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Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

4.0 star property
Relax by the lobby fireplace or shoot hoops on the basketball court. Enjoy free WiFi and excellent dining options nearby.

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Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill, in the town center, offers a refined getaway. Guests dine at Trophy Room, gather by the lobby fireplace, or use the 24-hour health club. Free WiFi in common areas, luggage storage, and helpful staff are available.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV, fireplace

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV, fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate King

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Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room-Mobility Accessible With Roll In Shower

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
311 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516

What's nearby

  • Franklin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of North Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Artscenter - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • UNC Medical Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kenan Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 21 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dead Mule Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crunkleton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carolina Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

Upscale hotel near University of North Carolina
A coffee shop/cafe, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Trophy Room, offers dinner and light fare. Enjoy the 24-hour health club, as well as activities like basketball. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free bicycle rentals, self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 70 rooms feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 27 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Basketball
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,597 square feet of conference space

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
  • 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
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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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 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 50 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 27 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 50

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Franklin Chapel Hill
Franklin Hotel
Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill
Hotel Franklin
Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill Curio Collection Hilton
Franklin Hotel Curio Collection Hilton
Franklin Chapel Hill Curio Collection Hilton
Franklin Curio Collection Hilton
Graduate Chapel Hill
The Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill Chapel Hill
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill Hotel Chapel Hill

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill pet-friendly?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill 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?

Self parking is available for USD 27 per day.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill located?

Located in the heart of Chapel Hill, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Street and University of North Carolina. Ackland Art Museum and The Artscenter are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 734 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was such a nice surprise! The indoor basketball court for the kids, the amazing bar, and the friendly staff were top notch. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property, loved the atmosphere and location. Room heater was a bit loud but otherwise very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms were very cute and large and the entire hotel was very well done
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff great, good location, easy parking!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful eclectic hotel. The bed was really comfortable! Great location and view from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

pat

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charged me for parking… do not do this normally. Front office staff not helpful or friendly. Rarely honor what is booked through 3 party site
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff, beautifully appointed room with a college vibe that is stylish and sophisticated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely visit again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, well appointed, and walk to campus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the front desk was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The drag show for 3 hours was a terrible idea. It was loud and that is not for family to enjoy. It literally took up the entirety of our stay. That would have been a better idea for vegas or a bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique and lovely stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

The basketball court in the middle of an atrium open to 3 floors of rooms might be the worst design even of a hotel. Kids and parents are running and yelling in there all day and night as if it were a McDonald’s Playland. Hotel staff did not help mitigate the constant yelling. It is truly unbelievable. Would definitely not ever stay here unless it was truly the last place in Chapel Hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It sure is a uniquely themed and relatively small hotel, with basketball themed hardwoods, and headboards on each bed. The staff are great and the bar area is particularly nice. Facilities are limited and breakfast is not included. The building infrastructure Needs a little work as the AC unit was incredibly Loud, the loudest of any hotel I’ve ever stayed at and the concrete on the balcony was crumbling. I do think that the hotel was overpriced for the services on offer but you can’t beat the location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great theme to the hotel. Near all of the restaurants and to UNC
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chastity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

A walk down memory lane

We came for our 13th anniversary 28 years after meeting at Carolina as undergrads. The hotel had the perfect mix of fun- basketball headboards- with sophistication and comfort. Loved all the personal nostalgic touches- the keycards featured alumni and their “check in” and “check out” dates from their time at Carolina. Very relaxed and refreshed after a night there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room with quirky decor (shabby chic?) was clean and quiet. The helpfulness and friendliness of the staff, particularly "Shy" (who was not shy) made this a five star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janaka

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property highlighting UNC Chapel Hill sports traditions. Conveniently located to campus and walkable to a number of restaurants. Front desk service and Trophy Room (staffed by Asia) were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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