Near the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy Fiona's on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner, work out at the 24-hour gym, or meet at the conference center. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Burnet Campus - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
University of Cincinnati - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Great American Ball Park - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 18 min drive
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 30 min drive
Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 34 min drive
Cincinnati Union Terminal - 12 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
El Vaquero Clifton - 8 min walk
Piada Italian Street Food - 6 min walk
Cincy Deli - 8 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati
When you stay at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Fiona's, which serves lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
203 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
Fiona's - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Poindexter - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 to 17 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Secured self parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
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.
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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
Kingsgate Hotel Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel
Kingsgate Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel University Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel University
Kingsgate University Cincinnati
Kingsgate Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Kingsgate Hotel and Conference Center Hotel Cincinnati
Graduate Cincinnati
Kingsgate Hotel Conference Center
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Cincinnati
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Hotel Cincinnati
Frequently asked questions
Does Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati (6-min drive) and Turfway Park Racing & Gaming (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati and nearby?
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati has a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Fiona's.
What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati like?
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati is in Corryville, a short 9-minute walk from University of Cincinnati and 11 minutes' walk from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Parking was convenient and easy, with many guests mentioning it as a highlight of their stay. (29 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was consistently good with many options and friendly service. (10 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Clean room, beautifully decorated with lots of details!
Would stay again!
Jorge
Jorge, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
nice location and great service.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Amazingly beautiful and unique hotel!
I really enjoyed this hotel. The design the decor everything about this hotel was amazing. I love to pick unique hotels to stay in just for the experience and I was blown away by this hotel. I will definitely be staying here again in the future!
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great stay. Highly recommend.
We had a wonderful stay at The Graduate. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and a very nice size. The food at Fiona’s was very tasty. We love the Pickle pizza. Would definitely stay here again.
Joey
Joey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Clean and friendly staff.
Patrice
Patrice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Delightful
Delightful! The vibrant and fun decor was matched by the friendliness of the staff. Great place to stay at a good price!
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Recommend!
My family loved our stay. The kids especially loved all the bright theming. It was a nice departure from the traditional sterile hotel room. Staff were kind and accommodating. We also enjoyed dinner in the lobby restaurant.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
All staff was very friendly, food was delicious and so close to the zoo we will definitely come back, room was clean and comfortable
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Location, location, location
Great location to the university
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Great stay! We stay here multiple times a year. No complaints at all.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Such a cool place to stay with the kids. I only wish it had a pool, then it would have been perfect!
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Unique decor, clean rooms in a decent location
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun. The location was good. The bed was comfortable which is very important.
The fitness center was great and offered many options.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Great service and staff, clean property
Priya
Priya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
The hotel is conveniently located and is a solid value in every respect. Will stay again next time I'm in town.
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2025
Enjoyed our stay. Ate one night in restaurant and went to bar second night. Only complaint, needed more staff in that area. They were super busy.
Leann
Leann, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 18, 2025
Had fabulous experience my first stay, nowaverage
Great location and nice rooms. Was not quite as clean as it was during my first visit and price was much higher. It is unfortunately priced too high especially since parking is an extra 20 dollar charge.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Great place
Dakota
Dakota, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Great balcony room in Cincinnati
Great room - we stayed in their balcony suite and it was great. Really cool decorations and theming. Beds were comfortable, no complaints overall.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Hotel is clean, rooms are clean, parking is ok and in a quiet part of the city
Jake
Jake, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Quirky and unique hotel! Our room was great, comfortable and clean. Food, drinks, and coffee at the hotel restaurant and cafe were also pretty good. Enjoyed our stay and would love to come back and stay again!
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2025
Rooms were clean and location was good for being in close proximity to medical facilities and the main campus.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Great place to stay
Quirky fun place to stay. The Decor is way out there in a very fun way!
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
The most comfortable beds i have ever had in a hotel before. This hotel was amazing
Bobby
Bobby, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
Graduate!!!
Not your typical neutral toned hotel experience. The Graduate is loud, bright, and in a beautiful location. Would book again.