In the other thread and elsewhere that I asked people say to drive the extra distance and go to the Canadian side of the falls.
Where should I stay, gonna leave just before noon, it's only a 4 hour drive, and stay just the one night night.
Probably get killed on the price since it's a holiday, but whatever.
What is your budget? There is a few really close by. For budget wise here is the link for Best Western.
Right across the street.
Closest but you will be paying a bit. I would try some of them on Stanley avenue.
If I were you and you don't care about driving a bit. I would try some of the hotels here. They may be a little bit of a drive, but really in Niagara Falls it is not a big deal.
Hotels.
If you want the most convient then just stay in the Fallsview Hotel itself and then just see if you can get your room comped. If you find a good pit boss and tell them you are from PA, they will see what they can do for you.
As well just as an FYI there are two casinos in Niagara. The Fallsview, which is the new one and the older casino on which is Casino Niagara. Both pretty good, but there will be more tables at the newer one which is Called Fallsview Casino. So make sure you go to the right one. The new one will be busier as well.
Have a great time, Have to head out to Montreal today or else I'd join you.