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Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 9-minute walk to University of Cincinnati

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Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati is conveniently near the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Guests can dine at Fiona's restaurant, maintain fitness routines in the 24-hour gym, or use the conference facilities. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Family Loft, Multiple Beds | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Family Loft, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate 2 Double Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate King Mobility Accessible Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Queen Queen Mobility Accessible Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate Spacious King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
151 Goodman St, Cincinnati, OH, 45219

What's nearby

  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Burnet Campus - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Cincinnati - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Paycor Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Liberty & Race Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 12 min drive
  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cincy Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Piada Italian Street Food - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cincinnati Children's Hospital Cafeteria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

Upscale hotel near University of Cincinnati
Close to Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Fiona's, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a conference center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A reception hall, wedding services, and coworking spaces
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 203 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; USD 13 to 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fiona's
  • Poindexter

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (21,795 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 17 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Kingsgate Hotel Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel
Kingsgate Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel University Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel University
Kingsgate University Cincinnati
Kingsgate Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Hotel Cincinnati
Graduate Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Cincinnati
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Hotel Cincinnati

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

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

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

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati located?

Located in Corryville, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of UCmedicalCenter and University of Cincinnati. Cincinnati Children's Hospital Burnet Campus and UC Health - Hoxworth Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1048 out of 1360 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1360 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1360 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1360 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1360 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the cutest with the best staff! Room was exceptionally clean and smelled wonderful! The decor was very vibrant and fun. The hotel was in a great location close enough to everything. The breakfast and coffee in the little restaurant downstairs was also delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was phenomenal. Rep was courteous, efficient, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the bar and food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness
Very funky, modern design.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and neat. Decor was super cool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

salma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great, and the staff was very friendly and professional. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharla

Liked: Amenities
We only stayed one night but the facility had very cool and clever decor, it was clean, the room was roomy and the bed was comfortable. Check in was uneventful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jawanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unique decor was very intriguing. Awesome place and great location with distinctive dining places in the immediate area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel within easy walking distance to the zoo. Super friendly and helpful staff and on site parking which was nice. Decor is fun and colorful and it’s very family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What a wonderful vibrant hotel. Great Cincinnati themes throughout. Super friendly and helpful staff. Will be staying there on future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full breakfast had many options for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top notch. Clean and orderly and the staff are professional. Second time staying here. Wife and I love it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

The staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dawn checked us in and was amazing! Gave us great recommendations and was super helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Quirky fun place to stay. The Decor is way out there in a very fun way!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

It was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and the decor was interesting!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel's ambience and fun decor. We were not happy with the lack of dining options, and the difficulty of sightseeing the university campus
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky and unique hotel! Our room was great, comfortable and clean. Food, drinks, and coffee at the hotel restaurant and cafe were also pretty good. Enjoyed our stay and would love to come back and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toshiyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The open restaurant on the second floor was so great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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