New Graduate Hotel In Raleigh To Boost Local Tourism

Raleigh, North Carolina, is about to welcome a vibrant new player to its hospitality landscape with the upcoming Graduate Hotel set to rise beside NC State University. This bold project is designed to nurture local tourism, serve faculty and alumni with easy, stylish lodgings, and lift the overall calibre of lodging in the neighbourhood. Spanning seven stories, the hotel is poised to become a sought-after stop for anyone visiting the city, perfectly anchored on Hillsborough Street, a short stroll from beloved landmarks like the Players Retreat pub and the student centre.

Location and Design Plans for the New Graduate Hotel

The proposed Graduate Hotel will be situated at 1912 Hillsborough St, a property that has long been a subject of potential development. Currently occupied by a parking lot, the site was once considered for a thirty five unit condo building in 2018, but those plans were never realised. The new proposal, however, focuses on enhancing the hospitality sector with a hotel that includes forty nine structured parking spaces.

Graduate Hotels, a Hilton-owned brand, is known for its college-themed hotels and operates more than thirty properties in college towns across the United States. This hotel, which will be designed with inspiration from the nearby NC State University, is expected to attract university students, their families, and other travellers to the area.

Boosting Local Tourism and Hospitality

Project Partners and Timeline

Impact on Local Economy and Visitors

Additionally, the hotel is expected to create job opportunities during its construction and once operational. This will not only contribute to the local economy but also provide valuable services to visitors, further supporting Raleigh's tourism and hospitality industries.