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Graduate by Hilton Richmond

301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Lounge
Pet Friendly

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About this property

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is a 4-star Hilton property in the heart of Richmond, VA, positioned just a 4-minute walk from Virginia Commonwealth University. The hotel encompasses 205 rooms, including 27 suites, making it a substantial presence in the city's hospitality landscape.

The 205 air-conditioned guest rooms feature refrigerators, iPod docking stations, and pillowtop beds dressed in premium bedding. Free wireless internet access and cable programming are standard in each room. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5, reflecting strong satisfaction with room quality and amenities.

Dining at the property is available at Brookfield, the on-site restaurant. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Recreation and wellness options include a 24-hour fitness center and rooftop terrace. Additional amenities encompass a game room, common-area television space, complimentary wireless internet, a ballroom and banquet hall for events, and billiards. The hotel maintains accessibility features including wheelchair-accessible paths throughout, accessible fitness facilities, accessible registration desk, and visual alarms in hallways.

Graduate by Hilton Richmond sits 7 minutes on foot from the VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and within 0.5 miles of Altria Theater. The Greater Richmond Convention Center is 0.7 miles away. Richmond International Airport (RIC) is approximately 11 miles distant, with typical driving time of 15–25 minutes depending on traffic; rental cars are available online. The property maintains a 4.2 out of 5 overall guest rating across 1,298 reviews.

Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome at a rate of $75 per pet per stay (non-refundable), with a maximum of two pets allowed per room; dogs and cats only. Service animals are exempt from all fees and restrictions. Valet parking is available for a surcharge, and luggage storage is on-site.

Location & nearby attractions

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is centrally located in Richmond, a 4-minute walk from Virginia Commonwealth University and 7 minutes by foot from VCU Institute for Contemporary Art. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Altria Theater and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Greater Richmond Convention Center.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Broad Street - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Monument Avenue - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Virginia Commonwealth University - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
1708 Gallery - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
VCU Institute for Contemporary Art - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Altria Theater - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Black History Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Central Business District - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Richmond CenterStage - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Hippodrome Theater - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Greater Richmond Convention Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Hollywood Cemetery - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Stuart C. Siegel Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Capitol Square - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
The National - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

The preferred airport for Graduate by Hilton Richmond is Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 15 km / 9.3 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 205 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Brookfield serving guests of Graduate by Hilton Richmond. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Getting here

Richmond International Airport (RIC): Approximate driving time is 15-25 minutes depending on traffic, which can vary, and distance is 11 miles. Rental cars are available online. Follow the airport signs to reach all transportation.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
We offer valet only parking for USD 37 per day with in/out privileges. Pull up to the entrance and have your car parked in our secured uncovered parking

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • We love pets! They can stay with us for $75 per pet per stay
  • non-refundable! So bring your companion and let us know at the front desk. You will be placed on a pet friendly floor. Hang our pet pendant on your door to let us know you have a special guest.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 6.00 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
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)