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Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

4.7 out of 5 rating 34 reviews
Lincoln, NE
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln
Decorative table
Decorative table
Long table with greenery
Long table with greenery
Head Table with Backdrop
Head Table with Backdrop
Reception
Reception
The First Dance
The First Dance
Getting ready!
Getting ready!
Portraits
Portraits
Bridal Suite
Bridal Suite
The First Kiss
The First Kiss
The Toast
The Toast
Fancy table setup
Fancy table setup
Long table with warm lights
Long table with warm lights
Tall table centerpieces
Tall table centerpieces
Pastel colored apartment
Pastel colored apartment
Rooftop party
Rooftop party
Pool area
Pool area
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln
Graduate Lincoln

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A grand reception
1/21
Up to 300 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
4.7
Very good

"We used the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln for our wedding room block, rehearsal dinner and to get ready..."

— Justy

"We had a great experience with Holiday Inn and Hollie!! She was so helpful, easy to work with and..."

— Brittni

Why couples loved this venue

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
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Recommended by 94% of couples

About this venue

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln is a boutique hotel and wedding venue located in the historic Haymarket District of Lincoln, Nebraska. The joyous charm and classic style of this property make it an inviting setting for a couple to hold their special celebrations. Personalized services, unique spaces, and a fun atmosphere create a remarkable backdrop for festivities.

Facilities and Capacity

This boutique hotel has memorable event spaces for hosting intimate gatherings and grand occasions. The largest of these is the Ardis Room, which can accommodate up to 400 guests seated for a banquet or up to 650 guests for a cocktail-style reception. The Perkins Room can seat up to 150 guests in elegant surroundings, and the Scarlet Ballroom offers a romantic ambience for up to 240 people.

Services Offered

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as engagement parties and wedding showers. This venue's staff offers assistance with event planning, on-site accommodations, get-ready rooms, WiFi, event rentals, setup, and cleanup. The inventory of rental items includes decor, furniture, audio-visual equipment, tables, chairs, centerpieces, linens, food and beverage pieces, and a dance floor. Wheelchair access and valet parking make these premises even more welcoming for all guests.

Cuisine

The culinary team of Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers customizable catering and bar services for special occasions. Wedding dining can include hors d'oeuvres, cocktail receptions, plated dishes, buffets, and desserts. As servers take care of the meal, bar staff will be on hand to pour beverages. These professionals can provide service through an open, limited, or cash bar, with options for wine, beer, spirits, and champagne toasts.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 9 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

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Reviews of Graduate by Hilton Lincoln

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4.7/5 34 reviews
Google
4.1/5 1531 reviews
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Justy Sent on 06/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Charm & Character

We used the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln for our wedding room block, rehearsal dinner and to get ready on the day of our wedding. We were blown away by the service and care we received during the planning process and the level of professionalism was outstanding. Emails were returned in a timely manner and questions were always answered thoroughly and with full transparency. We fell in love with the charm of the hotel - it felt like such a celebration of Lincoln and Nebraska (almost like a destination within our own city!). It added so much character to our get ready photos and our guests raved about their experience. We loved access to Single Barrel for our guests and their catering for our rehearsal dinner was next level. The hotel's proximity to downtown and views of Lincoln (and the stadium) provided an unforgettable experience.
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Brittni Sent on 12/17/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had a great experience with Holiday Inn and Hollie!! She was so helpful, easy to work with and responded promptly with anything we needed!! We loved having our rexeption here!!
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Allison Sent on 12/06/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was set up beautifully. All the table decorations were perfect. I loved how everything turned out!
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Kasey Sent on 09/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We just had our wedding here upstairs in the Ballroom. It was PERFECT!! I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful setting. Hollie was great to work with and always there to help answer any questions. The staff for the reception was great as well. There was always someone coming around with water and tea to fill up drinks, they were very attentive on picking up dirty plates, etc. Everything went very smooth and it was everything I had wanted and more :)
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Lisa Sent on 07/06/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Hollie was my event coordinator and she did an amazing job answering all my questions in a timely manner.
All the Holiday Inn staff was helpful and extremely friendly!! The night we set up they helped us numerous times with small items that were needed- even though it was late at night they smiled and did it with pleasure.

All the guests I spoke with said the food was amazing and the venue was beautiful. They offer kids meals which several parents thought was great.

Hollie, Brie, & Lauren were extremely helpful though the entire process.

Our wedding night Brie was our event coordinator and she checked in with us throughout the entire night to make sure everything was running smoothly- she checked in about adding to the open bar and adding a keg if needed.

I called Lauren on my way to the ceremony to ask to have a some items ready for us when we arrived (Polish tradition) that I forgot to mention to Hollie when we were finalizing things- Lauren gladly did it and everything was ready when we got there!

Everyone truly tries their best to make your special day perfect & that's exactly what happened!
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User2207231 Sent on 07/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The entire experience was AWESOME!! Hollie was FABULOUS working with us & providing information, ideas, pictures,various choices & all staying within our budget!! The food tasting was fun & very helpful in selecting our menue which was Delicious!! Staff very accommodating, friendly & GREAT!! Can't say enough good things!! Our guests gave rave reviews loved the food, drinks & service! They noticed how beautifully it was decorated with the table linens, napkins, chair covers, lighting, candles etc!!
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Brittany Sent on 07/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Hollie and Brei were absolutely amazing to work with. They were there for us during the entire planning process and they always responded to questions in a timely manner. They listened to everything that we wanted and made it happen on the big day. I can't say enough how great our experience was working with both of them at the Holiday Inn Downtown.

Also, our food was amazing and we had many compliments from guest on the food and how nice it was to leave the reception and take an elevator up to their room!
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Alyssa Sent on 06/30/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely loved having my reception at the holiday Inn Downtown. Hollie Waldo was very easy to work with and had great ideas. She was very flexible and always responded promptly to any questions we had. She decorated the ballroom for us and did amazing. We received many compliments from guest about how beautiful the ballroom looked and how good the food tasted. I would recommend this location to anyone looking for a place to have a wedding reception.
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Chelsie Sent on 06/29/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Hollie and all the staff at the Holiday Inn we're amazing to work with. They helped us get the best values and we're always available to answer questions. They had great tips and ideas for us.
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Beth Sent on 02/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was amazing, my husband and I couldn't have asked for a better venue
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Team

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Arden George
Conference Services Manager

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Graduate by Hilton Lincoln frequently asked questions

Graduate by Hilton Lincoln includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Graduate by Hilton Lincoln includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Graduate by Hilton Lincoln for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Graduate by Hilton Lincoln is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in average response time and 4.6 in value.
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