Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Virginia Commonwealth University

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Reception
Terrace/patio
Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast served
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$272
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Altria Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 2 restaurants, 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 - 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 - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cava - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪NuVegan Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
There are 2 restaurants 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
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2017
  • 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
Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

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
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Brookfield
  • ByrdHouse

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 28 May 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area
  • Selected guestrooms

Alternative facilities will be available off-site during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

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 30 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$271.67, 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.

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. 721 out of 1318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1318 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blakely

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristi

Disliked: Staff & service
Bad evening staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here in the past and enjoyed it, but this last visit was a very different experience. Our room was dirty (white smears on the walls), profanity carved into the kids’ bunk bed, and a general smell and feeling of uncleanliness. We’ll be staying elsewhere in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia, Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Nice property. Conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Medha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay as always. Room decor is very cute. This time the sink in the bathroom was very tiny which was a bit inconvenient but overall a very comfortable stay. The new rooftop bar Byrd House is great addition. The view from there is amazing and the place has a great vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and cool rooftop
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Muriel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eron

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location…walk to Altria
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Everything was above board wonderful Hotel will probably stay there again. Definitely tell my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not worth the money.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The valet parking is a bit pricey but excellent service, courteous, responsive, and very prompt to fetch your car.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Falisha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value, comfort, and location

This was our second time staying st Richmond Graduate, and it was still a great experience! Check-in was pleasant and easy, the room was spotless, and comfortable, and the location is fantastic (near downtown and only a few miles from one of the most unique areas of Richmond, Carytown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Ellen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are on the worn side but you can't argue with the location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For a Hilton I was surprised in the condition. Old rugs, and running toilets. Just did not smell fresh and clean. We did eat at the only restaurant inside the facility .The food and service was very good. We appreciated the front end team on reassigning us to an adequate substitute to our original room. For the location , not a very safe area to walk ,especially in the evening. Most stores looked like they have been closed for sometime. This hotel is a place to go if you were driving through and needed to spend a night. Nothing was that horrible just basic and needs a good update. Staff was caring and wanted to do the best possible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025