Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Indoor pool
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | View from room
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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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

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Suite With Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Graduate Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

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

Room (Room, 2 Queen Beds, Stadium View)

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

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About this property

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Free WiFi in public areas and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, self parking and conference space are 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).

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Graduate by Hilton Lincoln's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Free WiFi in public areas, a free round-trip airport shuttle and a free area shuttle are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include 7 meeting rooms, conference space and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have good things to say about the accommodation for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Lincoln Children's Museum and 4 minutes on foot from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Free airport and local-area shuttle service
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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.

This 4-star Lincoln hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Single Barrel – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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
  • 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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation on arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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
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Graduate by Hilton Lincoln Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1156 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

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

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and friendly front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

LaDonna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always top tier service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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6/10 Okay

Toninette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok, small bathroom. Price for breakfast buffet was a lot for what was offered
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff, Simone at the front desk was super nice and helpful, same with Stephanie at the Single Barrel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking and location. Nothing memorable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and great rooms. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay! It was a great little hotel in a nice area. Food was delicious at the hotel and all the staff was sweet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, college vibe room, great lobby with drinks, bikes, and FROGGER! A great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super cool hotel! The design and decor is so fun and the rooms are unique. And the area! Fun and safe area. Park your car and walk around!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and super quick Checkin!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025