Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4.0 star property
Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Lincoln Children's Museum

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026

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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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Jr Suite W/Balcony Mobility Access Tub

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Queen Mobility

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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 a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a free airport shuttle. .The restaurant, Single Barrel, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 14766 square feet (1372 square metres) of event facilities include 7 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily 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 self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .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
  • Haymarket Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

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
  • ‪Single Barrel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big 10 Sports Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Lincoln Children's Museum
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers its guests an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 14766 square feet (1372 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Lincoln also features an arcade/games room, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. An area shuttle within 5 miles and A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) are free. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Graduate by Hilton Lincoln was completed in March 2021.

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
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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 at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 miles
  • Parking on site (USD 23 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • 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 23 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
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.

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 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln on 31 Dec 2025 start from AU$192.88, 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 23 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.

What makes Graduate by Hilton Lincoln a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln.

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.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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. 682 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1228 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.. Friendly staff, and within walking distance to many restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Very clean, friendly and helpful staff. The restaurant and bar had great menu options and friendly service. Loved the decor and vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The valet service was superb on game day!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cute and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud street noise, but it was the day of a college football game.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nathanial

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

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top floor roon with a view was absolutely amazing !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish they would just put the parking in the price of the room. Got there and it's an extra fee for parking. I thought I paid all the taxes and fees when I made the reservation but apparently that was not the case.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome!! Cutest and cleanest property ever!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Retro

Retro type decor which was a cool theme. Price was a too much. Parking garage is not included so that's an additional $25 for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Saulius

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, but hotel is rally run down and in desperate need of upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

The concept of this hotel is quaint. The furnishings are unique and add to the overall experience. The hotel needs some TLC as evidence of water leaks are abundant throughout the room. Great area, with many dining options within walking distance of property. Loved the area, would definitely visit again and recommend other travelers book this property as well!
Quaint furnishings
Love the re-purposing of items
View from 1407
View from 1407
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Basmattee

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy walk to Memorial Stadium, Pinnacle Bank Arena, Railyard, Haymarket, etc. Booked room on Husker game weekend so knew we were paying more but IMO room/hotel is worth the regular rate, but was not worth the $438.39/night, plus parking and breakfast expense in addition to that. Was lots of traffic noise from street (we were on the 12th floor), out of coffee in lobby both mornings we were there, key cards did not work 2 of the times we returned to our room and had to be replaced. Nice to have parking garage on-site, but tight for larger vehicles and even hotel guests had to pay to park there. Would have been nice to have free breakfast option, especially for cost of rental. Beds were comfy and rooms were decorated with some fun, if not slightly tacky, Nebraska related decor. Our kids, and my husband, enjoyed the arcade games in the lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking garage is awful for anything but small cars, but other than that, it’s great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

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

4/10 Poor

Alexa

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our bedding was wet. They brought us dry linens at 11:00-11:30 pm.. dropped them off and we had to change the beds ourselves. By 4:30 am we woke up wet again. Something is wrong with the ac or their moisture control. Even our clothes were damp and i should have known by the warped wooden panels on the walls. We had no hot water the first night. A towel looked like someone had wiped with it. Tub wouldn’t drain well. The front staff was SUPER sweet and nice, I’d say that was the only upside to staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ericka

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