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Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Michigan State University

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A bar area with a circular counter, multiple stools, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A cozy living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs.
A hotel with a rooftop bar named "Graduate" featuring outdoor seating and string lights.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Graduate" sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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133 Evergreen Avenue, East Lansing, MI, 48823
  • Place, Michigan State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Munn Ice Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Breslin Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Interior

Graduate King Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Graduate King Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Graduate 2 Queen Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A mustard-colored sofa with a plaid pillow, a small white table with a pink vase and green plant, and a decorative metal sign.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

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A mustard-colored sofa with a plaid pillow, a small white table with a pink vase and green plant, and a decorative metal sign.

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A mustard-colored sofa with a plaid pillow, a small white table with a pink vase and green plant, and a decorative metal sign.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

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

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A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a book and a bird figurine, a side table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Bonnie Suite)

A green-themed living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and decorative pillows.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bonnie Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A room with two beds, a window with a view, a chandelier, and a checkered curtain.

Family Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A modern office desk with a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on a green wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A mustard-colored sofa with a plaid pillow, a small white table with a pink vase and green plant, and a decorative metal sign.

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, green walls, floral curtains, a tufted headboard, and a painting above the bed.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Graduate)

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, green walls, a chandelier, and floral curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a white bed with a colorful blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A room with two beds, a window with a view, a chandelier, and a checkered curtain.

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Graduate)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, green upholstered headboard, floral curtains, and a view of the city.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

East Lansing

Grand River stay.A stay at this Grand River hotel places you steps from Massage & Wellness and within a 5-minute walk of Michigan State University. Also, Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Spartan Stadium is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan State University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Massage & Wellness - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Munn Ice Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Breslin Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • East Lansing Station - 6 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Foster Coffee Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beggar's Banquet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HopCat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harper's Restaurant & Pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

4-star hotel near Michigan State University
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include 4 meeting rooms and coworking spaces.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 5640 square feet (524 square meters) and includes a conference center. A 24-hour health club, multilingual staff, and an elevator are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton East Lansing. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star East Lansing hotel is smoke free.

  • 194 guestrooms or units
  • 5640 sq ft of conference space
  • 524 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing offers 194 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 150 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
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, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Graduate East Lansing
Graduate By Hilton Lansing
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Hotel
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing East Lansing
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Hotel East Lansing

Frequently asked questions

How close is Graduate by Hilton East Lansing to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing is 6.8 mi (12-min drive) away from the Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $147, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing.

Does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5.00 and 15.00 for adults, USD 5 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 35 per night.

Does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton East Lansing to downtown East Lansing?

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing is 0.2 mi away from East Lansing.

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 836 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1111 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property- clean and good staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location across from MSU and near lots of bars and restaurants. Cute decor, rooftop bar, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding always!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love this place from the Magic Johnson art to all the great little design details in the public spaces and rooms. Staff was great, location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel with great staff, easy parking and delicious coffee! Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

caren

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects of our stay were terrific! Will come again if in the area! Bill Pfund
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saulius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, clean room and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very great stay, the bed was so comfy and really homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was great!! Loved the rooftop bar and view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Cool decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and cool bar on the top floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful chic design hotel. Professional and friendly style. Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Graduate is an absolutely fantastic place to stay when in East Lansing. It’s within short walking distance to several local restaurants and bar locations. Convenient valet parking, and exceptionally friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

buffie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Clean, comfortable (bed was super comfortable), no noise. Morning coffee selection in the lobby was extensive (nothing free fyi). Bar in hotel to grab a drink and a bite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent in every way
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, clean spaces, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, from valet, to front desk, to cleaning crew. Everyone was very welcoming and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking at this location isn’t ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026