Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, a quick walk to Virginia Commonwealth University

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Reception
Lobby
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is SAR 632
SAR 735 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Corner

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate)

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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 - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Altria Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪NuVegan Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪GWARbar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Upscale hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
Located close to VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater, Graduate by Hilton Richmond provides a rooftop terrace, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Brookfield, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A ballroom, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 205 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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 transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 37 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Brookfield
  • Byrd House

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

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
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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 following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 14 to May 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

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

Does Graduate by Hilton Richmond have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 14 to May 15.

Is Graduate by Hilton Richmond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Richmond located?

Located in Downtown Richmond, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU Institute for Contemporary Art, and Altria Theater. Greater Richmond Convention Center and Stuart C. Siegel Center are also within 15 minutes. Richmond Main Street Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1294 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

Jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property provided a very nice stay for me and my daughter. The staff was attentive, friendly, and helpful. The rooms were decorated in such a fun way and were clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! The parking is valet only, just FYI.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hostess' were awesome and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and accommodating. Cafe downstairs was cozy and great for a quick breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the heart of VCUs campus!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

tracey

This property didn’t live up to the other fantastic Graduate locations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary Ellen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

María

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel and good location. No on-site parking but valet parking is available by paying a fee. Loved the breakfast! My room had a terrible noise (like running water) coming from the room next door. Even when I reported this and someone went to verify it, no additional actions were taken.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite hotels in Richmond.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom has a tiny sink with no place to even put a toothbrush. There are not enough outlets conveniently placed for a hair dryer/flat iron. There isnt even a shelf in the bathroom, just the tiny sink. There was definitely room for a vanity, not sure why anyone would design a bathroom like this.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent visit overall. The hotel was full and only had 2 elevators working, so it was always a wait for the elevator. Bed and shower were awesome! Walkable to Altria Theatre and downtown restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful hotel convenient to everything. Nice staff and good restaurant/bar. Only issue was the non working elevator which led to very long waits for the one working elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique and fun property, always glad to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable beds, great water pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very intriguing. Definitely upscaling
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing, and very very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

POOJA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay. Pleasantly Surprised that valet parking went the extra mile and charged my EV for our overnight stay and departure the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Graduate. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely place: clean, updated, comfortable beds, pillows, linens, etc. All the staff was courteous and friendly! The gym was adequate for my purposes and clean and well kept! We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024