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A large, multi-story building with a stone facade and multiple windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and packaged foods.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 14.5 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Larry

฿2,846

฿3,308 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with a counter and shelves of bottles, and a large screen on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and lounge chairs along the sides.

A Drury Plaza Hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent entrance with glass doors.

A buffet area with a counter, food containers, and seating in the background.

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

Downtown Lincoln, 14.3 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Michael

฿3,205

฿3,726 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A MainStay Suites hotel with a modern entrance, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative wall mural.

A hallway with a brown door, a sign indicating 'Storage / Electrical', and a water dispenser.

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

16.3 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Bill

฿2,923

฿3,498 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Best Western Plus hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and multiple windows.

A hot tub area with a metal ladder, tiled walls, and a pool in the background.

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

4. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

15.9 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Kira

฿2,984

฿3,469 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a TV.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

5. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Lincoln I - 80 by IHG

15.9 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Greg

฿3,172

฿3,687 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a mirror, a sofa, and a colorful rug.

A hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a television.

A hotel pool area with multiple lounge chairs and a long pool.

6. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 11.4 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Eva

฿2,984

฿3,469 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A compact hotel bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a dark door.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave.

7. BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

16.5 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

James

฿2,143

฿2,491 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern lounge area with seating options including sofas, ottomans, and hanging chairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, safety signs, and lounge chairs.

8. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

18.8 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Kimberly

฿3,258

฿3,787 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of the city.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a brick wall with a clock.

A modern lounge area with a brick fireplace, large windows, and contemporary furniture.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Residence Inn by Marriott" sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

9. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 14.1 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Marc

฿4,073

฿4,735 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A dining room with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and wooden paneling.

A two-story brick house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

16.9 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

James

฿3,673

฿4,269 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by flower beds.

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a gazebo.

A spacious indoor area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

11. Annabell Gardens

20.9 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Michelle

฿4,796

฿5,575 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A reception area with a large mural of a building, two reception desks, a clock, and a bulletin board.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A snack and beverage vending area with various snack brands and a refrigerated drink dispenser.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and several lounge chairs.

12. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

15.9 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

ALI

฿2,384

฿2,771 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "Boitano's Lounge".

A modern interior with a dining area, sofas, and a large chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk labeled "Kindler Hotel," leather seating, a chandelier, and a wooden floor.

A luxurious leather armchair with a decorative base, positioned in front of a wine cellar with numerous wine bottles and a large vase of greenery.

13. The Kindler Hotel

Downtown Lincoln, 14.5 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Tracy

฿5,371

฿6,244 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a clear sky.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and a television screen.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a fireplace, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a laptop, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Lincoln Airport

Highlands, 11.4 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Sharon

฿3,202

฿3,723 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a brick wall.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, a seating area with a round table, and large wooden columns.

A modern building with large windows and a fire pit in the center surrounded by outdoor seating.

A modern bar area with a long counter, stools, and seating.

15. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15.2 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Caidon

฿3,940

฿4,580 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a 'Pinnacle Bank' branch, and a modern architectural design.

A building entrance with large arched windows and a central glass door.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a large plant.

16. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

Haymarket, 14 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Julie

฿3,940

฿4,580 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a flat roof, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is by IHG.

Two refrigerated beverage dispensers in a hallway with shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern lobby with sofas, a reception desk, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

16.4 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Carol

฿2,805

฿3,260 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent signage.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a wall-mounted TV.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

18. MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

16.2 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Eun

฿3,065

฿3,563 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A Courtyard hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a modern architectural design.

A reception area with three wooden reception desks, a wall-mounted TV, and a tiled floor.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a curved sofa, round tables, and pendant lighting.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

Haymarket, 14.1 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Scott

฿4,672

฿5,431 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with a central seating area, two TVs mounted on the walls, and a decorative shelf with various items.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a mirror.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a blue ceiling.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a display of snacks, and a 'Hilton Honors' sign.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Lincoln - Northeast I-80

16.8 km from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

ELENA

฿3,532

฿4,106 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 230 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown	9.8 Exceptional 687 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,202 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Lincoln I - 80 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and comfortable. The location is quiet and safe. The breakfast included nondairy milk which I appreciate."

Horizon Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"I chose this place because of the high guest rating and the affordable rate. The staff were friendly, my room was clean. There are a few places to eat nearby. I enjoyed my stay here and would stay again."

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

8/10 Good

"Graduate hotels are super cute and fun. You can tell this was an old hotel and things were redone. Everything was great but bathroom a little run down. Wall paper was ripped."

Studio 6 Lincoln, NE - Airport

8/10 Good

"Clean, under construction"

Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80

8/10 Good

"Definitely would not stay here again. Arrived to a bunch of signs on the counter and a ring bell for service...The hotel had a terrible musty smell. Our room had mold on the wall by the AC/Heater. Our bathroom door had no lock. Breakfast you're greeted by more signs asking you to eat Breakfast in the designated area and not in your room. After breakfast went back to our room, key didn't work, had to ring the service bell several times to no answer. Waited in the lobby for 15 minutes with no one coming in to help. Finally I called the number on the sign that said call for service."

Stay Inn by OYO Near I 80 Lincoln West

10/10 Excellent

"Bhj"

Rodeway Inn Lincoln West - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and a quiet place to stay while we were in town just over night! It is a little outdated but was well kept and maintained"

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Eagles' View Park

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Olympic Heights Park

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Huskerville Park

After visiting Huskerville Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lincoln. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Union Bank and Trust Stadium

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area?

Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area is located in Lincoln. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and major shopping area. Lincoln is home to 307 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area?

Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area. Other good options around the area include Super 8 by Wyndham Lincoln West and Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area hotels

1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Lincoln Downtown

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Lincoln Downtown

3. Sleep Inn & Suites Lincoln University Area

4. Best Western Plus Lincoln Inn & Suites

5. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Lincoln I - 80 by IHG

6. Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

7. BridgePointe Inn & Suites by BPhotels, Lincoln I-80/27th St

8. Tru By Hilton Lincoln East

9. Residence Inn By Marriott Lincoln Downtown

10. Martha's Bed and Breakfast

11. Annabell Gardens

12. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lincoln, Nebraska

13. The Kindler Hotel

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Lincoln Airport

15. The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16. Hyatt Place Lincoln / Downtown - Haymarket

17. Garner Hotel Lincoln North by IHG

18. MainStay Suites Lincoln University Area

19. Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Lincoln - Northeast I-80

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Top Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport

Horizon Inn Motel

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

Studio 6 Lincoln, NE - Airport

Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80

Stay Inn by OYO Near I 80 Lincoln West

Rodeway Inn Lincoln West - University Area

Other attractions near Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Green Space

Arnold Heights Public Area

Arnold Heights Park

Eagles' View Park

Olympic Heights Park

Dan A Williams Branch Library

Huskerville Park

Union Bank and Trust Stadium

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