by Hilton Providence
Historic collegiate boutique hotel — Art Deco bones with playful, campus-inspired interiors. Think less stuffy Ivy League club, more knowing post-grad humor. The original ornate lobby ceiling, crystal chandelier, and glass-and-brass elevator are intact; rooms bring in bold colors, bookshelves, and local pop-culture references.
The destination charge ($10 daily F&B credit + bike rentals + premium WiFi) effectively offsets a morning coffee at Poindexter — use it.
Why It Matters
It's the oldest currently operating hotel in Providence and the building is the tenth-tallest in the city. Graduate Providence is also the only Graduate property to sit within reach of five separate universities at once, and it houses the first-ever Reiners restaurant and bar concept. The lobby and ballrooms retain original 1922 grandeur that no renovation has touched.
The Graduate Providence is a 1922 landmark downtown, formerly the Providence Biltmore, designed by Warren & Wetmore — the same New York firm behind Grand Central Station. It sits within walking distance of five universities, including Brown and RISD, and the décor leans into that: colorful patterns, plaid and tweed, Malin+Goetz bath products, and cheeky nods to Rhode Island's famous Farrelly brothers. At 18 floors and 294 rooms, it's one of the city's most recognizable buildings.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Graduate King Larger Suite
700 sq ft with a full kitchen area, living area, sofa bed, and two 42-inch HDTVs. The kitchen element makes this the go-to for extended stays or anyone wanting to avoid eating out every meal.
KingGraduate King Suite
At 725 sq ft, a genuinely spacious suite with a separate living room, dining table, desk, sofa bed, and two 42-inch HDTVs. Kitchen area with mini fridge. Good for longer stays or anyone who needs actual room to work.
KingJunior Suite
A step up with a separate lounge area featuring a sofa, armchair, and coffee table alongside the main sleeping area. Plenty of room to spread out. Two flat-screen TVs.
Luxury Grand Room
An elevated standard room category with a living area, bench seating, and a well-appointed bedroom. Generous natural light and a cozy, well-made-bed feel that shows up in guest reviews.
Premiere Suite
One of the more polished suite options in the building, with a separate living room featuring bookshelves, red accent furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Very much the Graduate aesthetic at its most designed.
Standard Double/Double Room
Two double beds, ideal for families or groups needing extra sleeping space. Same Graduate design language — colorful headboards, patterned textiles, flat-screen TV, and refrigerator.
Two DoublesStandard King Room
Core room category featuring pillowtop beds with premium bedding, bold Graduate-brand design with plaid, tweed, and colorful accents. Each room has a refrigerator, 40-inch flat-screen TV, Malin+Goetz toiletries, and complimentary WiFi.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary bicycle rentals are included in the daily destination charge, making it easy to cover Providence's compact downtown and waterfront on two wheels.
18,000+ sq ft of event space across 17 rooms including the legendary Biltmore Ballroom (rooftop grand ballroom), Capital Room, outdoor terrace, Garden Room, and boardrooms. The Biltmore Ballroom's original chandeliers and arched windows are intact. Dedicated on-site events and catering teams.
An on-site Topgolf Swing Suite is available for guests and visitors — a simulation-based golf and entertainment experience right in the building.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
17 meeting rooms totaling over 18,000 sq ft. Includes the Biltmore Ballroom, Capital Room, Garden Room, outdoor terrace, boardrooms, and breakout spaces.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Premium guest internet access is included in the daily destination charge.
Hilton Honors Digital Key available for keyless room entry via the Hilton app.
Confirmed connecting rooms available upon request — useful for families or groups wanting adjacent spaces.
State-of-the-art equipment including weight-training machines and cardio. Small but functional — sufficient for a travel workout.
$10 daily F&B credit for use across all hotel outlets, included in the mandatory destination charge. Effectively covers a morning coffee or a drink at Reiners.
Covered, secured self-parking on-site at $38.76 per day with in/out privileges. No valet available. No EV charging.
Dogs and cats welcome, up to 75 lbs, maximum 2 pets per stay. One-time non-refundable fee of $85.50 per pet.
The hotel does not have a swimming pool.
24-hour front desk staffed around the clock.
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