About Graduate by Hilton Providence

LANDMARK LODGINGS IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN PROVIDENCE Built in 1922, this landmark locale (formerly the Providence Biltmore) is bursting with old-school charm. Look up for a view of the lobby’s original ornate ceiling and famed glass-and-brass elevator. Throughout, layers of plaid, tweed and leather provide a healthy dose of post-grad bachelor pad. Mix in some laughs from locals and alums (there’s something about those Farrelly brothers) and you get a hotel with as much humor as history. Located in the center of downtown, Graduate Providence is an unmatched setting for weddings, reunions and other celebrations. The historic venue boasts a whopping 18,000 square feet of event space (hello, Grand Ballroom!) and is close to the campuses of Brown University, the Rhode Island School of Design, Providence College, Johnson & Wales University and Rhode Island College. Whether you’re in town for a meeting, a wedding or to cheer on your alma mater, we’re here to make your visit memorable. Our warm, friendly and whip-smart staff (#humblebrag) will guide you around Providence, so that you feel like a local even if it’s your first time in town. Our rooms are ready for a night like you’ve never had before, where little moments of surprise and discovery will meet you down every corridor and around each corner. This is Graduate–be ready to be inspired.

Venue Info

Max Capacity

500

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Room Layouts

Mayor's Suite

  • Conference
    8

Ocean State Suite A

  • Theater
    45
  • Classroom
    20
  • Conference
    20
  • Banquet
    30
  • Reception
    40
  • U-Shape
    18

Ocean State Suite B

  • Theater
    60
  • Classroom
    30
  • Conference
    25
  • Banquet
    50
  • Reception
    40
  • U-Shape
    20

Ocean State Suite C

  • Theater
    45
  • Classroom
    20
  • Conference
    20
  • Banquet
    30
  • Reception
    40
  • U-Shape
    18

Indoor Balcony

  • Banquet
    50
  • Reception
    175

Capital Ballroom

  • Theater
    200
  • Classroom
    100
  • Banquet
    230
  • Reception
    230
  • Dinner Dance
    150
  • U-Shape
    45

Parkview Terrace

  • Theater
    150
  • Banquet
    90
  • Reception
    150
  • Dinner Dance
    60

Graduate Boardroom

  • Conference
    14

Narragansett

  • Theater
    70
  • Classroom
    40
  • Conference
    30
  • Banquet
    50
  • Reception
    60
  • U-Shape
    25

L'Apogee

  • Banquet
    100
  • Reception
    250

L'Apogee A

  • Banquet
    10
  • Conference
    100

L'Apogee B

  • Theater
    60
  • Classroom
    30
  • Conference
    28
  • Banquet
    50
  • Reception
    50
  • U-Shape
    25

Biltmore Ballroom

  • Theater
    300
  • Classroom
    200
  • Banquet
    300
  • Reception
    500
  • Dinner Dance
    250

Summit

  • Theater
    80
  • Banquet
    140
  • Reception
    250
  • Dinner Dance
    110

Summit A, B

  • Conference
    10
  • Banquet
    10

Summit C

  • Theater
    45
  • Classroom
    24
  • Banquet
    40
  • Reception
    50
  • Conference
    20
  • U-Shape
    18

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