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

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

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, 8.9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Dean M.

£88

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, safety signs, and lounge chairs.

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

2. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

11.7 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Joel

£83

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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.

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

3. Annabell Gardens

13 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Marvin

£117

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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 spacious lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

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

4. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

9.9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Kira

£76

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A MainStay Suites hotel with a modern entrance, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A hallway with a brown door, a sign indicating 'Storage / Electrical', and a water dispenser.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

10.1 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Tabitha

£72

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A modern lounge area with a brick fireplace, large windows, and contemporary furniture.

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

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

6. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 8.8 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Kendra

£104

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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.

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

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Kimberly Grice

£76

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a mix of brick and glass facades.

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

8. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9.5 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Heather

£105

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

9. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 8.7 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Heidi

£101

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave.

A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, hairdryer, and towel rack.

10. BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

10.2 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Herbert

£54

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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.

11. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

10.5 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

James

£89

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a mirror, a sofa, and a colorful rug.

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

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

12. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 7.1 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Aisha

£76

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a covered walkway, and a glass door leading inside.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.

A garden with a gazebo, lush greenery, and a variety of flowers.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

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

9.9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Johnny

£86

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 8.7 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Ashley

£104

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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.

15. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Andrew

£148

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A restaurant with a central seating area, two TVs mounted on the walls, and a decorative shelf with various items.

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

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a display of snacks, and a 'Hilton Honors' sign.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a blue ceiling.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Lincoln - Northeast I-80

10.5 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Jason

£90

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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.

17. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 8.9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Brody

£108

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A reception area with a large mural of a building, two reception desks, a clock, and a bulletin board.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and several lounge chairs.

A snack and beverage vending area with various snack brands and a refrigerated drink dispenser.

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

18. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

9.9 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Benton

£61

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent signage.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a wall-mounted TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and tables.

19. MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

10.1 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Eun

£78

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A hotel with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is by IHG.

Two beverage vending machines with shelves of snacks and beverages.

A modern lobby with sofas, a reception desk, and a vending machine.

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

20. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

10.2 mi from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Winnifred

£69

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 553 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Lincoln East	9.4 Exceptional 374 reviews	View
Annabell Gardens	9.8 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,195 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area	9.4 Exceptional 1,016 reviews	View

Top Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, property was clean. Great stay"

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Close to alot of things to do"

Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast"

Resort Style Gem, Pool, Amazing Slide!!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent 5-day stay at this property! Pictures depict the state of the home very well. Kids had the best time in the pool with the slide. At the deepest, it is about 5-5.5 ft and tapers to shallow water near the steps. We had a minor snag with the pool during our stay and Maria was very responsive, sending staff over within 30 minutes to resolve. We would absolutely stay again!"

Horizon Inn Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean, comfortable bed, nice usb/120v power hub, reasonably priced,-perfect for an overnight stay. Will stay again."

Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Closeness to interstate and traffic noise"

Rodeway Inn Lincoln West - University Area

8/10 Good

"Convenient location to Interstate 80, downtown Lincoln, and Pinewood Bowl. While an older facility, it is clean and well kept. The beds were comfortable. While there is no breakfast offered, the reasonable room cost overweighs this."

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about the hotel/room was great. Very convenient for walking to all of the different places in the Hay market. We did have a “false alarm” fire alarm at midnight that was a rude awakening!"

Motel 6 Lincoln, NE - Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The properties under construction, but it was a great stay for a great price"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area?

Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area is located in Lincoln. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and major shopping area. Lincoln is home to 309 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area?

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. You'll find it 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area. Other good options around the area include Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln West and Graduate by Hilton Lincoln.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

2. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

3. Annabell Gardens

4. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

6. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

8. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

10. BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

11. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

12. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

15. The Kindler Hotel

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Lincoln - Northeast I-80

17. Embassy Suites Lincoln

18. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

19. MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

20. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

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Top Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

Resort Style Gem, Pool, Amazing Slide!!

Horizon Inn Motel

Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Rodeway Inn Lincoln West - University Area

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Motel 6 Lincoln, NE - Airport

Other attractions near Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Green Space

Arnold Heights Public Area

Arnold Heights Park

Eagles' View Park

Olympic Heights Park

Dan A Williams Branch Library

Huskerville Park

Union Bank and Trust Stadium

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