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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property

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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

Graduate Deluxe Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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, Accessible Bathtub

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

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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, Roll-in Shower

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

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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, Roll-in Shower, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 King Bed (Graduate)

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

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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
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

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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

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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

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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)

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

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Located in Downtown Richmond, Graduate by Hilton Richmond is within a 5-minute walk of Virginia Commonwealth University and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like VCU Institute for Contemporary Art. This 205-room, 4-star hotel has a 24-hour gym along with free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Broad Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Altria Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 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
  • ‪Brave Captain - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Commonwealth Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪GWARbar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, an arcade/game room, and a terrace.
42-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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.
  • 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on Aug 2, 2026 start from $161, including 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's there to do within easy reach of Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Richmond, just steps from Broad Street and Monument Avenue, and within a short walk of Altria Theater. You'll also find The National and Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 37 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond feature a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.

Are there hot tubs at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Richmond serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Brookfield.

Will Graduate by Hilton Richmond allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

The closest major airport to Graduate by Hilton Richmond is Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC), which is 9.3 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Graduate by Hilton Richmond.

Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 771 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1400 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ashlynn

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
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10/10 Excellent

Monte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place. We only stayed 1 night, but will stay there next time when in Richmond.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large room with comfortable king bed was appreciated after long drive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and updated rooms. Bar staff was great and bar is open late
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice hotel. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Tasty cookies.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family suite was fantastic. The layout, building quality, and two bathrooms were great for family travel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Nice rooms and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chef from upstairs was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean property-friendly, helpful staff. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable area. The hotel offered valet parking so a set it and forget it vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026