Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique decor
Clean rooms
Good location
Cons:
Inaccessible second bed
No elevator access
Creaky bed

Categories

Cleanliness
9.1
Clean and well-maintained, with positive sentiment in reviews.
Service
8.6
Responsive staff, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.1
Location was praised for being great and convenient.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms varied in quality; some guests found complaints regarding noise and comfort.
Amenities
8.6
Amenities like jacuzzis praised, but some items such as microwaves were lacking.
Value for Money
8.1
Some guests felt the price should reflect better design and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.6
No specific food and beverage sentiment; standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall a good experience, with a unique vibe and character.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

School 31 Lofts offers air-conditioned guest accommodations in Rochester, conveniently located near popular attractions such as The National Museum of Play and the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. The 4-star aparthotel provides free private parking and is just a stone's throw away from the George Eastman House.

Modern Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a washing machine, and a flat-screen TV with streaming services in each unit. Some rooms even feature a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for preparing meals during your stay. Relax in comfort with cozy bed linens and unwind in the private bathroom with a soothing bath.

Recreational Opportunities

Take advantage of the nearby cycling paths or simply unwind in the charming garden. Explore nearby landmarks like the Susan B Anthony House and the University of Rochester, all within a short distance from the property.

Book your stay at School 31 Lofts for a memorable and comfortable experience in Rochester.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 720 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.1
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 8.6
J
John couple us
9
Doing it again soon
Pros:

It was peaceful

Cons:

Lack of privacy

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
G
Garrett couple us
10
Book n and enjoy the vibe
Pros:

Love it and always a first choice

Cons:

No complaints

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
L
Leonardo solo_traveller it
1
Pros:

WC not separated from the room with no privacy! Unbelievable

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
D
Darius couple us
1
Terrible time was had
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
K
Keavaughn couple us
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
N
Newsome solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Easy access clean quiet location

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
D
Darius couple us
1
Terrible stay was had
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Staff and service

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
E
Emma couple us
2
Thumbs down !!
Pros:

Poorly designed hotel rooms with no towel racks or hooks . We were hanging out towels on doors . No tissue boxes & not even a cup in the bathroom . Sagging mattresses & nylon sheets topped it off - oh & there are no elevators so we dragged our luggage up 3 flights of stairs . We checked out 3 rooms & changed rooms once ( our first room had a toilet in the sleeping area ) so this is an educated review !

Cons:

See above !!

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
M
Max solo_traveller us
10
S31 is such a great spot to stay when traveling to Rochester!
Pros:

Great spot, we love staying here!

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
F
Faye extended_group us
10
It was very easy to book, very good communication w/staff and overall very nice place
Pros:

This was a spur of the moment booking and a great unexpected find in Rochester. It's a very unique place. I LOVE that the old school building was repurposed and LOVE what and how it was done. Great out-of-the-ordinary place to stay.

Cons:

It was a wee bit pricy but worth the night away.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
K
Kevin couple mx
9
Unique experience in an ideal location!
Pros:

Great location and such a unique space and experience. I would stay here again

Cons:

I can’t say there is anything I didn’t like

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
D
Darrell solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
H
Hamilton solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
A
Andrea solo_traveller us
5
Good potential but still needs work on making sure things work and "concierge" or support responds.
Pros:

Cool concept, interesting space, good potential. Nice touch with water, coffee, and biscuits. Would have been good to have a brief guide in the room for local places. Found a cute restaurant a block away. Nice view of the museum across the street.

Cons:

Heat was blasting (had to counter with air conditioning, which wasn't a huge deal, I get it. It's a rehabbed industrial building). I went to take a shower before leaving, and the drain spout leaked all over the floor to over an inch of water. I couldn't shower and had to mop up the floor for an hour. Called and texted for help, no answer and no response or text back. Not even a call after to say they were sorry. Extremely disappointing.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
J
jessica couple us
10
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
E
Eric solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Unique and funky setting perfect for experiencing Rochester downtown

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
J
Joseph couple us
8
Pros:

good location in arts district
interesting adaptive use
great theatrical props around building

Cons:

night light in bathroom
box of tissues
more better hot water

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Arnoud solo_traveller nl
5
Tegenvaller voor die prijs
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Onze kamer was niet doordacht ingericht. Er ontbraken nogal wat essentiele dingen. Bovendien was het bed uitermate slecht. De ruimte was te klein voor een comfortabel verblijf. Suggestie aan de staf: verblijf er zelf eens een nacht met 2 personen.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
K
Karl solo_traveller us
10
Unique property of great value in perfect location
Pros:

First of all, I can't really rate the staff because it's an apartment hotel and we didn't have contact with any staff. This is a unique opportunity to stay in a refurbished school house. Wonderful large apartment in a great neighborhood next to museums and restaurants. The apartments are all a bit different but the charm is there throughout the building.They are modern without talking away the history. Huge bathroom and comfy beds.

Cons:

Really just tiny things that certainly don't make or break the stay, but a few simple things that could make this place even better. They didn't charge our card until the day of so I wasn't sure that our reservation had gone through. I was driving yes driving when they sent the information to complete the reservation. People are traveling the day of, so not the best idea. Yes, it's fine to send the codes to get into the building last minute. We had a nice kitchen but with very little to work with. No sharp knives, no spatula, and two enormous pans, no toaster. I didn't want to cook anything big, but it would be great to cook some eggs and make toast. Full size stove, no pot holders. Just add some simple things. There are no extra blankets or pillows. In the bathroom it would be helpful to either give more soap or put dispensers in the shower and a hook by the shower to hang a towel. The place is really special and we have stayed several times. These small things would make it even better.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Tamara solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Space and cleanliness

Cons:

I liked everything. Microwave would be nice and I had to get use to the self check in. Overall excellent experience!

2026-04-23 via Nuitee