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Graduate by Hilton Tempe

4.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Arizona State University

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Breakfast and dinner served
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
View from room
Breakfast and dinner served
Ballroom
Graduate by Hilton Tempe is a perfect relaxation spot near ASU. Guests enjoy the rooftop terrace's views, spa tub, and outdoor pool with sun loungers. Normal Bar serves breakfast and dinner, while the concierge staff ensures a smooth stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
225 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ, 85281

What's nearby

  • Arizona State University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tempe Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Tempe Town Lake - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Phoenix Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • College Ave - Apache Blvd Station - 2 min walk
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪King Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shake Smart - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pei Wei - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Tempe

Upscale hotel near Arizona State University
Located close to Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Tempe Town Lake, Graduate by Hilton Tempe provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Normal bar, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, an outdoor pool, and an elevator
  • Meeting rooms, a porter/bellhop, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 140 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Normal bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,950 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop 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)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • 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

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Twin Palms Hotel Tempe
Twin Palms Tempe
Graduate Tempe Hotel
Graduate Hotel
Graduate Tempe
Graduate Tempe
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Tempe
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Hotel Tempe

Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate by Hilton Tempe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Graduate by Hilton Tempe pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Tempe located?

Located in University Park, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Arizona State University and Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium. Tempe Town Lake and Phoenix Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). College Ave - Apache Blvd Station is only a 2-minute walk and 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Tempe Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay near ASU campus. Staff were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEAN R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Staff very very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff but the property itself is worn and tired. This Graduate property needs some fresh new paint, up keep and some minor repairs. I have been to other Graduate properties that are in really nice condition. This one is not but the staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Easy parking. Cute decor. So convenient and walkable to ASU. Good price. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here multiple times when visiting Tempe. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location when I visit my ASU student. Close to school and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a homeless tent in front of our patio area. And we heard things I would rather not say . But the hotel was
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Minea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, affordable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considerate staff, understanding the needs of customers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with a parking lot close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and fun decor! Tyler at front desk was very friendly and put up with some silly antics from my sister and I during our stay. A great place if you are seeing a show at Gammage. Very close to many great restaurants. Good drinks at the on-ste bar. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved loved loved my stay!!! Will forever book here when I come back to Arizona
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location. Friendly staff. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibes and service. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a night to visit Tempe/ASU and it was perfect. The service at the bar late at night was amazing when I needed food and drinks. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay….comfy and clean! Definitely will stay if I come back to Tempe AZ
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as always. So handy seeing a show and just walking across from Gammage to our room. Super clean and very comfy beds. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My phone could not connect to the internet but my ipad was fine. It said it could not validate the server. I suggest adding more security.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

leovardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fast and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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