Check out the many special offers at VisitRochester.com throughout the coldrush season!

Nothing renews mind and spirit like a little getaway ­ if only for one night. To experience coldrush at a more leisurely pace, book a room at one of Rochester's fine hotels or cozy bed and breakfasts. The sparkling excitement of coldrush is right outside your door. And you won't have to worry about driving home at the end of an action-packed day.

Rochester hotels and B&Bs have outdone themselves creating special coldrush packages. Available throughout January, February and March, there are accommodation packages to fit the needs of every traveler and budget. Many offers are spiced with options that will keep you entertained while enjoying your home-away-from-home. Area hotels offer room service or an in-house restaurant; nightclubs with live entertainment; pools, whirlpools, saunas and fitness facilities; and game rooms for the kids. Even if Rochester is your own backyard, coldrush gives you the opportunity to view it from the relaxed vantage point of a tourist.

* Some Rochester area attractions have partnered with area hotels to offer special free admission to their facilities. Hotel packages may include tickets to "participating coldrush attractions." The following are the attractions participating in this promotion: Artisan Works, George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film, Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester Museum & Science Center, Seneca Park Zoo, Strong Museum, and Susan B. Anthony House.

Don't miss the chance for some winter spoiling. Luxury can be found in the comforts and services of Rochester's high-end hotels and historic B&Bs. Snuggle under down comforters or curl up with hand-stitched antique quilts. Let someone else cater to your every whim for a while.

If you'd like some excitement this winter, The Lodge at Woodcliff offers some fun and romantic packages like Coldrush Getaway Package #1 that includes overnight accommodations for two, breakfast for two, champagne delivered to the room, and two tickets to a participating coldrush attraction.* Or, Coldrush Getaway Package #2 which offers overnight accommodations with dinner, champagne delivered to the room, and two tickets to a participating coldrush attraction.* Coldrush Getaway Package #3 includes overnight with dinner and brunch, champagne delivered to the room, and two tickets to any participating coldrush attraction.* Each package also includes use of the fitness center and pool, live jazz entertainment (on Friday and Saturday). (585) 381-4000 www.woodclifflodge.com

The Crowne Plaza Rochester, a full service luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Rochester, close to the theater district and all major museums, offers overnight accommodations for four including breakfast, and four tickets to a participating coldrush attraction.* (585)546-3450 www.rochestercrowne.com

Spend some quality family time at the Clarion Riverside Hotel. The "Family and Fun" package includes overnight accommodations for two adults and two children, admission to one of the participating coldrush attractions*, and family ice-skating at Manhattan Square Park. 585-546-6400 www.clarionriversidehotel.com

To enjoy more family coldrush savings, the Park Plaza Rochester Airport suggests the "Winter Family Reprieve" package featuring great family accommodations and popcorn, chocolate bars and hot chocolate to go with one free family pay-per-view movie; continental breakfast for four at Baxter's Restaurant; plus your choice of four admission tickets to one of the participating coldrush attractions.* Room is for four people --2 adults and 2 children. 585 475-1910 www.parkplaza.com/rochesterny_airport.

To really play in the snow, Bristol Harbour Resort's "Ski and Stay" package may be just the ticket. Ski Bristol Mountain and warm up at the Resort. This deluxe package includes overnight accommodations at the Adirondack Inn and an 8 hour lift ticket at nearby Bristol Mountain. (Per person basis). 585 396-2600. www.bristolharbour.com

The Hampton Inn North offers an escape for art lovers. The "Art & Sustenance" package includes two nights deluxe accommodations, welcome gift, deluxe hot breakfast each morning, free HBO and high-speed internet; and admission for two to the Memorial Art Gallery and dinner for two at the Gallery's Cutler's Restaurant; plus admission for two to Artisan Works. Or, the "Stay & Save" package that includes overnight accommodations, hot breakfast, free HBO, and use of the Fitness Center and 24 hour Business Center, plus complimentary fresh baked cookies & popcorn. (585) 663-6070.

At the Hyatt Regency Rochester, "S'mores & More" will bring the children out of the cold and introduce them to some of Rochester's cultural surroundings, right in the heart of the theater and cultural district. The package includes overnight accommodations for two adults and two children; hot chocolate and S'mores for 4 provided by room service; access to pool & whirlpool, breakfast buffet for four (2 adults and 2 children), plus free child admission with paid adult admission to Rochester Museum & Science Center, Strasenburg Planetarium, Seneca Park Zoo, and Strong Museum. (585) 546-1234. www.rochester.hyatt.com

How about a cozy evening with the family? Hampton Inn & Suites' "Family Freeze" package features a one-bedroom suite, free large pizza, free snack pack with sodas, popcorn, candy and winter trinkets, and breakfast in the morning (2 adults and 2 children). (585) 924-4400 www.rochesterhamptoninn.com

Make it a "Strong" weekend at the Country Inn & Suites by Carlson. The "Winter Play & Stay" package includes overnight accommodations in a standard room, complimentary breakfast, and use of indoor heated pool and spa, fitness center, and business center-- for two adults and two children only. In addition, receive admission for two adults and two children to Strong Museum. (586) 486-9000 www.countryinns.com/henriettany_south

Hampton Inn Rochester South offers three coldrush packages. The "Snowy Winter Adventure" includes overnight accommodations, a large pizza, two liters of soda, and four tickets to a participating coldrush attraction.* The "Skate & Stay" package offers overnight accommodations for four, a large pizza, two liters of soda, a roll of quarters ($10.00) for the Arcade, and four tickets to ESL Ice Arena. The "Weekend for Two" package includes overnight accommodations, a bottle of champagne, box of chocolates and a voucher valued at $25 for dinner at Bazil's Restaurant or Phillips European Restaurant. Each package also includes "On The House" hot breakfast for four (for two for the Weekend for Two), and in the evening, a fresh baked cookie and a cup of hot chocolate. (585) 272-7800 www.hampton-inn.com

It's family fun and games as the Holiday Inn Rochester South invites families to "coldrush: Rush for the Great Rate." A special reduced room rate includes use of the heated indoor pool, whirlpool, and recreation area with ping-pong, foosball, shuffleboard, two pool tables and video games, 24 hour access to the fitness facilities, and free Hi-speed Internet. (585) 475-1510. www.holiday-inn.com/rochester-sny

After a long day out enjoying all things "coldrush," The Best Western Diplomat Hotel offers a "Cozy Winter Special" that includes overnight accommodations, plus one large pizza and soda (from Cam's New York Pizzeria) delivered to the room. (585) 254-1000 www.bestwestern.com

Got "Cabin Fever?"* The Holiday Inn Airport offers overnight accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children, 2 medium Pizza Hut pizzas and 2 adult and 2 children's tickets to one of the participating coldrush attractions*. (585) 328-6000 www.hirochesterairport.com

The Ramada Inn also has a coldrush special. Stay one night and get a reduced rate on the second night. (585) 475-9190.

Enjoy "The Sweetest Escape" at the Brookwood Inn with deluxe accommodations for two adults, a welcome gift (compliments of the General Manager), plus a $60.00 gift certificate to Peter Geyer Steakhouse. Bring the kids and have a "Winter Warm Up." This package includes deluxe accommodations for two adults and two children, one free family pay-per-view movie, one large pizza with one topping, one liter of soda, and popcorn and snack pack. Each package also includes use of the new indoor heated pool, sauna, whirlpool and fitness center. How about a "Pool Party?!" Up to 10 children and 2 adults can enjoy the Inn's newly renovated pool with this package that includes a full sheet pizza, cake (chocolate or vanilla), vanilla ice cream, fruit punch, balloons, pool toys, and pool towels. (585) 248-9000 www.thebrookwoodinn.com

The Rochester Marriott Airport Hotel offers a romantic start to the day with the "Stay for Breakfast" package that includes accommodations for one night and breakfast for two in EJ's Restaurant. Or, need a little romance? Run away together and take advantage of the Escape Package that includes accommodations for one night, a complimentary bottle of champagne delivered to the room, dinner and breakfast for two in EJ's Restaurant. (585) 225-6880 www.marriott.com.

The Rochester Courtyard by Marriott Hotels offer "Great Winter Weekend Rates" that make it easy to get away. With a spacious guestroom, indoor pool, whirlpool spa, and fitness center as well as in-room movies and the Courtyard Café offering breakfast daily, unwind after a hectic week and recharge for a fun evening. Call Courtyard by Marriott for details: Rochester Brighton (585) 292-1000; Rochester West/Greece (585) 621-6050; or Rochester East/Penfield (585) 385-1000. www.marriott.com.

The Brighton Courtyard by Marriott also offers a "Stay for Breakfast" package that includes a free breakfast for two adults and two children under 12.

The Residence Inn by Marriott Rochester West/Greece features "Great Winter Weekend Rates" to make this the perfect time to get away. Go out in search of fun and adventure knowing at the end of the day, there is always a spacious suite, fully equipped kitchen, in room movies, indoor pool, and a whirlpool spa fitness center awaiting, and in the morning , a complimentary hot breakfast (maximum of five people per room). (585) 865-2090. www.marriott.com/rocri

The Fairfield Inn by Marriott Hotels offers "Great Winter Weekend Rates." Make it easy to get away. Take a road trip in search of fun and adventure knowing at the end of the day, a comfortable, inviting guestroom, indoor pool, in-room movies, and free deluxe continental breakfast await. Call these area Fairfield Inns for details: Rochester Airport (585) 529-5000; Rochester South/Henrietta (585) 334-3350; or Rochester East/Webster (585) 671-1500. www.marriott.com.

Wellesley Inn South (585 427-0130) and the Wellesley Inn North (585 621-2060) feature special "Snow Rates." Use VIP code: L4MM to ensure rate. www.wellesleyonline.com

The Canandaigua Inn on the Lake, a waterfront resort in the heart of the Finger Lakes, offers a number of coldrush packages that range from standard rooms, lakefront view, or Jacuzzi suites. The "Breakfast" package includes deluxe overnight accommodations and full breakfast in Nicole's Dining Room. For the outdoor enthusiasts, try the "Ski & Stay" package with deluxe overnight accommodations and next day skiing at Bristol Mountain (full day pass). How about the "Widmer Winery" package with deluxe overnight accommodations and full breakfast for two in Nicole's Dining Room, plus a tour of Widmer Winery in Naples and a complimentary bottle of Widmer Wine. Or, the "Un-Wine'd" package that offers two nights deluxe accommodations and breakfasts, one dinner for two in Nicole's Dining Room, a bottle of Brickstone Cellars Riesling and a tour of Widmer Winery. How about a little romance? The "Inn Love" package includes deluxe overnight accommodations and breakfast and dinner for two in Nicole's Dining Room, plus champagne and souvenir glasses. After all that, you may need to stay for the "Rejuvenator Spa" package with standard overnight accommodations, breakfast and dinner at Nicole's Restaurant, choice of a spa treatment or salon service, and a complimentary chair massage or skin analysis. (Indoor pool and spa on premises; packages are single or double occupancy). (585) 394-7800 www.visitinnonthelake.com