Find Excitement at Fort Erie Racetrack

Fallsview Plaza Hotel - Niagara Falls, Canada

The Fallsview Plaza Hotel

Within walking distance (less than a mile) to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and the attractions at the Clifton Hill Complex, the newly designed Fallsview Plaza Hotel offers both luxury and exceptional service. 

There is nothing more exciting than watching horses that are born to run racing around a track to the finish line. At Fort Erie Race Track in Ontario, Canada you will find and get caught up in that excitement.

Fort Erie Racetrack

Only twenty minutes from Niagara Falls, you can enjoy the scenery of the Falls and then travel a short distance to Fort Erie for a day of racing, one of the many activities that can be found at the track. May 1st marks the 107th anniversary of the beginning of Fort Erie Race Track, widely regarded as one of North America's most picturesque racetracks. With such famous names as Northern Dancer who began an impressive career in 1963 at Fort Erie Race Track, Dance Smartly, Puss N Boots, and Benburb. Even though the racing season runs from May 1st to September 6th you will find that they are open year round to accommodate the slots that were opened on September 11, 1999.

When racing is not going on you can have some casino fun with 75,000 square feet of carousel themed gaming area holding 1,200 slot machines. The slots are open 24 hours, seven days a week, year-round. Join others in the Winners Circle and share in cash rewards, complimentary food events, and promotional prizes. When you need a break from the fun, Eddie's Bar is right next to the gaming area, for a relaxing break or a quick drink before getting back to the action.

Fort Erie Racetrack Dining

There are several restaurants at Fort Erie Race Track. The Carousel Restaurant is a beautiful sit-down-style restaurant featuring a Roadhouse Menu and opens everyday at 9:00 a.m. The Carousel serves everything from breakfast to dinner and is located in the center of the slot floor. The Turfside Restaurant overlooks the finish line and offers an ? la carte menu. The Prince of Wales Room is the premier dining facility that can accommodate groups of up to 300 people. You will see a fabulous view of the manicured grounds of the oval at Fort Erie. They offer a Grand Buffet every race day and can be booked for a private function.

Hotels Near Fort Erie Racetrack

Since you are only 20 minutes away from Niagara Falls, finding a place to stay will be easy. Renaissance Fallsview gives you views of both the Canadian and American Falls and offers you an upscale stay in Niagara. See a rainbow everyday at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel and Conference Center. Here you will have unobstructed views of the Falls and the kids will love the indoor pool. The four-star Oakes Hotel is another fine choice and is the closest hotel to the Falls. The Quality Hotel and Suites is located within walking distance to the Falls, with a video arcade and indoor kid's playground with botanical gardens connected to the hotel. Your visit here will only add to the pleasure of your vacation with a wonderful indoor pool for swimming year round.

When you visit Niagara Falls to enjoy all of the beauty, venture out just a little further and check out Fort Erie Race Track for an exciting race or to enjoy the slots that they have been added for your enjoyment. The area around the track and the track itself will overwhelm you with its beauty and you will be glad you stopped in.