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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University

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A reception area with a check-in counter labeled "Graduate Richmond," a tiled floor, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.
An outdoor bar area with a city skyline view, a 'Graduate' sign, and outdoor seating.
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".
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and tables, a bar, and a view of the city skyline.
A reception area with a checkered chair, a reception desk with a 'Graduate Richmond' sign, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Altria Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Double Bed, Mobility Accessible

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

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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 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)

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

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)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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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)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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The Commonwealth

Downtown Richmond
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,417 reviews
The price is CA $197
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Commonwealth

About the area

Richmond

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).

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Broad Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Altria Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

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
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4-star hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Richmond. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • 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
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

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

Things to do

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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: 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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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

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 and a smoke detector
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.

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

How close is Graduate by Hilton Richmond to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is 9.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on Nov 22, 2026 start from CA $207, 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 Richmond have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton Richmond.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Graduate by Hilton Richmond, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3.00 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a restaurant?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is home to Brookfield, which features light fare. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 1.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Richmond to downtown Richmond?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is 0.7 mi away from Richmond.

Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 860 out of 1532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 1532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1532 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and ambience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Raz the valet ... outstanding! Really enjoyed our stay. Alice Cooper at the Altrea, very convenient, great beds. Super staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was super convenient and a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly chill vibes with the staff seems like a good environment for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite hotel in Richmond!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good place. Decent gym. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, awesome staff , beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the college theme of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel, nice rooms, amenities. Roof top bar was nice st night. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great property, and lovely bars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, easy street parking…friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, a cute little staycation for my birthday. The staff was so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute place to stay and conveniently located to everything downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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