Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide

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A river with a stone bridge, modern buildings, and a tower.
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Stay near popular Rochester Central Business District attractions

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9.0/10 (682 reviews)
Even the most museum-hating children may not want to leave this enormous complex, featuring an arcade, a butterfly museum and a toy hall of fame.
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Activities

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester

NZ$21
per adult
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
A Remarkable Bar Hunt: Rochester Rocks

A Remarkable Bar Hunt: Rochester Rocks

NZ$21
per adult
A Remarkable Bar Hunt: Rochester Rocks
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Our pick of the best Rochester Central Business District Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Rochester

Hyatt Regency Rochester

3.5 out of 5
125 East Main Street Rochester NY
The price is NZ$285 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$285
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This place needs renovation and new staffing in a bad way. I have never been to a Hyatt hotel as badly maintained as this one. STAY AWAY FROM IT!!!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 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 NZ$326 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$326
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (695 reviews)
"Very new and clean hotel. Great location."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown
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 NZ$284 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$284
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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! (935 reviews)
"Fun Location, But Some Things to Know We actually had a fun stay, and the location was great for the festivals, restaurants, and bars nearby. There was plenty to do and explore. A few things could definitely be improved. The hotel pool was very poorly maintained, with dirty spots and even gum on ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway

3.5 out of 5
26 Broadway Rochester NY
The price is NZ$444 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$444
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
"Old fashion hotel"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Inn on Broadway
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr Fairport NY
The price is NZ$296 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$296
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,031 reviews)
"Property is poorly maintained. Room is very tired. Worst of all there were areas that weren’t clean, e.g. the bathroom floor, the shower door track, crumbs in the fridge, the bottom of the ONE wast basket. There one uncomfortable office chair in the double queen bed room and no place else to ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

2 out of 5
905 Lehigh Station Road Henrietta NY
The price is NZ$125 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$125
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Henrietta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (971 reviews)
"Book with Expedia to get a reasonable rate."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
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Our guide on where to stay in Rochester Central Business District

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

Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen
Open Photo by Caitlin Coleman-Chen

Irondequoit

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

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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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Photo by Stephanie Garling
Open Photo by Stephanie Garling

Highland Park

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

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West Irondequoit

If you're spending some time in West Irondequoit, Seneca Park Zoo and Genesee River are top sights worth seeing.

Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide

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