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

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

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.

1. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lisa

£146

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

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

2. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kendra

£104

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

3. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Dean M.

£88

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

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

Kimberly Grice

£76

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

5. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Heather

£105

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.5 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Ashley

£104

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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.

7. The Herbie

1.2 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tanya

£167

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two black leather chairs, a small table with a vase, and a decorative wall piece.

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weights.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

1.8 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Dalia

£62

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

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.

9. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Belmont, 1.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Ryan

£47

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a purple wall, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

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

10. Great Plains Budget Inn

1.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

SHAWN

£62

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

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.

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

11. Annabell Gardens

3.9 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marvin

£118

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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

A living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.

12. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

2.2 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

James

£89

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a brick facade.

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

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

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites South - Lincoln by IHG

8 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Jonna

£78

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative wall mural.

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

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

3.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tabitha

£72

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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.

15. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

4.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kelli

£76

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a chair, a large painting on the wall, a bathtub, and a window with a TV.

16. Americinn by Wyndham Lincoln South

8 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Ruth

£79

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A courtyard with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, and string lights.

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a tiled wall, and a visible entrance to a market area.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped entrance.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a lifeguard stand.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln South

6.3 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Jose

£108

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, surrounded by chairs and a table, set against a building with large windows and stone walls.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, adjacent lounge chairs, and a door.

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

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Southeast

7.6 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kunjamma

£82

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a buffet counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A modern kitchen with a built-in coffee station, a waste bin, and a decorative wall with artwork.

A clean, modern lobby with a refrigerated display case, shelves with snacks, and a glass door entrance.

19. Hampton Inn Lincoln - South/Heritage Park

5.4 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Matthew

£88

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a kitchen, and a TV screen.

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

20. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

4.1 mi from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Winnifred

£69

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 95 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 544 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 195 reviews	View
The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 648 reviews	View

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, clean rooms, friendly staff. Perfect location. We will stay there again."

The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"From check in to check out the staff was welcoming and friendly, the room clean and well situated, and there was an excellent gym. Also, this hotel is uniquely located on the University of Nebraska campus. I highly recommend this hotel."

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. We've stayed there several times. Cocktail hour was especially popular with all the student move-ins this time. One wish is that the workout area was larger."

New Victorian Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly & helpful front desk"

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lincoln NE

10/10 Excellent

"Staff"

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

10/10 Excellent

"Clean facilities at a convenient location. Staff was helpful and efficient."

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing little place! The breakfast was top notch, with the added soft serve ice cream, slushie machine,and premium.coffee area available all day. Our room had the feel and look of an apartment. We had an amazing experience with all the staff, very helpfuland friendly. Keep up the amazing job! We cant wait to come back!"

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

8/10 Good

"It would have been helpful to have parking we didn’t have to pay for. It would have been nice to have breakfast included."

Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were incredibly spacious, clean, and comfortable, making it easy to relax after a long day. One of the highlights was the delicious breakfast, with plenty of fresh and tasty options to choose from. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. We would definitely stay here again!"

Other attractions near University of Nebraska-Lincoln

A museum exhibit with a large aquarium, dinosaur skeletons, and various fossils.

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 building interior with a central staircase, large circular ceiling decorations, and a visitor services desk.

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 56 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 Graduate by Hilton Lincoln and Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket.

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

Expedia has 56 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 International Quilt Study Center, Sheldon Museum of Art 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. The Kindler Hotel

2. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

3. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

5. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

7. The Herbie

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

9. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

10. Great Plains Budget Inn

11. Annabell Gardens

12. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites South - Lincoln by IHG

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

15. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

16. Americinn by Wyndham Lincoln South

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln South

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Southeast

19. Hampton Inn Lincoln - South/Heritage Park

20. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

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Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

New Victorian Suites

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lincoln NE

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

Annabell Gardens

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

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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