Review is strictly for Boitano's (cocktail lounge adjacent to the hotel check-in)…read more Lovely experience here. Packed on Valentine's Day before our shows, so it's clear it's more than just a hotel bar that residents frequent. Lincoln doesn't have too many stops for craft cocktails, so this is a nice find. My first selection was a whiskey-based with smoked rosemary rim. My husband got something with absthinhe in it. Our other friend ordered what looked like a drink version of an orange cream pie. So fun and the ambiance can't be beat. Drinks typical range 15-20 for fancy cocktails.

Very, very noisy. The hotel staff was very nice, very…read morefriendly. The room was so clean! It was probably the cleanest hotel room we've been in. And the room itself had a great layout. The bathroom sink is weirdly tiny, but overall the room was fine. Except for the noise. So much noise! All night long! We were facing 11th street and we were staying over a weekend. You could hear cars all night. And ambulance one night at 2 am. And if that noise wasn't enough, they were hosting something in what I guess is there convention area? And that noise went on until midnight. Insanely loud music that we at first thought was coming from someplace across the street. But nope. It was coming from a few doors down. I so wanted to love this place but we will not be staying here again. A good night's sleep is too important to us. I really feel that better quality windows would make a world of difference.

On May 26th at 5pm till 9pm I received the best service from the crew at the bar . Good Job Embassy…read morebar team !!!!!!

I love coming here for yearly conferences. This is a great place to host a large event and stay the…read morenight for it. After the remodel, this place is beautiful and an indoor sight to see. I love the view in the middle with a nice bar and restaurant. They have a pretty water feature and a half glass elevator. They have tons of rooms and options to choose from. My suite was very spacious and filled with everything I'd need. They have great work station and seating area/ pull out couch in the entry of the room. The breakfast was very tasty and fresh. They offer plenty of options and an omelet bar. The 2 included drinks with room stay are a great touch. I love how they have the catering services down to a science. They are very quick to turn over empty trays and refill everything as needed. They also are great at cleaning up after guests and clearing tables. I love that they use real plates as well- no wasting plastic plates and cups that go in the trash! Servers and front staff are professional and kind. They also offer a valet service and have an attached parking garage with fees. I know they also have a decent gym and pool as well

How can a Best Western be this good? We loved our stay here in Lincoln. The hotel is new and…read moreimpeccably clean, modern and quiet. The bathroom reminds me more of a Four Seasons than a budget hotel. The beds were so comfy. We appreciated the mini fridge, coffee maker and microwave. It's pet friendly, which is so welcome. The hotel is far enough off I-80 that you don't hear any highway noise. Right down the street is a wonderful Italian restaurant. The breakfast was better than average with cheese omelettes, fresh fruit, wheat toast (hard to find) and even a yogurt dispenser, which was a first for me. Our new go-to hotel for an overnight in Cornhusker country!

Hotel was clean and stocked with toiletries. For a one day stop over on a road trip I could ask for…read moremore. Reasonable price (booked on Expedia). Checkin was smooth. Close to the highway. Recommend if you need a place to rest your head and get back on the road.

Hilton Garden Inn is our go to when visiting Lincoln. Well kept, updated, professional and you…read morecannot beat their location. We had a minor issue with our room washer where we had to change rooms in the morning because of an unexpected extended stay. Matt at the front desk went above and beyond to accommodate us. Matt was able to assist us and lower our stress level significantly and make our stay even better. Than you. Highly recommended.

Our car broke down on the nearby freeway, and we were lucky enough to be able to make it to this…read morehotel while we waited for repairs. Remarkably inexpensive for the high-quality stay, and lots of great restaurants nearby that are also remarkably inexpensive compared to what we used to in Los Angeles. Miles at the front desk was particularly helpful, and he really deserves a raise. My experience here has left me singing the praises of both this hotel and Lincoln in general.

Older hotel, but centrally located. Clean efficient and comfy…read more Restaurant in the lobby and the staff is delightful

Reserved a king, when checking in they gave us a double…read more Was told the parking garage had EV charging on second and third floor. We only saw chargers on the second level (and they were full). We had to ask for WiFi info when checking in.

I checked into the Courtyard yesterday and was pleasantly surprised by how nice everything was! The…read morehotel is located in a great area of downtown, close to plenty of restaurants and nightlife. I was checked in by Peyton at the front desk, and he was great--super friendly and able to get me into my room right away. The downstairs lobby has a nice little bar area with small bites available for purchase, along with a really cool patio featuring a fireplace. It's a great space to relax and unwind. The room was spacious, the bathroom was nice, and the entire hotel was very clean. Overall, this is a great option if you're looking to stay downtown and be close to plenty of restaurants, nightlife, and other things to do. I'd definitely consider staying here again!

Nice property. Well located in the Haymarket district. The staff was helpful with everything.read more

Had a very relaxing stay while here for my wife's conference. The parking situation was a little…read moretight with a bigger car in their attached garage, so be mindful of that. It was also nice because we were able to bring two of our pups with us to stay for the night. There was a small fee, but it wasn't crazy. It did seem unclear on the "amenities" for the dogs because it was made to sound like they had dog beds and water bowls there, but they're for purchase. Thankfully we had brought our own just in case. The room was a little off center, so that was a little annoying but everything else was fine. We didn't hear anyone else during our stay but had seen people on our floor so we knew they were at least there.

The hotel is in a great location if you're visiting Lincoln and need to be downtown. The vibes are…read moregreat, the decor was set up really fun with all kinds of vintage Nebraska touches. Did I mention they're dog friendly?! For $75 more--2 dogs max. The front desk and lobby decor was seriously cute, I think the space behind the front desk was my favorite. They have a little coffee shop and cafe in the lobby and a restaurant and bar off the lobby. We've been to the bar after a Husker game and it was great! I'd recommend going even if you don't stay at the Graduate. Check in was simple but I had to go back down for a little flag to indicate dogs were in the room. They don't provide any pet supplies, but they sell bowls for $25 and have some other pet things. The room was very cute and I loved the vibes and the view. The bathroom icked me out a bit, it was old looking and didn't look shiny and clean. It was also super small! The coffee set up was just packets of instant coffee and paper cups. I went to a conference here (the reason for staying), and it was set up really nicely, there were no complaints there. I think for the price ($266 total for one night), it's a poor value for what you get, but if you don't mind overpaying for a good location this is your place.

Enjoyed my recent stay at The Scarlet. Very modern, comfortable and clean hotel. All of the…read moreemployees were very friendly. Great location. The shuttle service was very helpful. Great view from 6th floor bar. Enjoyed the workout room and really liked the lobby space.

The Scarlet Hotel - A Disappointing Failure of Hospitality…read more Reservation: September 27-28, 2026 | Intended Stay: September 28-29, 2026 I want to acknowledge that the original reservation mistake was mine. I accidentally booked our room for September 27-28, when our intended stay was September 28-29. I understand that hotels have cancellation and no-show policies, and I accept responsibility for selecting the wrong date. What I cannot understand or excuse is how we were treated when we arrived and tried to find a solution. We were in the middle of a 900-mile move from Colorado to Minnesota, driving a 26-foot U-Haul with a trailer. I chose The Scarlet after confirming that they could accommodate our truck and trailer. We planned Lincoln as our overnight stop because we wanted one special evening together in the middle of a stressful move. We were looking forward to a comfortable hotel, a romantic dinner, and an opportunity to relax and reconnect before continuing our journey the next morning. Instead, we arrived on September 28 to discover my reservation mistake and learned that we had been charged the full room rate for the previous night. We weren't expecting the hotel to ignore its policies or erase my mistake. We were ready and willing to stay at The Scarlet that evening, and hoped someone might help us find a reasonable solution. When we asked the front-desk employee whether there was a manager or anyone she could call, she told us that they "don't answer their phones this time of the day." Only after we continued pressing the issue did she give us business cards and tell us that someone should get back to us in a day or two. That was hardly a solution for two exhausted travelers standing at the front desk needing accommodations that night. Even more disappointing was the employee's demeanor. Rather than feeling that someone wanted to help, we felt dismissed and, at moments, almost mocked. Whether that was her intention or not, the interaction came across as lacking empathy, professionalism, and basic courtesy. We walked away incredibly disheartened. Unfortunately, the disappointment didn't end there. It has now been 11 days since we arrived at The Scarlet on September 28, and not a single person from the hotel has contacted us. On October 7, I left a voicemail for the general manager, hoping to discuss what happened and give the hotel an opportunity to address our concerns. As of October 9, that call has gone unanswered. I find that especially troubling. The front-desk employee suggested management would respond within a day or two, yet 11 days later, we haven't received a courtesy call. What makes this experience even more disappointing is that my partner has been a loyal Marriott rewards member for years. We have another meaningful trip coming up later this month to lay her father's ashes to rest. We had been planning to stay at a Marriott property during that trip, but after this experience, we are seriously reconsidering that decision. This isn't about threatening to take our business elsewhere. It's about the loss of confidence that comes from feeling that a hospitality company doesn't care when something goes wrong. A simple response such as, "I'm sorry this happened. Let me see what options we have," would have made an enormous difference--even if the financial outcome had been exactly the same. Hospitality isn't measured only by beautiful accommodations or how smoothly things go when everything is perfect. It's measured by how people are treated when something goes wrong. I made a reservation mistake, and I accept responsibility for it. But the way we were treated, the lack of meaningful assistance, and the absence of follow-through were not my mistakes. We had hoped The Scarlet would provide a memorable, romantic evening in the middle of a difficult journey. Instead, it became memorable for the wrong reasons. We didn't expect special treatment. We expected hospitality. Unfortunately, we didn't experience it.

We stayed here for one night while on our road trip. The place was easy to find, clean inside and…read moreout, and in the heart of downtown. It was close to so many restaurants and bars. Upon arrival, I was greeted right away, and the check-in process was seamless. The lady who helped me was super nice and even recommended restaurants that were good within walking distance. She had explained to me that parking was located at the parking garage next door and was $12. We got to our room, and we were blown away with how clean and modern the room was. It can definitely fit more than 2 people. The overall flow of the room just flowed perfectly. I liked that they had the towels in the shower, which made it easy for when taking a shower. The bed was nice and comfy. I liked that they provided ear plugs, I'm guessing for loud neighbors or when it's loud outside because of events or games. They also provide complimentary breakfast, which we didn't get to try. I highly recommend this place and wouldn't mind staying here again.

Bring your own pillows if you're staying here! These were some of the worst pillows I've ever slept…read moreon - lumpy and shapeless. I was also disappointed in the bedding. The sheets were ill-fitting and scratchy, so we did not have a good night's sleep. It is a very noisy location with poorly insulated walls (downtown in a big city, what do you expect) so just be prepared for that. However, the front staff was so accommodating and friendly, both when we checked in and out. Breakfast was delicious - there were lots of options and the food was hot and tasty. We probably won't stay here again because it's not peaceful or quiet, and it's slightly expensive. But it was fine for just one night and we did like that it was walking distance from the farmers market.

This is the 3rd time I have now stayed here. All 3 times I have had nothing but FABULOUS service! I…read morejust get the single room. Has a nice size bed, direct TV, nice and quiet, small frigerator/freezer, microwave, good little clean bathroom/shower! Fits the purpose for my business travel. Love how I can come into my room from inside the hotel as well as the outside since I am on the 1st floor! Also free breakfast in the mornings! Thank you for awesome service!!!

The first room they put us in the front door wouldn't close unless you lifted it. Moved us into…read moreanother room and the TV was lousy. Elevator was broke, don't know how anyone could get to the floors if they were in a wheelchair. Place is rundown. If you're desperate for a place to stay it'll work. Room was clean desk person helpful, maintenance was there later fixing the door.