Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville

Hotels
7.8 (577 reviews)
1309 West Main Street , Charlottesville , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
There were hairs in the shower and near the lights from the previous guest.
Service
9.3
Several reviews highlight friendly, helpful staff, especially Matt and valet services.
Location
9.3
The location was consistently noted as excellent, especially for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
7.3
Rooms were noted as big, but issues with cleanliness and delayed cleaning were mentioned.
Amenities
7.8
Rooftop bar and valet services were enjoyed, but gym was appalling and food quality was poor.
Value for Money
7.3
Guests noted that value was not great for the price paid, especially during busy periods.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Food quality was highlighted as awful in one review, affecting the overall perception.
Overall Experience
7.8
Despite some negatives, many enjoyed their stay and appreciated the staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-23 04:12

Property Description

Convenient Location Across from University of Virginia
Experience a stay like no other at our Charlottesville hotel, conveniently situated just across from the prestigious University of Virginia.

Modern Amenities for Comfortable Stay
Relax in our well-appointed guest rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, and cozy en suite bathrooms with carpeted flooring for added comfort.

Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in delectable dishes and drinks at Trophy Room's rooftop restaurant and bar, or grab a quick coffee at Poindexter Coffee's walk-up window. Our 24-hour reception ensures all your needs are met promptly.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of convenience and comfort at the Charlottesville Graduate.

Important information:

Please note that only one parking spot per guest reservation is allowed.

Pets are only allowed in the King Room and Standard Two-Queens room.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CHO

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 25 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 577 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 7.8
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divingnaturenut Business Virginia
10
The greeting makes such a difference!!!!
Pros:

Barry, Chip, Sean, and Edwin are great and what a pleasant experience checking in and being welcomed by their genuine smiles and warm attitudes. Extremely helpful and kind. Kudos for making the Graduate brand a standout in the Hilton portfolio!!

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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Susan couple us
7
Won't stay or recommend this place. To many more upscale restaurants in the area.
Pros:

The location comfortable bed

Cons:

That you have to pay for parking, it advertised 2 restaurants as 1 is a coffee shop the other a bar with bar food. No breakfast included and we had to pay for the coffee in the morning as the room coffee was terrible.
There was a crack in the bathroom sink and the shower door would not open or close properly.
No secure looked door from the parking garage ( 3rd floor) to the entrance of the hotel. Anybody could of walked in off the street. For the price didn't meet our expectations.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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jessicaeQ3618IX Solo travel
10
Chip and his team are top notch valets
Pros:

Chip was wonderful! I was having issues with the valet texting and h e was kind enough to assist me with putting the charge on my room and getting my car each morning he saw me in the lobby.

The entire valet team at The Graduate were kind, prompt, and took great care of my car.

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
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Robert extended_group us
6
Cons:

Hotel was understaffed. Check in was delayed by inadequate housekeeping. Bookings.com failed to transmit my reservation as requested and confirmed. I reserved a double queen room but received a king single which was not adequate for my stay but there was nothing the property could do.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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kevinrU4832XW Business
10
Great experience
Pros:

If anyone is traveling to Charlottesville, I’d highly recommend staying at the Graduate hotel
The stay and accommodations were fantastic
Chip did a great job making sure everyone had a place to park and with very helpful with direction s

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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P5076VKjoej Business
10
Charlottesville overnight stay
Pros:

Great location on the Corner in downtown Charlottesville. Rooms were custom painted with the UVA orange and blue! Chip the parking attendant was very helpful and great to deal with!

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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treyl294 Solo travel
10
Chip is awesome!
Pros:

I am a monthly parker here at the Graduate. Every weekday morning Chip, the valet supervisor, greets me with a smile and a kind greeting. He is exactly the kind of person a hotel would want a guest to see when they first arrive. So hospitable!

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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katewT4943LN Solo travel
10
Friendly, great staff
Pros:

Chip was great, friendly and personal! Helped me get where I needed to go!

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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chrismU8024LY Business
10
Valet review
Pros:

Excellent service! It’s $23 to Self Park and $26 to valet. Great value and professional ism.

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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665kalid Solo travel
10
Daily Parking/Staff
Pros:

Chip is amazing always very helpful. I park my car here everyday and he always lets me know before I go to the gate if the hotel is fully booked and there is no daily parking. The staff is always so welcoming especially after a long day at work. Overall a great experience everytime!

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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caseyw655 Business
10
Graduate business trip
Pros:

Come to the graduate for work. Chip is always available and friendly. Never fails.

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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laurenpQ5795BI Solo travel
10
Chip - The Graduates MVP
Pros:

Chip, the valet parking attendant at the graduate, is consistently kind, reliable, and professional in his interaction with the hotel guests and monthly parkers. He is one of the first people I see every morning and a reliable smile at the start of my day.

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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H2498YQkarib Business
10
Work
Pros:

Amazing service, super friendly staff

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
4
406tonio Solo travel
10
Great Experience!
Pros:

Excellent experience! Highly recommend! Also want to shout out Chip who helps with parking! He is so friendly and helpful!

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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P9818ILandread Solo travel
10
Chip was wonderful
Pros:

Chip was outstanding as far as greeting me everytime and making sure my stay at the Graduate was wonderful

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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maddyc795 Solo travel
10
Chip is amazing!!
Pros:

The valet supervisor Chip is wonderful! He always has a smile on his face and is always so attentive and outgoing! As well as the rest of the valet team , one of the most nicest valet team I have met! Keep doing great and keep making peoples day!! :)

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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N5256PWchristinac Solo travel
10
Monthly Parking
Pros:

Chip at valet is the best. He is incredibly helpful every morning (as a monthly parker) making sure I get in and out of the gate and have somewhere safe to park. Thanks for your hard work!

My only wish (which is in 0 relationship to Chip’s dedication- seriously he is great!) is that PMC would lower their monthly parking rate, as the pricing is steep for many of us healthcare workers and other options for parking are increasingly limited.

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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B7912KZmonicah Solo travel
10
Graduate Parking
Pros:

I am a monthly parker at the graduate and Chip is always a friendly face that I see when I start and end my work day. He is always professional and helpful and I have really appreciated him throughout the time I have been a customer at the graduate!

2026-02-10 via Tripadvisor
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Magali solo_traveller us
9
Parfait pour découvrir Charlottesville
Pros:

Très bien situé. Tout est à proximité. Personnel très à l’écoute et aux petits soins

Cons:

Flacon de shampooing vide, ce qui en doit arrive. Pas très grave.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple us
8
2026-01-20 via Nuitee