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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

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Located close to VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater, Graduate by Hilton Richmond provides a rooftop terrace, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Brookfield, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour gym are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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Graduate Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

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  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Corner

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  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture of a dog on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Double Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed with a wooden frame, a gray blanket, and a plush toy on the lower bunk.

Family Suite, 1 Double Bed (Graduate)

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a view of the city through the window.

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a red armchair, a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

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(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures of dogs on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

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Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Graduate King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Richmond, Graduate by Hilton Richmond is in the city center. VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater are cultural highlights, while White House of the Confederacy is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stuart C. Siegel Center or Richmond Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Richmond travel guide
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301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220

What's nearby

  • A large beige building with columns and a circular brick courtyard.
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A grand white building with columns, a central staircase, and a clear blue sky.
    Broad Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic theater with two towers and a large arched entrance.
    Altria Theater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A building with a tower, a sign reading "Greater Richmond Convention Center," and a street intersection with traffic lights.
    Greater Richmond Convention Center
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mudhouse Coffee
    5 min walk
  • The Patio Thai
    8 min walk
  • Brave Captain
    7 min walk
  • GWARbar
    6 min walk
  • Lemaire
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Brookfield

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • 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)

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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 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 (up to 75 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Graduate by Hilton Richmond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and 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?

Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Richmond located?

Located in Downtown Richmond, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU Institute for Contemporary Art, and Altria Theater. Greater Richmond Convention Center and Stuart C. Siegel Center are also within 15 minutes. Richmond Main Street Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 820 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1468 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was decently maintained. There was some dust on my headboard and a wet spot near the refrigerator but other than that the room was comfortable. The rooftop bar was a blast, food decent enough after a long day of driving. All of the staff was super friendly, elevators were fast, valet was fast and organized. I'd stay again for a quick trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caryn

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Very clean good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Monique

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Great location. Friendly, helpful staff. Just check your bill. I paid for free breakfast, but was still charged and realized too late to dispute.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, good location, no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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We will definitely stay again at the Graduate by Hilton. Loved the clean room and the boutique style decor. Also wonderful breakfast we did valet parking and had no issues. the clean room and the boutique style decor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Summer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The stay was fine for just one night. The bathroom needed some TLC for sure, and if I was staying for longer I would've asked for a different room. I stay in a lot of hotels, and a lot of Graduates across the country for my line of work, and this was the first one where I could tell it was aging. The staff was very friendly and helpful! But I wouldn't go into this stay with high standards.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First off, the people are welcoming and accommodating no matter the hour of the day. The bed and bedding was perfection! Daily room refresh, restaurant and rooftop bar, multiple elevators, cold water in the lobby, room service available, etc. made it very comfortable. The decor is super cute and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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Great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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My Favourite Place to stay when in Virginia for NASCAR at Richmond Raceway. Close to the Track: 12 minutes drive to the Track. Longer on Race days of course. Rooftop Terrace with breathtaking views and sunsets and the Amazing Lights of Historic Buildings. Rooftop Pool 😳 Unbelievable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

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Great stay, awesome staff , beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable! The staff was very helpful. There is valet parking, but there other options such as city lots or street parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jana

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A wonderful hotel and pleasant staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the historic feel about the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Atha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff friendly and helpful. Room surface clean but dirt in corners of bathroom. No extra roll of bathroom tissue or Kleenex. No cups in bathroom for water. No machines in vending area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a room with bunkbeds and a sepereate room with a king mattress. Great to have a seperate space from the kids
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet room and excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, really enjoyed my birthday stay! Will definitely book again! Valet parking is definitely worth it due to location and limited street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really helpful and dedicated to providing stellar service. Check in/out was seamless and the valet was very prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at The Graduate. The staff were great and very attentive. Location was perfect and walkable to VCU campus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great valet service all online so makes easy to call up car when needed. Great bar and food available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and pro active
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, great staff, clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the look of the hotel staff was great very very long wait for the elevators and two broke down lots of people waiting for one elevator. It was a long wait. We
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026