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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and live music venues.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Still deciding where to stay in Buffalo? This hostel is popular: Hostel Buffalo-Niagara - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Fountain Plaza Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an elevator, and air conditioning. You’ll find showers in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Buffalo are December, February, January, and April, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of snowfall.

Generally, Buffalo is known for its waterfalls, theaters, and live music. Get out into nature with places like Lafayette Square, Niagara Square, and Canalside. Cultural attractions include Lower Lakes Marine Historical Society Museum, CEPA Gallery, and Tralf Music Hall. Locals like to shop at Main Place Mall and Chippewa District.

Keep this information about transit options in Buffalo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF), located 8 mi (12.9 km) away. Another option is Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.), located 15.2 mi (24.4 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. Take advantage of metro transit at Lafayette Square Station, Church Station, and Fountain Plaza Station. Train stations like Buffalo-Exchange Street Station and Buffalo-Depew Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.