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I paid $1,000 to sleep in a hotel room facing Niagara Falls for 2 nights. It was totally worth it.

I paid $1,000 to sleep in a hotel room facing Niagara Falls for 2 nights. It was totally worth it.
The reporter went to Niagara Falls, Ontario, and booked two nights at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI spent two nights at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls.Upgraded guest rooms with views of the falls come with floor-to-ceiling windows.For $500 a night, I had some of the best views of Niagara Falls of my entire trip — right from bed.I'll never forget stepping into Canada. In August 2022, I walked over the Rainbow Bridge, stopping briefly in the middle to watch and listen to the roaring Niagara Falls on my left.Just 10 minutes later, I was standing in front of the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel, stoked to see the epic force of nature flow from my bedroom for the next two nights.For $500 a night, I had prime views of the falls from the moment I woke up to the second I fell asleep. It was definitely worth the price.The Sheraton Fallsview is a popular hotel that faces Niagara Falls on the Canadian side, making it an exceptional place to stay if you want to enjoy front-row views at every turn.A view of the Sheraton Fallsview hotel from the middle of the Rainbow Bridge.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderAccording to Tripadvisor, Niagara Falls, Ontario, has more than 200 hotels ranging from one to four stars.The Sheraton Fallsview, part of the Marriott Bonvoy hotel collection, is a four-star hotel. Rooms range from an interior view starting at $150 to guest rooms and suites with views of the falls, which cost between about $190 and $425, according to a recent search for bookings a month in advance. My room was more expensive since I visited in the summer during the high tourism season.I chose the Sheraton Fallsview because of its reputation as the best hotel for prime views of all three falls.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderSince my entire trip was about seeing Niagara Falls, I decided to upgrade to a premium 258-square-foot Fallsview room with a direct view for my two-night stay. From my room, I saw the American Falls on the left, Bridal Veil Falls in the middle, and Horseshoe Falls, the U-shaped falls on the right.The lobby was similar to other hotels I've been in. There was plenty of seating for guests waiting to check in or out.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderAlthough I didn't get a chance to use them, the hotel had some great amenities, such as a spa, gym, and rooftop pool.My room came with floor-to-ceiling windows and a door — though there was no actual balcony to go out on. It just offered a better glimpse of Niagara Falls.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderWhen I opened the door, I could hear the water crashing down.It was relaxing to watch the falls from my comfortable queen-sized bed.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderThere were nightstands with lamps on either side of the bed. Between the bed and the window was a sitting area with a couch, chair, and coffee table.Each morning, I hopped out of bed and opened the door to get ready to the sounds of the falls. I thought it was a peaceful way to start the day.To the left of the main room, the bathroom had a rainfall shower head.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderThe bathroom also had a lit vanity and a second shower head.After the sun went down, I enjoyed spectacular views that I didn't expect.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderAt night, the Niagara Falls Illumination board projected color-changing lights onto the water from the Illumination Tower and the Table Rock Centre rooftop, according to Niagara Parks. At 10 p.m., the lights were coupled with a fireworks display.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderThe fireworks show runs every night at 10 p.m. from late May to early October, according to Niagara Falls Live.Seeing the fireworks show from my bed was a happy surprise, and I thought it made the nightly $500 price worth it. I would book it again, as long as it's fireworks season. If not, I'd try another hotel with a different view of the falls.Read the original article on Business Insider

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