Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property

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Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)
Lobby
Breakfast and dinner served
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Graduate King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond puts you in the heart of Richmond, within just a 10-minute stroll of Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a rooftop terrace. .The restaurant, Brookfield, is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Richmond hotel include Altria Theater and Greater Richmond Convention Center.

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, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 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
  • ‪Tarrant's Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and an arcade/games 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
  • 16 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • 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 a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 37 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoke-free property

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 31 October to 1 May:
  • 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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on 21 June 2026 start from AU$242, 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.

Is parking available at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Richmond has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 37 per day.

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

No, Graduate by Hilton Richmond does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Graduate by Hilton Richmond's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 31 until May 1.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Richmond, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 769 out of 1396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1396 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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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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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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

Amy

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

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the unique finishes and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, comfortable and would totally come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy valet, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very nice, bed comfortable, shower hot, and perfect location for the event we attended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ajanae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here staff is so nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Space was spotless, staff was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location, easy street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this super cute hotel. The theme was very cool and intentional and the staff members were friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice property. It a bit far from the business center of Richmond but the walkable neighborhood has lots of nice restaurants and coffee options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff- from the Valets to the front desk & lobby bar, + we enjoyed an upgraded room w/ a nice City view,..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Booked this room for my parents for the holiday they loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was one of the best I’ve ever had certainly in any hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was warm and friendly - worst bed I've ever slept in though
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy seamless check-in and friendly staff. Nice room and decor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, the breakfast amenity was totally worth it. They had a text option and were very responsive. Would stay at again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Khara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, the room was spacious and clean. The room wasn't ready when I arrived but the woman who checked me in was gracious enough to upgrade the room as a courtesy for patiently waiting. The lobby and bar was nice as well. Location was perfect. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff and easy walking distance to vcu
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026