Graduate Tempe

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to Arizona State University
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Graduate Tempe

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Bar (on property)
Lobby

Overview of Graduate Tempe

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is AU$216
Price available on 12/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
225 East Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ, 85281
  • Popular LocationArizona State University1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTempe Town Lake5 min drive
  • AirportPhoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhoenix Zoo10 min drive

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Campus King)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Campus Queen Queen)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Garden King)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Graduate King - Accessible)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate King)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Queen Queen)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Garden Queen Queen)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Tempe

Graduate Tempe is located in University Park, a neighbourhood in Tempe, and is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tempe Town Lake and Camelback Mountain, while Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Phoenix Convention Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Chase Field or Talking Stick Resort Arena. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and skydiving nearby.

What's nearby

  • Arizona State University - 1 min walk
  • Grady Gamman Memorial Auditorium - 6 min walk
  • Sun Devil Stadium - 18 min walk
  • Tempe Town Lake - 5 min drive
  • Phoenix Zoo - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • College Ave - Apache Blvd Station - 2 min walk
  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 10 min walk
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats - 7 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 8 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza - 9 min walk
  • The Chuckbox - 13 min walk

About this property

Graduate Tempe

Upscale hotel near Arizona State University
Located close to Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium and Tempe Town Lake, Graduate Tempe provides a rooftop terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Graduate Food Hall, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, an outdoor pool and a banquet hall
  • ATM/banking services, multilingual staff and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 140 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and mini fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5–20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Graduate Food Hall

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,950 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 to 20 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Graduate Tempe Hotel
Twin Palms Hotel Tempe
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Graduate Tempe Hotel
Graduate Hotel
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Graduate Tempe Tempe
Graduate Tempe Hotel Tempe

Frequently asked questions

Does Graduate Tempe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate Tempe?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Tempe on 12 May 2024 start from AU$215.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Graduate Tempe pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Graduate Tempe?

Self-parking is available for USD 15 per night.

What time is check-in at Graduate Tempe?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Graduate Tempe?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Graduate Tempe located?

Located in University Park, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Arizona State University and Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium. Tempe Town Lake and Phoenix Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). College Ave - Apache Blvd Station is only a 2-minute walk and 11th St - Mill Ave Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

Graduate Tempe Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay to visit ASU campus
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Staff was super friendly and the location steps from the ASU campus can’t be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location The Graduate chain is a great option in college towns
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean but showing age.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for ASU, but the condition of the hotel and also my experience on check out was poor/terrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kouetcha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaned, organized, secured. I had just a short time with my family and we were very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact, eclectic, clean rooms. Stayed for one night. Pleasant, smooth check-in. Nice toiletries. Location is within easy walking distance of the nice ASU downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I made a mistake with my booking and they corrected it for us without any issue. Enjoyed our stay in Tempe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly and accommodating staff, clean and cute facility. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024