The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotels
Tribute Portfolio
10 (401 reviews)
2101 Transformation Drive , Lincoln , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and modern rooms
Cons:
Parking costs
Need for extended food service hours

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The hotel was spotless and immaculate, with superior hygiene.
Service
10
Exceptional service from staff, notably the bartender and valet.
Location
10
Conveniently located right off the highway and close to local amenities.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are modern, clean, well-appointed, and welcoming.
Amenities
10
Good amenities available but lacking same day laundry service on-site.
Value for Money
10
While the hotel is high quality, some guests noted it wasn't worth the price.
Food and Beverage
10
Food at the cafe was wonderful; the bar service was outstanding.
Overall Experience
10
Guests described their experience as delightful and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:18

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Experience a stay of luxury at The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Indulge in the comfort of well-equipped rooms with city views, plush bedding, and modern amenities like a coffee machine and satellite TV.

Convenient Location
Situated just 2.3 km from Lincoln Memorial Stadium, our hotel offers easy access to nearby attractions such as Bob Devaney Sports Center and University of Nebraska State Museum. Plus, with a free shuttle service and proximity to Lincoln Airport, your travels are made effortless.

Exceptional Services
From a 24-hour front desk to a fitness center and on-site dining options, we ensure a seamless stay for our guests. Enjoy a delicious à la carte or American breakfast daily, and take advantage of our sun terrace and ATM facilities. Book your stay now at The Scarlet, Lincoln, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LNK

Location

Guest Reviews

10
Based on 401 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
T
Toby couple us
9
Nice hotel... would have given 5 stars but parking should have been free.
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Ranae couple us
8
It was good
Pros:

Very nice and clean.

Cons:

Bar/restaurant had crazy hours. You could make more revenue if you stayed open longer. Especially after a big concert. We had money to spend.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Caleb solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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F4726DIlaurac Family
10
Great service during our stay
Pros:

We stayed at the Scarlett Hotel on our way home on a road trip. The hotel was lovely and clean. But most of all the Good Life Coffee Shop was amazing. I was traveling with children and we had a complicated order. Aleena was so kind and patient and friendly with us during the long ordering process. And when one of the kids changed their mind Dave was super helpful in navigating the change in order. Thank you to both of them.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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n0uzn Family Topeka, Kansas
8
Nice hotel
Pros:

Stayed here while visiting Lincoln for our daughter's orientation at UNL. Nice hotel. Check in was simple, and our rooms were as reserved. Rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. Had a wonderful view to the west from our room. There is a daily fee for parking, which is an open lot across the street. No problem there during our stay, but I am curious how much snow removal is done during the winter season. There is a restaurant on site and we ate dinner there, with okay results for the food being pricey. But all things being considered, we will likely stay here again when visiting our daughter.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
V
Voyager66300317683 Couples
10
Great Service and Room!!
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful! We have stayed here many times since it opened and have been treated great!! I want to say a special Thank you to Dave in the restaurant. My family was playing a game in the lobby and decided we would like some ice cream and a staff member took me over to Dave and he dished us up 3 bowls! It capped off a great weekend with our daughter! If you are looking for a great place to stay I would definitely recommend the Scarlet Inn. The young lady who helped us in the Barred Owl gave us the best service we have ever received there. The view is very nice looking over the Campus and the North end of town, it’s a nice place to visit and have a drink.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
D
dawnhU4490TM Family
10
Great stay
Pros:

The staff were very accommodating and attentive. Rooms and hallways and common areas were clean. The coffee at the coffee bar was smooth. We enjoyed the view from the Barred owl bar and the waitress was fabulous.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
6
605sharih Business
10
Great service at the Scarlet
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at The Scarlet. The hotel staff were the most friendly and helpful of any hotel I've stayed in. I made special requests and the housekeeping and front desk staff went out of their way to meet those requests. The front desk staff was extremely kind and accomodating. The hotel provides a shuttle to and from the airport and were very flexible getting us to the airport when we needed to go. The restaurant staff were friendly and helpful when we ordered take out and the food was very good. The rooms are new, nice, and clean. As a frequent business traveler, I highly recommend the Scarlet in Lincoln, NE.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
E
E6847AUtoddr Business
10
First Class
Pros:

Very Attentive, Excellent staff, good food, clean, great facilities and location

2026-06-25 via Tripadvisor
V
V8266VJtheresaa Business
10
Superior service and hospitality; Amazing food,
Pros:

From the moment you check in to the day you leave, you are treated so kindly. Every single person was absolutely incredible. Please PLEASE acknowledge Robbie in food and beverage, Drew in operations, Deshanellah at the front desk, Johnson - General Manager (this man is incredible!) and Patrick from sales who helped set up our event. There were 60+/- of us and we are honestly all incredible thankful for this one-of-a-kind experience at the Scarlet In Lincoln. We will ALL be back at some point. Well done, Scarlet Hotel, well done!!!

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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laurenperdue13 Business Katy, Texas
10
Phenomenal Service and Hospitality
Pros:

If I could rate The Scarlet in Lincoln higher than 5 stars I would. My company was hosting a training event at this venue, and the hotel staff went above and beyond to ensure our large group of 60+ people were taken care of throughout the duration of our stay. The general manager, Robbie, showed a tremendous amount of hospitality by always being there to hold the doors open, waiting on the group during breakfast and dinner events, and even surprised my fiancé and I with a very nice bottle of Champaigne in our hotel room after learning of our recent engagement. All other hotel staff were equally as amazing and made our training event flow seamlessly. The restaurants on site provided a wonderful atmosphere, and the food and beverage options were also top notch. I will definitely book my next stay here the next time I am in Lincoln!

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
J
J4501XWthomass Business
10
Cyclonaire Rep training 2026
Pros:

The hotel was clean and very nice. The people working there were extremely welcoming and professional. I would stay here anytime.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
D
Dpdavis54 Business
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Friendly staff and fantastic atmosphere. Great for a family visit or a large business group.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
7
716elijahj Solo travel
10
Sruthi
Pros:

Sruthi was really knowledgeable about the different kinds of drinks, and on top of that she made the best lychee martini.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
B
B3504FUaarong Family
10
Great stay with amazing staff
Pros:

Get experience. Deshanellah at the front desk went above and beyond in order to make our experience at the scarlet was unforgettable. Tanner with guest services and valet was very courteous and personable. Definitely going to be one of our top picks for hotel stays in the future.

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
R
Retzer solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Scott extended_group us
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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jcwbesq Couples Minneapolis, Minnesota
8
Overnight in Lincoln
Pros:

A delightful hotel. Clean, great staff, beds are firm and rooms efficient. Rooftop bar is fun, especially if weather is nice. Workout room is clean, spacious and with good, newer, equipment. Granted, signage is poor (you may drive by). Parking, while spacious, is grossly overpriced (for Lincoln). We will/would stay here again, though don’t stop much in Nebraska’s capital. Enjoy.

2026-06-04 via Tripadvisor
D
Dan couple us
9
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Armin family_with_children us
10
Nice clean peaceful stay.
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee