In the heart of Rochester, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a continental breakfast, connect with free in-room WiFi, or unwind by the lobby fireplace. With laundry facilities and helpful staff on hand, you're sure to feel at home.
Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 7 min drive
Rochester Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
DiBella's Subs - 12 min walk
Bill Gray's Regional Iceplex - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 11 min walk
Wendy's - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
About this property
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Rochester and Strong. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Rochester Institute of Technology. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
89 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (up to 27 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free reception (selected days)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Library
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch plasma TV
Premium cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini fridge
More
Housekeeping on request
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Late check-in between 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
Indoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
Indoor pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Country Carlson Rochester-Brighton
Country Inn Carlson Rochester-Brighton
Country Inn And Suites Rochester Brighton
Country Inn Radisson Rochester-University Area NY
Country Inn Radisson
Country Radisson Rochester-University Area NY
Country Radisson
Country Inn Suites by Radisson Rochester University Area NY
Country Inn Suites Rochester Airport University Area
Country Inn Suites By Carlson Rochester Brighton
Rochester Inn Suites
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area Hotel
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area Rochester
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area Hotel Rochester
Country Inn Suites by Radisson Rochester University Area NY
Frequently asked questions
Does Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 27 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 75 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
What's the area around Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area like?
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area is in Brighton, a short 7-minute drive from Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) and 11 minutes' walk from Erie Canal.
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Reviews
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0
Cleanliness
10
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were varied, healthy, and well-stocked with a wide selection of choices. (46 reviews)
Parking was safe, easy, and free, a convenient bonus for guests. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr, 2026
Very clean, wonderful staff
Janine
Janine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar, 2026
Very nice clean hotel. My family and I stayed there for two nights. The staff was very welcoming and they had breakfast in the morning. Very clean. Recommend to anyone that wants to stay here.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar, 2026
I was very impressed by the friendliness of the staff and the clean room. Every major detail was well done.
Paulius
Paulius, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr, 2026
My daughter and I were in the area for a college open house. It was closed to the college. Very clean. Friendly staff. We did not use the breakfast amenity but it seemed adequate for Continental style breakfast.
laurel
laurel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr, 2026
Front desk associate was helpful and patient with everything i needed to know. Was friendly and offered a “goodie” bag when i checked in. I think his name was Donald Nigel or Nigel Donald. He is the overnight scheduled Team member
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Jan, 2026
Room was nice staff was nice
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan, 2026
The staff was incredibly friendly. I liked the room we stayed in. It was a great stay.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Mar, 2026
Very good
janine
janine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec, 2025
Clean room and staff was so welcoming
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr, 2026
From the minute we arrived Sara (General Manager) greeted us with a smile, The check-in was easy. Sara knew we had 2 dogs and gave us a room right across from the stairwell so that we could easily get them outside for walks and bathroom runs. She also let us know where the safe areas were so that we did not have to worry about cars in and out of the parking lot.
When we went to breakfast, the tables were always spotless. The breakfast attendant made sure that all the food was constantly re-stocked and never ran out. She was always moving cleaning tables, emptying garbage, etc. Breakfast had two types of fruit, as well as an assortment of bagels, yogurt toppings, cereals, etc. There is 24 hours of free coffee and tea.
Our room was spotless and it appeared that the room attendants truly take pride in their work.
Will definitely stay there again!
Barbara
Barbara, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised by the breakfast spread!
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Oct, 2025
clean room & friendly staff
barry
barry, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
9 Apr, 2026
This hotel was okay. If you just want a quick place to spend a night and that’s all, this is it. It was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was not at the same level as hotels similarly priced. No waffle makers, scrambled eggs ( they had just hard boiled eggs), as an example. The hotel seemed to be an older hotel that may have been purchased and then updated. However, besides new paint it felt old and outdated. But ok, if you are on a budget. Cleanliness and comfort of the bed are my personal top things and it had those. So my rating of somewhere in the okay range is how I’d rate it. My next time in town i will try another hotel, just because of it being just okay. I think i can do better for maybe a little more money, which would be more to my liking.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 Feb, 2026
The staff was great. The room was clean. My only complaint was we had to be moved to a second room because the first room had an adjoining door to another room, and it was very loud listening to the neighboring room. But we were moved to another room with no problem.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Nov, 2025
The Place Was Clean And Smells Good
Diandra
Diandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct, 2025
Friendly staff, clean and safe.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct, 2025
This was the first time we stayed at a Spark. The staff was super friendly. The hotel was very clean and convenient to college campus in the area. This hotel is also dog friendly.
Cassandra
Cassandra, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
19 Jan, 2026
Hotel filled with young kids and families running up and down the halls well past 11pm. Shouldn't have to call the front desk to ask them to put a stop to it.
Other than that, staff was very friendly, hotel was clean. Will gladly stay here again if i know there are no hockey families here as well.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec, 2025
The staff is an assett
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
23 Jan, 2026
The staff was amazing the room was not what was advertised not by the least bit n I feel I should be refunded
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Sept, 2025
Perfect
Great alternative to high priced hotels with a lot of amenities not needed or used.
Perfect for overnight stay.
Donna or John
Donna or John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul, 2025
It was clean, staff was great, the breakfasr bar was good, and i felt safe there.