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
Terrace/patio
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • 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.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Graduate Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Suite With 1 King Bed And Bathtub-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Corner Room With 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

Corner King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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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
  • Altria Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪DCG - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brave Captain - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mudhouse Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 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.

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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 Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on Mar 11, 2026 start from $171, 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. 753 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1369 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

VINCENZO, maspeth

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

6/10 Okay

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness
The day of check-in, everything was great. Friendly staff, nice room, etc. No complaints. The following day for check-out, not so much. For the first time in months, my wife and I were looking forward to sleeping in. Hence why we took a trip out of town to enjoy it. Do not disturb sign on the door and everything. We wake up at 8:40am to someone banging on our door. Now that we can't get back to sleep, we go down to get some coffee. You have to tip in advance at your time of purchase, so I left a 25% tip. I was still in a decent mood. They forgot my order. So as I see all other orders completed over 10 minutes, both women disappear to clean or talk to people at the bar. I had to come back up and then she asked if I was still waitjng on my food. I said no, 2 coffees. Then she started my order. One girl apologized to the other for the mistake, and the second girl told her it wasn't a big deal. Definitely not worth a 25% tip for that. Finally on our elevator ride back up to get our stuff and leave, it goes out and won't respond. What started out as a great experience, ended with us saying it's not worth our time or money to go back. Good luck next traveler. I hope that you have a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a studio suite. Great place to stay. Check in was flawless. Amenities were outstanding. Very clean hotel. I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charles, Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Amenities lacking. No complimentary coffee or anything. For the cost of the room, amenities should be better.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Xintong

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cafe/bar had excellent lattes. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Sleeping area was very dusty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great staff, great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great hotel to stay when attending a concert at the Altria.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous front desk. Check in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marguerite

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Extremely clean!!! I stayed at the Charlottesville location before my visit to the Richmond a was very happy. I do feel the menu needs improvement. However it was very convenient. All the staff were very accommodating and pleasant. Would stay here again😃
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean room and all the staff were very polite and helpful. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Traveled with family
Incredibly courteous staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good experience overall at Graduate
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary Ann G

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t informed of the pet fee and breakfast available doesn’t mean free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
It worked great for the marathon
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa, Dulles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I find the walls to be thin. I heard the toilet flushing from the room upstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025