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Planning my trip to Niagara Falls, I researched a lot of hotels! I wanted a hotel with gorgeous views of the Niagara Falls that was still affordable. I booked a Fallsview Room at the Sheraton on the Falls in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Why the Canadian side? Well, the falls are on the US side, so you really need to be across the river in order to get beautiful views of them from your hotel. At least that was my thought. Sure enough, check out this view! Plus it was a block away from the Hornblower Boat ride and within the same block (across the street) from the Clifton Hill area with the Sky Wheel!
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Checking In
The hotel was easy to find once I crossed over into Canada over the Rainbow Bridge. You can pull right into the parking lot while you go to registration. Check in was made easier by the large number of front desk personnel. Because I’m an SPG rewards member, my room was upgraded to the concierge level, I received higher speed internet, and I was upgraded on the parking too! Self-park costs $35 and valet parking costs $55. Because of my SPG membership, I received valet parking for only $35! This turned into a bonus when I had to ask them to go get my car because I had left my poncho in it! Oops!
I found the lobby a bit busy. There were lots of groups congregating in the seating area. A Starbucks can fill your caffeine needs. A bar, a quick bite bar, and a souvenir store rounded out the main lobby area. The upper lobby area leads to the Rainforest Cafe, an exit near Niagara Brewing and an arcade area. If you have kids, this is the place to stay!
PRO TIP: Always join the rewards club for the hotel chain of your stay. You’ll get lots of little upgrades, sometimes even a room category upgrade!
The Room
Room 557 had a fabulous view of the falls! The room was spacious with two queen size beds and a small seating area. I wrote this post while seating on the couch with the fireplace on! If you prefer a desk, that is also available. The bedding was also really cozy with large pillows! Perfect for dreaming the night away!
The bathroom was modern with granite counter tops and tile flooring. I love fluffy white towels! And yes, that is a tv in there in case you need to catch up with your morning news (or your favorite reality tv show, I’m not judging!).
The view is complemented by the floor to ceiling windows. The middle panel opens up and there is a Juliette balcony. This is where I hoped to watch the fireworks at night! If it had been warmer, I might have been tempted to sleep with it open to hear the roar of the falls (although there were some traffic sounds too!). And did I mention that there was a fireplace? I hoped to watch the fireworks from the comfort of my room! Unfortunately, they were cancelled that night because of a storm.
The only thing missing from the room was a safe. No worries, the front desk led me to a room with personal safes to which I had access 24/7. Even my regular size laptop fit in it.
PRO TIP: Request a view with an even number (at least on the 5th floor) so that the beds face directly in the direction of the falls!
The Facilities
Although located in a tourist area, the Sheraton on the Falls is a full service hotel. There is a gym (although I walked a ton!). The indoor pool on the 14th floor features the best views I’ve seen in a long time for an inside pool!
Grab a drink at one of the several bars. The lobby bar was fairly laid back. The Fallsview Restaurant had a bar and though it had tvs (if you want to watch a game), it didn’t have views. I ended up just getting a table at the Fallsview Restaurant and enjoying a glass of the local ice wine, Inniskillin from Niagara Estate.
The hotel offers several dining options. The Fallsview Restaurant offers all-you-can-eat buffet for every meal. Dinner cost $39.95. While I didn’t try it, the table next to me complimented the food and choices. If you want something a-la-carte, then Massimo may be a better option. Warning though, the Fallsview Restaurant offers better views because it is located closer to the side of the hotel with the falls!
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Sheraton on the Falls. In case you’re wondering, this is not a sponsored post. I don’t tell hotels that I’m a travel blogger – I want the same experience as everyone else and don’t want to be swayed one way or the other. I paid for my own room. And while this was a splurge for me, I would do it again in a heartbeat. Don’t hesitate to stay at the Sheraton on the Falls if you’re visiting Niagara Falls!
Happy travels!
Annick, The Common Traveler
Raised as a third culture kid living in South America and Europe, Annick caught the travel bug early. As an empty-nester, Annick enjoys sharing her tips for traveling for those with champagne taste and beer budgets.
Wow! The view is enough reason for me to stay in this hotel. It is just beautiful. Thank you for the tip. We will definitely try to book that room too.
It was fabulous! Even better with fireworks.
Oh wow, what a jaw-dropping view?! We’ve been wanting to visit this amazing Niagara Falls. Staying at Sheraton Hotel will be a perfect place for us to enjoy our vacation and experience the falls at the same time.
We guess this hotel would be a perfect stay to enjoy the beauty of this gorgeous falls and at the same time have a relaxing stay. Watching fireworks from the room balcony would be like a dream. Room looks quite spacious and cozy with beautifully done interiors…
Whoa!!!! A room with Niagara view… That’s impeccable. Its unbelievable.
An indoor pool with Niagarw view and a restaurant with falls view too????
There is no question of choosing another hotel…
OMG this is such a gorgeous view! And you enjoyed a pool overlooking the city! When is the best time to stay at Sheraton?
Oh my gosh! What a gorgeous view! I like it you gave readers a tip on what room number to book, even only for the 5th floor. The hotel looks nice and a favorite for many travelers. Good reviews on the hotel with all the facilities they provided for guests. Thank you for sharing!
I can’t believe you had that incredible view from your bedroom! What an amazing spot. I would spend all day and night just staring out from the balcony to those impressive falls. I’ve never been there though – but definitely one day. I’d absolutely stay at the Sheraton – it looks like a perfect location. I didn’t know the Canadian side got you better views…I’m taking note! I think the thundering roar of the falls would be the most amazing soundscape to wake up to. I’m big on natural sounds – they create such atmosphere for me. It’s easy as a traveller to forget to listen with intent to the places we visit.
I must say you couldn’t find a better location then this lovely Sheraton property around the falls. With outstanding views of the night Niagra falls you couldn’t ask for more. The hotel looks modern and facilities are top class as well. Thanks for sharing a great accommodation .
Great hotel review, really love the amazing view from your room, and especially your pro tip to ask for an even-numbered room on the 5th floor to benefit from the view from the beds too! Love that! the hotel looks like a great balance of affordable and really comfortable, with some nice facilities too.
Smart choice to choose to visit the Canadian side of the border to get a better view of the falls! How fabulous it was you got a room overlooking it and that was a great tip about getting an even numbered room to face this majestic natural icon. This hotel does look extremely comfortable and using the safe elsewhere is not really that much of an issue. I definitely wouldn’t mind staying there to see Niagara Falls one day.