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Graduate by Hilton Tempe

4.0 star property
Travelers soak up sunshine on rooftop loungers with panoramic views, then head to Normal Bar for satisfying meals all day.

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Graduate by Hilton Tempe is a perfect relaxation spot near ASU. Guests enjoy the rooftop terrace's views, spa tub, and outdoor pool with sun loungers. Normal Bar serves breakfast and dinner, while the concierge staff ensures a smooth stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2

Graduate Garden View King

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Roll-in Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Guest Room With 1 King Bed-Mobility Accessible With 3x3 Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Located in University Park, a neighborhood in Tempe, Graduate by Hilton Tempe is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tempe Town Lake and Camelback Mountain, while Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Phoenix Convention Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Field or Mortgage Matchup Center. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and skydiving nearby. Visit our Tempe travel guide
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225 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ, 85281

What's nearby

  • Phoenix_ArizonaStateUniversity_502344_06
    Arizona State University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium
    Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mill Avenue District showing a fountain
    Mill Avenue District
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tempe Town Lake & Mill Ave Bridges
    Tempe Town Lake
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mill Ave
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • College Ave - Apache Blvd Station
    2 min walk
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    9 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Jimmy John's
    8 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Tempe

Upscale hotel near Arizona State University
Located close to Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Tempe Town Lake, Graduate by Hilton Tempe provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Normal bar, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, an outdoor pool, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, 2 meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 140 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Normal bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,950 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Graduate Tempe Hotel
Graduate Hotel
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Graduate by Hilton Tempe Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate by Hilton Tempe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

As of Feb 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Tempe on Mar 1, 2026 start from $204.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Graduate by Hilton Tempe pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate by Hilton Tempe located?

Located in University Park, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Arizona State University and Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium. Tempe Town Lake and Phoenix Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). College Ave - Apache Blvd Station is only a 2-minute walk and 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Tempe Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Merlinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice & helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was cute and pretty clean. Great location. Ryan at the front desk was so helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay near ASU campus. Staff were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Shower head was crappy, rusted pipe under sink, missing tile calk in shower, no refrigerator in room, tight squeeze walking into room with closet next to door. It was quiet and a good place to walk your dog on College St.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is super friendly and helpful. Came with RV and dog. They helped us make space to park RV nicely !! Even in a previous stay, during college move-in day, the staff was very empathetic for our needs during hot summer move-in days and helped in many ways
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEAN R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Staff very very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Easy parking. Cute decor. So convenient and walkable to ASU. Good price. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff super firendly, room very clean. Only issue was with the shower, it was impossible to adjust. It was very very hot or cold. Otherwise, our stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff but the property itself is worn and tired. This Graduate property needs some fresh new paint, up keep and some minor repairs. I have been to other Graduate properties that are in really nice condition. This one is not but the staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibes and service. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location. Friendly staff. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the decor and location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay….comfy and clean! Definitely will stay if I come back to Tempe AZ
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a night to visit Tempe/ASU and it was perfect. The service at the bar late at night was amazing when I needed food and drinks. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while touring ASU. Rooms were comfy, staff was great and the breakfast was yummy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay. The room was spotless and very comfortable. The front desk staff were incredibly friendly and always willing to help. The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything I needed. Plus, the coffee from the bar in the morning was a perfect way to start the day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor pool and the college themed decor. The room was clean and amenities nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great location! nice room.

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff is fantastic. They were super welcoming hence the 5 stars. The facility is showing some age but very clean and it is a super location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location next to ASU. Comfortable rooms, pool and great bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Graduate at ASU

Great place, excellent location! Staff was incredibly nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for a play at ASU Gammage. Was so convenient being able to just walk there and staff is the nicest we've come across in a long time anywhere. Our fur babies were welcomed with treats and theres a nice little grassy area to walk them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small outdated room. Fun feel to the property. Great service at check in. Cafe/Bar on site but limited hours. Close to downtown Tempe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025