See all properties

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.

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Graduate by Hilton Richmond

A reception area with a check-in counter labeled "Graduate Richmond," a tiled floor, and a ceiling with a grid pattern. - Graduate by Hilton Richmond (Richmond)
A reception area with a checkered chair, a reception desk with a 'Graduate Richmond' sign, and framed pictures on the wall. - Graduate by Hilton Richmond (Richmond)
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and tables, a bar, and a view of the city skyline. - Graduate by Hilton Richmond (Richmond)
An outdoor bar area with a city skyline view, a 'Graduate' sign, and outdoor seating. - Graduate by Hilton Richmond (Richmond)
A modern lobby with a black and white patterned wall, a black and white patterned curtain, and a black and white patterned rug with the text "Welcome to our hotel". - Graduate by Hilton Richmond (Richmond)
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
  • Breakfast available

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 15 of 15 rooms

Graduate Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

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)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a view of another room.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with a view.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Graduate King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
Map
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
  • Sonic Drive-In
    8 min walk
  • Brave Captain
    7 min walk
  • The Commonwealth Club
    2 min walk

Similar properties

Lobby
Omni Richmond Hotel
Downtown Richmond
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,505 reviews
Omni Richmond Hotel
Compare similar properties

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

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.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

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. 777 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1405 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel and pleasant staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Near VCU, Altria Theatre. Within walking distance of downtown and Convention Center. Lots of great restaurants also within walking distance. Beautiful property. Big rooms, clean, great mattress. Shower has great water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! The staff were friendly and helpful, the room was clean and had very comfortable beds, and it was conveniently close to the town square!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue I had was every time I went to use the elevator, it was always full with the cleaners and their carts. Outside of that, the place was wonderful! The rooftop bar was on point especially as the sun was setting. The bed was very comfortable and I felt very safe at this hotel. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Rooftop bar was fun.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are decent, nothing to write home about, but location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun hotel that is convenient to the convention center. The gym is great and the YMCA is really close. Bunch of great restaurants very close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice hotel. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, the rooms were clean and i didn't have to worry so much about security.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The basics are fine. Room was clean. Staff was friendly. Breakfast options, especially coffee, are overpriced (we walked to nearby cafes). We did not look at the gym or pool so we can't comment on that. The rooftop bar is nice and gives you wonderful views of the somewhat dull skyline and surface parking lots of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ajanae

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

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, fine. Parking is an issue, with your only choices being paid parking on the street or in nearby lots, or $37 a night hotel valet parking. In room amenities (coffee, water, toiletries, etc.) were the weakest I have seen similar hotels. Felt a bit nickel-and-dimey, especially considering the room rate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dong Wook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is maintained decently and the staffs are friendly. House keeping was done well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026