Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville

Hotels
7.8 (615 reviews)
1309 West Main Street , Charlottesville , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 615 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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Smith solo_traveller us
10
Perfect in every way!
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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FayeShaughnessy Couples
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Excellent location. Walkable to UVA and various restaurants. Valet parking was very convenient and the attendants were very responsive. We had one issue with our room and we really appreciated how the staff handled the situation professionally and went above and beyond to make it right.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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Safiah couple sa
10
Great location near the UVA health
Pros:

The front disk staf sean was amazing, the game room was always open and comfortable for everyone the noise block is great, the hotel is very clean and wonderful

Cons:

There’s no laundry service, no breakfast included and the coffee is not that good, sometimes the house keeper forgot to fill the water or the cups in the room and you have to go bring your water

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Global20004904076 Friends getaway
10
The Graduate of the Hilton: Best Place to Stay in Charlottesville for Many Reasons!
Pros:

A friend and I stayed at the Graduate Hilton across the street from the U of Virginia. Perfect area to walk, stroll through campus, plenty of food choices to choose from, all clustered together. The Graduate is not only prime location, the rooms are beautifully appointed, in UVA colors, super comfortable, lovely treats to enjoy, great views and the open rooftop restaurant and bar where we sat outside and enjoyed the most orange full moon I’ve ever seen!

And the staff couldn’t have been nicer and more accommodating, from the front desk staff to the engineer to the valets to the barista at the cafe and bartender on the 9th floor!

Even if you don’t have a child attending UVA you should definitely visit the wonderful city of Charlottesville and stay a while at The Graduate of the Hilton!

2026-07-03 via Tripadvisor
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Trinacrium Family Stockholm
10
Great stay
Pros:

My family and I had a wonderful stay at the Graduate. Comfy beds and large room .
The staff was very welcoming and always willing to help. Wendy was extremely professional and assisted us whenever we needed anything with big smile.

The valet service was also a great plus — our car was always ready and available whenever we requested it.

We will definitely come back and highly recommend the Graduate to others!

2026-07-01 via Tripadvisor
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Nicole solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Melissa family_with_children us
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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elizabethmR5452CU Couples
6
OK if you like a party school atmosphere
Pros:

I did not particularly enjoy staying here, but also think that I was simply the wrong demographic for this place. I knew it was going to be very UVA-intensive (I have zero connection to the place), and it was only for one night, but the frat-party atmosphere was a bit much. Location was good, though, and we did get a decent night's sleep in spite of the hubbub.

2026-06-21 via Tripadvisor
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danielhJ8107UM Family
10
Great service.
Pros:

Great hotel. Angelique in the Trophy Room restaurant deserves recognition for her excellent service while dealing with huge crowds from two separate wedding parties. Excellent location and service.

2026-06-21 via Tripadvisor
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BoardingPass446902 Family San Francisco, California
10
Great stay for UVA
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay and would gladly return. The location is hard to beat—situated right on the Corner and just a short walk from the Lawn, making it the perfect choice for visiting the UVA.
Our room was clean and comfortable. The giant Wahoo fish over the bed was a interesting choice. One of the highlights was the restaurant, which offered great food and service on the rooftop. Overall a great stay.

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
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bmA1470YI Solo travel
10
Great stay!
Pros:

From Chip, the valet greeting you, to Wendy at the front desk… The people and the service at Graduate Charlottesville, were A+! Wonderfully designed room, comfy bed, and a fun rooftop bar. Location? Top-notch...steps from campus.

Will be back!

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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jennifersC2416VN Friends getaway
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Matt and Jadon were great so friendly and helpful!

2026-06-16 via Tripadvisor
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Angel solo_traveller gb
3
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Michelle solo_traveller us
4
Great location but no room safety. Would not recommend.
Pros:

The staff was amazing and the location was perfect.

Cons:

My main issue with the hotel was room safety. There is a gap between the floor and the bottom of the door of about an inch and a half. Someone can easily get a tool and break into the room. Also let’s in light from the hall at night as well as a lot more sound. Will never stay here again due to safety issues.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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104elles Solo travel
10
Thanks, Valet Team!
Pros:

A quick shout out to the valet team at The Graduate. They are always nice, prompt, and professional. Chip in particular is a joy to encounter each time I’m there—he is professional, courteous, thoughtful and kind. I really appreciate the good service.

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
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catherinemC8006WE Family
10
Great hotel ! Location perfect.
Pros:

Amazing weekend for the NCAA lacrosse tournament! Perfect location and attentive staff

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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682maeves Friends getaway
10
Valet
Pros:

Was great and very kind and helpful with parking and the overall experience at the graduate

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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U1464ORcarolf Solo travel
10
Chip the Valet
Pros:

Chip, the daytime valet/parking garage attendant, is fantastic! Organized, friendly, efficient.

2026-05-21 via Tripadvisor
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hollysI8878KE Family Winston Salem, North Carolina
8
Location, location, location!
Pros:

First visit to Charlottesville and to a Graduate property, as well. First off, the contracted valet service for our car was brilliant; excellent and friendly service. Check in was the same, very welcoming and staff arranged for our family to be right across the hall, which was very convenient. Rooms were fun with clever touches as the keycard, school colors, and the privacy sign, too. Perfectly located for walkability to campus, restaurants and shopping. Monticello is a quick drive away, too. We only wish the bar upstairs was open a little later but other than that, it was all good. We look forward to a return visit!

2026-05-21 via Tripadvisor
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Angela couple us
10
2026-05-19 via Nuitee