I made a reservation on the basis of other reviewer's recommendations, and I have to say that I was shocked by the mildew smell, fire code violations, and misrepresentations made by the staff and owners of the motel. First, I arrived at 2:00 a.m. and despite my fatigue my first response to the room was, "what a dump!" The window treatments (I hesitate to call them "curtains") were broken, and the room reeked of mildew. The smoke detector, in our "non-smoking" room was covered with a plastic bag (so that smokers could smoke undetected) and contained, viola! an ashtray, no doubt so that I could conveniently both violate basic safety codes and ruin my health at the same time. My husband and I returned to our room, on what should have been our second night, only to find an inch of filthy water in the bathtub, a bathroom that had not been cleaned, and a bed that had not even been made. I reported the same to the staff, who appeared concerned, but did nothing to address the problem I quickly called the new Holiday Inn Express on Monroe, and checked out.
I should also point out that although the rooms are advertised as containing "dataports," they in fact supply nothing more than ordinary phone jacks. This motel is a firetrap, a mold-infested health hazard, and I strongly recommend that the Rochester Department of Health conduct a quick investigation.

I stayed here 3 weeks ago. I went there last minute and I believe the room was 40 something dollars. The room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Towels were thin, but I was expecting much! Great, cheap place to stay.

The Motel 6 in Rochester/Gates, NY has the most friendly, helpful, patient staff that provide a quiet, clean room for the traveler.Loretta, the receptionist, worked diligently for two hours with my credit card company, so that I would be able to pay for the room for two nights without using my cash. The room was clean, warm, fresh smelling and well lit. I have always liked Motel 6's. This stay proved to me why.