Graduate Richmond

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to Virginia Commonwealth University

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Rooftop terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Point of interest
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast and dinner served
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
The price is $151
$176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8

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Map
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Popular LocationVirginia Commonwealth University4 min walk
  • Popular LocationAltria Theater7 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreater Richmond Convention Center14 min walk
  • AirportRichmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)14 min drive

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

7.9/10 Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King Accessibl)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, 2 Bathrooms (Graduate Family Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

8.3/10 Very Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Graduate King Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Located in Richmond, Graduate Richmond is in the city center. VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater are cultural highlights and Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stuart C. Siegel Center or Richmond Raceway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 4 min walk
  • Altria Theater - 7 min walk
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 14 min walk
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 4 min drive
  • Science Museum of Virginia - 4 min drive

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
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪NuVegan Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate Richmond

Upscale hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
Located close to VCU Institute for Contemporary Art and Altria Theater, Graduate 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 a ballroom
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, a billiards/pool table, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say good things about the dining options, overall value, and helpful staff
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 spacious 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

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 6 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
  • 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
  • Built in 1972
  • 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

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
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Property is also known as

Graduate Richmond Hotel
Graduate Richmond Hotel
Graduate Richmond Richmond
Graduate Richmond Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate Richmond?

As of Jun 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Richmond on Jul 7, 2024 start from $151.0, 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.

Is Graduate 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 Richmond?

Valet parking is available for USD 37 per day.

What time is check-in at Graduate 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 Richmond?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Graduate 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.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1140 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING! Super cute spot, the inside and the rooms have such a cute aesthetic, when i go back to Richmond for my next visit i will most def be staying here. The staff was so kind and so welcoming. Very friendly for everyone. I’m just so amazed by my whole experience with my stay there. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliette, Alexandria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. The staff were all very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel close to many locations in downtown Richmond. Valet parking makes parking easy. Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed the “collegiate” theme in the hotel. Noticed quite a few small maintenance details that needed to be taken care of- areas on the baseboard in our room that had been patched but not painted; towel hook on the bathroom door broken; fridge not working well (didn’t keep drinks cold). The toilet in one of our companions’ rooms had leaked overnight (from the tank, so clean water), running out of the bathroom and soaking the carpet. We informed the front desk in the morning; however, upon returning to the hotel around 4:30, the carpet was still soaked and the towels our companions had used to wipe some of the water were still on the floor. It was evident the room had not been serviced by maintenance or housekeeping. Informed the front desk and requested a room change, but the attendant stated they’d have to verify the issue work maintenance. Eventually (after much heated discussion), a supervisor became involved and provided a new room. Valet staff were friendly and efficient. The rooftop bar had no food service on Friday evening (around 6/7pm), so out want an option to get snacks with our drinks. Not sure our experience was worth what we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kortni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my staff. The staff was nice and accommodating. I enjoyed the pool and the rooftop bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0