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

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

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, 0.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Michael

SAR 360

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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 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.

2. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Christa

SAR 644

SAR 749 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 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.

3. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marc

SAR 458

SAR 533 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Daniel

SAR 332

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

5. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tami

SAR 443

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with a curved sofa, round tables, and pendant lighting.

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.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Scott

SAR 525

SAR 611 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'EMBASSY SUITES' sign, a flagpole with an American flag, and a well-lit entrance.

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

A hotel with a prominent 'Embassy Suites' sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

A black electronic device with a label reading "PURE" and "HealthWay".

7. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 0.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Dawn

SAR 490

SAR 569 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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 bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

michael

SAR 380

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

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, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Uriel

SAR 387

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

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

10. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Amy

SAR 485

SAR 564 total

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'.

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

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

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

11. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Haymarket, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Alycia

SAR 428

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

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

12. The Herbie

1.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tanya

SAR 506

SAR 795 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 hotel hallway with a patterned carpet and doors on both sides.

13. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Pattanan

SAR 236

SAR 275 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a sign for 'Super 8 by Wyndham'.

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

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

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

2.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Nate

SAR 243

SAR 283 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and dumbbells.

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

15. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Belmont, 2.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Randy

SAR 200

SAR 233 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 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.

16. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 4.1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

William

SAR 348

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

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

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

17. Annabell Gardens

6.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Vanessa

SAR 508

SAR 591 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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.

18. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

6.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kira

SAR 336

SAR 390 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a changing room with a door, and a bench area with chairs.

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

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

6.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Greg

SAR 379

SAR 441 total

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

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

20. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

4.1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Karrie

SAR 380

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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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 720 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 243 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket	9.2 Wonderful 1,051 reviews	View

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Really enjoyed our stay"

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent location and parking."

New Victorian Suites

8/10 Good

"Nice room Friendly and helpful staff"

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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

Embassy Suites Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"One of our favorites"

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."

Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

8/10 Good

"Clean but dated. Reasonable price"

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)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in University of Nebraska State Museum during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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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)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sheldon Museum of Art during your trip to Lincoln. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center during your stay in 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 during your stay in 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. Savor 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 trip to 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 travelers like for its art scene and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 55 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveler 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 will I find close to University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

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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. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

6. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

7. Embassy Suites Lincoln

8. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

11. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

12. The Herbie

13. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

15. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

16. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

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

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Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Annabell Gardens

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

New Victorian Suites

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Embassy Suites Lincoln

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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