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Graduate Richmond

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
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Rooftop terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Point of interest
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)
Breakfast and dinner served
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Graduate Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King Accessibl)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, 2 Bathrooms (Graduate Family Suite)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Designer toiletries
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Graduate King Accessible)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Graduate Deluxe Corner King)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Richmond

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

  • Broad Street - 3 min walk
  • 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

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 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/games 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 sunloungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • A billiards/pool table, a lift and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews say good things about the dining options, overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All 205 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges 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 transport

  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

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

More

  • 16 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Building
  • 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 14 September to 15 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 lb 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.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from 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 swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from September 14 until May 15.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate Richmond?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Richmond on 19 May 2024 start from NZ$306.06, including 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 lb 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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.

Graduate Richmond Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1124 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quiet, staff was friendly and helpful; location was convenient to VCU and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick, Lansdowne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I ❤️ The Graduate Richmond! They have the best staff working there! I appreciate all they do to make our stay special! My sincere thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Spencer

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall, the property is in good condition and we had a pleasant stay. My only complaint is that they seem to allow smoking in the rooms which affects the smell and can be a negative experience for non-smokers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

6/10 Okay

Ann

Travelled with family
It was close to VCU campus and convenient to walk around town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ruben Jarrif

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and services, the personal from recepción very helpful answering all my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Mandatory valet parking, which required long wait. Rude/disrespectful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
NA
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024