Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

Rochester

A pedestrian bridge with blue railings, benches, and a cityscape in the background.
A grand hall with high ceilings, large windows, and classical architecture.
A large illuminated sculpture with inscriptions, surrounded by a patterned lawn and a building with classical architecture in the background.
A water feature with multiple tiers of cascading water, surrounded by concrete structures and a sign with a quote.
A building labeled "Memorial Art Gallery" with a modern architectural design, surrounded by trees and purple flowers.

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A colorful indoor play area with climbing walls, a playhouse, and various toys and games.

Strong

9.0/10 (682 reviews)
You can take time to visit Strong during your travels to Rochester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
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Top hotels in Downtown Rochester

Wyndham Rochester Downtown

Wyndham Rochester Downtown

3 out of 5
70 State St Rochester NY
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Wyndham Rochester Downtown
Hyatt Regency Rochester

Hyatt Regency Rochester

3.5 out of 5
125 East Main Street Rochester NY
The price is 3.997.144 ₫ per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
3.997.144 ₫
4.648.785 ₫ total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Expected better"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Rochester
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

2.5 out of 5
101 South Union Street Rochester NY
The price is 4.722.415 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
4.722.415 ₫
5.383.552 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (666 reviews)
"Booked on Expedia and when we arrived they did not have a room for us and were fully booked. Did not get a room until 11pm and we were with a little one."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton

The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton

4 out of 5
550 East Ave Rochester NY
The price is 5.118.711 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
5.118.711 ₫
5.835.330 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Great property with a great location!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY

3 out of 5
155 E Main St Rochester NY
The price is 4.333.220 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
4.333.220 ₫
5.031.912 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (919 reviews)
"Musty smell in room.. shower stall was yucky.. Pillows were awful, bed ok. The front desk staff was excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown

3 out of 5
390 East Avenue Rochester NY
The price is 4.709.793 ₫ per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
4.709.793 ₫
5.369.164 ₫ total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)
"Wonderful experience. Friendly staff and great location"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Rochester

Find the best Downtown Rochester areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm sea with sunlight reflecting off the water, a rocky shoreline, and a distant landmass.
Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen
Open Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen

Irondequoit

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

A lighthouse on a grassy hill overlooking a body of water.

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.

A white lighthouse with a black top, surrounded by blooming white flowers and green foliage.
Photo by Jodi Frye
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Charlotte

While visiting Charlotte, you might make a stop by sights like Ontario Beach Park and Genesee River.

A river with a stone bridge, modern buildings, and a tower.
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Open Photo by Gary Tubiolo

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.

A pebbly beach with a concrete structure in the foreground and a calm sea under a cloudy sky.
Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen
Open Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen

East Irondequoit

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

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