The Lincoln Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Lincoln. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
71 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 7 per stay)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
6 meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14 per person
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 7 per stay
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Lincoln Hotel Sure Hotel Collection Best Western
Lincoln Sure Collection Best Western
Lincoln Sure Collection
The Lincoln Hotel Hotel
The Lincoln Hotel Lincoln
The Lincoln Hotel Hotel Lincoln
The Lincoln Hotel Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lincoln Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lincoln Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Lincoln Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Lincoln Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 7 per stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lincoln Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Lincoln Hotel and nearby?
The Lincoln Hotel has a fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Lincoln Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Lincoln Hotel like?
The Lincoln Hotel is in the heart of Lincoln, a short 3-minute walk from Lincoln Cathedral and 4 minutes' walk from Lincoln Christmas Market. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jan 16, 2025
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 14, 2025
Great Hotel
Easy check-in, good parking facilities, nice room with view of cathedral, friendly staff & nice breakfast. Was only a quick overnight stay, but met all our requirements and would use again in the future.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Leigh
Leigh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 2, 2025
Lincoln Hotel
Decided to upgrade to a cathedral view. For the small amount extra to pay this is an absolute must. The view is amazing.
Staff were all really friendly, Good choice for breakfast including items cooked to order, best Eggs benedict I have ever had.
The room was refurbished and really welcoming, wonderful shower. the only down side is the lift, straight out of the 50's clunked and banged and occasionally we had to press the "Open Door" button. The hotel is absolutely ideally placed for visiting uphill Lincoln which is just beautiful. Overall had a fantastic short break. The photo's are the view from our room 316.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2024
Could have been better
On arriving staff very friendly. On arriving in our room (308) we were disappointed… dehumidifiers in room and it smelt very damp. Stained carpet and furniture looking very tired and chunk out of top of bath with panel hanging off. On returning to reception to say we werent happy with our room which have never done before the lovely young lady on reception could not have been more helpful and moved us to another room 316 which was as different again and we enjoyed a good nights sleep followed by a lovely breakfast . Hotel a little tired in general but what was sold as a deluxe room was definitely not but staff great
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 28, 2024
1 night stay
The staff were very welcoming when we arrived and friendly during our short stay. We had a lovely view of the cathedral and it was a very good breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 22, 2024
Coach tour special in a great location
It’s a terrific location here and the staff do their best - by far the hotels greatest asset.
But the place needs more money investing in it than I think I could even imagine. Some spaces in hotels are just too small and awkward to use as a room, no matter how tempting it might be to squeeze one more coach passenger in. There’s a point at which carpets just smell too much to clean, and bathtubs simply don’t make sense in tiny rooms (with accompanying shower curtain horror)
The bar could be a real asset it done better at night and maybe there’s a way to raise much needed revenue there…
Ultimately there is a good reason so many of the pictures are looking good the hotel not inside!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Alistair
Alistair, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 14, 2024
Great breakfast
Nice hotel with fabulous breakfast. Great location for the cathedral and castle. A member of staff was rude and disrespectful towards a member of my group but we would return.
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1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 12, 2024
Mrs S D
Mrs S D, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 21, 2024
Keith
Keith, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
A Great Place to Stay
Our third stay this year. It's so convenient and the added bonus you have the Cathedral on your doorstep, the Bail, castle and many small shops
M W
M W, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Great hotel near the cathedral
Ideal location for exploring Lincoln and great view of the cathedral from the restaurant. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 8, 2024
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
Great stay
We had a great stay room had great views and nice food. The staff made us welcome and looked after us well.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 29, 2024
Short break in Lincoln
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 28, 2024
Money needs spending in the right places.
Came for an overnight stay to see about booking for our wedding venue but the outside of the building isnt very nice which is a shame as the view of the cathedral from the hotel is beautiful.
The decor is good inside, cleanliness is ok but even though it wasnt that busy it took a while for tables to get cleared of empty cups and glasses. The floor in the dining area where we was sat beside our table was full of toe/finger nails too!
The area they use for the wedding reception isnt very nice, the carpet is filthy from breakfast stains and just old and ruined, really low ceiling and the bar for the function is just pointless! Just not worth the asking price they want for having your wedding there.
The Smell of the hallways going to the rooms on the first floor smelt like a nursing home which wasnt pleasant at all.
The bed was all sunken in and very uncomfortable and was the worst night sleep ever. Definitely changed my mind about booking my wedding reception there.
The staff are very friendly and helpful though.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Keleigh
Keleigh, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 20, 2024
Worth a stay
We had a good stay, despite the awful historical reviews from others.
We asked for and received a quiet room.
Breakfast buffet was excellent, room very clean and staff very helpful.
Yes it.s dated and decor dubious.and room quite hot in October so perhaps a problem in summer.
Location perfect for the cathedral.