Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
4 stars

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

615 Washington Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States
Minneapolis, MN
See location+1 612 379 8888
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$108
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rate per night

8.4
Very good
based on 921 reviews
921 reviews

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Overview

Graduate Minneapolis offers a hip lodging option on the campus of University of Minnesota. The stylish red-brick hotel is a great option for parents of university students, alumni, and business travelers. The hotel is less than a 10-minute walk from a nearby concert hall and an art museum.

Chic, stylish rooms are fitted with contemporary furnishings, leather and velvet accents, and retro-style decor. Guests can choose from king rooms, double rooms, queen rooms, premium king rooms, king suites, double suites, wheelchair accessible rooms, and presidential suites. All rooms are kid-friendly and smoke-free.

Accommodations feature unlimited high-speed WiFi, flat-screen televisions, iPod speaker stations, coffee making facilities, mini-fridges, spacious bathrooms with rainfall showers, spacious sitting areas, plush bedding, local artwork, custom toiletries, iron, and air-conditioning. Laundry service and room service is available.

Parking is available onsite for an additional fee. Guests can relax in the library next to a cozy fireplace. An outdoor patio area features an ambient fire-pit. Guests can use the modern fitness center which features cardio machines, free weights, and other gym equipment.

The hotel offers a variety of packages for weddings, meetings, events, and catering services. A grand onsite ballroom can host up to 600 people.

The onsite gastropub, The Beacon, serves a creative menu of American fusion cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The pub also serves creative cocktails, fine wines, and craft beers.

Latest deals for Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

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Double room
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2 double beds
$108
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Superior room
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$360
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1 king bed
$374
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1 king bed
$413
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King room
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$147
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1 king bed
$157
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1 king bed
$160
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$238
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Standard room
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$163
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$170
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$172
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Deluxe room
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$149
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$190
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$211
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2 double beds
$221
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Queen room
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$194
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2 queen beds
$200
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2 queen beds
$217
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2 queen beds
$232
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Luxury room
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$155
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Free Internet
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Pool table

Bathroom

  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

8.4
Very good
921 verified ratings
Wonderful
545
Very good
161
Good
101
Okay
32
Fair
34
Mediocre
26
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the excellent location and friendly staff, with many highlighting the convenience of nearby amenities. However, several reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness and bed comfort, as well as concerns about value for price due to extra charges and the condition of the rooms.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Bed Comfort2.5 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2025
The location is perfect. Hotel is very nice but a little worn out. The bathroom lighting is ridiculously dark if you want to shave or put on makeup! Cleaning staff was not great. They missed my room a...
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4.5
Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) We love the location.
Cons (-) We have stayed there before and service was great. This trip was different. Dog was barking near by, hotel was busy and couldn't get help when we needed it. Room had no glasses so couldn't get water. ...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Everything. The service, decor, cleanliness and character . I will absolutely return
Cons (-) Nothing at all. Incredible spot.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2018
Cons (-) After a long day of travel, meetings and entertaining others, I really wanted a beer. Getting to the bar at 10:05 I find it closed. Staff told me it was slow so they decided to close.
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Feb 2018
Cons (-) It was very disconcerting to have to crawl under crime scene tape to get into hotel lobby which was swarming with police due to hostage situation in hotel. Yet no escort of any kind to my room. And no...
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6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) location to the UMN. Friendly staff.
Cons (-) no full size mirror in the in room or bath Funky bathroom with sink, mirror in the corner. the shower head did not stay in place. no mini refrigerator. nickel and dime you for little extras.
7.1
Good
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) The shower is amazing! Comfortable beds. All of the staff was VERY friendly and helpful. Free shuttle.
Cons (-) I was charged $256 per night for the same room that costed $120 in May of this year. Parking is $15 per night. I called days ahead asking for a certain view, didn't happen.
6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The staff, from the second we walked in to the moment we left were helpful, welcoming and friendly. Very accommodating. They more than made up for the physical flaws and turned the stay from a begrudg...
Cons (-) For the price we paid I was appalled at the condition of the carpeting; stained beyond belief, worn, frayed. Frankly it was shocking. I know, a dumb thing to be shocked at but it was that bad. The ice...
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Location

615 Washington Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414

What's nearby

  • Huntington Bank Stadium0.3 mi
  • University of Minnesota Twin Cities0.3 mi
  • I-35W Saint Anthony Falls Bridge0.8 mi
  • Guthrie Theater1.3 mi
  • Metrodome Station & Platform1.4 mi
  • Saint Anthony Falls1.4 mi
  • Vikings Stadium1.4 mi
  • Minneapolis City Hall1.8 mi
  • Minneapolis City Centre2 mi
  • Foshay Tower2.1 mi
  • Marriott Hotel City Center2.1 mi
  • Minneapolis Convention Center2.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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$264
$206
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 52% rise in price.
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  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $235, while the most expensive was $415.
  • How long should you stay at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis

  • Where is Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis located?

    Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis is located at 615 Washington Avenue Southeast in University, 1.7 miles from the center of Minneapolis. Huntington Bank Stadium is the closest landmark to Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis.

  • Does Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis from the airport?

    Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis is 6.5 miles from Minneapolis St Paul. Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis is 56.5 miles from Saint Cloud.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.8
1.7 mi
Minneapolis St Paul
6.5 mi

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