Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotels
There’s something rather magical about checking into a hotel room and discovering that the view is almost as impressive as the room itself. Although, when that view happens to be Niagara Falls, the word ‘impressive’ feels like a rather inadequate description.
During my stay at the Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview, I had the pleasure of checking into the Junior Presidential Premium Fallsview Suite, a rather wonderful 370-square-foot retreat with a plush king bed, additional living space and, most importantly, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the spectacular Canadian Horseshoe Falls and American Falls.
From the moment I stepped inside, I was taken with the space. The suite has a lovely contemporary feel, with plenty of room to relax and unwind after exploring the surrounding attractions. There’s a separate living area, a workspace for anyone feeling particularly industrious (I can’t promise I made much use of that!), and all the little touches that make a hotel stay feel special.
The king bed looked wonderfully inviting, while the air-jetted bathtub was particularly tempting after a day spent taking in the sights. There’s something rather indulgent about knowing you can return to your own little sanctuary, enjoy a relaxing soak and let the world outside carry on without you. A Nespresso coffee maker was also on hand, which is always a welcome companion when morning arrives a little too enthusiastically.
But, of course, the real star of the suite was the view.
Those enormous windows really do make the most of the location. The Canadian Horseshoe Falls and American Falls create a breathtaking panorama, with the water constantly moving, the mist rising and the landscape changing with the light. It’s the sort of scenery that makes you stop whatever you’re doing and wander back towards the window for another look.
Views of The Canadian and American Falls
I found myself watching the Falls at different times of the day, fascinated by the changing atmosphere. There’s something quite hypnotic about the sheer force of the water, and even when you’ve admired it countless times, it somehow manages to draw you back in.
It was a lovely feeling having such an extraordinary natural spectacle right there, without even needing to venture outside.
Of course, I did have one small creative dilemma.
I was rather keen to capture the perfect photograph of the Falls from the suite, and after experimenting with a few angles, I began to wonder whether I could get an even better perspective.
Now, some people might simply adjust the curtains or move a chair. I, apparently, had other ideas.
The solution?
Move the mattress.
Yes, the mattress.
It seemed such a shame to admire that incredible panorama from a distance when I could potentially bring the experience a little closer. So, in the spirit of photographic creativity, I decided the bed needed a new address – preferably somewhere with an uninterrupted view of one of the world’s most famous waterfalls.
I’m not sure this is quite what the hotel designers had in mind when arranging the suite, but sometimes a little creative rearrangement is necessary in the pursuit of a good photograph.
There is, after all, something rather wonderful about being able to enjoy such a magnificent natural spectacle without even having to leave the comfort of your bed. I suspect the phrase ‘room with a view’ was never intended to be taken quite so literally!
The Junior Presidential Premium Fallsview Suite was a beautiful place to stay, offering a lovely combination of comfort, space and those extraordinary Falls views. Whether enjoying a quiet moment, taking in the scenery with a morning coffee or simply watching the changing light over the water, it was a rather special place to retreat to.
And as for the mattress? Well, let’s just say it had a rather privileged position for a while.
Some hotel guests rearrange the cushions. I simply felt the waterfall deserved a front-row seat in my photographs.
After all, when Niagara Falls is putting on a performance like that, it seems only fair to give it the best seat in the house.
Or, in my case, the best bed!