Name: Graduate by Hilton New Haven
Address: 1151 Chapel St, New Haven, 06511, US

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Kimberly

I loved the location and the character of this property! Every person I encountered on the staff went above and beyond. I'm from the south so I appreciate the friendliness of these folks. I was greeted every time I came and went, which was a lot, and they truly seemed to care about my stay. The only negative I have is that they don't have a full-service restaurant on site. I stayed at the property for almost a week. It would have been nice to be able to eat in a night or two. Also, guests need to know that there is no parking. I was worried about that at first, but it turned out to be just fine. The Yale garage at Chapel and York was convenient, reasonably priced and safe, but I was nervous when I first realized that parking at this hotel is not an option. Overall, I enjoyed my stay and will come back if I am in the area again.

8/10

Excellent

21 Jul 2026

Richard

N/A

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2026

Adrian

-

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Sandra

Nice little hotel Christina and Christopher at the desk were amazing.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Phuong

N/A

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Phuong

N/A

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Allain

Great

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2026

Nicoletta

steps out front and no parking, but clean

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2026

Takuya

It was great!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

nicole

Very cute branding, but more than a little run-down. Rooms were clean.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Julie

Everything about this stay was wonderful.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

joseph

Beautiful, old building.
Every thing was great from the room to the staff to breakfast. Cofee was awesome.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2026

Gail

Best thing about the Graduate is its wonderful location -- for the Yale campus, restaurants, bookstores, etc. nearby. It's a bit old fashioned -- outdoor stairs up to the lobby, antique-style furniture, college-y atmosphere.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Ramesh

Clear room; friendly staff.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Crystal

Amazing stay. Will definitely use this property when I return.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

John

This is the most adorable hotel! It was amazing that it was a Hilton brand that was so cute and unique. I loved all of the small touches to Yale and the staff were so kind and friendly! The room was very clean and cute :)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Cecil

Beautiful, boutique style hotel! Great cafe inside. Definitely worth the stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Fangqing

Ok

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Mary Faith

Great location near campus!

Family

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2026

Sang

Everything was excellent—we had a great stay and would absolutely return. The only minor issue was that the mattresses felt a bit worn and slightly saggy and could use an update. There’s no on-site parking, but the parking garage is less than a 3-minute walk from the hotel, which was still very convenient.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Thyrone

We had a great time, loved the decor, everything was nice and clean, staff was really nice, close to campus and cool shops, staff was really nice to our service animal

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Xiaoyan

Lovely hotel w Yale-themed decorations, spacious room, comfortable bed, spacious bathroom. Downstairs there’s ample spaces to work, read, meet friends.

Great location on campus. My favorite hotel at Yale.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Ivelisse

Excellent location, very walkable, superb and friendly staff!!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Suzanne

Wonderful stay as always. Great Location close to Yale, wonderful staff and a great lobby to enjoy coffee and do work.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2026

Mariana

Amazing vibe, clean friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2026

Tracy

What a treat! Cant believe it’s a Hilton! So well done down to the room keys. Beautiful room, brilliantly decorated, bathroom dreamy!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Krishna

Beautiful quaint rooms and bathrooms, and very clean

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Gregory

Comfortable

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Daniel

Updated bathrooms, very happy with my stay

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Victoria

Love this updated period hotel. New and comfortable beds, bathroom. Great downstairs lounge areas. Old heildeberger basement level bar had some low key appeal as well. If a space that captures the past is interesting to you, this is the place for you.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Kristyna

My only negative is that they do not have internet tv

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

kathleen

Groovy, fun, comfortable hotel in a great location.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2026

Josh

Great service

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Amy

Loved the location and the room!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

Douglas

Staff, room, bathroom, lobby, location

10/10

Exceptional

12 Feb 2026

Kristina

Loved everything about the hotel - great location, quaint and cozy rooms, clean, friendly staff and lots of character!

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Feb 2026

Sonya

Cute, old-timey styled room with a nice bathroom. Nice staff. Close to everything. Loved the electric tea pot and the convenient plugs in the nightstand.

However, the room was on the small side, and you could feel the cold air coming through the window even with the shades down. I would not recommend staying here on a Friday or Saturday night, though. I was on the second floor and I was kept up until well past 2:00 am due to a group of loud students hanging out on the sidewalk for several hours…in 20 degree weather!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

Clifford

everything was great as expected.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2026

Kathryn

Great location to explore Yale. Quiet, comfortable & smartly appointed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2026

Tim

Lovely lobby and adjacent amenities

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2026

William

Older building with decent rooms, but definitely could use some more love

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jan 2026

Colin

It’s a pity there is t parking, and the room temperature (and controls) were a bit hot-and-miss.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

Jessica

I always like staying at Graduate hotels as they are cozy, thoughtfully designed and have a nice little on-site coffee shop. This one was historic, which gave it more character, and was right in the heart of New Haven. The staff were great but they weren’t always around at the front desk when I needed them. The wifi went out for a bit but they fixed it. The parking situation (at a nearby garage) wasn’t clear but I figured it out.

8/10

Excellent

03 Jan 2026

Eric

We enjoyed the atmosphere.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2026

Richard

Great staff, convenient central location, and tasteful retro-collegiate decor in a renovated historic building.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Michael

Everything was amazing

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Dec 2025

Taylor

Room was fine. F&B availability was kinda weak and the WiFi was awful.
Surprised that WiFi, considering the location, was so poor.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Hans

Nice stay

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2025

Josh

Well appointed room and bathroom in a lovely hotel with history. Will stay again when back in New Haven 100%. Staff goes out of their way to help!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2025

ESSEL OR

Yes

8/10

Excellent

11 Dec 2025

Alva

Clean room, great amenities, close to Yale campus

6/10

Pleasant

10 Dec 2025

Heather Katherine

The hotel did not track the reservation under my name. I had to show a copy of the receipt.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2025

Dennis

The staff is very accommodating. The decor is wonderfully nostalgic and inviting. The entire facility is spotless and our room perfect. The location is great for walking to many local attractions.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Dec 2025

Jennifer

My shower had mold and needed cleaning, and the room was very small. That said the breakfast was good, if expensive, and the staff lovely.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

03 Dec 2025

Ashley

Nice hotel. Friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2025

Jesse

I always wanted to stay at this hotel and I was not disappointed. The rooms are beautifully refurbished and comfortable. The staff was super helpful. And the feeling in the lobby can't be beat. Loved it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Ana Leilani

Location, room size and service were all good.

Business

8/10

Excellent

21 Nov 2025

Jennifer

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8/10

Excellent

16 Nov 2025

Christopher

Nice throwback hotel. Room was spotless, much old school charm. Check in was a little bumpy, otherwise a good stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

Kevin

1920’s feel, high ceilings, lots of character! Staff was extremely nice and helpful especially Christina at the front desk!

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2025

Angela

Great stay, friendly and helpful staff.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

10 Nov 2025

Jeff

Rooms and hotel were nice, but overall the place fell a little short of expectations. Negative points during our stay were the broken wi-fi, the TV's on-screen guide was reminiscent of the early 1990's with a slowly scrolling screen that shows a few channels at a time, and the instant \"stir grounds into hot water\" coffee was awful.

Jaimee at the front desk was the best part of our stay. She was pleasant, friendly, very helpful, and she went out of her way to make us feel welcome and comfortable.

8/10

Excellent

10 Nov 2025

Erin

This is a favorite hotel of mine. Good

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2025

Eva

Very happy with my stay here! The staff was super friendly, the coffee shop on property had the most deeeelicious latte that I had throughout my entire trip! Love how the whole property is decorated as well. Very charming!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2025

Agnieszka

Fabulous hotel

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

Frank

Beautiful hotel, well-decorated

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

Tom

Front desk staff was great !

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2025

Lauren

The bar downstairs is so fun, and their pizza night provided us with the best pizza in New Haven (better than the famous spots we all know). The bartenders made our trip, and showed us the warmth of the people of New Haven. Do not skip the bar! Even if you do not drink, the games are great and the food is even better.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

Laura

Wish we had planned to stay more than 1 night!

Such a lovely, fun hotel! Everything was perfect. The room was beautiful and comfortable. The lobby was gorgeous - a great place to settle in with delicious beverage from the coffee shop and a good book. I also enjoyed all of the historic character they kept from when it was the Hotel Duncan. I just loved everything about it.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2025

Garett

Loud tv in adjoining room, went on late, but i covered my head with a pillow

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2025

Douglas H

Really creative and thoughtful design with themed tiles, artwork, etc. makes this hotel a lot of fun as well as convenient and comfortable. The high ceilings, large bathroom for a old (remodeled) buildings, and other nice touches were pleasant surprises. It's very close to Yale and plenty of restaurants.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Frank

Parking garage is close in proximity

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2025

nicholas

Such amazing regional decor, lovely staff, huge lounge lobby area, really stylish

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2025

Kerri

Excellent rooms

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2025

Jennifer

The hotel had wonderful unique decor, a lovely coffee shop within the hotel, a very welcoming staff and a great location in terms of access to Yale, restaurants and museums! We enjoyed it so much that we looked to see where other Graduate hotels are located.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

David

Fantastic place!

6/10

Pleasant

25 Sep 2025

Natashka

The water pressure was TERRIBLE and NO ONE SAID A DAMN THING ABOUT IT until I asked the following morning what was going on. They said they had some company working on it but it was TERRIBLE the entire time I was there. Had I known beforehand I wouldn't have stayed there especially considering how pricey it was. Plus the entrance was not very friendly to suitcases and the accessible entrance was in the back around the corner like I was the help in some fancy house. Very convenient to Yale but not worth it.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2025

Danielle

Overall we had a nice stay, but the rooms were not soundproof so we heard a lot of footsteps above us and noise from neighbouring rooms. It’s an older building so that’s understandable, however would have preferred a bit more quiet.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

Charles

Graduate by Hilton - New Haven

Excellent w great character and charm. An older and ‘classic’ hotel that looks newer and fresh as opposed to worn and tired.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Sep 2025

Alison

Good location for Yale campus and restaurants. Hotel staff unfriendly and too disinterested to be bothered to say hello or good morning. Shower pressure was terrible - see other reviews. Cafe coffee decent (made up for awful instant coffee in room) but good options very limited. Not good for folks with mobility issues.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

31 Aug 2025

Gillian

Really close to Yale. No on site parking so we had to search for parking and walk back to the hotel late at night after we arrived…and there were some iffy characters around the area. More iffy characters greeted us near our parked car at 8:30am the next morning. The best part was Kristina at the front desk! She was really friendly and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2025

Lauren

The only negative about the property was that there was no on site parking and no valet to help us unload/park when we arrived at 9pm.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2025

Boris

I had a great time at the Graduate. Quiet, close to campus, close to Toad's place, and close to bunch of great restaurants. Only area of improvement would be the WiFi -- it was consistent but not particularly fast.

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2025

Felice

Loved everything except the bed. The mattress was old and uncomfortable

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Yanina

Great hotel, comfortable beds, clean property. Ideal location, close to Yale

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2025

Tami

A very stylish hotel. Quiet.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2025

Gina

Stunning property! We went for an overnight stay, Yale University tour. The hotel is near everything. The coffee bar was delicious, lots of options too. The lobby and rooms beautiful and unique.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Elizabeth

Great hotel in the niddle of town. A block from the Museum of Art. Park around thr corner..no parking on site.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2025

Dan

I really like the interior design of the hotel, it offers an antique feeling reflecting the history of the area and Yale University. Very convenient location, close to eating, Yale campus and Yale Art museum.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Great hotel in the ghetto

Great hotel with a delicious coffee shop, we enjoyed our stay but likely wouldn’t return. Although it’s located near one of the best schools, the area feels unsafe. Bikers and vehicles without license plates frequently disregard traffic laws, terrorizing the streets. Walking around, Harlem felt safer by comparison.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2025

Susan

Scenic design of property and great location

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

Very close to Yale. So very convenient for college tour.
Parking is separated, $35 over night fee at the private parking lot.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2025

Corinne

Great location and was able to park right out front on a Sunday.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2025

Gordon

I love this hotel! I've stayed in several other hotels in NH but this one is my favorite. Love the collegiate decor and the Yale theme throughout. The staff is helpful, the rooms are small but cozy and nicely decorated. The location is ideal and love having a cafe in the lobby to grab coffee in the AM.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

Ange

The rooms were nicely redone, classy and old school but clean and modernized. Staff and service were excellent, the Poindexter cafe downstairs was super convenient with delicious and good quality coffee and breakfast items. Location extremely convenient to shops, dining and campus.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

Carrie

Graduate hotel is amazing if the trio is to visit the adjoining college. Second stay in graduate hotel this year and we will stay in another when possible. Room is small but well appointed. Bed is comfortable. Bathroom is great with good toiletries.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Cristina

Loved it

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Alex

I liked the person that checked me in.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10