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

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

1. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 3 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Michael

SAR 360

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 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 living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.

2. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

1.2 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

James

SAR 405

SAR 471 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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, 3.1 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Marc

SAR 458

SAR 532 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "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.

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.

4. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 2.7 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Christa

SAR 604

SAR 702 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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.

5. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

2.9 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Karrie

SAR 380

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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.

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

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 2.6 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Daniel

SAR 305

SAR 355 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 3.1 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Scott

SAR 492

SAR 572 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with two sinks, and a towel rack with folded towels.

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

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

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

8. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 3.2 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Tami

SAR 443

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Downtown Lincoln, 2.8 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Uriel

SAR 394

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 2.8 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Dawn

SAR 493

SAR 573 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

11. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

Haymarket, 3.1 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

michael

SAR 380

SAR 441 total

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

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

12. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 2.3 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Amy

SAR 485

SAR 564 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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

13. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1.9 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Patrick

SAR 226

SAR 263 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A New Victorian Inn & Suites with a modern design, featuring a covered parking area and multiple units.

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

14. New Victorian Suites

2.9 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Mickayla

SAR 225

SAR 262 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

15. Annabell Gardens

4.6 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Vanessa

SAR 514

SAR 597 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

16. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

8.7 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Kira

SAR 336

SAR 390 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a long pool.

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

17. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 6.9 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

William

SAR 345

SAR 401 total

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 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.

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

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

10.2 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Joan

SAR 323

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered dining area.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and dark cabinetry.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a sunroof, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a stone backsplash.

19. Staybridge Suites Lincoln Northeast by IHG

7.1 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Carrie

SAR 428

SAR 498 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

7.3 km from Lincoln Children's Zoo

Bill

SAR 332

SAR 397 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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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 717 reviews	View
Martha's Bed and Breakfast	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Lincoln East	9.4 Exceptional 408 reviews	View

Top Lincoln Children's Zoo Hotel Reviews

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was exceptional"

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 .The hotel was lovely. Spacious entrance and rooms had lots of space as well. Really clean very modern. Staff were lovely very friendly and welcoming."

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Big space for 4 travellers. Staff is helpful. Convenient location. Like the kitchen."

Lincoln Hotel

8/10 Good

"Liked nice clean good sized room. Good bed. No frills but really didn’t need any. No elevator was probably biggest downfall but managed ok."

The Kindler Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Clean. Large room. Friendly staff."

Embassy Suites Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"One of our favorites"

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Close to stadium and Haymarket District. We were able to park and walk everywhere we needed to go. Staff friendly."

Martha's Bed and Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed here previously and loved the quietness and the luxurious and well thought out decor. I like parking the car and being able to walk to restaurants and feeling safe walking through well manicured and maintained neighborhoods. As a widow I travel alone often and would re immensely a stay at Martha’s Bed and Breakfast. I will stay again as the opportunity arises ! Thank you for great memories!"

Other attractions near Lincoln Children's Zoo

Sunken Gardens

9.0/10 (181 reviews)

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

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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)

Nebraska State Capitol 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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Museum of Nebraska History

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at 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 studying the exhibits at 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 travelers like for its art scene and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 19 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 be able to find close to Lincoln Children's Zoo?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodations 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, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Lincoln Children's Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lincoln Children's Zoo?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Lincoln Children's Zoo, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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 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. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

4. The Kindler Hotel

5. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

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. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

14. New Victorian Suites

15. Annabell Gardens

16. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

17. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

19. Staybridge Suites Lincoln Northeast by IHG

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

Compare popular hotels close to Lincoln Children's Zoo

Top Lincoln Children's Zoo Hotel Reviews

Annabell Gardens

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Lincoln Hotel

The Kindler Hotel

Embassy Suites Lincoln

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Martha's Bed and Breakfast

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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