Collegiate throwback clubhouse
Ivy League nostalgia fills the lobby, where wood paneling, vintage books, leather seating, and cozy library alcoves set an academic scene.
Where it shines
Notable
Collegiate nostalgia throughout the interiors, appointed with Yale blue tones, vintage books, and custom bulldog artwork.
Notable
The restored 1894 brick building retains Connecticut's oldest working manual elevator alongside vintage architectural details.
Notable
Yale campus culture reflected through historic carved tavern tables, collegiate memorabilia, and loaner cruiser bikes.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The Graduate, the 72-room boutique hotel that opened in 2019, aces its collegiate-chic vibe.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Chapel Street in downtown New Haven, you are directly across from Yale's School of Art and historic Old Campus.
The rooms
Yale blue palettes frame vintage prints of Handsome Dan, paired with antique books and bathrooms finished in custom Dutch tile.
The gym
- Gym
- Fitness center with workout equipment.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Poindexter serves morning coffee beneath crystal chandeliers, and the basement pub Old Heidelberg pours craft beer beside a foosball table.
How it began
Dating to 1894 as the Hotel Majestic and later the Hotel Duncan, the restored brick landmark still operates its original manual lift.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.