10 Top-Rated Hotels in Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York

July 19, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

From family-friendly activities to professional sports teams, museums and galleries, Rochester has something for everyone. Enjoy the scenic Erie Canal, Genesee River and Lake Ontario. Don't miss the Strong National Museum of Play (America's second-largest children's museum) or the International Museum of Photography. Be sure to sample one of Rochester's famous "white hots," Rochester's version of the hotdog! And don't miss the nearby Finger Lakes region with its wine trails and gorges.
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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY

2835 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14618-4133
Excellent
65%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 316 reviews

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

Located near Interstates 390, 490 and 590, the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY is the perfect place to ease off the road and recharge. In addition to being only minutes from the University of Rochester, our hotel is near three other colleges, including St. John Fisher College. Enjoy access to nearby restaurants, shops and downtown Rochester, as well.

Just ok

Reviewed By Shellington2001

This hotel could have been cleaner, fresher, & more updated. We weren’t sure about the area it was in, but after dinner and Crumbl cookies, we knew it could have been a better part of town. Continental breakfast was a cold one. For the money it was ok

2. Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece

500 Center Place Dr, Rochester, NY 14615-4014 1 (855) 605-0317
Excellent
55%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 820 reviews

Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece

Stay at the Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece hotel for a refreshing and rewarding stay. This convenient hotel in Rochester, NY is located just ten minutes from downtown Rochester, five minutes from Lake Ontario and seven miles from Rochester Airport. Spend the day at a choice of fascinating museums including the Rochester Museum and Science Center, The National Museum of Play, The Strong Museum or the Strasenburgh Planetarium. Entertain the family with a show by the Rochester Broadway Theatre League. Discover the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film, and view a stunning collection of photographs and equipment. Take a tour of New York's vineyards in the Finger Lakes region, only minutes from our Rochester, NY hotel. Relax in a comfortable guest room with all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. Unwind on a clean and fresh Hampton bed®, and stay entertained with a selection of premium channels and free WiFi access.

Double billed for my room and no reply after 3 emails to the manager over 2 weeks

Reviewed By J6999AFjoshuak

While the hotel was decent, I am extremely disappointed that the hotel double billed me and has yet to remedy the problem despite 2 phone calls and 3 emails over the last two weeks. I booked the room through Capital One and paid in advance. I put a Chase credit card on file for incidentals, as there were not going to be any other charges, or so I thought. They charged me again for the room on my chase card unexpectedly. I spoke to Equity at the front desk on two occasions since the double billing. She was understanding and pleasant,, but couldn't help. She referred me to her manager, Camille, who has yet to reply to my three emails. I would expect a lot more from a Hilton property and so should you.

3. Staybridge Suites Rochester University, an IHG Hotel

1000 Genesee St, Rochester, NY 14611-4106 1 (585) 527-9110
Excellent
60%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 597 reviews

Staybridge Suites Rochester University, an IHG Hotel

Situated along the scenic Genesee River overlooking the University of Rochester, Staybridge Suites Rochester University hotel is the perfect choice for university and corporate visitors. Guests choose Staybridge Suites for its spacious river view suites located in a quiet residential college neighborhood. Staybridge Suites hotel is the only extended stay close to downtown Rochester and less than 15-20 minutes to most other corporate and family destinations. Long term rates available for guests staying 7 - 365+ nights! The location is perfect for walking to the University of Rochester River Campus. The UR Medical Center/Strong Hospital is a walkable distance or a quick 5 minute drive. All our Guest Suites feature kitchens with full size appliances- Fridge, Range Top, Microwave, Dishwasher along with Basic Cook and Dinnerware. Enjoy all of this in one of our Open-Concept Studio Suites, One Bedroom Apartment-like Suites or our spacious Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom Suites. Staybridge Suites offers a Complimentary Daily Full Hot Breakfast Buffet and Social Happy Hour Monday - Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Guests enjoy the 24/7 Fitness Center, Business Center, Outdoor Patio with Firepit, Gas Grills, Heated Indoor Pool (temporarily closed), and Complimentary Self-service Guest Laundry. Plus we are Pet Friendly (fees apply).

Above & Beyond Customer Service!

Reviewed By S1486VUedwarda

My family was visiting Rochester for a college visit and we left a personal item at the hotel. The staff was extremely helpful and brought the item to the Rochester airport before our flight departed. So impressed! As for the hotel, very nice overall, great nightly happy hour w food & drinks. Very helpful employees. Will definitely stay here again!

4. Hyatt Regency Rochester

125 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604-1605
Excellent
45%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
11%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 646 reviews

Hyatt Regency Rochester

Experience the epitome of style, convenience, hospitality and location in downtown Rochester, NY. A complimentary shuttle will get you to and from the Greater Rochester International Airport. Contemporary guestrooms await with modern conveniences and luxurious amenities designed for the perfect stay. Keep up your health routine with a fitness center featuring equipment that integrates with your smart device for personalized workouts while the indoor heated pool beckons for moments of relaxation. Savor exciting food and drink at Starbucks, Morton's The Steakhouse and our own lobby-level restaurant, The Street Craft Kitchen + Bar, offering a menu celebrating local flavors that changes with the seasons. With over 20,000 square feet of event space, Hyatt Regency Rochester is also the ideal venue for your seamlessly planned occasion, whether it be for business conventions, weddings, galas or social events. Rochester Riverside Convention Center is attached with an additional 100,000 sq ft

Great place to stay!

Reviewed By pastorivyg

This was the best experience I have had at a hotel in many years. We have previously stayed here for the Upstate NY Synod Assembly. This time was the best ever. The staff was polite and courteous. If they could not help with something, they apologized and offered some other way to accomplish the thing we were tryijng to do.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown

155 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604 1 (855) 618-4697
Excellent
63%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 682 reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown

Originally the site of the National Clothing Company, a major retailer in Rochester's downtown area, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown hotel boasts a rich history of hospitality. The newest hotel in downtown Rochester, NY, we are located within walking distance of the Rochester Riverside Convention Center and just a short drive to the picturesque Finger Lakes Region of New York State. This Rochester, NY, hotel is also only minutes from the Strong National Museum of Play - the only collections-based museum in the world devoted solely to play. Feel at home in an inviting guest room or suite at this hotel in downtown Rochester, NY. Enjoy a fantastic range of amenities, including a Keurig® coffee maker, a refrigerator and a microwave. Check emails with complimentary WiFi at the ergonomic desk and play your favorite music through the iHome® dock.

This is a Hilton?

Reviewed By YayeMama

This Hilton Garden Inn, in downtown Rochester is not Hilton quality and clearly a has-been hotel. Situated in depressed downtown Rochester with the social security office and "checks cashed" on the corner, the location is not fantastic. The parking garage one building over on Stone Street is very confusing, with only a handful of spots marked for "Hilton patrons". There clearly are more rooms at the hotel than parking spots, although the price is inexpensive at $10 with in-out privileges. We were in room 414, close to the elevator with a view of the roof and surrounding buildings and next to the atrium. The bed was not comfortable and the room is very small. The mini fridge makes a humming noise the entire time and there was a black hair on the ceiling above the shower. We had to walk over to the Hyatt 2 buildings down for a decent cup of coffee at the Starbucks. Would not stay here again.

6. Holiday Inn Rochester NY - Downtown

70 State St, Rochester, NY 14614-1359
Excellent
32%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
7%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 133 reviews

Holiday Inn Rochester NY - Downtown

The Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown recently completed $5+ million dollar renovations in our Guest Rooms, Meeting Space/Ballrooms, Fitness Center and Seasonal pool. We are a full service hotel in the heart of downtown , excellent customer service and competitive prices. The hotel features both King Bed and rooms with two Queen beds as well as spacious 1 bedroom executive rooms. Many guests rooms overlook the Genesee River. Our full service restaurants-River Club and State Street Bar & Grill provide our guests with delicious breakfast and dinner.

Hot and humid - in our room

Reviewed By dave d

The hotel was clean and the staff was very nice. For reasons never explained the air conditioning was set to "winter" throughout the building and that meant you could not turn on the A/C. In our room the fan also would not engage. It was an unusually hot weekend for mid-May and got to 78 degrees IN OUR ROOM. The staff did loan us a rotating fan, but really?

7. Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center

30 Celebration Drive, Rochester, NY 14620-2664 1 (855) 618-4697
Excellent
71%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 617 reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center

Set in Rochester's newly developed College Town complex, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/ University and Medical Center is just a short walk from the University of Rochester, Highland Park and Mount Hope Cemetery. Numerous medical centers, businesses, shops, restaurants and recreation options can be reached easily from our welcoming hotel in Rochester, NY. Explore Rochester's historic southeast neighborhood and visit popular attractions including the National Museum of Play - a fascinating, collections-based museum devoted solely to play. Work on your handicap at Genesee Valley Golf Course or catch a baseball game at Frontier Field. Take advantage of useful services like faxing and printing in the complimentary 24-hour business center. Plan a conference or celebration at this hotel in Rochester, NY, with 3,932 sq. ft. of meeting space, including a grand ballroom.

Event

Reviewed By monicacoke

Traveled to an event for one day's stay. Hotel staff was very professional and polite. Great hotel in a great location. outstanding service in the restaurant and bar. The room was nice, but the bathroom sink had noticeable stains. After I was sleeping on one of the pillows, I saw a blood stain.

8. The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa - a DoubleTree by Hilton

550 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607-2034 1 (855) 605-0318
Excellent
70%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1262 reviews

The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa - a DoubleTree by Hilton

Introducing downtown Rochester’s premier boutique hotel. Perfectly placed at the crossroads of our cultural and business districts, the Strathallan - a DoubleTree by Hilton combines unique access to local highlights with an exceptional level of personal service — all in a setting that brings a history of luxury into vibrant, contemporary focus.

Average Everything

Reviewed By Kevin T

I visit Rochester often. I usually stay in mid-range establishments; Holiday Inn, Hampton, that sort of thing. I decided to spend a little more this trip because I was taking my teen daughter, who was doing some work for my non-profit. This Double Tree is twice as much as the usual places I stay. And it most definitely wasn't worth an extra penny. So disappointing. I used to think of Double Tree as a semi-luxury hotel. Not any more.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-University Area, NY

797 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY 14623-1405
Excellent
37%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
10%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 747 reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-University Area, NY

Stay at the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester Airport-University Area, NY to experience warm hospitality and thoughtful amenities like free shuttle service to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC). Just off Interstate 390, our hotel offers quick access to the city's top attractions, including Seabreeze Amusement Park and local colleges like the University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology. After a busy day of meetings, relieve some stress with a swim in our heated indoor pool.

Ok but not great.

Reviewed By kramiz877487

Came for business meeting, convenient to a few restaurants for walking but property is very dated and dark. Staff friendly. Remote from shopping and downtown areas that you might be visiting. Seemed to have ok breakfast options and that area bright and clean

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece

400 Paddy Creek Cir, Rochester, NY 14615
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 184 reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Rochester does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece, a nice option for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out Sacred Heart Cathedral (2.3 mi) while visiting Rochester, Courtyard By Marriott Rochester West / Greece Hotel is a short distance away. The rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Rochester Courtyard features a 24 hour front desk, newspaper, and a picnic area. In addition, as a valued Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece guest, you can enjoy a pool and free breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While in Rochester, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Courtyard Rochester, including Outback Steakhouse (0.3 mi), Critic's On The Mall (1.0 mi), and Pino's Deli and Subs (1.2 mi). If you’re looking for something to do, Rochester Museum & Science Center is a nice way to spend some time. Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Rochester.

Comfortable and Family-Friendly

Reviewed By AmandaM477

We recently stayed at the Fairfield Inn for four nights with our two children, ages 4 and 1. We got a king suite room which was spacious and convenient--I'd highly recommend the upgrade for any families considering this hotel. The beds were very comfortable, and the room itself was very clean. The included breakfast was decent and well stocked. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, an excellent choice for this type of accommodation. Our family will definitely choose the Fairfield Inn again next time we are in Rochester.

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