Royal Park Hotel's Guidebook
City/town information
A perfect mix of historic and hip, downtown Rochester attracts both residents and visitors from across the state of Michigan. Downtown Rochester is home to more than 350 shops, salons, restaurants, and professional service businesses, 85% of which are independent merchants. Downtown Rochester’s natural beauty is attributed to the waterways that surround the city and the abundant green space that three parks and two winding trails offer.
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Rochester
A perfect mix of historic and hip, downtown Rochester attracts both residents and visitors from across the state of Michigan. Downtown Rochester is home to more than 350 shops, salons, restaurants, and professional service businesses, 85% of which are independent merchants. Downtown Rochester’s natural beauty is attributed to the waterways that surround the city and the abundant green space that three parks and two winding trails offer.
Shopping
For the bargain hunter, shopaholic, or those who like a good deal, check out our
Travel Like a Local Program! Enjoy exclusive discounts at numerous Downtown Rochester shops, restaurants, and professional service businesses when you stay at Royal Park Hotel. Visit our website for more details.
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Rochester Downtown Development
431 S Main StFor the bargain hunter, shopaholic, or those who like a good deal, check out our
Travel Like a Local Program! Enjoy exclusive discounts at numerous Downtown Rochester shops, restaurants, and professional service businesses when you stay at Royal Park Hotel. Visit our website for more details.
Food scene
Lipuma's Coney Island has been a Rochester landmark since 1969. Be sure to stop in and grab one of their world-famous Coney dogs! Trust us; they are worth it.
Lipuma's Coney Island
621 N Main StLipuma's Coney Island has been a Rochester landmark since 1969. Be sure to stop in and grab one of their world-famous Coney dogs! Trust us; they are worth it.
Red Knapp’s Dairy Bar is celebrating 70 years in Rochester. Pull up a barstool, step back into the nostalgia of the 1950's and order an Old-Fashioned Burger and Milkshake.
Red Knapp's Dairy Bar
304 S Main StRed Knapp’s Dairy Bar is celebrating 70 years in Rochester. Pull up a barstool, step back into the nostalgia of the 1950's and order an Old-Fashioned Burger and Milkshake.
Chomp Eatery & Juicery offers a variety of healthy choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
chomp rochester
200 South Main StreetChomp Eatery & Juicery offers a variety of healthy choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Sander's Chocolates – Who doesn't love ice cream and chocolate? With so many options to choose from, you might have to bring some of these Michigan-made chocolates home with you. Might we recommend the dark chocolate sea salt caramels?
Sanders Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe - Rochester
436 S Main StSander's Chocolates – Who doesn't love ice cream and chocolate? With so many options to choose from, you might have to bring some of these Michigan-made chocolates home with you. Might we recommend the dark chocolate sea salt caramels?
Zoet Belgian Chocolates & Waffles – enjoy authentic handmade Belgian chocolates and waffles made fresh daily right in-store by an authentic Belgian
Zoet
103 West 4th StreetZoet Belgian Chocolates & Waffles – enjoy authentic handmade Belgian chocolates and waffles made fresh daily right in-store by an authentic Belgian
Holy- Cannoli's – Featuring handmade cannolis made fresh daily in a variety of flavors. You don't have to be an Italian to enjoy them!
Holy Cannoli's
2752 Coolidge HwyHoly- Cannoli's – Featuring handmade cannolis made fresh daily in a variety of flavors. You don't have to be an Italian to enjoy them!
Give Thanks Bakery – Tucked away off the main street, guests can step back in time to this small European bakery and enjoy various wholesome and nutritious baked goods, including fresh-baked bread, shortbread cookies, morning pastries, and so much more.
Give Thanks Bakery & Cafe
225 S Main StGive Thanks Bakery – Tucked away off the main street, guests can step back in time to this small European bakery and enjoy various wholesome and nutritious baked goods, including fresh-baked bread, shortbread cookies, morning pastries, and so much more.
. The Cheese Lady Rochester - Where European vibes meet artisanal cheeses. Stop by for a tasting, create charcuterie board pairings, and be sure to swing into Rochester Wine to select the perfect wine pairing.
The Cheese Lady - Rochester
302 W University Dr. The Cheese Lady Rochester - Where European vibes meet artisanal cheeses. Stop by for a tasting, create charcuterie board pairings, and be sure to swing into Rochester Wine to select the perfect wine pairing.
Knapp's Donuts – Looking for the perfect donut to go with your morning coffee? Stop by Knapp's donuts and pick up your favorite dozen fresh made daily. We recommend getting there early as this is a favorite with the locals!
Knapp's Donut Shop
500 N Main StKnapp's Donuts – Looking for the perfect donut to go with your morning coffee? Stop by Knapp's donuts and pick up your favorite dozen fresh made daily. We recommend getting there early as this is a favorite with the locals!
Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters – it's all about the details when it comes to a cup of coffee. If you are looking for an artisanal experience, this is a definite must-stop in the morning.
Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters
336 S Main StDessert Oasis Coffee Roasters – it's all about the details when it comes to a cup of coffee. If you are looking for an artisanal experience, this is a definite must-stop in the morning.
Fieldstone Winery – Made right here in Downtown Rochester! The perfect place to gather with friends and family and enjoy a large selection of local wine and hard ciders.
Fieldstone Winery & Hard Cider
223 S Main StFieldstone Winery – Made right here in Downtown Rochester! The perfect place to gather with friends and family and enjoy a large selection of local wine and hard ciders.
Rochester Mills Brewery – For the beer connoisseurs out there, stop in and try one of their local ales or lagers made right here in Michigan. The building has an incredible history of its own!
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Rochester Mills Beer Company
400 Water StRochester Mills Brewery – For the beer connoisseurs out there, stop in and try one of their local ales or lagers made right here in Michigan. The building has an incredible history of its own!
Yates Cider Mill – Enjoy delicious cider the old-fashioned way. Yates has been a Michigan landmark for over six generations. Offering much more than cider and donuts in the fall months, guests can grab their cider and donuts and enjoy strolling their river walk this spring.
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Yates Cider Mill
1950 E Avon RdYates Cider Mill – Enjoy delicious cider the old-fashioned way. Yates has been a Michigan landmark for over six generations. Offering much more than cider and donuts in the fall months, guests can grab their cider and donuts and enjoy strolling their river walk this spring.
PARK 600 – Relax out on the terrace or indoors and order one of our oven-fired pizzas, locally crafted cocktails, or house-made dessert.
Cabana & Fire Pit Rentals – Grab your friends, and strike up a conversation around our fire pit, or rent one of our cabanas by the creek for something a bit more upscale! (Note* Fire pit and cabana rentals available May – September)
PARK 600 Locally Crafted
600 East University DrivePARK 600 – Relax out on the terrace or indoors and order one of our oven-fired pizzas, locally crafted cocktails, or house-made dessert.
Cabana & Fire Pit Rentals – Grab your friends, and strike up a conversation around our fire pit, or rent one of our cabanas by the creek for something a bit more upscale! (Note* Fire pit and cabana rentals available May – September)
Sightseeing
Rochester Pedal Ride - for some great exercise, conversation, and of course...drinks. The perfect opportunity to discover Downtown.
Rochester Pedal Ride
3702 Hogan CirRochester Pedal Ride - for some great exercise, conversation, and of course...drinks. The perfect opportunity to discover Downtown.
Tree Runners Adventure Park – If you like heights and thrills, this is the activity for you! Experience an obstacle course like no other, including zip lines, barrels, cargo nets, and bridges connected between platforms sustainably constructed around trees.
TreeRunner Adventure Park at Oakland University
7553 Meadow Brook RdTree Runners Adventure Park – If you like heights and thrills, this is the activity for you! Experience an obstacle course like no other, including zip lines, barrels, cargo nets, and bridges connected between platforms sustainably constructed around trees.
Stony Creek Metropark – Includes adventures for all ages, from bike and boat rentals to golfing, Tree Runners Adventure Park, swimming, and the nature center.
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Stony Creek Metropark
4300 Main Park DrStony Creek Metropark – Includes adventures for all ages, from bike and boat rentals to golfing, Tree Runners Adventure Park, swimming, and the nature center.
Historical
Meadow Brook Hall – Meadow Brook Hall is the historic home built by Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of auto pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, Alfred Wilson. The 88,000 square foot home was constructed between 1926 and 1929 at the cost of $4 million. It was the center of a country estate that included 1,500 acres, numerous farm buildings, recreational facilities, several residences, and formal gardens.
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Meadow Brook Hall
350 Estate DrMeadow Brook Hall – Meadow Brook Hall is the historic home built by Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of auto pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, Alfred Wilson. The 88,000 square foot home was constructed between 1926 and 1929 at the cost of $4 million. It was the center of a country estate that included 1,500 acres, numerous farm buildings, recreational facilities, several residences, and formal gardens.
Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farms - Tour the historic and fascinating homes located in Stony Creek Village and understand the workings of a world-class dairy operation by visiting the six buildings and sixteen acres of the Van Hoosen Farm.
Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm
1005 Van Hoosen RdRochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farms - Tour the historic and fascinating homes located in Stony Creek Village and understand the workings of a world-class dairy operation by visiting the six buildings and sixteen acres of the Van Hoosen Farm.
Golf
Oakland University's Golf and Learning Center, located on the beautifully wooded campus of Oakland University, is home to two world-class golf courses: The R&S Sharf Golf Course and the Katke-Cousins Golf Course. These championship courses have hosted numerous professional and amateur tournaments.
At Oakland University's Golf & Learning Center, you will find a world-class practice facility with separate areas for full swing, short game, and bunker play. It starts with a spacious driving range with over 30,000 square feet of bent grass hitting area and 28 top-of-the-line hitting mats. Separate teaching tees provide truly private instruction. Well-defined targets and landing areas help simulate course conditions.
The 5-acre short game area includes 3 greens, 5 bunkers, and multiple turf conditions for working on every aspect of your chipping, pitching, and bunker game. The putting green is maintained with the same consistent speeds as the actual golf course greens, which allows the opportunity to work on all facets of your putting in the perfect setting and conditions.
Oakland University Golf & Learning Center
512 Golf View LnOakland University's Golf and Learning Center, located on the beautifully wooded campus of Oakland University, is home to two world-class golf courses: The R&S Sharf Golf Course and the Katke-Cousins Golf Course. These championship courses have hosted numerous professional and amateur tournaments.
At Oakland University's Golf & Learning Center, you will find a world-class practice facility with separate areas for full swing, short game, and bunker play. It starts with a spacious driving range with over 30,000 square feet of bent grass hitting area and 28 top-of-the-line hitting mats. Separate teaching tees provide truly private instruction. Well-defined targets and landing areas help simulate course conditions.
The 5-acre short game area includes 3 greens, 5 bunkers, and multiple turf conditions for working on every aspect of your chipping, pitching, and bunker game. The putting green is maintained with the same consistent speeds as the actual golf course greens, which allows the opportunity to work on all facets of your putting in the perfect setting and conditions.
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For The Creative Soul
For the inner artist, be inspired and take a class at Paint Creek Center for the Arts. You can create pottery at The Painted Pot, or for those who love art but lack the creative side, you can support the arts by purchasing local handmade goods from Bizzy Buzz Artisan Market.
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Be One With Nature
Head outdoors and discover nature. Rent a bicycle from the Hotel, and venture off to one of the following nearby nature areas!
Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve – Offering 16 acres of land, the preserve trails are free to explore to the public daily from dawn till dusk!
Paint Creek Trail – Located right outside Royal Park Hotel, The Paint Creek Trail is an 8.9-mile linear trail converted from the former Penn Central Railroad.
Fly-Fishing - Rent the waders and equipment from us, and try your hand at fly-fishing right outside our doors in the Paint Creek. The creek is stocked with trout each sp
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The Saturday Farmer's Market is a Must!
From May-October, our local Farmer's Market is in full swing with fresh produce, flowers, and handmade goods available for purchase every Saturday from 8 am - 1 pm, from local area farms and shops.