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If you can’t find a motel in Rochester, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 128 lodging options in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ top motels to choose from in the larger area. Super 8 by Wyndham Springfield East is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the heart of Rochester. Enjoy access to the 24-hour room service, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Springfield, IL: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Central Rochester is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away. Super 8 by Wyndham Taylorville IL: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Located 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from the heart of Rochester. Economy Inn: Central Rochester is 17.9 mi (28.7 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Sangchris Lake State Park, Adams Wildlife Sanctuary, and Washington Park Botanical Gardens. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Illinois State Museum, Henson Robinson Zoo, and Knights Action Park. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Walnut Street Winery, University of Illinois at Springfield, and Lincoln Home National Historic Site.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rochester to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 34°F. Average annual precipitation for Rochester is 47 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Rochester to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital), which is located 9.9 mi (16 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Decatur, IL (DEC), which is 35.2 mi (56.7 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.