Lyell-Otis
Rochester
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Popular places to visit
University of Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Strong
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.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
Fossils, a climbing wall, a planetarium and more fill this extensive museum, which is especially renowned for its kid-friendly Inventor Center.
Ontario Beach Park
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ontario Beach Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rochester.
Highland Park
Full of interesting plants as well as numerous memorials and architectural features, this Olmsted-designed arboretum is one of Rochester’s most-photographed areas.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Explore the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology during your trip to Rochester. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Lyell-Otis
Rochester Retreat Near Parks, Entertainment & More
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Everyone from the front desk all the way down to the cleaning services was amazing. I enjoyed the bar. The bartender was very personable and had an amazing personality and massage was done by Anna. She did an excellent job. Best massage in my life. And everyone seen genuinely happy to work there. ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Staff was very helpful when I had an issue in my room with the heat.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Great stay. Room clean, especially liked the bathroom...very classy!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
I have awesome things staying here and the breakfast is ready good 👍
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Staff was amazing and friendly. Room needed work as the light over the sink didn't work and the toilet seat was the wrong size for the toilet, miscellaneous things. Otherwise a great location and a good, comfortable, quiet stay.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lyell-Otis
Maplewood
If you're spending some time in Maplewood, Kodak Center for Performing Arts and Genesee River are top sights worth seeing.
19th Ward
19th Ward might not have many top sights, but Genesee Valley Park and Susan B. Anthony House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Rochester
Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Strong while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Cross Arena and Strong.
South Wedge
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Wedge and surrounding area, you can visit Strong and Blue Cross Arena.
Monroe Village
Monroe Village might not have many top sights, but Strong and Rochester Museum and Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
