Posted 8, 2010 in Business Briefs, Haymarket
“Like” The Grand Manse
The Grand Manse located in the heart of downtown Lincoln at the intersection of I-180 and P Street, provides many luxury lodging suites. Lodging suites at the Grand Manse are centrally located to the University of Nebraska, Memorial Stadium, Haymarket Park, the Lied Center for Performing Arts, and several restaurants, museums and theaters. Apart from a convenient location all of the suites also provide fully furnished kitchens, in suite washer dryer, expanded cable TV channels and complimentary parking. Each Suite has its own historic features that help to share Lincoln’s history while providing guests with a home away from home.
The Postmaster Suite is truly a part of Lincoln’s history. Located in the Northeast corner of the building, the suite was originally an integral part of the post office, which was the purpose of the building in 1904. Features like the postal counter, teller windows, and bank vault truly provide a glimpse into history. With sixteen foot high ceilings and enormous oak framed windows, natural light pours over this large yet intimate suite. A fully furnished great room, including a 62-inch flat screen television is the perfect place to entertain. The fully furnished kitchen includes granite countertops and bar that open to a dining area. The large bath area is located off of the kitchen and is easily accessible for guests. The master bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed and includes the historic features, like the vault which also serves as a large walk-in closet. The space also provides a second walk in closet in the great room. The Postmaster suite genuinely tells a story and is a perfect retreat for guests, no matter what the occasion.
The Liberty Suite located on the third floor of the building, is situated directly off of the Grand Hall. This two bedroom suite provides a large and spacious layout that can accommodate guests for a variety of occasions. The suite is the true picture of historical elegance, providing wood floors, oversized oak windows, and vaulted ceilings. When entering the suite, guests are greeted with an open layout, providing a full-size kitchen with a breakfast bar that opens into the great room. The oak windows allow this space to be filled with an abundance of natural light and paired with the vaulted ceilings; this room provides the perfect space for entertaining. The Liberty Suite also provides a master suite, which is furnished with antique furniture including a pillow top queen size bed. The space also provides a walk in closet and a spacious in-suite bath that allows for privacy and convenience. The guest room also offers a queen-size bed, and a walk in closet with access to a full bath which is located in the hall, convenient to all guests. With the perfect balance of character and charm the Liberty Suite is the ideal place for any guest to call home.

A historic yet modern lodging space located in its own separate building, on the southwest corner of 9th and O Street, is the Pavilion. When looking at the Pavilion it takes one back in Lincoln’s history, however, as you enter through the double doors one is greeted with all the luxuries and class of modern elegance. Upon entering directly into the Pavilion’s great room, guests are drawn to the high ceilings and original windows while still enjoying updates like the flat screen television with digital cable. Another unique feature of the Pavilion is tucked away in this great room, a queen-size Murphy bed folds down, allowing the space to comfortably accommodate four people. With a large dining area and fully furnished kitchen, including granite counter tops, the Pavilion is the perfect place to entertain. Off the kitchen are a full bath and the master bedroom. The spacious master bed room features a pillow-top queen sized bed dressed with luxury linens and a walk in closet. The Pavilion allows guests to enjoy the luxuries of modern day living while still experiencing a part of Lincoln’s history.