Name: Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
Address: 615 Washington Ave SE, Dinkytown, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, US
Price range: $152–$1,658 per night
Rating: 8.75

What guests think

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis earns praise for its campus-central location and collegiate decor, with many guests highlighting friendly staff and convenient on-site dining that includes a full-service restaurant plus attached Starbucks and Chick-fil-A.

Reviews repeatedly note problems with HVAC and in-room temperature control, sometimes leaving rooms uncomfortably warm or cold or requiring portable units. Parking is paid and can be limited or confusing, and some guests mention noise from nearby venues or slamming doors. Cleanliness and service are generally solid but inconsistent, with many clean, comfortable stays alongside occasional maintenance lapses, missed housekeeping, slow check-in, or hard-to-reach staff. Expect a stylish, convenient base on campus with trade-offs around room climate and parking.

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Facilities

Guests like the lively common spaces and on-site dining (Beacon restaurant plus attached Starbucks/Chick-fil-A). Parking is paid and often limited or confusing; a few reviews mention occasional equipment or elevator issues.

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Richard

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The entire experience was very nice. Some the hotel was a little tired but it was overall very nice. Good bar. Limited breakfast menu in the restaurant. Would still recommend though.

4

Annie

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

For a 4-star hotel I was not impressed. The room was dingy, chipping on the walls and shower. Offered no free parking in the area. Paid $245 for one night stay and parking wasn’t even included. Had to pay an additional $30 to park on the street and pay and risk getting a ticket if you wanted to park overnight. Asked for a microwave to be sent to the room. 45 minutes and 3 calls/visits to the main lobby, we finally received a microwave.

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Adam

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking in the lot wasn’t available. Very inconvenient.

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Melissa

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walkway from parking garage was locked and closed. Also, the elevators were down so we couldn’t park higher due to have to carrying the luggage down the stairs and we had to walk through the parking ramp.

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Brad

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Doors slamming in the morning was loud and annoying. Bed very firm. Room is spacious, great restaurant/bar, lots of room to socialize in the lobby area with game tables, sitting areas, etc. Great location on U of M campus.

10

Wade

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was beautiful, you can tell a lot of thought went into the design. Staff was very friendly. Parking was very convenient and fairly inexpensive compared to other hotels we have stayed at. Would love to see more hooks in the bathroom to hang toiletry bags, etc. Top Golf Suite is a little strange, there are 3 bays and the staff have to come open it up for you. You are basically left in there by yourself, no music, no-one to help when there are issues etc.

10

Eric

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was so unique and fun. MN sports loving family so the decor and theme was spot on. We were in town for a college tour of the U so the location was also ideal. Walking distance to the campus tour, the stadium gift shop and multiple food/coffee options. The hotel restaurant food was delicious and large portions, our server was very friendly and entertained several questions about her experience at school which relaxed our nervous future student. Love the connected Starbucks and the inviting study spaces in the lobby, it felt like just another student center on campus.

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William

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Stay in the Heart of Campus! Centrally located on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, this hotel is perfect for visitors wanting easy access to campus facilities and public transport. Onsite dining includes restaurants and a Starbucks, with fast food options just steps away. Rooms are well appointed with super comfy beds, and the gym is impressively equipped—ideal for traveling athletes. Highly recommend!

10

Rob

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Attached Starbucks, restaurant, virtual top golf, indoor fire pit.

10

Corinne

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We somehow got a good rate here on a football game day, which was lucky. It did make it trickier to park but we were able to get in the Wash Ave ramp without a problem (connected via skywalk if you have bad weather). The hotel has really fun/cool decor, and our room was cleverly decorated. Comfy beds. The golf equipment was broken but we didn't have time anyway; it looked like there were other fun amenities as well. For parents of U students, there is no better location if the rate isn't sky high. Would definitely stay here again.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and public areas clean, but feedback is mixed. Reports include mold in bathrooms, damp linens, pests, and missed or delayed housekeeping.

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Catherine

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom wasn’t very clean and room floor was wet when I arrives

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Ashley

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I got to my room the bedding and pillows were damp. When I went to let the front desk know he apologized and gave me a new room right away. The bedding was damp in that room also. The manager explained that the rooms were recently turned over and apologized that the linens were most likely not fully dried. He checked another room before giving me a 3rd set of keys and did let me know I could call the front desk to have linens brought to the room at anytime if I needed. The 3rd room also had damp bedding. At this point I just admired everyone's effort and friendliness to make things right that I just hung the comforter over the shower curtain rod and propped the pillows up to dry while I went out for the evening. Thankfully everything was dry by the time I went to sleep. Even though the bedding was damp in 3 rooms the staff was great, and the rooms looked impeccable.

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Shannon

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We arrived in August, before the start of their season and while their HVAC system was being updated. Thus, our room had an additional, portable AC unit in it to supplement their system. While not ideal, the staff were honest about the situation and the unit cooled the room well. The room was very clean. We enjoyed the attached restaurant, the Beacon, and we even played some air hockey in the lobby, which was a comfortable place to hang out as we met with some people. They had some free water bottles and complementary ice cream sandwiches! Very nice staff. When we visit UMinn again, we will definitely stay at The Graduate again, where we can walk to anywhere on campus.

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Debra

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was disgusting. The small windows looked directly into air conditioning units. The only chair in the room was shredded. Lastly, there were spots of dried urine on the toilet seat. After I complained we were upgraded to a different room. However, that room had a previous guest’s opened snacks and wrappers in a drawer. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone!!!

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LUIS

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great just that we found some cockroaches in the room other than that was ok

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Amelia

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had an excellent stay at the Graduate Minneapolis. The king suite was clean, and warm (feeling). Great bed, perfect pillows and a great location. Would absolutely recommend the stay.

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Stephanie

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We found cockroaches in our room. When I went to the front desk they simply said sorry and that they have them. I will NOT be returning.

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Stacey

Mar 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Love that its dog friendly. Designed well. My only ding is my shower floor was noticeably dirty, I could see marks where someone was scrubbing but didn't finish it.

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Abby

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was nice and easy. Did have a little mold in the bathroom above the shower head and in the sink. Other than that, the beds were comfy and everything else looked clean.

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Jacob

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location, staff, cleanliness, and atmosphere.

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Rooms

Rooms feature playful collegiate decor and, for many, comfortable beds, though sizes vary. Recurring concerns involve temperature control/HVAC and occasional maintenance or noise near elevators or from the street.

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Beth

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room had great character, but was very small. The beds seemed very small as well and not very comfortable.

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Cami

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

ThinkingFriendly staff. Food was great at restaurant and service amazing. Rooms are clean. The hotel doesn’t have a welcoming scent or smell. Towels are like sandpaper. Bedding smells clean but not fresh. Small beds they are NOT Queen but room and bathroom are good size. Limited parking. Nice location to walk on campus or for events. Any Options for food close.

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Andrea

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Such a cool hotel, ambience is great, and beautifully designed. The common areas are great, bar was cool, and location was excellent. Staff was very nice. AC did not work and it was hot in the room. Requested 2 days in a row to have it fixed. Response per text was fast, but no follow up after that at all, and it did not get fixed. Stayed for 3 nights.

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Steve

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location for UMN, super-comfy beds, great water pressure, helpful front desk, but meh coffee.

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Luzmaria

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great decor.

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Rachel

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Faucet in bathroom wouldn’t turn off. Called the front desk and they said they were sending someone up. Waited and no one ever came. Left the next day with water still running. Housekeeping must have been able to get someone in there while we were out for the day because it wasn’t running when we got back. After a couple uses of the faucet, same thing started to happen. My husband hand to go under the sink to “hand tighten” a bolt so it decreased between a drip and dribble. Light in bathroom going in and out. Outlet in bathroom didn’t work either. Another outlet in room by the desk didn’t work either. Super disappointed and won’t stay again.

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christopher

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I loved the tram that took us directly to US Bank Stadium! The only huge issue we had is our room only had one working outlet so we could only charge 1 phone. The outlets in the fixtures and the USB ports were not functional and the plugs would fall out or loose which would be a fire hazard

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Mark Erik

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Air conditioner wasn't working in one of the hottest days. Bed was terribly unconfortable.

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Jennifer

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We were assured that the AC would be working by Monday when we checked in on Saturday - so we decided to stay. The AC was still not working when we left on Wed. When we came back to our room on Tuesday, someone had turned the portable AC in our room off during the day. Our room was almost unbearably hot Tuesday not. I had my 76 year old mom staying with me.

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Eda

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was impossible to sleep at night in this hotel due to a very noisy bar across the street. Otherwise, it’s a nice hotel.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating. However, several reviews cite understaffing, slow or rough check-in, difficulty reaching the front desk, and frustration over fees, benefits, or third-party booking issues.

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Jeanine

May 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Booked and pre-paid last fall for a King suite for graduation weekend. Checked in to find we had an ADA double Queen room and they were full. Front desk blamed it on the third-party provider we used (Hotels.com). Really? So what happened? I think The Graduate could get a higher price than what I paid and kicked me out.

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Tricia

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk not always staffed. Waited several minutes for someone to arrive. Also no answer when you call the front desk. Good location.

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Mila

Jun 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Truly the staff went above and beyond specially Kaitlyn! She made us feel welcome and worked through difficulties at check in

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Alyssa

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very welcoming hotel, staff was friendly and helpful, will stay here again!

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Patrick

Aug 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Graduate is an excellent hotel choice if you want to be right in the middle of campus. The last weekend we were there the hotel had three volleyball teams for a tournament, two wedding parties and it was move in weekend and the staff was perfect. Henry was exceptionally helpful and patient with every gust who came to the counter.

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Andrei

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoy this hotel and have stayed there before, however I: I did not receive any VIP benefits I was supposed to and very disturbed to see a $10 “destination fee” added for each night we stayed. We were paid for this room at booking and were never informed of this. When I called the desk clerk said that Hilton adds this to every booking and that it may not be visible when booking is done through Expedia. This is very troubling. The clerk said that this $10 fee includes certain hotel credits that we were never informed of…nor did I hear any other guests being told of this when they were checking in. Adding fees without being told is a disturbing practice. Those booking at Hilton properties through Expedia should review their bills.

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Joshua Alan

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our first room was too hot and humid to sleep in comfortably. The shower also did not drain. I had to ask multiple times about it and after engineering checked the AC and agreed that it wasn’t working properly, he gave us a fan. He did fix the shower for us. I asked the next day if we could switch rooms, which they did allow us to do. The new room wasn’t much cooler (we had the air set to 65, but it only got down to 72), so I asked for a fan. The front desk agent said they had none to give us. I called the front desk a couple of times during our stay and only got through to someone half of the times. The times I did get through, it took a very long time for someone to answer. When staying at the graduate, part of the perks are that you have access to the university rec centers. This includes the pool. During our stay, we were not able to use the pool because of a swim meet taking place there. We were not informed of this when we booked. Overall, the facility is nice, and the bar staff was nice. I don’t think I would return though because of the previously mentioned issues.

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Nicholas

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Severely understaffed

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Melissa

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was a little rough. Despite it being 5:45pm, no one was at the counter. Then, there was in issue linking my reservation to the room, which took check in a long time. Our friends staying here were given the wrong room type but were comped free breakfast. The gentleman at check in was very apologetic and kind. The decor here is fun. I have Loni Anderson leering over me while sleep. My son and his friend enjoyed the gaming tables and the adults enjoyed the space to sit and have a drink. Will come back if my son picks U of MN.

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sandra

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed here because my husband was having organ transplant surgery 2 blocks away at the University of Minnesota hospital. I learned after i had already booked my stay that there was a discounted rate i qualified for as a spouse of a surgical patient. I asked staff to fix my rate but they would not bc i had used a 3rd party app to book. Instead they offerred me a free bottle of water. Really? Not cool. Great restaurant and restaurant staff

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Location

Right on the University of Minnesota campus with the light rail steps away, making it easy to reach stadiums, hospitals, and downtown. Some guests noted noise from nearby nightlife or door slams and disruptions from construction.

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Daniel

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I can't believe there's a better location if you're going to a Gophers game. In addition, the light rail is across the street and it is extremely easy to get to Target Field or US Bank Stadium on the green line. Perfect location and the hotel is unique in the best way. Loved the hotel.

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Jeremy

Apr 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Campus centric without being swallowed by the city nor the bustle or campus daily traffic by autos or foot traffic. Parking on site or ramp next door so easy in and out

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Jennifer

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charming and well located; this was a perfect stop for my trip to Mpls for a Vikings' game and U of M visit. Very convenient and comfortable overall. Was super easy to get to light rail and area is very walkable as well

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Mark

Apr 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The protest is very cool. Right next to the university. Wide variety of restaurant options in close proximity. The light rail stops right in front of the hotel.

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Amanda

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for U of M orientation. Walkable to campus and multiple restaurants. Parking was full but parking garage adjacent to hotel was easy - even has a walkway connecting to hotel. Will definitely stay here again.

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Michelle

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel located right in the middle of UM . Perfect for parents visiting the college and don’t want to drive a lot. You can walk on campus easily

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Nisha

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location

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VINCENT M

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel. Close to all the U of M facilities and a quick light rail ride from downtown.

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amanda

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the location, close to the university. Walkable area.

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Kwari

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I really enjoyed how close the metro was to the campus. Thr dining options in the area were great. Thr first level felt very cabin like and chill. I would definitely stay here again!

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Dining

Beacon restaurant and bar receive frequent compliments, and having Starbucks and Chick-fil-A on site is convenient. Breakfast options can feel limited or pricey, and the bar sometimes closes earlier than expected.

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Richard

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The entire experience was very nice. Some the hotel was a little tired but it was overall very nice. Good bar. Limited breakfast menu in the restaurant. Would still recommend though.

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Jacklyn

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved everything! This was our first stay at a Graduate property and I was really impressed by every detail to connect to the university and city. The lobby was so unique…games to play, quiet spaces, cozy seating…just the best. The food at the restaurant was great and offered many choices. We ate dinner and breakfast there and both were awesome. The staff was so good. Well done Graduate!

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Hal

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The AC in the hotel wasnt working. They offered refund but they put a portable unit in the room and it worked fine. Havw us free water and breakfast and parking. The breakfast was so so.

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Paul

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent stay for out son's dive meet. The Staff was excellent, friendly and quite fast. We had small toilet issue and it was fixed 10 min later. Having Starbucks, Chick-fil-a attached to the hotel is very nice. The hotel restaurant, Beacon Public House was also excellent. Food was a lot better that we expected!

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Emmett

Jan 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed at this hotel for the Giants Vikings game. Was convenient to take the train to the game. Room was nice but a bit lacking. Didn't have a free water bottle or basic things to expect from hotels. Convenient to have Starbucks, Chick Fil-A and a restaurant on premises. Let us check in early.

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Samuele

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All good Comfortable bed Ok fitness area Good internet speed Breakfast at restaurant good but expensive Very friendly and uncomplicated staff. Would book again

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Tom

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice staff, very comfortable beds and bedding! Very convenient location! I loved that there was a Starbucks and Chic Filet within the hotel! I highly recommend this hotel!

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Alan

Feb 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sad that there are no restaurants bars or fast food open in and around Graduate after a night basketball game. Can’t understand why the bar in the Graduate closes so early? If it’s about safety hire security but this is a bummer and I rate the hotel Lowe because of this.

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Andrea

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay. The hotel looks great. Shower is nice! Wish the restaurant made food later, but it was nice to come back and be able to get drinks. Great option for our Farm Aid 40 show!

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Andrea

Oct 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, clean and the restaurant bar was amazing

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Month	Average price
January	$130
February	$152
March	$149
April	$166
May	$201
June	$184
July	$180
August	$167
September	$257
October	$235
November	$172
December	$134

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $261	17 $159	18 $164	19 $158
20 $171	21 $165	22 $167	23 $167	24 $163	25 $252	26 $187
27 $152	28 $172	29 $172	30 $173

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $178	2 $1,553	3 $1,658
4 $212	5 $160	6 $216	7 $234	8 $439	9 $212	10 $208
11 $158	12 $175	13 $197	14 $195	15 $160	16 $199	17 $158
18 $158	19 $211	20 $188	21 $211	22 $181	23 $1,415	24 $293
25 $209	26 $184	27 $177	28 $206	29 $164	30 $159	31 $175

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