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

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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.

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.

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

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A pizza with various toppings on a slate serving board.

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.

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

2. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Christa

SAR 644

SAR 749 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

3. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marc

SAR 458

SAR 532 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 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.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Daniel

SAR 348

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

5. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Caidon

SAR 417

SAR 484 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining areas, a central seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern bathroom with a white countertop, a coffee maker, a glass carafe, and a sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading 'EMBASSY SUITES' and a flagpole with the American flag.

6. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 0.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Justin

SAR 459

SAR 533 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Walker

SAR 428

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, overlooking a cityscape.

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

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A hotel lobby with blue checkered sofas, two standing lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Downtown Lincoln, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

gloria

SAR 379

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

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

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a sofa, and a dining table.

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

10. The Herbie

1.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kathleen

SAR 511

SAR 801 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."

11. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Amy

SAR 450

SAR 523 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet and doors on both sides.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

12. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Adrian

SAR 231

SAR 269 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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.

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weights.

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

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

2.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Richard

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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and dumbbells.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.

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

14. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Belmont, 2.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Randy

SAR 197

SAR 229 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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.

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

15. Annabell Gardens

6.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Allen

SAR 491

SAR 570 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

16. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

3.5 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Daryl

SAR 455

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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.

17. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

6.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Devin

SAR 320

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

12.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Marcus

SAR 312

SAR 362 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 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.

19. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

4.1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tawakalitu

SAR 380

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln South

10.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Raymond

SAR 443

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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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 775 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 116 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 266 reviews	View
The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 681 reviews	View

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Embassy Suites Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"Always impressed with Embassy!"

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"So comfortable."

Lincoln Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"To be honest, the hotel was a little dated, but I was present pleasantly surprised on how clean it was and how helpful the staff was. It was like gone back in time, but it was a great experience. I would recommend it to anybody for a good clean place to stay."

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

"Retro decorations /interior design was amazing! Loved the corn field drapes and wallpaper!"

New Victorian Suites

8/10 Good

"My stay at New Victorian Suites were very comfortable. The room was clean (I give 4 outvof 5) and quite roomy, though i was surprised that they didn't have coffee and coffee maker in the room as their amenities. The hotel staff were helpful and welcoming. The fitness room didn't have a treadmill. Breakfast was clean and very basic and lacking (no eggs, or any meat). But biscuit with gravy was decent."

Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

10/10 Excellent

"This was a long while back, but I had no complaints."

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. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

6. Embassy Suites Lincoln

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

8. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10. The Herbie

11. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

12. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

14. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

15. Annabell Gardens

16. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

17. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

19. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Lincoln South

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Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Embassy Suites Lincoln

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Lincoln Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

New Victorian Suites

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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