Graduate Hotels

Graduate Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

The 204-room Graduate Ann Arbor is located downtown, a short walk from restaurants and shops and one block from the University of Michigan’s campus. The lobby is designed to pay tribute to the arts, counterculture and political scene of this famously progressive community and speak to its storied history. Design highlights include recovered traditional library furnishings, commissioned mural by local artist Ian Machett and graffitied manifestos throughout guest rooms.

Graduate Athens

Athens, GA

Graduate Athens is located near downtown Athens and a short walk from the scenic and historic University of Georgia campus. Residing in a reclaimed Foundry, the hotel’s design celebrates Athens’ two sides – traditional Southern décor with an alternative twist to reference the city’s thriving music scene. With 122 rooms, Graduate Athens offers a variety of rooms types from standard guestrooms to distinctive suites. Additionally, the hotel also boasts two food & beverage outlets, an on-site music venue, spa and outdoor pool.

Graduate Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

Graduate Berkeley is a short walk to University of California –  Berkeley’s campus.  Formerly the Hotel Durant, the 140-room hotel is a historic city landmark. Its design is reflective of the community’s bohemian spirit and political activism. The hotel maintains its original neighborhood restaurant, Henry’s, named for the founder of the University. 

Graduate Bloomington

Bloomington, IN

Prominently located on Kirkwood, Graduate Bloomington is campus comfy (yep, just steps from the iconic Sample Gates) and neighboring all the shops and eats on historic Courthouse Square. The lobby invites conversation with a wink and nod to B-town’s famously fictitious b-ball team— “Welcome To Indiana Basketball”! The lexicon is lit by a cluster of game winning globes dangling amidst an artful install of hoops and commissioned local works. The puzzling major (enigmatolgy for the win?) and checkered past of IU alum Will Shortz, has influenced the hotel's crossword-clad floors. The vintage bleachers, over stuffed sofas and court-long tables, play host to a whole lotta hanging out with a warm convo on tap. The property also boasts one food & beverage outlet and two outdoor terraces.

Graduate Charlottesville

Charlottesville, VA

Graduate Charlottesville is located on Main Street overlooking The Corner, across from University of Virginia’s Grounds and one mile from the Downtown Mall. The 135-room hotel maintains a classic design aesthetic and features two food and beverage outlets, a lobby-level café and rooftop bar, as well as a game room on the second floor.

Graduate Iowa City

Iowa City, IA

The nine story, 231-room Graduate Iowa City is located on Dubuque St., directly off the Ped Mall. Drawing inspiration from the University of Iowa’s prestigious creative writing program, the hotel’s design welcomes visitors into a literary work of art. With walls covered in novel works by local author Tim Taranto, the lobby features floor-to-ceiling book cases and reading nooks as well as a cozy Tiger Hawk couch and long communal table inviting guests to cozy up with a good read. Design highlights include warm plaid drapery, Persian-patterned benches, floral-striped lounge chairs, Eskimo Pie nightstands and Goldfinch wallpaper.

Graduate Lincoln

Lincoln, NE

At 232 rooms and 16 stories tall, Graduate Lincoln is located in the heart of the Haymarket District, the epicenter of the community, and a short walk to University of Nebraska – Lincoln’s campus. The hotel’s design is Midwest-inspired and celebrates famous natives and university athletes including Johnny Carson, Brook Berringer and Edwin Perkins, the inventor of Kool-Aid. Hotel amenities include its lobby-level restaurant & bar, indoor pool and a variety of vintage arcade games in both the lobby and guestrooms. 

Graduate Madison

Madison, WI

Graduate Madison is located off Langdon Street directly behind the storefronts and bars of State Street and is one block from University of Wisconsin – Madison’s campus and Lake Mendota. Its lobby and 72 guestrooms are designed to celebrate Wisconsin’s outdoor lifestyle and the University’s vibrant student community. Graduate Madison features two food and beverage outlets: Portage Pi, a lobby-level coffee and hand pie shop, and Camp Trippalindee, a summer camp-inspired rooftop bar overlooking the lake and Capitol Square.

Graduate Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN

With 304 guestrooms, Graduate Minneapolis is located between Coffman Memorial Union and TCF Bank Stadium, making it the only on-campus lodging option at University of Minnesota. The hotel honors Minnesota’s scenic terrain, active community and celebrated hockey teams. Hotel amenities include a lobby-level gastropub, food carts and nearly 13,000 square feet of meeting & event space.

Graduate Oxford

Oxford, MS

Graduate Oxford is located directly on The Square, the cultural and historic hub of Oxford, and one mile from University of Mississippi. The hotel’s design incorporates Southern style, references to local and university icons and features several works of art commissioned by local artists. Graduate Oxford offers 136 guestrooms and two food & beverage outlets including its lobby-level café and rooftop bar overlooking The Square.

Graduate Richmond

Richmond, VA

Graduate Richmond is located next to Virginia Commonwealth University and one mile from downtown Richmond. The 203-room hotel commemorates Virginia’s rich history, punk music scene and notable natives including tennis legend Arthur Ashe. Additionally, the hotel offers two food & beverage outlets: Brookfield, a lobby-level café, and Byrd House, the hotel’s rooftop bar and pool.

Graduate Tempe

Tempe, AZ

Graduate Tempe sits across the street from Arizona State University’s campus and is a short walk from Mill Avenue restaurants and stores.  The hotel and 144 guestrooms pay homage to its southwest desert location and references the University’s renown science program. Graduate Tempe’s amenities include two food & beverage outlets, a diner and Mexican cantina, as well as an outdoor pool.

Graduate Seattle

Seattle, WA

Graduate Seattle sits proudly in Seattle’s University District. Purple pride runs deep in the lush lobby, inviting Huskies past and present. Over 36 feet of plaidly-clad sofas ease up to a communal coffee table warmly perched fireside. An installation of seashell mobiles dances above, an amped up wall invites conversation and jewel toned rooms wink at our storied past. High above, the scenic rooftop bar serves up hues and mountain views of the inspired landscape.