How to Find Hotels In Rochester, New York

Rochester, also known as the "Flour City" and the "Flower City," is a hip travel destination in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Civil rights leaders like Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass once called Rochester home. When visiting Rochester, be sure to check out unusual attractions like the Great, Great House of Guitars and Whispering Pines, the oldest miniature golf course in New York, dating back to 1929.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Telephone
• Computer with Internet access

Know Your Destination

1. Don't miss popular points of interest such as Casa Larga Vineyards, Seneca Park Zoo and the Susan B. Anthony House.

2. Explore attractions off the beaten path such as the LeRoy House, featuring the history of Jello, or the Legal Wall behind the Village Gate where local graffiti artists display their work.

3. Roam other Finger Lakes areas for historical sites, state parks, day hikes, wineries and shopping opportunities.

4. Take the kids to the Strong Museum, the second largest children's museum in America.

5. View the High Falls waterfall that runs through the middle of downtown, and take in the sights in the district of the same name. The High Falls district features trendy brewpubs, theaters and nightclubs.

Book Accommodations in Rochester, New York

6. To book accommodations, contact Greater Rochester Visitors Association at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources below).

7. Compare rates on downtown Rochester hotels located on State Street, Broadway and East Main Street. Consider rates go for about $85 to up to $300 per night depending on location and amenities.

8. Look into campground accommodations at Hamlin Beach State Park or Stony Brook State Park.

9. Consider a uniquely affordable experience at Ant Hill Cooperative, a housing cooperative that offers overnight accommodations and a well-known three-dollar dinner.

10. Compare rates for hotel and motel chains in Rochester with rates starting as low as $40 per night.

11. Compare vacation rentals in Rochester and surrounding Finger Lakes area. Take into account a one-bedroom Rochester apartment in the Artwalk Area may rent for as little as $70 a day or $300 a week.

12. Consider a comfortable Rochester area bed and breakfast. Compare rates for single sleeping porch starting for as low as $30 a night, and double occupancy rooms starting at around $130 a night.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're not planning on renting a car, be sure to book accommodations within walking distance of popular attractions. The downtown area is a great starting point.