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About Lincoln, NE

Nebraska’s capital city, Lincoln, NE is a lively metropolis with a thriving university population and a burgeoning reputation as a foodie and cultural hub. Accommodation options range from great value city hotels to swish boutique spots, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Many of the best places to stay in Lincoln are clustered close to the city centre — ideal for exploring on foot or by bicycle.

Begin your visit in the Haymarket District, the oldest part of the city, where you’ll find intriguing architecture, buzzing eateries and boutiques, a lively evening scene and a bustling farmers’ market. Look out for speakeasies hidden within restored warehouse buildings for cracking cocktails and live music. Culture buffs will delight in the Sheldon Museum of Art and the University of Nebraska State Museum, whilst car enthusiasts should head for the Museum of American Speed, and keen creatives to the International Quilt Museum. The Nebraska State Capitol is striking, as are the lovely Sunken Gardens, which date back to 1930 and make for a very pretty early evening stroll. If you’re travelling as a family, Lincoln Children’s Zoo and Lincoln Children’s Museum are must-sees.

For walking and cycling trails, venture to Holmes Park & Lake or the Pioneer Park Nature Centre. Finally, catch a football game at the epic Memorial Stadium for a real Nebraskan experience! With the best places to stay in Lincoln, NE nearby, you’ll be perfectly placed to make the most of all that the city has to offer.

The Best Places to Stay in Lincoln, NE

For Great Value

  • Graduate Lincoln is a funky hotel in the historic Haymarket District, just moments from Lincoln University. Spacious rooms have a cool retro theme with tartan fabrics, wood panelling and vintage furnishings. Play arcade games, chill out in the swimming pool and kick off your evening at the lively bar. A great value spot for a sociable stay as a couple, group or family.

For Boutique Chic

  • The Kindler promises an elegant boutique stay near the city centre, with soothing rooms clad in creams, greys and light pinks. The hip cocktail bar and delectable eatery are a big draw. Romantic, grown-up and well-suited to stylish business or leisure travellers.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY COTTAGE

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

  • Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport, and travel into the city by car or bus. Alternatively, Omaha's Eppley Airfield, the largest in Nebraska, is just over an hour's drive from Lincoln, NE.
  • Nebraska is great for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Travel during the summer months (June to August) for temperatures of around 27 - 30°C, but do be aware that this is peak season. Come in the spring (April - May) or autumn (September - October) for fewer crowds and excellent hotel deals.

STILL NOT SURE?

Best Hotels in Lincoln, NE

  • Graduate Lincoln Lincoln, NE 231 rooms from £81

    Local exploring  -  Very much designed to be a base for those visiting the university but it is also a great central option for all city exploring
    City Style  -  With a tiki bar, arcade games in the lobby, and fun retro design - this is a youthful yet chic city crashpad
    Less £  -  With rooms starting around the $100 mark, this is a very reasonable option
    Restaurant  -  Coffee, lunch, and all day breakfast is served at Poindexter and all American fare is served at John J’s Tiki Bar
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    A stylish Graduate located in the historic Haymarket District, just moments from Lincoln University. Spacious rooms have a cool retro theme with tartan fabrics, wood-clad walls, and vintage furnishings. Downstairs, the lobby is equipped with arcade games and there's a lively Tiki bar. Very hip. See More

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  • The Scarlet Lincoln, NE (Nebraska) 154 rooms from £82

    Local exploring  -  Perfectly placed to explore the many local museums from art and quilting to rollerskating and tractors!
    City Style  -  Minimalist, modern rooms and buzzing on-site venues for cocktails and local cuisine
    Sights nearby  -  The Nebraska State Capitol Building symbolises argicultural roots, examples of which are in the murals within its walls
    Great walks  -  Sunken Gardens in the middle of the city and Pioneers Park Nature Center both offer beautiful trails
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    A hotel within the University of Nebraska Innovation Campus. Spacious, smart rooms with crisp white linen feature oversized leather armchairs and views from floor-to-ceiling windows. There's a restaurant serving farm fresh fare, a comfortable coffee shop plus a chic rooftop bar. A sleek city stay. See More

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  • The Kindler Hotel Lincoln, NE 45 rooms from £163

    Local exploring  -  Ideally located in downtown Lincoln for exploring the city's most renowned attractions and restaurants on foot
    Restaurant  -  A seasonal dining menu developed by Brian Boitano is served in Boitano’s Lounge
    Sights nearby  -  Watch the Nebraska Cornhuskers in action at Memorial Stadium
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    A chic centrally-located hotel offering stylish modern design and a hip cocktail bar. Elegant rooms and suites feature simple modern furniture, cool grey hues, and plush bedding. The lively restaurant serves up regional classics. Convenient and luxurious, well suited to business or leisure. See More

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