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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University

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Reception
Breakfast and dinner served
Lobby
Breakfast and dinner served
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Altria Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Central Richmond getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Richmond hotel, you'll find Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art. Also, Altria Theater is within half a mile (1 km) and Greater Richmond Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broad Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monument Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Altria Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudhouse Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brave Captain - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Commonwealth Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tarrant's Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4-star hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Richmond. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 37 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 20 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 31 to May 1:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 37 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Graduate Richmond Hotel
Graduate Richmond
Graduate by Hilton Richmond Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Richmond Richmond
Graduate by Hilton Richmond Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

How close is Graduate by Hilton Richmond to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is 9.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on Jul 1, 2026 start from $161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton Richmond.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Graduate by Hilton Richmond, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3.00 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a restaurant?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is home to Brookfield, which features light fare. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 1.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Richmond to downtown Richmond?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is 0.7 mi away from Richmond.

Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 754 out of 1367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1367 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Nice rooms and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy valet, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, comfortable and would totally come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very nice, bed comfortable, shower hot, and perfect location for the event we attended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Space was spotless, staff was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ajanae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here staff is so nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this super cute hotel. The theme was very cool and intentional and the staff members were friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location, easy street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff- from the Valets to the front desk & lobby bar, + we enjoyed an upgraded room w/ a nice City view,..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Booked this room for my parents for the holiday they loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was one of the best I’ve ever had certainly in any hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy seamless check-in and friendly staff. Nice room and decor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, the breakfast amenity was totally worth it. They had a text option and were very responsive. Would stay at again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, the room was spacious and clean. The room wasn't ready when I arrived but the woman who checked me in was gracious enough to upgrade the room as a courtesy for patiently waiting. The lobby and bar was nice as well. Location was perfect. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was friendly and helpful. Check-in was easy as was check-out. Room was clean. Easy to get to our venue too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff and easy walking distance to vcu
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christeen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous facility, friendly and helpful staff. Very quick valet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and room was ready early.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and neat and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was impressively clean! Love the unique decor of the halls, rooms and lobby! Walls are a bit on the thin side but luckily most neighbors were pretty quiet at night!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and quiet overall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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