Amherst - New York - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Positioned on the northern boundary of Erie County in the state of New York, Amherst was settled in 1799 by Benjamin Ellicott and John Thompson upon their purchase of 300 acres of land from the Holland Company. Those who want to explore the social, cultural and technological history of the town should visit the Amherst Museum. This 35 acre municipal museum showcases many 18th and 19th century artifacts together with restored architecture and aviation exhibits making it a must-see for both tourists and residents.

Amherst has many entertaining leisure organizations for both youths and adults such as the Amherst Girls Softball League, the Boy Scouts of America, the Swimkins Synchronized Swimming Association, and the Welcome Wagon Club of Amherst as well as the Amherst Audubon Golf Course.

The education system of Amherst is magnificent as the town not only has quite a few grade schools but also a large number of post-secondary institutions in and around the town. In harmony with the outstanding educational opportunities is the Public Library System in the area, which offers something for virtually everyone's reading enjoyment.  

Of all the stunning places to stay in and around Amherst, one of the finest is perhaps the Holiday Inn Amherst Hotel. It is located close to the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport and Amherst Business parks and has basically everything one could desire at their disposal. A heated indoor pool, a fitness room, a Jacuzzi, and a fantastic full service restaurant all within the confines of the hotel, not to mention shopping, golf, fine cuisine, and nightlife nearby.