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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Virginia Commonwealth University

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Reception
Terrace/patio
2 restaurants, breakfast served
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Lobby
In Richmond's vibrant arts district, Graduate by Hilton Richmond offers a unique blend of modern style and Southern charm. Savor breakfast at Brookfield, the on-site restaurant, or unwind with a cocktail in hand at the rooftop terrace overlooking VCU Institute for Contemporary Art.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 2 restaurants
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$169 nightly
The total price is $197
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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Air conditioning
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Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
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Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

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Premium bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
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Premium bedding
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Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate) | Living area | 42-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220

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 Intl. Airport (RIC) - 14 min drive
  • Richmond Staples Mill Road Station - 12 min drive
  • Ashland Station - 22 min drive
  • Richmond Main Street Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudhouse Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪NuVegan Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Commonwealth Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lemaire - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Two Tree Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Broad Street and Virginia Commonwealth University. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Brookfield, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. Also, Greater Richmond Convention Center and Richmond Raceway are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 205 rooms
    • Arranged over 16 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 37 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2017
  • ATM/banking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Brookfield - This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare.
ByrdHouse - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.00 to 20 per person

Renovations and closures

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

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 37 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

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

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Richmond does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 37 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Richmond and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Richmond like?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is in Downtown Richmond, a short 3-minute walk from Broad Street and 4 minutes' walk from Virginia Commonwealth University. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Bathroom
Lobby
Rooftop bar
Parking
Restaurant
Food

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant and dining options received high praise for their great food, nice atmosphere, and friendly service. (12 reviews)
  • The property is very accommodating of pets, with excellent staff care and a pet-friendly atmosphere. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel! The staff is outstanding and the accommodations are fantastic.
Deanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great vibe and experience
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend in Richmond

Beautiful hotel. Awesome staff and very walkable neighborhood. Plenty of activities within walking distance. Culturally fluid food choices. Great drinks etc
Wanda, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not great

Hotel is not in good condition. Bed lumpy and old, tv broken, shower has terrible water pressure. Feels more like a motel than an hotel.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for downtown Richmond

Very comfortable beds, crisp clean sheets & 3 pillows on queens. Bathroom immaculate. Staff friendly & helpful. Valet parking was prompt. Wooden coin at check-out for free coffee. Roof top bar was a plus!
Francine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not very many linens--we didn't even have a bathmat. Beds are comfy. Room was clean, but wear and tear in the bathroom. Lobby not very clean even at 7am in the coffee shops--table with sticky on it, moved over and found a pepperoni on the floor.
Erin, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Staff was nice, but the hotel was under construction and the valet took 30 minutes. We had to carry our own bags up to the room. The room was an absolute disaster.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were super friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and comfortable and seemed to have been renovated within the last few years.
Christina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location!
tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are great, spacious and well kept.
stephen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for downtown Richmond and VCU
Kierstan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, close to everything! Lobby restaurant is good as well. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Valet parking is perfect.
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our check in was simple and the staff super friendly
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good venue
John, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel was under renovation when we arrived, which we were not told in advance. The rooms were small, with the inability for someone to walk behind you if you were sitting at the desk. The elevators were tiny. The front entrance was cramped for automobiles. The Valet procedure took a few minutes to figure out. On a more positive note, all of the personnel were quite helpful, pleasant and very professional.
James, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay.

It was a good stay. It’s in a great location for any business af VCU. Easy walking distance. Hotel is dated and a little old. Dust in the corners and behind furniture. Good hotel, not great.
Dar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, great staff. Very Helpful!
Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very spacious.
Andre, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
Matthew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family stay

We stayed in the family suite, which was really quite spacious and nice. It was a real hit with our toddler too! For other people considering booking this type of room, it might be helpful to know that the only entrance to the room is through the “family” side (aka the bunk beds). The preference would be that the door is on the “parent” or “adult” side. While it wasn’t an issue for us, it would have been challenging if someone needed to leave the room while she was sleeping and causes some anxiety to have the entrance be on that side should someone enter unexpectedly, but there was a closure that wouldn’t allow someone to come in. The other thing to note is that there is valet service that is separate from the hotel. There is not parking on the property site.
Molly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
Andres, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

So-so

Check-in was a bit awkward due to third party booking, guest relations collected payment for incidentals (as expected) however claimed my card was declined for a trivial balance ($14ish) which was determined to be the difference from direct vs hotels.com booking. The in house restaurant was major draw to booking our stay at The Graduate, especially after a full day of travel- unfortunately, it was rented out for a private event. We had mediocre level door dash delivered and ate in our room. Lastly, valet service is an added charge- clearly stated on booking; however an added disclaimer should be the 30min wait to retrieve your vehicle the morning of departure. Overall, the stay was nice- the hotel is charming, just a few points of frustration.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff and cool rooftop
Todd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location…walk to Altria
tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Every single staff member we encountered was friendly and cheerful.
Stephanie, 4-night trip