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Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center

500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY, USA, 14202
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Elevate your next meeting or event in the heart of Buffalo’s most electric neighborhood. Aloft Buffalo Downtown Hotel and Event Center, located within the iconic 500 Pearl complex, blends bold design, tech-forward amenities, and a high-energy vibe ideal for today’s creative planners and discerning guests. Steps from the Theatre District and minutes from the KeyBank Center, Canalside, and the jaw-dropping beauty of Niagara Falls, your guests will be immersed in Buffalo’s best—before, during, and after your event. Inside, discover over 18,000 square feet of flexible event space, including a stunning rooftop venue with skyline views, sleek boardrooms, and expansive ballrooms that can be tailored for galas, breakout sessions, weddings, or corporate gatherings. Everything is backed by expert A/V support, curated catering, and a dedicated events team who gets things done. Recharge in vibrant, loft-inspired rooms with plush platform beds, rainfall showers, and private balconies overlooking downtown Buffalo or Lake Erie. Whether guests are streaming with ultra-fast Wi-Fi, grabbing a gourmet coffee at Re:Fuel, or enjoying a signature cocktail at the buzzing W XYZ Bar, Aloft delivers an experience that’s anything but conventional. Looking to host a stylish, stress-free event with maximum impact? Aloft Buffalo Downtown at 500 Pearl checks every box—and then some.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandAloft Hotels
Built2019
Renovated-
Total meeting space20,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms110
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Forbes Travel Guide

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Jun 01 - Oct 31
Shoulder season
Nov 01 - Dec 31Apr 01 - May 31
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
20,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,087 sq. ft.
Space (private)
17,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
8
Second largest room
2,868 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
10,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
3,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Royal conference
T-Shape
422 sq. ft.
30 x 14 sq. ft.
11 ft.
12
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12
-
1,027 sq. ft.
32 x 32 sq. ft.
10 ft.
75
-
64
75
60
24
--
1,861 sq. ft.
53 x 35 sq. ft.
10 ft.
144
-
144
125
120
40
--
1,297 sq. ft.
35 x 31 sq. ft.
12 ft.
90
-
64
-
90
28
--
1,570 sq. ft.
49 x 32 sq. ft.
12 ft.
125
-
96
-
125
36
--
2,868 sq. ft.
63 x 49 sq. ft.
12 ft.
300
-
160
-
300
64
--
3,786 sq. ft.
62 x 61 sq. ft.
27 ft.
500
-
300
400
500
144
--
4,087 sq. ft.
85 x 48 sq. ft.
15 ft.
400
80
264
400
400
150
-
80

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
110
Single (1 bed)
50
Single (1 bed) rate
$159.00 - $209.00
Double (2 beds)
60
Double (2 beds) rate
$159.00 - $209.00
Suites
25
Tax rate
8.75%
Occupancy rate
5%

Location

Getting Here

Getting Here is Easy – Welcome to 500 Pearl & Aloft Buffalo Downtown Planning your visit to 500 Pearl or checking into Aloft Buffalo Downtown? We’re located right in the heart of downtown Buffalo, making it simple for guests to arrive from anywhere—by car, plane, or train. 📍 Address: 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 Attached directly to Aloft Buffalo Downtown 🚗 Driving: Easily accessible from I-190 and Route 33. On-site indoor parking is available in our connected ramp for your convenience. ✈️ Flying In? We’re just 15 minutes from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). Uber, Lyft, and taxis are readily available. 🚆 Arriving by Train? Buffalo’s Amtrak Station is only a 5-minute drive or quick rideshare away. 🅿️ Parking: Guests and visitors can park in our attached ramp—follow signs for 500 Pearl Event Parking or Aloft Hotel Guest Parking. Whether you're attending a conference, planning a wedding, or joining us for a rooftop cocktail, getting here is a breeze. See you soon at 500 Pearl—where Buffalo comes together.
Distance from airport 9.3 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $17.00/day )
Street parking
Bus parking

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Seamlessly connected to the sleek, modern Aloft Buffalo Downtown, 500 Pearl is where historic charm meets contemporary sophistication—creating the ideal backdrop for unforgettable events of every kind. Originally built in 1914 and thoughtfully reimagined, 500 Pearl blends architectural grandeur with modern amenities across over 16,000 square feet of versatile event space. From dramatic grand staircases and crackling fireplaces to skylit venues, balconied theaters, and a two-story ballroom with mezzanine views, every space tells a story—and yours will be the centerpiece. With eight one-of-a-kind venues under one roof and direct access to stylish, loft-inspired guest rooms at Aloft, your attendees enjoy convenience without compromise. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or social celebration, our experienced, creative event team is here to bring your vision to life—seamlessly and memorably. 500 Pearl isn’t just a venue. It’s an experience. Let us help you design an event that’s anything but ordinary.

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Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Aluminum,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does Aloft Buffalo Downtown - Hotel and Conference Center clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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