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About the Hotel

301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia, United States, VA 23220
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Near Virginia Commonwealth University
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Rooms and Suites

Graduate Richmond provides rooms with air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a sitting area. Some rooms are accessible by elevator. Available room types include double rooms, studios, and suites. Quadruple rooms include cable channels and two beds.

Onsite dining

The hotel has onsite restaurants. The Byrd House is Richmond's rooftop spot for snacks and cocktails. Enjoy country club dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including soups, sandwiches, and cocktails. Salt & Forge is a downtown Richmond spot for breakfast and lunch. Some restaurants offer views of the canal and murals.

Things to do

Guests can access a lobby-level game room with Shuffleboard, a Pool Table, and a Ping Pong table. The hotel is near the Canal Walk, which features an outdoor art gallery. Belle Isle in James River Park has wooded paths, bike trails, and historic sites. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts displays art exhibitions. Transportation assistance for guests with disabilities can be scheduled at the front desk.

Location and Surroundings

Graduate Richmond is near Virginia Commonwealth University, 20 km from Richmond International Airport. Landmarks nearby include the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (0.5 km), Tredegar Iron Works (1.5 km), the Science Museum of Virginia (2.5 km), the Greater Richmond Convention Center (1 km), the Virginia Capitol Building (0.5 km), Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site (1 km), the Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU (0.5 km), and the Bill "Bojangles" Robinson Monument (0.5 km).

Hotel Services

Meeting rooms are available. Cirrus Vodka tasting room allows guests to learn about the vodka-making process and sample craft cocktails. Ironing facilities are available. Mod & Soul sells clothing. The hotel can assist with transportation scheduling. A creative culinary team can create custom menus for events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Graduate Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
28 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
Graduate Queen Room
2 persons
28 m² 
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Graduata King Studio Suite
2 persons
54 m² 
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Graduate Family Suite
2 persons
54 m² 
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Richmond800 m
Airports
Richmond International (RIC) 16.8 km
Newport News/Williamsburg International (PHF) 109.0 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite

At Graduate By Hilton Richmond, two distinctive dining experiences await, showcasing authentic American flavors and inviting atmospheres. Guests can start their day with hearty breakfasts or unwind in the evening with delightful dinner offerings, all while enjoying the charm of Richmond.
Graduate By Hilton Richmond Hotel Restaurant photo
Graduate By Hilton Richmond Hotel Restaurant photo
Graduate By Hilton Richmond Hotel Restaurant photo

Brookfield

American
Ambiance
Modern and inviting setting, perfect for casual gatherings.
Key Offerings
Indulge in sun-up breakfasts featuring secret recipe soups and stacked clubhouse sandwiches, as well as signature specials and throwback cocktails on tap.
Reservation
Not needed.
Open for breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM and dinner from 4 PM to 10 PM, daily.

Byrd House

Casual rooftop dining
Ambiance
Charming rooftop with city views, ideal for relaxed gatherings.
Key Offerings
Enjoy snack bites and refreshing cocktails at one of Richmond's premier perch spots, offering a vibrant outdoor atmosphere.
Reservation
Not needed.
Open for dinner from 4 PM to 11 PM, with extended hours until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Location

301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia, United States, VA 23220
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301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia, United States, VA 23220
Nearby
Public Building
Virginia State Capitol
530 m
9th & Grace Sts
Virginia Capitol Building
530 m
Park
Capitol Square Park
410 m
Restaurants
Byrd House
100 m
301 West Franklin Street
Nuvegan
310 m
417 W Grace St
Q Rooftop Bar
340 m
201 W Broad St
Bistro 27
450 m
27 W Broad St
Max's On Broad
520 m
305 Brook Rd At the Maggie Walker Historical Plaza
Nisa Thai
440 m
118 S Belvidere St
Chez Foushee
450 m
203 N Foushee St
Nama
500 m
15 W Broad St
Saison
560 m
23 West Marshall Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 37 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$13 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2017
Number of floors:
16
Number of rooms:
205
Former name
Richmond Downtown

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