Southern hospitality meets artistic flair in Richmond's cultural heart, where fine dining and craft cocktails complement easy access to galleries and music venues.
Graduate by Hilton Richmond, in the city's arts district, blends modern style with Southern warmth. Start your day with breakfast at the on-site Brookfield restaurant, and end it with drinks on the rooftop terrace overlooking VCU Institute for Contemporary Art.
Located in Richmond, Graduate by Hilton Richmond is in the city center. VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater are cultural highlights, while White House of the Confederacy is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stuart C. Siegel Center or Richmond Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Richmond travel guide
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
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
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Richmond Main Street Station
4 min drive
Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)
14 min drive
Restaurants
DCG
3 min walk
Brave Captain
7 min walk
Mudhouse Coffee
5 min walk
Domino's Pizza
4 min walk
Tarrant's Cafe
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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
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 about 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
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.
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
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
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
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
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 does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Richmond?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Richmond on 15 March 2026 start from AED 539, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
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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Reviews
Graduate by Hilton Richmond Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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The hotel was clean, relaxing and beautiful. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The hotel also provided a wonderful experience for my dog. My only issue at the hotel was about the breakfast. At the check in process and at the restaurant, we were informed that the breakfast was included. The food and services at the breakfast area were excellent, but just at the time of checkout, we were informed that we had a credit of only $30 per day for breakfast for 3 people. In addition, the hotel doesn’t have any breakfast for $10. We had to pay for breakfast for every day we stay at the hotel and we felt frustrated for hidden fee and information.
Yanet
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kamae
14 October 2025
Liked: Amenities
The hotel was very clean. Housekeeping does an excellent job. The staff in general were very accommodating and informative. Chef Trent and Cherelle both clearly have a deep understanding of hospitality. Meals prepared by Chef Trent were delicious. Thank you both for being the highlight of my stay.
This is a very busy hotel due to its proximity to the VCU campus, but the staff manages to be helpful and very responsive. I will make a special mention of the beds that are super comfortable! I slept like a baby on a cloud :-)
ASSEM
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
francis
31 July 2025
Room and bed were very comfortable. Nice bathroom and shower.
Beautiful hotel. Awesome staff and very walkable neighborhood. Plenty of activities within walking distance. Culturally fluid food choices. Great drinks etc
The only negative was that there is no parking at hotel and valeting your car costs 37 dollars a night!!
Besides this the room was very clean and comfortable, the rooftop bar was awesome as well as the lobby. Would definitely recommend!!