Graduate East Lansing

130 West Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823 United States (USA)
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4.0 Star Property
42.735580 -84.484795
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  • Avg. Group Discount of 17.8%!
  • 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 4 meeting rooms

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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

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Check Rates Graduate Corner King Suite
Non-Smoking
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Local Attractions

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

Verified Reviews of Graduate East Lansing

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Every employee we encountered was very nice and engaging. No complaints whatsoever! Great stay!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Apr-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 14 to Sat Apr 15 2023 at a $175.00 average nightly rate.
"Love the Graduate East Lansing!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Love the Graduate East Lansing!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Apr-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 01 to Sun Apr 02 2023 at a $165.00 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: 4 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.
We welcome all pets! Small pet fee applies. Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay

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.

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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 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 East Lansing have?

There are 194 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Graduate East Lansing?

Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Graduate 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 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 East Lansing?

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

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

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP Rate Graduate King 1 King Bed Work Station Free WiFi in Room Coffee

Is there a gym at Graduate East Lansing?

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

Can I get a group rate at Graduate 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 17.8%.

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