The Local Locale

Sponsored by Graduate Hotels

While there are definitely things that all college students can relate to (I’m looking at you, finals), there are those certain things that make your college experience unique based on where you go to school. There is the particular architecture of the buildings; those one-of-kind pieces from your favorite independent clothing boutique; and, of course, all the delicious local food you instantly crave the moment you are within a 20-mile radius of campus.

Graduate Hotels is all about celebrating all things unique and local with their well-curated, well-crafted hotels that reside in some of our favorite college towns across the country. These aren’t your traditional campus hotels, either. Each property celebrates the collegiate feel and the surrounding community in a bright, new way. Think coffee bars with locally sourced beans, restaurant menus that speak to the city’s flair and craft beer from neighborhood breweries.

Each hotel has its own spot to study and study break. At the Graduate Hotel in Madison, hit the books in Portage Pi, the hotel’s Juice & Coffee Bar serving up signature hand pies. After, meet up with friends for a brew and a view at the Graduate’s rooftop bar, The Madison Blind. In Charlottesville, you may find your new favorite study spot and local espresso in Graduate Charlottesville’s café, Sheepdog Coffee, or channeling your competitive side in their 2nd Floor game room.

Currently located near the University of Virginia, University of Wisconsin, Arizona State University, University of Georgia and University of Mississippi campuses, Graduate is heading to University of Michigan, University of North Carolina, University of Nebraska and Berkeley next! Be sure to check out to these locations for a “taste” of something new and local.

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