the strathallan
rochester, ny
the strathallan: The Strathallan sits in Rochester's Neighborhood of the Arts, with a newly remodeled fitness center covering the full range — ellipticals, treadmills, spin bikes, and weights. For recovery, Ape + Canary, a separate spa and salon located directly across the street, handles massage and treatments; there's no in-house hotel spa. Char Steak & Lounge anchors dining with a classic steakhouse menu that includes real lighter options — salads, grilled ahi tuna, and sea bass — alongside the wood-fired steaks.
Rochester's Genesee Riverway Trail is a short drive from the hotel and runs up to 24 miles along the river through downtown, past three waterfalls, a scenic gorge, and eleven parks — genuinely one of the best urban trail networks in upstate New York. The Erie Canalway Trail is also reachable by car for longer rides. For gym access closer to the hotel, Monroe County CrossFit sits on the same street.
Explore the area:
Genesee Riverway Trail — short drive, nearest downtown access ~1.5–2 mi
Monroe County CrossFit — 1717 East Ave, ~1.2 mi
VAULT Cycle + Fitness — 10 Franklin St, ~1.5–2 mi
Letchworth State Park — ~35 mi / 1 hr drive
Ape + Canary Spa — directly across from the hotel
TRAIN LOCAL
monroe county crossfit: A straightforward CrossFit box on the same street as the hotel, with 5 certified coaches and a 2-week free trial for newcomers — an easy option for guests who want structured training without leaving the neighborhood.
★ DESTINATION GYM: GENESEE RIVERWAY TRAIL
A short drive from the hotel, this paved multi-use trail runs up to 24 miles along the Genesee River through the historic and cultural heart of Rochester — past three waterfalls, a dramatic gorge, eight pedestrian bridges, and eleven parks (four designed by Frederick Law Olmsted). One of the most complete urban trail systems in upstate New York, ideal for a long run or ride.
VAULT CYCLE & FITNESS A boutique cycle/boxing/strength studio with immersive class-based workouts and a strong community reputation — a short drive from the hotel for guests who want a studio-style class over a traditional gym.
★ DESTINATION GYM: LETCHWORTH STATE PARK
About 35 miles / an hour's drive southwest of Rochester, Letchworth is known as the "Grand Canyon of the East" — a 17-mile gorge along the Genesee River with three major waterfalls and a dramatic 600-foot-deep canyon. The Gorge Trail runs 7 miles one-way along the rim for a serious hiking day trip, with a shorter 1.5-mile loop covering the falls and overlooks for those with less time. Genuinely worth the drive.