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The Kindler Hotel

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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A modern building with a sign reading "Boitano's Lounge".
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A modern interior with a dining area, sofas, and a large chandelier.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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216 North 11th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68508
  • Place, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lied Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pinnacle Bank Arena
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lincoln, NE (LNK)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Junior King Suite With Sofa Bed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a textured wall behind the bed.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a textured wall behind the bed.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a textured wall behind the bed.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a textured wall behind the bed.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a textured wall behind the bed.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2 Queen Bed, Junior Suite, Non-Smoking

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a floor lamp, a round mirror, and a painting on the wall.

2 Queen Bed, Junior Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King Room-Non-Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a padded headboard, two bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Standard King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Lincoln

Downtown Lincoln stay.A stay at this Downtown Lincoln hotel places you steps from Lied Center and within a 5-minute walk of University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Memorial Stadium and Pinnacle Bank Arena are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lied Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nebraska State Capitol - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 10 min walk
  • Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barry's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kindler Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Nebraska-Lincoln
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2300 square feet (214 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the luxury The Kindler Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Lincoln hotel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2300 sq ft of conference space
  • 214 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kindler Hotel offers 45 accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 13 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 13 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 24 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 12 for adults and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 5 to 12 for adults, and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 13.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 24.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 13.00 per day (13 ft away)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Kindler Hotel to the airport?

The Kindler Hotel is 5 mi (10-min drive) away from the Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kindler Hotel?

As of Oct 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kindler Hotel on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $245, 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.

Does The Kindler Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kindler Hotel.

Does The Kindler Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Kindler Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 12 for adults, USD 5 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Kindler Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but WarHorse Casino Lincoln (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Kindler Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Kindler Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 13.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 24.00 per day.

Does The Kindler Hotel have a pool?

The Kindler Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Kindler Hotel have a restaurant?

The Kindler Hotel is home to Boitano's Lounge, which features American cuisine and light fare.

Does The Kindler Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Kindler Hotel to downtown Lincoln?

The Kindler Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Lincoln.

The Kindler Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 889 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kindler was a super cute and lovely hotel. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really well positioned and nice hotel in the center of Lincoln - recommended!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice hotel in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel with top notch staff! we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worth the higher price point! Such amazing staff, beautiful hotel and amazing rooms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in an excellent location. Very clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful, staff was wonderful! Had a wonderful stay and would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying there! Try to stay whenever im in Lincoln!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, most staff were friendly and helpful, never ate at the onsite restaurant/bar but was good to have it available if needed. Good location near the campus and Haymarket district
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel in downtown Lincoln Nebraska.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an excellent experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool boutique hotel. Nice bar area. Gym is small but adequate. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Staff was super kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is just a phenomenally well put together property in the heart of downtown lincoln.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bigs rooms, high quality amenities and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, helpful staff and beautiful rooms. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026