Graduate Annapolis

Graduate Hotels® is excited to announce that Graduate Annapolis officially opens its doors on October 11, 2019. The 215-room hotel is located in the heart of the Annapolis Arts District, a short walk from the Chesapeake Bay and nearby United States Naval Academy and St. John's College. The hotel will feature Poindexter, Graduate Hotels' signature café concept; and Camp Severn Shore, a coastal inspired full-service restaurant.

Created for travelers who seek memory-making journeys, Graduate Hotels is a thoughtfully crafted collection of hotels that reside in dynamic university-anchored cities across the country. Each property celebrates and commemorates the optimistic energy of its community, while offering an extended retreat to places that often play host to the best days of our lives.

Upon entering the hotel, visitors are welcomed by an art installation at the front desk, which features maritime signal flags spelling out the message "We are all students." Establishing a distinct sense of place, decor marries Annapolis' coastal positioning and storied sailing culture with nods to the rich history and tradition synonymous with the nearby United States Naval Academy. Sailing knot wallpaper encompasses the lobby ceiling and walls, while braised wood columns with brass banding resemble traditional wooden ship barrels. Inviting seating areas with custom furniture in plaid prints and deep navy and red establish a spirited energy throughout. Beyond the lobby, a four-story interior atrium features carpet depicting the historic Bancroft Hall rotunda and hundreds of nautical vintage art reproductions.

Guest room decor takes on the identity of the nearby Chesape

ake Bay with preppy madras plaid headboards and vibrant striped wallpaper in red, blue and green hues inspired by Maryland Blue Crabs. Nods to Naval Academy traditions are found throughout, with illustrations referencing the annual Herndon Monument Climb and a custom lamp depicting Navy mascot Bill the Goat.

School pride is amplified with Navy gold curtains and bedside tables that pay homage to military life. Vintage sailboat paintings are complemented with art referencing classic Navy terminology. Graduate Annapolis will be home to two forthcoming food and beverage concepts: Camp Severn Shore and Poindexter. Positioned next to the hotel lobby is Camp Severn Shore, a coastal restaurant serving a seafood-forward menu with small plates featuring American classics and nautical-inspired cocktails. Serving lunch and dinner daily, Camp Severn Shore will offer indoor and outdoor seating and vintage maritime decor complete with playful Chesapeake inspired design details. The lobby café, Poindexter, will serve coffee roasted from acclaimed Coffee Manufactory, as well as breakfast sandwiches and local pastries in the morning. With 20,000 square feet of meeting and event space, the hotel additionally offers a variety of distinct settings to host groups of up to 500 guests.

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