The Best Hotels Closest to University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Lincoln - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with a counter and shelves of bottles, and a large screen on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

A buffet area with a counter, food containers, and seating in the background.

A Drury Plaza Hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with glass doors.

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Michael

£83

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern building with a sign reading "Boitano's Lounge".

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and a sign for "Boitano's Lounge".

A luxurious leather armchair with a decorative base, positioned in front of a wine cellar with numerous wine bottles and a large vase of greenery.

A modern interior with a dining area, sofas, and a large chandelier.

2. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Christa

£158

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with seating, a brick wall, and a city view through large windows.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a brick wall with a clock.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Residence Inn by Marriott" sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

3. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marc

£107

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, multi-story building with a stone facade and multiple windows.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and packaged foods.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a Hilton sign, and a snack vending area.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Daniel

£81

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a brick wall.

A modern building with large windows and a fire pit in the center surrounded by outdoor seating.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, a seating area with a round table, and large wooden columns.

A modern bar area with a long counter, stools, and seating.

5. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Caidon

£97

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A Courtyard hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a modern architectural design.

A reception area with three wooden reception desks, a wall-mounted TV, and a tiled floor.

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a sign for 'Courtyard by Marriott', and a brick building facade.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lucille

£107

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a 'Pinnacle Bank' branch, and a modern architectural design.

A building entrance with large arched windows and a central glass door.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a large plant.

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 0.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Walker

£103

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining areas, a central seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

A large, empty conference room with a patterned carpet, recessed lighting, and a high ceiling.

A modern bathroom with a white countertop, a coffee maker, a glass carafe, and a sink.

8. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 0.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Justin

£106

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel lobby with blue checkered sofas, two standing lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, a 'Good Morning' sign, and a 'This is how we roll' sign.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

gloria

£88

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A hotel pool area with a pool lift, seating area, and pool regulations sign.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, overlooking a cityscape.

A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

Haymarket, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

michael

£88

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A grand lobby with a curved staircase, a grand piano, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A library with leather sofas, bookshelves, and framed artwork.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Cornhuser."

11. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Amy

£112

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A building with multiple balconies, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a large mirror, and artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

12. The Herbie

1.2 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kathleen

£148

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with a view of the cityscape, featuring American flags and a brick building named 'Harpheam'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative wall with a brick pattern.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling.

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Haymarket, 0.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Alycia

£99

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A TownHouse hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped garden area with various plants and flowers.

A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a trash bin, and a wall-mounted electrical outlet.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet and doors on both sides.

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Adrian

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a sink. There are two wooden tables with chairs.

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weights.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a spacious parking lot and a Super 8 sign.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

1.8 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Richard

£57

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and a pool ladder.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, stainless steel sink, and a mirror above the counter.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a patterned floor.

16. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Belmont, 1.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Randy

£46

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by flower beds.

A spacious indoor area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

17. Annabell Gardens

3.9 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Allen

£109

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Best Western Plus hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and multiple windows.

A reception area with two counters, a check-in desk, and a self-service kiosk.

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A hot tub area with a metal ladder, tiled walls, and a pool in the background.

18. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

4.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Devin

£81

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a TV.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a flat roof, large windows, and a stone accent wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A garden with a central gazebo structure, surrounded by various flowering plants and greenery.

19. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Lincoln I - 80 by IHG

4.2 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Connie

£85

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with seating options including sofas, ottomans, and hanging chairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a mural of a dinosaur.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view.

20. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

2.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tawakalitu

£88

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 763 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 114 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 258 reviews	View
The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 678 reviews	View

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"Retro decorations /interior design was amazing! Loved the corn field drapes and wallpaper!"

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, easy parking, spacious room, comfortable bed, nice bathroom and very good breakfast. Walkable to sports venues, bars, restaurants and shopping. Highly recommended."

Embassy Suites Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel! Clean, friendly staff, excellent breakfast!"

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, very pleasant staff"

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay. I wish more properties like this existed across the country. Two bedrooms, two baths, and a washer and dryer make it the best!"

Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

8/10 Good

"It's a great place to stay. The only thing that was not great was the parking and no free breakfast."

New Victorian Suites

8/10 Good

"My stay at New Victorian Suites were very comfortable. The room was clean (I give 4 outvof 5) and quite roomy, though i was surprised that they didn't have coffee and coffee maker in the room as their amenities. The hotel staff were helpful and welcoming. The fitness room didn't have a treadmill. Breakfast was clean and very basic and lacking (no eggs, or any meat). But biscuit with gravy was decent."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I had such a good experience here. This hotel was very clean and quiet. And the staff was friendly too."

Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

10/10 Excellent

"This was a long while back, but I had no complaints."

Other attractions near University of Nebraska-Lincoln

A bronze sculpture of a horse's head in front of a building with columns and windows.

University of Nebraska State Museum

8.8/10 (38 reviews)

Bear witness to the formation of the universe and gaze up at an enormous mammoth skeleton in this eclectic complex.

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Memorial Stadium

9.2/10 (893 reviews)

Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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A modern interior with large arched windows, a central column, and a ceiling with circular cutouts.

Sheldon Museum of Art

8.6/10 (30 reviews)

Stroll through the marvelous sculpture garden and admire the contemporary and abstract art in this museum on the university campus.

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Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Lied Center

8.4/10 (260 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Lied Center on your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Lied Center for Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Lied Center for Performing Arts during your stay in Lincoln. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Great Plains Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Great Plains Art Museum during your travels in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Lincoln Children's Museum

8.6/10 (34 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lincoln Children's Museum during your travels to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is located in an area of Lincoln that travellers like for its art scene and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 55 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Other good choices close by include Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown and Graduate by Hilton Lincoln.

How many hotels are there close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Nebraska-Lincoln, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

What can I see and do near University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sheldon Museum of Art, International Quilt Study Center or Nebraska History Museum. You can catch a show at Lied Center, Pinnacle Bank Arena and Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater. You can wander around Sunken Gardens, Hazel Abel Park or Antelope Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for University of Nebraska-Lincoln hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

2. The Kindler Hotel

3. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

5. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

8. Embassy Suites Lincoln

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

11. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

12. The Herbie

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

16. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

17. Annabell Gardens

18. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

19. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Lincoln I - 80 by IHG

20. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

Compare popular hotels close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Embassy Suites Lincoln

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

Annabell Gardens

Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

New Victorian Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Other attractions near University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska State Museum

Memorial Stadium

Sheldon Museum of Art

Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center

Lied Center

Lied Center for Performing Arts

Great Plains Art Museum

Lincoln Children's Museum

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