10 dining venues covering steakhouse, Italian, Asian, buffet, cafés and casino bars.
Seneca Niagara is self-contained for dining and nightlife — useful if you plan to stay on property.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER features Panorama on Seven and a snack bar/deli; its location feeds into many nearby downtown restaurants.
Marriott gives a reliable on-site dining option and quick access to Buffalo’s broader food scene.
Seneca Niagara’s signature amenity is its resort-focus combined with a casino and an indoor heated pool.
Seneca Niagara pairs resort pool hours with a full spa and casino-entertainment package.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER’s main draw is its location on the Canalside/KeyBank Center waterfront rather than an on-site pool.
Choose the Marriott for waterfront/arena access; pool details are not published.
Seneca Niagara combines a full-service spa with late-night casino bars and a nightclub atmosphere.
Seneca Niagara is stronger for on-site spa treatments and late-night casino entertainment.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER connects guests directly to downtown nightlife and arena events.
Marriott is the practical downtown base for Buffalo nightlife and event nights outside the hotel.

Seneca Niagara — 24-hour casino, multiple casino bars and a nightclub make it the pick for gaming and late-night fun.

Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER — steps from KeyBank Center and Canalside for concerts, games and waterfront strolls.

Seneca Niagara — The Spa at Seneca with 30+ services, locker rooms, sauna and a Half Day pass.

Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER — Marriott standards, lake-view room options and convenient downtown location.
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino is within easy walking distance of Niagara Falls State Park; Buffalo Marriott is about a 20‑mile drive from the falls.
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino has a 24-hour casino; Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER does not list any on-site gaming.
Seneca Niagara welcomes guests of all ages (casino areas are 21+). Buffalo Marriott is not adults-only and lists family-accessible rooms and suites.
Seneca Niagara publishes a full-service spa (The Spa at Seneca). The Marriott listing does not publish an on-site spa.
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