Facility Overview
Towne Park Parking at 4325 Genesee Street provides airport travelers, regional commuters, and visitors to Cheektowaga and Greater Buffalo with a dependable, open-air surface parking solution situated directly opposite Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). Functioning in partnership with the on-site hospitality property (the Comfort Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport, formerly Days Hotel BUF), this spacious asphalt lot features wide driving aisles, well-delineated standard stalls, and an accessible layout designed to minimize ground transit stress. Because it is an open-air surface lot without an overhead deck or height-limiting parking gates, the facility offers unlimited vertical clearance, making entry simple and stress-free for standard passenger cars, station wagons, crossovers, and standard SUVs. Drivers operating oversized dual-wheel trucks, lifted off-road vehicles, or commercial high-roof vans should note that airport lot allocations are tailored primarily to standard passenger vehicles, and parking passes should be confirmed prior to check-in.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Strategically positioned on the southern edge of Genesee Street, the parking lot offers quick access to the main passenger terminal of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, situated under 1 mile away. Beyond its premier utility as an airport park-and-fly facility, the lot sits within short driving distance of Western New York’s top retail, commercial, and entertainment districts. The Walden Galleria—the region’s premier two-story shopping, dining, and entertainment complex featuring over 200 stores, Regal Cinemas, and RPM Raceway—is located just 4.5 miles to the southwest. Golf enthusiasts can reach the championship fairways of Diamond Hawk Golf Course within a 3-minute drive (1 mile east). Business travelers are within minutes of the Sonwil Industrial Park, Calspan Business Park, and numerous corporate offices lining Holtz Drive and Wehrle Drive. In addition, downtown Buffalo destinations—including KeyBank Center, Canalside, the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, and Shea’s Performing Arts Center—are only 15 minutes away to the west, while world-famous Niagara Falls State Park and the Canadian border crossings are easily reachable within a 25-to-30-minute drive.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Arriving and departing is straightforward thanks to its direct ingress and egress points along Genesee Street (New York State Route 33). The property is positioned mere seconds from the convergence of NY-33, the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90, Exit 51E/51W), and Interstate 290 (Youngmann Memorial Highway), allowing travelers arriving from Rochester, Syracuse, the Southtowns, or Southern Ontario to bypass urban surface gridlock entirely. For travelers heading into the city without their vehicle, public transit options are conveniently located directly on the corridor; the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA-Metro) operates Route 24 (Genesee) and express airport lines at the curbside stop adjacent to the lot. Furthermore, park-and-fly customers benefit from continuous on-demand airport shuttle service running directly between the property and the BUF departure and arrival curbs.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Convenient open-air surface parking with unlimited vertical clearance for standard passenger vehicles.
- 24/7 on-demand airport shuttle transportation connecting the lot directly to BUF terminal gates.
- Well-illuminated parking bays equipped with exterior perimeter fencing and 24-hour security video monitoring.
- Designated ADA accessible parking stalls located conveniently close to the front entrance and check-in lobby.
- Smooth digital ticketing and prepaid validation support through major apps including ParkWhiz, SpotHero, and ParkMobile.
- On-site hospitality lobby providing warm, staffed assistance, rest areas, and flight check conveniences prior to boarding the shuttle.
Ideal For
- BUF Air Travelers: Vacationers and corporate flyers searching for a reliable, cost-effective alternative to costly terminal garages.
- Long-Term Travelers & Snowbirds: Drivers seeking safe, prolonged multi-day or multi-week vehicle storage while traveling outside Western New York.
- Park-and-Ride Commuters: Commuters catching early NFTA-Metro transit links into downtown Buffalo or the medical corridor.
- Business Visitors: Corporate professionals attending conferences or supplier visits in the Cheektowaga, Williamsville, or Amherst airport business parks.
Visitor & Driver Tips
When arriving at 4325 Genesee Street, look for the Comfort Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport entrance signs along the south side of Genesee Street. If you have pre-booked through a parking platform such as ParkWhiz or SpotHero, enter the main lobby with your digital confirmation QR code or printed parking pass so that the front desk agent can log your license plate and direct you to the dedicated airport parking section. It is recommended to arrive at least 20 to 30 minutes earlier than your desired terminal check-in window to account for parking, luggage transfer, and the short shuttle ride across the road. During winter storm events typical of Buffalo, ensure your vehicle is parked strictly between marked stall lines to allow plowing crews to keep travel lanes clear, and take a photo of your parking row number to simplify vehicle retrieval upon your return.