In the heart of East Lansing, Graduate by Hilton East Lansing offers an upscale experience with a coffee shop, 24-hour health club, and bar. Guests praise the helpful staff and location near Michigan State University. With coworking spaces and meeting rooms available for use.
Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 12 min drive
East Lansing Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
Raising Cane’s - 4 min walk
Foster Coffee Co. - 3 min walk
HopCat - 3 min walk
Strange Matter Coffee - 3 min walk
Beggar's Banquet - 2 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing puts you just a 5-minute drive from Michigan State University. Guests can visit the 24-hour health club for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Poindexter, which serves breakfast and lunch. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
194 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 3 total, up to 150 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Conference center (5640 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
24-hour health club
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free local calls
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping on request
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Poindexter - This coffee shop serves breakfast and lunch.
Graduate Rock Bar - This bar serves dinner only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 35 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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, JCB International
Also known as
Graduate East Lansing
Graduate By Hilton Lansing
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Hotel
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing East Lansing
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Hotel East Lansing
Frequently asked questions
Does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton East Lansing 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 East Lansing?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 3 total and maximum weight of 150 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 35 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour health club.
What's the area around Graduate by Hilton East Lansing like?
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing is a short 13-minute walk from Spartan Stadium and 13 minutes' walk from Munn Ice Arena. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Parking
Rooftop bar
Restaurant
Bar
View
Lobby
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
Such a cute hotel with great staff, easy parking and delicious coffee! Loved it!
Krista
Krista, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 11, 2026
Parking at this location isn’t ideal.
Don
Don, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2026
Place was great!! Loved the rooftop bar and view
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Staff was great, clean room and perfect location.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Had a very great stay, the bed was so comfy and really homey.
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2026
Great stay
Gabriela
Gabriela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2026
excellent in every way
Moira
Moira, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
We had a great time as a couple at the Graduate! The attention to detail was phenomenal.
Melody
Melody, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2026
Yes, all was clean and professional staff.
Crystalene
Crystalene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
Great hotel!
Jacob
Jacob, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2026
Very cool hotel. Its just special. Not a 5 star hotel obviously but definitely 4 star. Really enjoyed it and i never hang out downstairs in a hotel, but this one I did. Very awesome atmosphere.
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Great staff, clean spaces, great location
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
May 4, 2026
We booked a king bed room, got two queens. Parking was ridiculous, there basically was none. Had to make a fuss to get help from district manager to park our vehicle. Corners of room where dirty. It's a shame the decor of the hotel is beautiful - but not worth the price we paid.
MaryAnn
MaryAnn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 3, 2026
We spent 3 nights. Our room was never cleaned, our beds never made and on the 3rd night I had to request clean towels.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Unique decor, kind staff, clean rooms
Jean
Jean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
Clean room | Beautiful place | Staff was super friendly and informative |
Keera
Keera, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
Fantastic hotel!
Kevan
Kevan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Clean room, friendly staff and bar on rooftop with amazing city view.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
Clean room and friendly staff.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Everything was great! Will definitely return if I’m staying in the area
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff. My only complaint is there isn’t enough food options for vegans.
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
the room was very clean, and the staff was helpful with information.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Great environment, clean rooms, pleasant staff.
Erica
Erica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Always great at the Graduate in East Lansing. Convenient, clean, friendly with great amenities.
William
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
The room was very clean and quiet. The heat was great and water was nice and hot in the shower.