For a stay that puts you in Annapolis rather than Baltimore, Graduate by Hilton Annapolis is the convenient base. It stands at 126 West Street in the city center, within walking distance of City Dock, the Maryland State House and the United States Naval Academy. The hotel has 217 individually furnished rooms in a six-floor building from 1985, including suites and accessible options with roll-in showers. Rooms include air conditioning, a 32-inch smart TV, a desk, a coffee and tea maker, a safe and blackout drapes, with free Wi-Fi at 50 Mbps or more. Poindexter Coffee serves the morning, the Trophy Room is the restaurant and there is a bar and lounge and a snack bar. The 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycle rentals are a nice touch for exploring the historic center. The hotel has 16 meeting rooms and a ballroom, so it often hosts events and weddings. Pets are welcome, with up to two at 75 pounds each, and there is an outdoor dog park on the second floor.
Location and getting around
Annapolis is compact, so most sights are on foot. The Naval Academy visitor center, City Dock, the State House and the harbor cruises are all close, and the hotel’s free bikes widen your range. Baltimore is about 30 miles north, a drive of under an hour, which makes this a good alternative base for a trip that includes both cities.
Rooms and policies
On-site self parking and valet are both available. The building has a stair-free entrance path, an elevator, accessible paths and an accessible registration desk. Smoking is not allowed, and free cribs are available on request. A mini fridge can be requested for your room.
Who it suits
Day-trippers who want to stay overnight in Annapolis, Navy families, couples on a weekend away and travelers combining the harbor, the academy and the historic downtown. It is a more traditional hotel than a boutique, so expect a polished but standard feel, and book early for academy graduation and parade weekends, when Annapolis fills. For a Baltimore-centered trip, the hotels in this guide remain the closer option.
Why stay here
- ✓Trophy Room restaurant
- ✓Poindexter Coffee
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓24-hour fitness center
- ✓Complimentary bicycle rentals
- ✓Pet friendly with dog park
- ✓Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- ✓Accessible rooms with roll-in showers
Good questions
Where is Graduate by Hilton Annapolis?+
It is at 126 West Street in Annapolis, within walking distance of City Dock, the Maryland State House and the Naval Academy.
Does the hotel offer bicycles?+
Yes, complimentary bicycle rentals are available, along with a 24-hour gym.
Are pets allowed at Graduate Annapolis?+
Yes, up to two pets of up to 75 pounds each are allowed, and there is an outdoor dog park on the second floor.
