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

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and lounge chairs along the sides.

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

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Michael

£84

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A dining room with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A two-story brick house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and wooden paneling.

2. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

0.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

James

£87

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk labeled "Kindler Hotel," leather seating, a chandelier, and a wooden floor.

3. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 1.7 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Christa

£141

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 lounge area with a brick fireplace, large windows, and contemporary furniture.

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

4. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 1.9 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Marc

£107

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a Hilton sign, and a snack vending area.

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

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1.6 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Daniel

£73

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

6. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

1.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Karrie

£89

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 2 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Scott

£115

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

8. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 2 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Tami

£104

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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, 1.7 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Uriel

£91

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining areas, seating arrangements, and a central staircase.

A hotel room with a wooden dining table, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

The exterior of the Embassy Suites hotel with a curved entrance, multiple floors, and a flagpole with an American flag.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a tiled deck and a seating area with chairs.

10. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 1.7 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Dawn

£119

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

Haymarket, 1.9 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

michael

£89

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a bar.

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

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

12. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 1.4 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Amy

£114

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A rooftop terrace with red chairs, a wooden table, and potted plants.

A bar area with a black and white tiled counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Haymarket, 1.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Alycia

£104

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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.

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

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1.2 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Patrick

£53

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, black leather seating, and a variety of potted plants.

A reception desk with a stone-textured wall, a sign offering assistance, and a payment terminal.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk with a lamp.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a coffee station, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

15. New Victorian Suites

1.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Mickayla

£53

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a gazebo.

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

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

16. Annabell Gardens

2.8 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Heidi

£121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

17. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

5.4 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Kira

£78

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a television.

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a long pool.

18. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 4.3 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

William

£79

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a green accent wall.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a Holiday Inn Express sign, and a small kiosk with snacks.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a sign that reads 'MUST. HAVE. COFFEE.'

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet, and a desk.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

6.3 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Joan

£76

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden cabinet with a microwave, a large flat-screen TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and artwork on the walls.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, blue cabinets, and a wooden door.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and kitchen.

20. Americinn by Wyndham Lincoln South

6.3 mi from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Mary

£81

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lincoln Children's Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 712 reviews	View
Martha's Bed and Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 240 reviews	View

Top Lincoln Children's Zoo Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Lincoln South

8/10 Good

"We were in town for a family wedding, so we spent 3 nights there. The facility is older, but the rooms were comfortable and very clean. The staff were exceptional, and were helpful when we needed a few little items in the room: extra towels, more kleenex, etc. It was quiet, and comfortable. Everything in the room worked! no complaints. We would stay here again."

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient downtown location. The room was HUGE, the beds super comfy, everything was perfect. No complaints."

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Restaurant/bar in the hotel."

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"free breakfast and dinner and drinks, amazing!"

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Good not the best but good"

The Kindler Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, great property"

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean but a little out dated but definitely worth booking to be close to downtown with the lower price we paid!"

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, staff and location. We will definitely stay here again!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for football weekend stay. Parking was easy enough. Staff very friendly. Breakfast was well maintained but pretty typical of hotel breakfast optiond and taste."

Other attractions near Lincoln Children's Zoo

Sunken Gardens

9.0/10 (181 reviews)

Participate in the planting events and go to the intriguing gardening talks in this active and welcoming set of gardens.

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A large white building with a tall tower and a dome, surrounded by green grass and trees.

Nebraska State Capitol

8.6/10 (328 reviews)

Tour Lincoln’s gleaming art deco Capitol building to learn about the architecture and local legislature of the Tower on the Plains.

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Museum of Nebraska History

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Nebraska History in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Woods Tennis Center

Catch an event at Woods Tennis Center during your trip to Lincoln. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Antelope Park

9.0/10 (21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Antelope Park, a lovely green space in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Hazel Abel Park

Hazel Abel Park is just one of the places to see in Lincoln, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frank H Woods Telpehone Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Frank H Woods Telpehone Museum during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Governor's Mansion

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Governor's Mansion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lincoln Children's Zoo?

Lincoln Children's Zoo 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 19 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lincoln Children's Zoo?

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 1.8 mi (3 km) from Lincoln Children's Zoo. Other good choices within a few miles include Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown and New Victorian Suites.

How many hotels will I find close to Lincoln Children's Zoo?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lincoln Children's Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lincoln Children's Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Lincoln Children's Zoo.

What can I see and do near Lincoln Children's Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at Sheldon Museum of Art, International Quilt Study Center and Nebraska History Museum. You can check out the local talent at Lied Center, Pinnacle Bank Arena and Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Sunken Gardens, Antelope Park and Hazel Abel Park.

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Our top choices for Lincoln Children's Zoo hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

2. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

3. The Kindler Hotel

4. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

6. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

7. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

8. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10. Embassy Suites Lincoln

11. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

12. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

15. New Victorian Suites

16. Annabell Gardens

17. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

18. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

20. Americinn by Wyndham Lincoln South

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Top Lincoln Children's Zoo Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Lincoln South

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Annabell Gardens

The Kindler Hotel

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Other attractions near Lincoln Children's Zoo

Sunken Gardens

Nebraska State Capitol

Museum of Nebraska History

Woods Tennis Center

Antelope Park

Hazel Abel Park

Frank H Woods Telpehone Museum

Governor's Mansion

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