Graduate by Hilton Auburn, AL

The rooms were perfect, and I loved the location and views. I travel often for work and have stayed at other Graduate hotels, but this was easily the cutest one I’ve been to. Lauren checked me in and was absolutely precious, while Brady G helped me with valet. I had an amazing weekend and can’t recommend the hotel enough.

For parents weekend, I had one of the best nights of sleep I’ve gotten in a hotel lately. The room was clean and smelled great, and the staff were great too, exceeding what I expected. Fabulous stay.

We had a great time relaxing in the lobby and catching up with friends, and dinner at the War Eagle Supper Club was a treat. Everyone was helpful and friendly from arrival through checkout. Of all the Graduate hotels I’ve stayed at, this one had the best rooms and atmosphere. We’ll stay here on our future Auburn trips.

We’ve stayed here twice and love the Graduate brand. If you want to be downtown, the location is hard to beat: the hotel is practically on the university campus, with shopping and activities close by. It really does feel like a vintage-inspired social club, full of energy and nostalgia, and there’s plenty that’s Instagrammable. The Graduate by Hilton Auburn opened in late 2024 and has quickly become a hub for alumni and fans who want to be right in the middle of things. It captures the orange and blue spirit of “The Loveliest Village on the Plains” without giving up style. Like other Graduate properties, it has its own character instead of feeling cookie-cutter. The lobby is wonderfully maximalist, with wood paneling, mismatched fabrics, and a huge communal study table. Look for the custom chandeliers made from footballs and baseball bats, a nod to Bo Jackson, and the headboards inspired by the Toomer’s Corner oaks. Those landmarks are just a short walk away. War Eagle!