Graduate Tempe

4.0 star property
4-star hotel with outdoor pool, near Arizona State University
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Graduate Tempe

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Exterior
Lobby lounge
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge

Overview of Graduate Tempe

8.4 out of 10 Very Good
8.4/10 Very Good

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
Map
225 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ, 85281
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Self parking
  • Spa tub
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Campus King)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Campus Queen Queen)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Garden King)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Graduate King - Accessible)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Garden Queen Queen)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • In University Park
  • Arizona State University - 1 min walk
  • Tempe Town Lake - 35 min walk
  • Arizona Mills Mall - 7 min drive
  • Phoenix Zoo - 10 min drive
  • Desert Botanical Garden - 8 min drive
  • Casino Arizona - 10 min drive
  • Scottsdale Fashion Square - 11 min drive
  • Camelback Mountain - 16 min drive
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 14 min drive
  • Chase Field - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 10 min drive
  • Chandler, AZ (CHD-Chandler Municipal) - 21 min drive
  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 22 min drive
  • Scottsdale, AZ (SCF) - 24 min drive
  • Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) - 29 min drive
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 34 min drive
  • College Ave - Apache Blvd Station - 2 min walk
  • 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • McAllister Ave - Apache Blvd Tram Stop - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 10 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 8 min walk
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats - 7 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza - 9 min walk
  • Mill's Modern Social - 15 min walk

About this property

Graduate Tempe

Graduate Tempe features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Arizona State University. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Graduate Food Hall, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a spa tub are other highlights at this upscale hotel. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: College Ave - Apache Blvd Station is steps away and 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Safety measures

Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 140 rooms
  • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 21

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Pets must be supervised
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Marina nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3950 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Graduate Food Hall - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • Resort fee: USD 17.11 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Bicycle storage
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5–20 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 15 per night with in/out privileges
  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Policies

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).
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.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate Tempe offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate Tempe 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Graduate Tempe?
This property confirms that guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Graduate Tempe?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Graduate Tempe?
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. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate Tempe?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 15 per night. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate Tempe?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Graduate Tempe?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Arizona (10-min drive) and Talking Stick Resort Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Graduate Tempe and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Graduate Tempe also has a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Graduate Tempe?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Graduate Food Hall.
Does Graduate Tempe have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Graduate Tempe like?
Graduate Tempe is in University Park, a short 2-minute walk from College Ave - Apache Blvd Station and 13 minutes' walk from Mill Avenue District.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Roslyn, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Dan, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Adam, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Edward, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful service
I had a great experience at graduate hotel. Tom the hotel manager was outstanding and very professional with checking me in! Tom went out of his way to make sure I was comfortable with my stay! Thanks Tom!
Marc, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Obinna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Marissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

KRISTINE S, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Nothing
Shane, 2-night trip
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