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Graduate Lincoln

4.0 star property
Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Lincoln Children's Museum
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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (KING SUITE) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Sundeck
Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Interior
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • BarBarBar
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

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141 N 9th St, Lincoln, NE, 68508
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln4 min walk
  • Popular LocationPinnacle Bank Arena9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMemorial Stadium9 min walk
  • AirportLincoln, NE (LNK)13 min drive

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Stadium View King)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Graduate Stadium View King)

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Stadium View Queen Queen)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Stadium View Queen Queen)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (GRADUATE KING ACCESSIBLE)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (GRADUATE KING ACCESSIBLE)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (GRADUATE QUEEN QUEEN ACCESSIBLE)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (GRADUATE QUEEN QUEEN ACCESSIBLE)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King with Balcony)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (Graduate King with Balcony)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Balcony King Suite Accessible)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Balcony King Suite Accessible)

  • 425 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (KING SUITE) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (KING SUITE)

  • 625 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Capitol View Queen Queen)

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Graduate Capitol View Queen Queen)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (GRADUATE KING)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (GRADUATE KING)

8.4/10 Very Good
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (GRADUATE QUEEN QUEEN)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (GRADUATE QUEEN QUEEN)

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lincoln

Located in Downtown Lincoln, Graduate 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 hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 4 min walk
  • Lied Center - 7 min walk
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 9 min walk
  • Memorial Stadium - 9 min walk
  • Haymarket Park - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 7 min walk
  • The preferred airport is Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK): 13-min drive, 5.1 mi/8.3 km.

Restaurants

  • Lazlo's Brewery & Grill - 3 min walk
  • HopCat - 6 min walk
  • Buzzard Billy's - 3 min walk
  • Blue Sushi Sake Grill - 5 min walk
  • Boiler Brewing Company - 2 min walk

About this property

Graduate Lincoln

Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Lincoln Children's Museum
At Graduate 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Area shuttle
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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
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.
  • 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.

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.
  • 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
Lincoln Holiday Inn
Graduate Lincoln Hotel
Graduate Lincoln Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln Hotel Lincoln
Holiday Inn Lincoln - Downtown Hotel Lincoln

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Graduate Lincoln?

Graduate 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 Lincoln?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate Lincoln on Jun 30, 2024 start from $113.98, 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 around Graduate Lincoln?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Lincoln within a 10-minute walk of Pinnacle Bank Arena and Memorial Stadium. You'll also find Lied Center and Haymarket Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Graduate Lincoln?

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

Does Graduate Lincoln have a casino on the premises?

No, Graduate Lincoln doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Graduate Lincoln?

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

Is Graduate Lincoln good for couples?

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

Does Graduate Lincoln have a hot tub?

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

Does Graduate Lincoln have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Graduate Lincoln allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate 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 Lincoln?

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

How far is the airport from Graduate Lincoln?

The closest major airport to Graduate Lincoln is Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK), which is 5.1 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Graduate Lincoln?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Graduate Lincoln.

Graduate Lincoln Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 648 out of 1198 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1198 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1198 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The decor was fun and quirky and I loved the proximity to dining and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay at the Graduate in Lincoln over and over…we love everything about it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were awakened at 2:00 a.m. by a horrible noise I think was caused by the heating/air conditioning system. We had to change rooms. We were comped a cold breakfast with really bad coffee😕
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Rooms were renovated recently and a nice Nebraska touch. Decent rooms for an older hotel. The air conditioner / heater was very old.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Kearney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay well appointed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024