What's it like in Downtown Rochester?

Downtown Rochester is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its live music, theatre scene and museums. Make sure that you visit Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River as part of your Downtown Rochester travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Rochester?

Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Regency Rochester is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Rochester. This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Strong, and it offers 2 restaurants and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown and The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Rochester area?

Expedia has 139 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Rochester to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rochester area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Rochester, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Downtown Rochester.

What is there to do in this Rochester neighbourhood?

You can check out a show at Rochester Auditorium Theater, Main Street Armory and Geva Theatre Center while you're in Downtown Rochester. Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Rochester include Rochester Riverside Convention Center, Mary Jemison Landing and Strong. While you're out sightseeing, The Penthouse at One East Avenue and Manhattan Square Park and Ice Rink are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rochester.

How can I get around Downtown Rochester and the greater Rochester area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Rochester Station.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

Downtown Rochester

Steven

HK$1,459 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown

Downtown Rochester

Jennifer

HK$1,601 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor area with a wooden floor, glass doors leading to a space with chairs and potted plants.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY

Downtown Rochester

Almira

HK$1,274 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape.

4. The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton

Downtown Rochester

Michelle

HK$1,752 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A grand living room with ornate furniture, a large chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

5. Inn on Broadway

Downtown Rochester

MANOEL JEREMIAS

HK$1,540 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

6. Hyatt Regency Rochester

Downtown Rochester

Jomil

HK$1,386 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A staircase with a framed certificate on the wall, a small table with a sign, and a painting on the lower wall.

7. School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios

Downtown Rochester

Nena

HK$1,147 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern dining area with a brick wall, wooden ceiling, and a variety of breakfast items on display.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center

Strong, 3.5 km from Downtown Rochester

Kyle

HK$1,596 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Staybridge hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Staybridge Suites Rochester University by IHG

19th Ward, 3.4 km from Downtown Rochester

Keith James

HK$1,359 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs, a fire pit, and a colorful striped sofa.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Greece Rochester

6.8 km from Downtown Rochester

Christopher

HK$1,165 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, and a patterned carpet.

11. Fairfield Inn Marriott Rochester Airport

5.1 km from Downtown Rochester

Elvin

HK$1,254 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, string lights, and brick pillars.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY

Brighton, 7 km from Downtown Rochester

Linda

HK$1,132 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a glass ceiling, and potted plants.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton

Brighton, 5.3 km from Downtown Rochester

Stella

HK$1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

14. Dartmouth House Inn

Park Avenue Historic District, 2.2 km from Downtown Rochester

Marco

HK$1,600 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern interior with a blue sofa, wooden tables, and patterned chairs.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta

7.6 km from Downtown Rochester

Douglas

HK$1,165 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a view of the building's interior.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Rochester Henrietta

7.5 km from Downtown Rochester

Larissa

HK$1,554 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with a barbecue area, seating, and a covered section.

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Greece, NY

7.9 km from Downtown Rochester

Carl

HK$1,078 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a patterned wall.

18. Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG

Brighton, 5.2 km from Downtown Rochester

Oliya

HK$1,090 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned wall.

19. Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport

5.2 km from Downtown Rochester

Andrew

HK$885 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

20. Hampton Inn Rochester Penfield

10.5 km from Downtown Rochester

Joseph

HK$1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Rochester

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 720 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 341 reviews	View
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 613 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 946 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Rochester

Find the best Downtown Rochester areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Brighton

You'll enjoy the museums and art galleries in Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park or Tim Hortons Iceplex.

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Irondequoit

While visiting Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seabreeze Amusement Park and Lake Ontario.

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Rochester Central Business District

While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.

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East Avenue

Unique features of East Avenue include the museums and restaurants. Make a stop by Park Avenue or George Eastman Museum while you're exploring the area.

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Highland Park

If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Highland Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Rochester Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

10/10 Excellent

"It was convenient"

Hyatt Regency Rochester

8/10 Good

"This hotel is very clean and staff are very nice. My one complaint is the noise from room to room. The past 2 times I have stayed here, I could hear the people in the room next to me very clearly. Sound travels right through the adjoining doors. It would be helpful to have some sound proofing in between those doors. Other than that, it is a nice stay!"

Studio 6 Extended Stay Rochester Greece NY

10/10 Excellent

"The staff works very hard to maintain the property and take care of those staying there. They're the right kind of courteous, and also wants to make sure they take care of your needs. The design if where the outlets are in the room could be slighly better. The best space to use your computer is under the microwave in the kitchenette apace because that's where the available socket is. Other than that, I'll come back to stay at this affordable place again."

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

2. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown

3. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY

4. The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton

5. Inn on Broadway

6. Hyatt Regency Rochester

7. School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios

8. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center

9. Staybridge Suites Rochester University by IHG

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Greece Rochester

11. Fairfield Inn Marriott Rochester Airport

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY

13. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton

14. Dartmouth House Inn

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Rochester Henrietta

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Greece, NY

18. Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG

19. Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport

20. Hampton Inn Rochester Penfield

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Where to stay in Downtown Rochester

Brighton

Irondequoit

Rochester Central Business District

East Avenue

Highland Park

Top Downtown Rochester Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

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