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The Kindler Hotel

4.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Serves breakfast and dinner
The Kindler Hotel blends modern luxury with authentic Midwestern hospitality. Guests can savor meals at Boitano's Lounge, unwind in the welcoming lobby with its warm fireplace, or discover local artistic talent in the hotel's thoughtfully curated on-site gallery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
216 North 11th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68508

What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lied Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pinnacle Bank Arena - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bob Devaney Sports Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 9 min walk
  • Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big 10 Sports Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barry's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Embassy Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bison Witches Bar & Deli - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kindler Hotel

Luxury hotel near University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Located close to Lied Center and Memorial Stadium, The Kindler Hotel provides a terrace, an art gallery on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site American cuisine theme restaurant, Boitano's Lounge, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Kindler Hotel have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Boitano's Lounge

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 2,300 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 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

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Kindler Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay and a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Kindler Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 13.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 24.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Kindler Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Kindler Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Kindler Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Lincoln, this luxury hotel is steps from University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Lied Center. Memorial Stadium and Pinnacle Bank Arena are also within 15 minutes. Lincoln Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Kindler Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 763 out of 873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 873 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

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

10/10 Excellent

omishia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was amazing the staff took good care of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in a great location. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing—every time we stay at the Kindler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Comfortable, convenient and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first time staying at this hotel! The room was very clean, we went to a husker game and the walk was only about nine minutes perfect location. We will definitely book this hotel every time we go to Lincoln.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful drink sand food options. Staff was very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Amenities
Nice quaint property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quiet and lovely. The staff are always helpful and kind. If you travel with your dog it is also an excellent pet friendly hotel. We also love the Boitano’s bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bever-Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kindler Hotel will be recommended to anyone I know visiting Lincoln, Nebraska‼️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICKY

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

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kindler was the perfect location to stay while we attended a concert at Pinnacle Arena. It was within walking distance. Staff were very friendly & our check in was efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was new and sleek. Everything was kept up well and the location was great. The rooms were quiet and clean as well as luxurious. The service was genuine and caring. I really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

We love staying at the Kindler. The customer service is amazing, the rooms are beautiful and very clean. The location is perfect you cross the street to the UNL campus and can walk to the Haymarket, numerous shops and restaurants in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Beautiful old/renovated hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful boutique hotel. Very personable staff. My 4th time staying at this hotel & I always enjoy it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are beautifully appointed and clean, the staff incredibly helpful and friendly, and the food is superb! I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Tatsiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a true gem: impeccably clean, comfortable rooms (and their bathrooms even have heated floors), conveniently located near everything, with parking adjacent to the hotel, and staff who are super-friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to UNL
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice room, but even better attentive staff and fabulous lounge/bar/bistro food area. Price was right even adding parking and breakfast. Room had safe, microwave, coffee maker, good shower, comfy bed, and fridge but sadly no freezer. Would alter our schedule to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Lincoln!

This hotel was one of the best we have stayed at, and we've stayed at many hotels all over the country in our travels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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