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4.3 out of 5

"Really quiet and clean area. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 04 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

4-star hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University

Central Richmond getaway

Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Richmond hotel, you'll find Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art. Also, Altria Theater is within half a mile (1 km) and Greater Richmond Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

Dining, 24-hour fitness

This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, laundry service, and valet parking. There's a seasonal outdoor pool on site, and a 24-hour front desk and a rooftop terrace are also provided.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
CA $216* Per night/room 3 Apr. - 4 Apr.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King Accessibl)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, Multiple Beds, 2 Bathrooms (Graduate Family Suite)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Graduate Richmond ratings based on 18 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Graduate Richmond

Everyone (11) Family (5)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 18 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

21 Mar. 2024 by Alfredo Alvarado, GM

Thank you for a great review and for staying with us!

5 out of 5

Posted by on 12 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

21 Mar. 2024 by Alfredo Alvarado, GM

Thank you for a great review and for staying with us!

4 out of 5
Really quiet and clean area.

Posted by on 4 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Feb. 2024 by Alfredo Alvarado, GM

Thank you for staying and leaving the review.

5 out of 5

Posted by , from NEW YORK on 31 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

21 Mar. 2024 by Alfredo Alvarado, GM

Thank you for a great review and for staying with us!

4 out of 5

Posted by on 11 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Dec. 2023 by Alfredo Alvarado

Thank you for a positive review

3 out of 5
This Graduate is not nearly as charming as others. My room had significant damage to paint and headboard.

Posted by on 13 Aug. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Aug. 2023 by Francyne

Thank you for visiting and thank you for bringing the issues you experienced to our attention. We would like to connect with you further regarding your stay. Will you please email us with these details of your stay and your reservation number for us to connect you with the appropriate representative?

5 out of 5
Perfect for walk to Altria Theater. walk was easy and less than 10 minutes. My sister rented a motorized scooter and it worked great on our walk to theater. Perfect hotel for location. Only wish was having complimentary coffee in lobby.

Posted by , from King George on 24 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
attractive hotel with attentive staff; was perfect location for my short visit;

Posted by on 8 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Apr. 2023 by Francyne

We are so glad to hear about your overall experience, Donald! Thank you for sharing and we hope to host you again soon!

4 out of 5

Posted by on 14 Nov. 2022

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5 out of 5
Front desk staff is pleasant and helpful

Posted by on 21 Oct. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

21 Oct. 2022 by Christina Harris

We are so glad to hear about your stay, Asaunte! Thank you for visiting and we hope you and your family visit us again soon!

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 14 to May 15:

  • Swimming pool

Property Features

Graduate Richmond offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate Richmond. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Richmond Main Street Station (3.9 km / 2.4 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Graduate Richmond offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • IPod dock
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Brookfield - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Byrd House - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00–6.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 32 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Graduate Richmond Hotel
  • Graduate Richmond Hotel
  • Graduate Richmond Richmond
  • Graduate Richmond Hotel Richmond

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
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