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Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | View from room
Indoor pool
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE, 68508
  • Place, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pinnacle Bank Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lincoln, NE (LNK)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Graduate Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible Graduate King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Jr Suite W/Balcony Mobility Access Tub

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Queen Mobility/ Hearing Access Ri Shwr

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

Located in Downtown Lincoln, Graduate by Hilton Lincoln is adjacent to Lincoln Children's Museum and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This 231-room, 4-star hotel has an indoor pool along with a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lied Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nebraska State Capitol - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 7 min walk
  • Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barry's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lazlo's Brewery & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bierhaus Maisschaler - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big 10 Sports Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Tina's Taco Cantina - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

At Graduate by Hilton Lincoln, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, self parking is USD 23 per night, or you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available on request). The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, free use of bicycles, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include refrigerators, free local calls, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Self parking on site (USD 23 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Single Barrel

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • 14,766 square feet of conference space
  • 7 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 23 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Graduate Lincoln Hotel
Holiday Inn Downtown Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Lincoln
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Hotel Lincoln

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln on Apr 2, 2026 start from $123, including 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 around Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Lincoln, just steps from Lincoln Children's Museum, and within a 10-minute walk of Lied Center and Sheldon Museum of Art. You'll also find Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center and Pinnacle Bank Arena less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 23 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Graduate by Hilton Lincoln have a casino on the premises?

No, Graduate by Hilton Lincoln doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Graduate by Hilton Lincoln have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Graduate by Hilton Lincoln have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Lincoln serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Single Barrel.

Will Graduate by Hilton Lincoln allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

The closest major airport to Graduate by Hilton Lincoln is Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK), which is 7.3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yes, some guestrooms at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 1189 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy check in process, and close to lots of shopping and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marivelle, Reston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and clean hotel. And a good location downtown Lincoln.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff doesn't acknowledge people. I'm sorry for distracting you from phone, blonde girl #433.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry, Baileyville

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamsa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well organized, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were there for the Volleyball game
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so cute! Both front desk workers I interacted with were so sweet! It was super easy to park and get to the lobby which I always appreciate!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

BRITTANY

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Rooms were a little run down for being a 4-star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheri

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fine. Loved the decor. Hotel was loud but probably because of the Husker football game. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room! Bed so comfy! Love the decor!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Traveled with family
The stay was ok. The furnace was loud and made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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