⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near University of Nebraska-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 large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and lounge chairs along the sides.

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

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, 0.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Michael

S$143

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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.

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

2. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 0.6 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Christa

S$239

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

S$181

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Daniel

S$123

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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.

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a sign for 'Courtyard by Marriott', and a brick building facade.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Scott

S$195

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

6. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Caidon

S$165

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

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

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

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tami

S$175

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

Downtown Lincoln, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Uriel

S$153

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

9. Embassy Suites Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln, 0.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Dawn

S$201

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 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.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

Haymarket, 0.8 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

michael

S$150

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

11. The Herbie

1.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tanya

S$248

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 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 library with leather sofas, bookshelves, and framed artwork.

12. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Amy

S$192

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

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

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

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Haymarket, 0.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Alycia

S$176

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 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 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.

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 1 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Patrick

S$88

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weights.

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

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

2.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Nate

S$96

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 bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a television.

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

A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and dumbbells.

16. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

Belmont, 2.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Randy

S$76

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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.

17. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

3.5 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

James

S$147

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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.

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.

18. Annabell Gardens

6.2 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Heidi

S$213

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 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.

19. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

6.7 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Kira

S$133

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 coffee machines, a shelf with coffee cups, and a storage area with boxes and a kettle.

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.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

12.9 km from University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Joan

S$128

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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 712 reviews	View
The Kindler Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 240 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 721 reviews	View

Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient downtown location. The room was HUGE, the beds super comfy, everything was perfect. No complaints."

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

8/10 Good

"This was one of the less expensive options for a Husker home game day, but the rooms were very clean, free of any odors and comfortable. The onsite manager was friendly and helpful in accommodating requests for an early check-in"

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Restaurant/bar in the hotel."

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"free breakfast and dinner and drinks, amazing!"

Annabell Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Good not the best but good"

The Kindler Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, great property"

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean but a little out dated but definitely worth booking to be close to downtown with the lower price we paid!"

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, staff and location. We will definitely stay here again!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for football weekend stay. Parking was easy enough. Staff very friendly. Breakfast was well maintained but pretty typical of hotel breakfast optiond and taste."

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)

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 interior with large arched windows, a central column, and a ceiling with circular cutouts.

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 55 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 Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown and Graduate by Hilton Lincoln.

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

Expedia has 55 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 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. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

6. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

7. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

9. Embassy Suites Lincoln

10. Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln Downtown/Haymarket

11. The Herbie

12. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

13. Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

14. Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln North

16. Quality Inn Lincoln Cornhusker

17. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

18. Annabell Gardens

19. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln South by IHG

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Top University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Annabell Gardens

The Kindler Hotel

Town House Extended Stay Hotel Downtown

Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lincoln Downtown by IHG

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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