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Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to University of North Carolina

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Dinner served, American cuisine
Lobby
Exterior
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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311 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516
  • Place, Franklin Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, UNC Medical Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV, fireplace

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV, fireplace

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room-Mobility Accessible With Roll In Shower

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Chapel Hill

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill places you next to Franklin Street and within a 10-minute walk of University of North Carolina. This 70-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Franklin Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of North Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morehead Planetarium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • UNC Medical Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kenan Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 21 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dead Mule Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crunkleton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carolina Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to University of North Carolina
At Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for USD 27 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, coffee/tea in a common area, and free use of bicycles.
LCD TVs come with cable channels. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Fireplaces, refrigerators, and free local calls are also available.
A 24-hour health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 27 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Trophy Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Basketball
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,597 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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 path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 50 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 27 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 50

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Franklin Chapel Hill
Franklin Hotel
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Hotel Franklin
Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill Curio Collection Hilton
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Franklin Chapel Hill Curio Collection Hilton
Franklin Curio Collection Hilton
Graduate Chapel Hill
The Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill on Dec 14, 2025 start from $146.78, 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.

What is there to do around Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Chapel Hill, just steps from Franklin Street, and within a 10-minute walk of The Artscenter and Ackland Art Museum. You'll also find Morehead Planetarium and Memorial Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 27 per day with in/out privileges. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill include a casino on the premises?

No, Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a fireplace as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

The closest major airport to Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 17.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill?

Yes, some guestrooms at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Does Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill if that's in your vacation plans.

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