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Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4.0 star property

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A restaurant interior with a view of the cityscape, featuring American flags and a brick building named 'Harpheam'.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling.
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.
A rooftop terrace with red chairs, a wooden table, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

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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)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

Accessible Graduate King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Graduate Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window with a view, and a patterned carpet.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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An outdoor patio area with seating, tables, and potted plants.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A living room with a checkered carpet, a green armchair, a red patterned sofa, a small table with a board game, a television, and a Nintendo arcade machine.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a map on the wall, and a checkered carpet.

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

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

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A desk with a laptop, a camera, a notebook, and a plant.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Lincoln

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln places you in the centre of Lincoln, steps from Lincoln Children's Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour gym. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Lincoln hotel include Lied Center and Sheldon Museum of Art.

What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lied Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nebraska State Capitol - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Barry's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mill in Haymarket - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪HopCat - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Sushi Sake Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big 10 Sports Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers its guests an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 14766 square feet (1372 square metres) and includes conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). The business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Lincoln also features an arcade/games room, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Lincoln hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 231 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 14766 sq ft of conference space
  • 1372 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1974
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers 231 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • 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
  • Lift (91 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre 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
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$188, 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.

Is parking available at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Lincoln has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Graduate by Hilton Lincoln have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Graduate by Hilton Lincoln serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1152 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Fun place to stay,great location downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, kids had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah Or Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay while in Lincoln. Everything we did was walkable, so we parked in the connected ramp and didn’t worry about street parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, wonderful and helpful staff, amazing pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room loved the decor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the temperature was good. Busy graduation weekend and all went well. Overall, perfect location and did the job!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Febie Villanueva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent downtown location, within walking distance of the Historic Haymarket and UNL campus. We had an excellent view of the stadium. The bed was clean and comfortable, and the pillows were fluffy. We loved the retro decor and the Warren Buffett quotes!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room - great Haymarket location - super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the coolest hotel we have ever stayed at! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and friendly front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this hotel! It was clean, the beds are super comfortable. The entire hotel was decorated so cool I loved the retro theme! The staff was very friendly and the restaurant had amazing food. We loved the pool and the games you can play by the pool was a very nice touch. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was excellent. Love the decor of the entire place. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we choose the Graduate becasue it is pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Graduate!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful! And the hotel was clean and had a fun vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marivelle

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