Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

Hotels
9.3 (676 reviews)
210 East Kirkwood Avenue , Bloomington , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Room issues
Valet parking charges

Categories

Cleanliness
8.95
Overall the rooms were clean, but some reviews mentioned issues requiring assistance.
Service
9.95
Exceptional service mentioned, particularly by staff like Kelson and Kate who were appreciated by guests.
Location
9.95
The hotel is favorably located near Indiana University, which was frequently praised.
Room Quality
8.45
Some reviews mentioned worn mattresses and issues with lighting, affecting overall room quality.
Amenities
9.45
Good amenities overall, with compliments about the lobby bar and restaurant, but room amenities could be improved.
Value for Money
8.45
Some guests felt the pricing was high given room conditions and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Great breakfast offerings and bar service were highlighted positively.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall, most guests had a very positive experience, with several planning return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a stone's throw away from Bloomington Memorial Stadium and WonderLab Museum, Graduate Bloomington offers a prime spot for exploring the city.

Comfortable Accommodation
Stay in one of our air-conditioned rooms equipped with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom and a fridge in each room.

Delicious Dining
Indulge in American cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, we have something to satisfy every craving.

Ready to experience the charm of Bloomington? Book your stay at Graduate Bloomington now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

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: IND

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 24 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 676 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.95
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Cassandra couple us
10
Pros:

Didn’t eat it unfortunately.

Cons:

The soaps that you guys have in the showers the bottles are not the cleaniest looking. I think that the water caused them to get dirty.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Shawn family_with_children us
10
We'll be back!
Pros:

Great atmosphere and room.

Cons:

Vent in bathroom needed cleaned!!!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Cochran solo_traveller us
6
Overall, a fun stay. Improving the service would make it top notch.
Pros:

Love the decor/theme. It made my stay fun and memorable.

Cons:

The staff were not friendly. There was a line of people and a wait everywhere I went. Check in. Getting drinks in the bar - twice. Coffee in the morning. It seemed understaffed. Waiting in line to be helped by unfriendly staff - not great. 4 or 5 of the tvs in the bar were tuned to a doctor tv show. So I asked if the WNBA game could play on one of the tvs. The bartender said yes, when she had time. The channel never got changed.

Apologizing for the wait, thanking me for my patience, smiling, wishing me an enjoyable stay, something to show appreciation would have gone a long way.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Kinsey family_with_children us
7
Mid. Somewhat disappointing. May try a different hotel next time.
Pros:

I did not know there was a breakfast.

Cons:

The parking garage was full. Then I called the hotel and the remote worker didn't know where I should park. He transferred to the hotel clerk and they didn't answer. So I parked at a garage far away. Then when I checked in the hotel she said there is a parking lot I can use. I was pretty frustrated and told her I called to ask but she didn't answer. The air in room 606 was so loud it woke us up every time it came on. There was no bar soap in the bathroom. There was hair in the bathroom. The sheet and some of the pillow cases were on inside out. The fridge door is broken and difficult to open. I have stayed here 3x before and this visit was worse than the other visits.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Paul family_with_children us
9
Pros:

The rooms were not initially together, but Madelyn did an amazing job of working it out that the rooms would be on the same floor - thank you to her!!

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Samily couple us
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Julie family_with_children us
10
Pros:

We just love the Hoosier influence at the Graduate

Cons:

Didn't realize sitting out on the top level was not an option. Was looking forward to that and had talked about that with our family that had traveled to Bloomington.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple us
10
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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T612AZjenr Friends getaway
10
Top Notch
Pros:

What a top notch hotel! From the time you arrive until the day you check out the staff has you covered! They are all so professional and friendly. The entire hotel from the lobby, to the elevators, hallways and your room is absolutely spotless! I honestly can’t say enough good things about our stay. I can’t thank Tori Glasscock enough for making sure we had all the amenities we needed for our terrace suite! Addison for getting us extra bedding late at night within minutes of asking. The staff and hotel are pet friendly which is huge. The staff loved on our Rottweiler Valentina like she was their own. The bar has a soft serve margarita that is beyond delicious. Thank you to all for making my family feel like we were home.

2026-05-17 via Tripadvisor
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nadiajQ1996TY Family
10
Great
Pros:

Clean and friendly staff definitely a great place to stay in Bloomington.

2026-05-17 via Tripadvisor
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Silvia couple us
10
College Visits made perfect
Pros:

Great place. The hotel had an excellent location and vibe

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Don couple us
8
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Pierre solo_traveller be
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Theugroup Family Manhattan Beach, California
10
Solo or couples great place
Pros:

Best hotel in Bloomington. Rooms are good size, clean and good lighting. Service is great at The Graduate and Poindexter. Location is perfect for everything in Bloomington working out at Orange theory, bagels and crumble coffee all close with awesome dinner places and shopping

2026-04-29 via Tripadvisor
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Alexandra solo_traveller us
9
Very good but also very expensive
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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edward family_with_children us
7
Cons:

room service till 5pm not market practice

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Krin couple us
9
Pros:

It was OK

Cons:

Price was a bit too high

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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FlowersGKB Family
6
Okay - Could Be Better
Pros:

Overall, this hotel was fine. Parking was easy, service was good, and the rooms were small but clean. But, for the cost, I would have expected something a little better/more upscale. The lobby was completely full of college students who were clearly not staying at the hotel. They were taking up all of the spaces (lounge areas and tables) to study and hang out with each other (and you could tell this was a usual occurrence). I think it's important for the hotel to send these students to the library and make room for the guests. Additionally, there was quite a bit of noise and yelling at night (due to the hotel being in an area with bars).

2026-04-04 via Tripadvisor