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Graduate by Hilton Tempe

Property class: 4

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A balcony with two metal chairs and a table, a basket of snacks, and three drinks.
A modern hotel with a large glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a prominent address sign.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television mounted on the wall.
A conference room with round tables, chairs, and chandeliers.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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225 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ, 85281
  • Place, Arizona State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mill Ave
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a radio, and a wall painting.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a radio, and a wall painting.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Roll-In Shower)

A bed with white linens, a colorful striped pillow, and a blanket with a star pattern.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (3x3 Shower)

A bed with white linens, a colorful striped pillow, and a blanket with a star pattern.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a striped pillow and a star-patterned blanket. A small table with a lamp and a decorative item is between the beds.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate Queen Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Graduate King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Graduate Garden View King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Tempe

Graduate by Hilton Tempe places you in the centre of Tempe, within a short 5-minute stroll of Arizona State University and Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LED TVs. .The restaurant, Normal bar, is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 3950 square feet (367 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class University Park hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Tempe Town Lake and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Phoenix Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Arizona State University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mill Ave - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mill Avenue District - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tempe Town Lake - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chuckbox - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Tempe

As a guest of Graduate by Hilton Tempe, you'll find an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3950 square feet (367 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Tempe. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Tempe hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3950 sq ft of conference space
  • 367 sq. m of conference space
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Tempe offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Tempe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 17 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Lift (91 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre 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: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 17 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Twin Palms Hotel Tempe
Twin Palms Tempe
Graduate Tempe Hotel
Graduate Hotel
Graduate Tempe
Graduate Tempe
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Tempe
Graduate by Hilton Tempe Hotel Tempe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Graduate by Hilton Tempe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Tempe on 30 Oct 2026 start from NZ$256, including 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 parking available at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Tempe has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 17 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Graduate by Hilton Tempe have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Tempe has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Graduate by Hilton Tempe a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Graduate by Hilton Tempe.

Does Graduate by Hilton Tempe serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

No, Graduate by Hilton Tempe does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Tempe?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Tempe, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Graduate by Hilton Tempe Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 570 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room close to campus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute decor and great location. The food and drink was minimal and expensive. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Very clean, restaurant was cute and pool was great. Absolutely loved the area. Staff was very helpful and greeted with every entry, super accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quick Continental breakfast would be nice.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute, eclectic decor! Rooms are just what you need, nothing fancy. Coffee drinks in the cafe were awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly stuff and very convenient to gammage auditorium
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Tyler and Ryan at the front desk were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Maddy makes a fabulous Espresso Martini.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient staff and easy checkin. Clean, nice room with comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was not heated, rooms were decent and had a balcony. Parking was a bit pricey
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really friendly and didn't charge me for parking or the pet fee.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Great location. Lovely staff. Would stay there again, especially if visiting campus.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was decent, very friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was such a fun hotel for a weekend to visit our daughter in college! The rooms were comfortable and well stocked. No complaints at all and we will definitely be staying here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay … the only thing is they are no longer offering the airport shuttle, is only for crew members not for all guests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, great people 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was wonderful and the room was great. I had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The service, room was excellent. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay, spacious rooms and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025