"Best value for a hotel if you are visiting Ohio State University or the Short North. Rooms were comfortable with wonderful bedding and a mini fridge with free bottled water! There was in room coffee and plenty of room to unpack our bags. Decor is a little hokey but we were able to ignore it thanks to the amazing service and comfortable accommodations."

"Staff was wonderful friendly and helpful. Tyson was a fantastic bartender and so super in decision making for indecisive me"

"This is a fun hotel that is centrally located to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, bakery, brewery and shops. The room keys are designed as student ID’s which is so cute. This hotel is good for families and people visiting Columbus for an Ohio State University event. However, if you are looking for classy and romantic, then look for other more mature and less eccentric options. Rooms are a tad small."

"Nothing special about this hotel. I think the quality has gone down since Hilton took over in 2024. The Ohio State motif feels forced. Uncomfortable common area and cramped room. The bar is dirty and cheap looking. It’s the only place to eat. Staff is not inviting. Lots of better places to stay in Short North. Also, the rooftop shown in the photo is not available. Very misleading."

"I've always wanted to check out one of the Graduate hotels. We were in Columbus to attend a show at the Schottenstein Center, and I wanted to stay at a nice hotel near the Short North. The location of the Graduate may be it's best feature if that is where you want to stay. It's right in the middle of Short North, and you can easily walk around the area. I felt safe there, and the valet parking cost is comparable to a nearby garage, but you get in-and-out privileges with the valet. The hotel itself is older, but the decor and theme is cool for an Ohio State fan like myself. My wife also appreciated the charm. Our main detraction was that coffee was not offered in the lobby in the morning. I can't remember a hotel where that wasn't the case. There is a restaurant attached to the building that is open for coffee and breakfast, but it's not included in the room rate. I can understand breakfast not being included, but no coffee (not including the instant coffee pouches in the room) is surprising, especially for a Hilton brand. We went to a local place for coffee and breakfast instead. I'm glad I got to finally experience this hotel. I might go back, or try to stay at the Hampton Inn a few blocks down the street where I know what I'm getting."