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Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG

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Free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.

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Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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  • Sleeps 3
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

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  • Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Brighton, a neighborhood in Rochester, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG is near the airport. Tim Hortons Iceplex and Highland Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Marketplace Mall and Park Avenue. Ready for a night out? Consider The Strong National Museum of Play and Gene Polisseni Center. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rochester travel guide
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717 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY, 14623

What's nearby

  • A large building with a central dome and two flagpoles with flags.
    University of Rochester
    8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Monroe Community College
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cinemark Movies 10
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Tim Hortons Iceplex
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rochester Institute of Technology
    10 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rochester Station
    17 min drive
  • Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    13 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Mocha House
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 452 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG located?

Located in Brighton, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Monroe Community College and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Rochester Institute of Technology. Erie Canal and Cinemark Movies 10 are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1000 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We were only there for a quick stay but it was clean and quiet and the bed was very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was wonderful! The staff was very kind, the 24/7 coffee was great and the complimentary breakfasts were always delicious. Great location in relation to town, and the pool and rooms were very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and respectful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel modern clean well maintained staff excellent. Great value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean, organized and professional staff that try to make sure that you and your guests are well accommodated. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly helpful housekeeping/maintenance staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean quiet near U OF R
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean but a little bit crowded & the lighting in the room was poor. There were many choices in the breakfast room but not nearly enough seating for a hotel of that size. The staff member we dealt with, Cindy, was excellent. It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room ,parking was okay,hotel was not far from all the resteraunts we went to,and arena.staff at hotel was very well mannered and accomodating,I would stay there again without hesitation ,total thumb up .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Rooms were clean and great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was outdated and tiny but did the job. Some minor things/fixtures were broken and needed updating. Pool and location were a bonus. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good staff, breakfast and coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I’ve stay in many hotels, and all I can say is that I would definitely stay there again for sure. Very clean, friendly staff very well maintained facility!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good hotel with restaurants in easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly front check in to check out, the room was clean and breakfast was great as always!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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This was your generic hotel. Nicely kept, comfy beds, awesome selection of breakfast but the building is certainly older and it shows. It’s not falling apart by any means but could use a renovation. Everything was clean and check in/out was a breeze. Loved the breakfast selection, honestly I was surprised at how good it was. Pool was nice too but also quite old looking. Overall I would say solid stay and would stay again but more of a place to spend the night rather than go to enjoy the hotel amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay here. The rooms and staff were great. We will stay here the next time we are in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Seamless and the room was cozy and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Staff & service
Clean room ,washroom was terrible no body wash,shampoo or conditioner ask the front desk but never got it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Breakfast and parking was awesome. Staff was very helpful. The pool was clean and maintained. The only thing was the availability of towels. They were short handed and somethings got over looked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We've stayed at this location multiple times. It works for parents with kids visiting museums and events in downtown Rochester. It's only 15 from downtown. The positives include affordable, reasonably clean, an included decent breakfast, plenty of parking, and comfortable beds. The mediocre is that the rooms lack places to hang clothes and towels in the bathrooms, the walkways in the room are tight, the bathroom fixtures are warn and sometimes take fiddling to make work properly, the dining room is best early in the morning because it gets very full as the morning goes later, and the pool can be overly crowded depending on time of day. It's not posh, but it's good value for the money and we've never had problems with noise or unresponsive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was clean. Beds were comfortable. The breakfast was really good. They had 3 different types of eggs, sausage and Bacon. Then your breads , cereal any yogurts. We didn’t use the pool but it looked nice. They have a really nice seating area outside and a bbq for people to use. Overall it was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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If in doubt, stay here. 5 * for everything. We thought it was a brand new hotel! Pristine clean rooms. Wonderful shower. So comfy bed and pillows. Pull down shade kept light out. Quiet. Friendly staff. Breakfast best hotel breakfast ever. Pancake station, mini omelets (egg white veggies and cheese), bacon, turkey sausage, nice selection of juices and coffee, cereal, fresh fruit, pastries that looked delicious. We found our new forever hotel when we ate in Rochester to visit our kids and grands. Above and beyond every hotel we have stayed at in the Rochester area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026