It sits right next to Niagara State Park, making for short walks to the river and Maid of the Mist operations. The area around it is a bit run down but that is true for all of Niagara Falls NY, unless one goes a couple of miles to the Seneca Indian hotels and casino. But then one would have to drive to the State Park to see the falls, fireworks, etc. Beds were comfortable, rooms quite compact, and baths quite small. I'm 5'11" and about 185 lbs. anyone larger than me would have a tough time in the bathroom/shower.