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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property
Southern hospitality meets artistic flair in Richmond's cultural heart, where fine dining and craft cocktails complement easy access to galleries and music venues.

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Graduate by Hilton Richmond, in the city's arts district, blends modern style with Southern warmth. Start your day with breakfast at the on-site Brookfield restaurant, and end it with drinks on the rooftop terrace overlooking VCU Institute for Contemporary Art.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Graduate Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 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

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

  • G5KT01 Egyptian building historic college Richmond Virginia
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Richmond which includes a city and central business district
    Broad Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • JJ9XN6 Altria Theater (formerly The Mosque), Richmond, Virginia, USA
    Altria Theater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Richmond_GreaterRichmondConventionCenter_6083623_05
    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

Upscale hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A ballroom, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 205 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • 16 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
Cribs (infant 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

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

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

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 1352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1352 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, wonderful staff and very well located.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy valet, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice property. It a bit far from the business center of Richmond but the walkable neighborhood has lots of nice restaurants and coffee options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this super cute hotel. The theme was very cool and intentional and the staff members were friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was warm and friendly - worst bed I've ever slept in though
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location, easy street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajanae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here staff is so nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an excellent facility! So happy with our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and quiet overall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was very clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Plenty of amenities. Great location. Very much enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and the staff was courteous and helpful. My only issue was with the restaurant. There were no healthy choices on the breakfast menu -- no fruit, no oatmeal, no yogurt. Only fried foods like bacon, eggs and fried potatoes, though in different formats. I ordered the corned beef hash which was okay (not great) but i would have preferred something healthier. A little pricey, too. Parking overnight a little pricey also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, friendly staff. I didn't eat at hotel so I can't comment. Nice bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick stay for a show, room was clean and quiet, easy check in/check out, and valet parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and very helpful. Loved the front desk staff who gave me restaurant recommendations and the friendly bar staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff. fun lobby/design. very comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice rooms / hallways / common areas; only one of 3 elevators was working and even that was slow - these things happen but those elevators need renovation. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Great value with great lobby and room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super comfortable beds! Great lobby restaurant. Loved sitting at the counter for dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very clean, the restaurant and bar area was great and the experience was fun. The valet parking attendant was really good and the app to request your vehicle worked well. We walked to the Altria Theater which is only a short distance away.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and the location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierce

Nice rooftop bar/ restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025