Graduate East Lansing

133 Evergreen Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823 United States (USA)
4.0 Star Property
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  • Avg. Group Discount of 3.5%!
  • Fitness center on property
  • Hotel has 194 rooms
  • Hotel has 10 floors
  • Hotel has 3 suites
  • Check in time: 4:00pm
  • Group score of 10.0/10
  • Hotel has 3 meeting rooms

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates 1 Double Bed Suite
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Check Rates Ava Presidential Suite
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Check Rates Presidential Suite 550 Sq Ft WiFi Avail Luxury Linens 55 Inch Hd TV Coffeemaker Safe
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Local Attractions

Michigan State University, Downtown Lansing/State Capitol, Potter Park Zoo

Verified Reviews of Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Outstanding"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
First off, we never stayed at a Graduate hotel, it was recommended by my sister. Everything from the location, decor of the hotel was amazing. We're already planning future visits.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-May-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 23 to Thu May 28 2026 at a $126.56 average nightly rate.
"Close to campus beautiful lobby and rooms"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I loved my stay at the Graduate. It was so comfortable, I loved the design and decor. Beautiful. Staff was friendly and helpful. Can't wait to come back.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
18-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 12 to Mon Feb 16 2026 at a $147.65 average nightly rate.
"Easy check in efficient car valet pleasant staff"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Feb-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Feb 02 to Wed Feb 04 2026 at a $136.99 average nightly rate.
"Unique hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I really enjoyed the location and vibes of this hotel. Very unique.
(Group coordinator, booked 7 rooms), from US flag
18-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 17 to Sun Jan 18 2026 at a $159.90 average nightly rate.
"Clean"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Quite clean comfortable.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
12-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 09 to Sun Jan 11 2026 at a $113.98 average nightly rate.
"Outstanding"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Would stay here again!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Nov 20 to Fri Nov 21 2025 at a $121.43 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful hotel, friendly kind staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Enjoyed our stay very much. Great location. Helpful staff.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Jul-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 19 to Sun Jul 20 2025 at a $161.88 average nightly rate.
"Family wedding and reception weekend."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great family time was had by all thanks to your amazing facility.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
12-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 06 to Sun Jun 08 2025 at a $200.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

Rekindle the spirit of your alma mater at the smartest place to stay in town. Located right on Grand River Avenue, Graduate East Lansing sits in the heart of downtown, just a short walk from the Michigan State University campus. In the lobby, legend Magic Johnson is there to greet you at the Front Desk. Guest rooms celebrate the region's flora and fauna with pops of pine and classic plaids. Discover custom art inspired by MSU traditions and campus legends, including the school's agricultural legacy and Spartan standouts like the Miller family. Hungry? Post up at Poindexter, our lobby café. Or head up to our rooftop for dinner, drinks and views of MSU. With throwback style and a fun, laid-back menu, our bar channels that summer camp feel year-round.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00pm
Check Out: 11:00am
Year of Last Renovation: 2020
Floors: 10
Rooms: 194
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 194
Handicap Rooms: 6
Rooms with 1 Bed: 94
Rooms with 2 Beds: 100
Suites: 3
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 3 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 5500 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 200 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 5pm-2am
Ownership: AJ Capital
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual cancellation policy - 24 hours Group cancellation policy is a sliding scale.
Nightly Parking: $35.
Typical Group Deposit: 50%
Total Taxes: 13.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
Occupancy Tax: 5.00%
City Tax: 2.00%
Parking Fee: 35.00 Per Night (Valet Parking)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Central heating
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable

Airport & Shuttle Information

Lansing Capitol Region Airport - 16 miles, about a $15 uber ride.

Local Shuttle Info: NA

Breakfast Information

Breakfast is available at our Poindexter Café, open daily. All items priced a la carte. Sun-Thurs 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Fri-Sat 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets allowed Deposit $75.00 Non-refundable Fee Max weight 150 lbs Max size large Other pet information A maximum of three pets is allowed. A one-time, non-refundable pet fee of $75 per stay per pet will be charged to the guest folio upon check-in.

Parking Info

Valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

Cleaning Policies

Daily housekeeping service in hotel rooms and public space.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Fleetwood Diner - A local favorite serving classic diner fare 24/7. Located 0.3 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Lunch: Soup Spoon Cafe - A cozy cafe offering a variety of soups, sandwiches, and salads. Located 0.7 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Dinner: HopCat - A popular gastropub known for its extensive beer selection and delicious food. Located 0.5 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Activity: Michigan State University - Explore the beautiful campus of MSU, visit the Broad Art Museum, or catch a game at Spartan Stadium. Located 1.2 miles from Graduate East Lansing.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Golden Harvest - A popular breakfast spot known for its creative and delicious dishes. Be prepared for a wait! Located 2.1 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Lunch: El Azteco - Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine and their famous cheese dip at this local favorite. Located 1.5 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Dinner: Red Haven - A farm-to-table restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a focus on local ingredients. Located 3.2 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Activity: Potter Park Zoo - Spend the day exploring this family-friendly zoo and get up close with a variety of animals. Located 4.7 miles from Graduate East Lansing.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Strange Matter Coffee Co. - Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and a pastry at this hip coffee shop. Located 0.6 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Lunch: Zaytoon Mediterranean - Enjoy flavorful Mediterranean dishes including falafel, kebabs, and hummus. Located 1.2 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Dinner: Sansu Sushi & Cocktails - Indulge in fresh sushi and creative cocktails at this trendy Japanese restaurant. Located 0.8 miles from Graduate East Lansing.
  • Activity: Impression 5 Science Center - Have a hands-on learning experience at this interactive science museum. Located 0.9 miles from Graduate East Lansing.

Seasonality and Projections at Graduate East Lansing

Rate fluctuations of Graduate East Lansing

This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group quotes and the best online individual traveler prices our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 25.9% in the month of June 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $600 in the month of October 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Graduate East Lansing in a month when rates are lower.

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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Graduate East Lansing

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Graduate East Lansing.

Feel free to use the Graduate East Lansing meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in East Lansing event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Shadows Ballroom 83 x 34 x 15 2673 --/150 100 120 60 50 50 --/-- 250 250 --
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Shadows Ballroom

Beautiful ballroom overlooking MSU's campus right on Grand River with floor-to-ceiling windows! Nice balcony accessible from the ballroom.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
2673 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
83 x 34 x 15 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
25+
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Kedzie Ballroom 69 x 22 x 12 1495 96/-- 60 56 44 40 32 --/-- 160 100 --
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Kedzie Ballroom

Beautiful ballroom overlooking MSU's campus right on Grand River with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
1495 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
69 x 22 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
12
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Lemon Tree Room 50 x 36 x 13 1005 64/-- 48 40 30 28 28 --/-- 100 60 --
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Lemon Tree Room

Beautiful ballroom looking straight downtown East Lansing down Albert Street with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
1005 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
50 x 36 x 13 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
12
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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FAQs about Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Graduate by Hilton East Lansing have?

There are 194 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Breakfast is available at our Poindexter Café, open daily. All items priced a la carte. Sun-Thurs 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Fri-Sat 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

What parking is available at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Valet parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

Can I get a AAA rate at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Can I get a group rate at Graduate by Hilton East Lansing?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 3.5%.

Testimonials:

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"Everything exceeded our expectations. We will definitely use your service whenever we travel as a group. I have been telling everyone I know who have children on sports teams that travel about you. Thank you for everything." M.L. - Orlando, FL

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