by Hilton Ann Arbor
Collegiate nostalgia meets Midwestern comfort. Library-chic lobby with grand staircase, commissioned murals, graffiti art, and hand-painted mosaic patterns. Feels like a grown-up version of campus life.
University of Michigan Alumni Association members get an 18% discount — worth checking before you book through Hilton directly.
Why It Matters
Acquired by Hilton in 2024, Graduate is a 34+ property collection of university-town boutique hotels. Each one is hyper-local: Ann Arbor's version celebrates Wolverine traditions, the U-M Law Library aesthetic, and famous Michigan alums throughout its rooms and public spaces. The lobby regularly draws locals with laptops alongside hotel guests — it functions as a genuine third space for the neighborhood.
The Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor sits at the corner of Huron and State, directly across from the University of Michigan campus. The design leans hard into collegiate nostalgia — recovered library furnishings, equations scrawled on walls, murals by local artists, and room keys that look like student IDs of famous alumni (past guests have gotten Madonna and Glen Rice). It's not a luxury hotel. But it's a genuinely fun, well-located one that knows exactly what it is.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Family Suite
Kid-friendly suite configuration designed with families in mind. Connecting room options also available. Cribs available on request.
King Guest Room
Standard king room with Michigan-themed colorways and local artist designs throughout. Features a TV stand/dresser made from an old library card catalog, standalone wooden coat rack, and a gift basket of local treats. Comfortable and clean — not a space you'll linger in for hours, but a solid night's sleep with genuine character.
KingKing Suite
A step up from the standard king, the suite adds a separate lounge area — useful if you're spending game weekend here and need somewhere to decompress after the tailgate. Same locally-inspired design details as the rest of the hotel.
KingPop Culture Suite
Occasionally available themed suites inspired by pop culture touchstones (past versions across Graduate properties have included Home Alone and Stranger Things themes). Availability at the Ann Arbor property varies — check directly with the hotel.
Queen Double Guest Room
Two-queen room with the same collegiate-inspired design language as the rest of the property. Good option for families or two guests traveling together. Parquet floors, locally-inspired artwork, and standard amenities throughout.
Two QueensThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel offers complimentary bike rentals to guests — a smart option for getting around Ann Arbor's flat, bikeable streets without dealing with the car and valet. Good for the short hop to campus or down to Kerrytown.
The hotel curates local activities and recommendations for exploring Ann Arbor — from campus landmarks to nearby attractions like Nichols Arboretum and the Huron River. Front desk staff are notably engaged and give personalized local tips.
The hotel operates shuttle buses to Michigan Stadium (The Big House, ~1.5 miles away) and Crisler Center for basketball games. Staff have been noted for greeting returning guests with cheering and pom-poms after graduation ceremonies.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site business center for guests traveling for work.
Over 10,000 square feet of event space across 10 ballrooms, banquet rooms, and theater configurations. The main ballroom seats up to 250 guests and features deep blue and gold accents with tall windows. Ideal for weddings, corporate meetings, and social events.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel. Premium WiFi upgrades available as part of the Experience the Stay package.
On-site gym available around the clock. Reviewers note it's on the compact side and can run warm, but fully functional for a workout. No pool or spa on property.
Valet parking available at $40/night with in-and-out privileges. No self-parking on-site. No EV charging. Street parking nearby is permit-only overnight.
Up to two pets allowed per room. Maximum weight 75 lbs each. Non-refundable pet fee of $150. Pets stay with advance notice — not technically free as Ann Arbor.org suggests, given the $150 fee.
Connecting rooms available — useful for families or groups traveling together.
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