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 138 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.

Downtown Rochester hotels, Rochester, United States of America: Rochester Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Downtown Rochester hotels

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a sofa, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

Downtown Rochester

Diann

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

2. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY

Downtown Rochester

Cheryl

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

3. Hyatt Regency Rochester

Downtown Rochester

Angel

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

4. Inn on Broadway

Downtown Rochester

MANOEL JEREMIAS

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown

Downtown Rochester

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

6. School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios

Downtown Rochester

Nena

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

Downtown Rochester

jeremy

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

8. Staybridge Suites Rochester University by IHG

19th Ward, 3.4 km from Downtown Rochester

Amber

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

9. Dartmouth House Inn

Park Avenue Historic District, 2.2 km from Downtown Rochester

ROBERT

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

10. Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area

Brighton, 5.5 km from Downtown Rochester

Selena

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

11. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center

Strong, 3.5 km from Downtown Rochester

Martin

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

12. Fairfield Inn Marriott Rochester Airport

5.1 km from Downtown Rochester

Elvin

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

13. Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport

5.2 km from Downtown Rochester

Karen

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

Brighton, 7 km from Downtown Rochester

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

15. Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG

Brighton, 5.2 km from Downtown Rochester

Niko

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

16. Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton

Brighton, 5.3 km from Downtown Rochester

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a dining area.

17. Hotel on Monroe, BW Signature Collection

Brighton, 5.7 km from Downtown Rochester

Stan

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta

7.6 km from Downtown Rochester

Susan

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A reception area with a fruit bowl, a beverage dispenser, and a green-lit partition.

19. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Rochester - Marketplace by IHG

7.4 km from Downtown Rochester

Abadir

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with a white backsplash, a microwave, and a fruit bowl. There is a dining area with wicker chairs and a table.

20. Oakfield Hotel & Suites, Ascend Collection, Rochester-Pittsford NY

Brighton, 6.6 km from Downtown Rochester

Shannon

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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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 740 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 345 reviews	View
Inn on Broadway	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 996 reviews	View
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 629 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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A cityscape with a river, bridges, and a waterfall.

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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A stone sign with 'Lamberton Conservatory' engraved on it, surrounded by a garden with marigolds.

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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East Irondequoit

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

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Top Downtown Rochester Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Rochester

8/10 Good

"Room surfaces were small. Ice was inconveniently located. The fitness room equipment was poor. Parking was convenient. Staff was helpful. Overall a mixed bag."