The Best Hotels Closest to Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave and a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet.

Two single beds with red and orange bedding, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light switch.

A large outdoor sign with a prominent 'T' on a grassy area.

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩90,576

₩107,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a television mounted on the wall, and a potted plant on the table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a mirror, a microwave, and a door.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Hannah

₩147,212

₩174,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden herringbone floor.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

A self-service beverage station with a refrigerated display, a coffee machine, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

DAVID

₩142,216

₩168,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a large mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and ceiling lights.

4. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

₩156,591

₩185,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A laundry room with two washing machines, a window with blinds, a fire extinguisher, and a vent on the ceiling.

A swimming pool with a white fence, a white chair, and a building in the background.

5. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Melisa Fay

₩88,354

₩104,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, a stone accent wall, and a reception desk with a computer and a bicycle sign.

A corner market with a refrigerated beverage cooler stocked with various sodas and a freezer section.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, a printer, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print". There are shelves with decorative items and a stone wall in the background.

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

₩112,635

₩133,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a gift shop sign.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows offering views of greenery. There are lounge chairs and potted plants around the pool area.

A hotel with a prominent Best Western Plus sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained landscaped area.

7. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Julie

₩96,359

₩113,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

A reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩141,236

₩167,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A buffet with labeled containers for omelets and other dishes.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, a television, and a door.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned wall.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a large parking lot and a covered entrance.

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jeffery

₩158,120

₩186,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

A modern kitchen with hexagonal blue tiles, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, a car parked in the driveway, and a clear sky in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a TV.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

₩159,014

₩188,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by white and blue walls, and furnished with orange and black chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike, and various weights.

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

₩171,359

₩202,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a blue sofa with yellow cushions, and a table with chairs.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging red pendant lights.

A modern lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and a coffee table.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple floors.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Bearden, 12.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

William

₩187,493

₩221,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, wall art, and a telephone.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, green carpet, and a wheelchair-accessible desk.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages, a microwave, and a refrigerator with shelves of drinks and snacks.

13. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

₩123,066

₩145,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

A grand staircase with a decorative wall at the top, flanked by tall columns and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern lounge area with seating and tables, large windows offering a city view.

A bar area with a variety of food and drinks, including a tray with cheeses, meats, and a drink with a lemon slice.

14. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

₩203,680

₩240,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and a wooden reception desk.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white brick backsplash, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A Marriott Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩170,391

₩201,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen counter, and a large window.

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted TV.

Two beverage dispensers labeled "Bright Side Market" with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

16. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jeffrey

₩145,926

₩172,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by tiled flooring with safety signs indicating a depth of 3 feet and a no diving warning.

A spa area with a hot tub, a dining table, and a large window with a view of trees.

17. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

11.2 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jimmy

₩141,584

₩161,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A breakfast area with a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST,' a bakery section, and a counter with various food items and a digital menu display.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a blue geometric wall pattern, a reception desk, and a snack shelf.

18. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Eileen

₩194,300

₩229,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a staircase, and seating arrangements.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a mural on the wall.

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

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩112,635

₩133,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West	9.6 Exceptional 1,426 reviews	View
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East	8.4 Very good 1,010 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and facility!"

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10.0/10 (1 review)

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The Muse Knoxville

6.0/10 (1 review)

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Chillhowe Park

4.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Beck Cultural Exchange Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Beck Cultural Exchange Center during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Mabry-Hazen House

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Haley Heritage Square

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Covenant Health Park

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Central United Methodist Church

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Knoxville Zoo?

Knoxville Zoo is located in an area of Knoxville known for its bar scene, sporting events, and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Knoxville Zoo?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Knoxville Zoo, Inn of Knoxville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options within a few miles include Hilton Knoxville and Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown.

How many hotels are there close to Knoxville Zoo?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Knoxville Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Knoxville Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Knoxville Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Knoxville Zoo?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Knoxville Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Knoxville Zoo?

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, East Tennessee History Center, and Knoxville Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Tennessee Theatre, Bijou Theater, and Historic Southern Railway Station to learn a bit about the area. You can enjoy live performances at Knoxville Children's Theatre and Clarence Brown Theatre.

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Our top choices for Knoxville Zoo hotels

1. Inn of Knoxville

2. Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

4. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

5. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

7. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

12. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

13. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

14. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

16. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

17. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

18. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Other attractions near Knoxville Zoo

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

The Muse Knoxville

Chillhowe Park

Beck Cultural Exchange Center

Mabry-Hazen House

Haley Heritage Square

Covenant Health Park

Central United Methodist Church

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