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MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel in Lincoln with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Indoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2803 Folkways Boulevard, Building B, Lincoln, NE, 68504
  • Place, Steven C Schleich Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, North Hills Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitehead Saline Wetland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lincoln, NE (LNK)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 950 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Larger Unit) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Larger Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 950 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area places you within a mile (2 km) of North Hills Park and Whitehead Saline Wetland. This 40-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Steven C Schleich Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Hills Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Whitehead Saline Wetland - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 12 min drive
  • Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Runza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

Hotel in Lincoln with free breakfast and a fitness center
Guests of MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 36-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, dining areas, and refrigerators.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (70 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Property is also known as

MainStay Suites Hotel Lincoln
MainStay Suites Lincoln
MainStay Suites University
MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area Hotel
MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area Lincoln
MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area Hotel Lincoln

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area on Jan 29, 2026 start from $98.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

This hotel is located in Lincoln, a short 16-minute walk from North Hills Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Whitehead Saline Wetland. You'll also find Pinnacle Bank Arena and International Quilt Study Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area feature a casino at the property?

No, MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a kitchenette as well as an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Does MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

The closest major airport to MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area is Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK), which is 7.5 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area?

No, at MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 387 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Breakfast options were good. Bed and pillows were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Dodge City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Hotel is always clean and the location is convenient to hi ways and shopping. Best in Lincoln!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marrie, Ojai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size and pretty clean. Staff was great. Breakfast was really good also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
When I arrived the room I reserved wasn’t available. The room wasn’t clean my pup found some other dogs toy under the bed. The was no bath soap in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You got what you paid for. The front desk lady that helps us was nice. Hotel is clean just had the strong chemical smells they used to clean the room. We thought it was just in one room, we requested to move to different room still got the same issue. We decided to stay just for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very clean hotel

Cleanliness was very good but the bed was not very comfortable. Kitchen had most of what you needed to prepare and eat your food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swaroop

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility , friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Landon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy and relaxing

My biggest complaint is that the gameroom isn't free. I didn't see any indications that it costs extra on this app. Otherwise, a great place to stay. Very clean. Room had plenty of ammenities... including a small dining table and real dishes to use. Game room was fun. Pool was a great temp. Hot tub was over chlorinated. Breakfast was typical, but good. Nearby... I wouldn't eat at the Ruby Tuesday next door. The italian place across the road has better food, but slower service. Prehistoric mini golf was much better than I anticipated. I would go there again. If you're into the bar sceen, the Historic Haymarket is the place to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

April

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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