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.

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

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

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩92,238

₩109,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

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

An outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a round table.

2. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Paola

₩143,332

₩169,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

3. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩143,667

₩169,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

4. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩114,817

₩135,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A modern lobby with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

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

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

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

₩230,357

₩272,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Billy

₩161,932

₩191,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A snack display with various packaged treats and a sign indicating the section.

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.

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩149,460

₩176,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩171,390

₩202,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern bar area with a large sign reading 'Hiknox Tavern,' a bar counter, seating, and a large window.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and glass doors.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Richard

₩142,713

₩168,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

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

10. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nancy

₩157,509

₩186,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A reception area with a black counter, a reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a chair.

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

11. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Ashley

₩89,976

₩106,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 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.

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

12. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Elizabeth

₩197,644

₩233,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a dining table, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the cityscape.

A buffet with various food items and utensils, set against a backdrop of large windows and a view of buildings and trees.

A building with a circular design, labeled "NCAA Basketball Hall of Fame."

13. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

₩196,281

₩232,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rustic interior with wooden walls, a green door, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A house with a unique curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A fantasy-themed building with stone and wood architecture, a stone pathway, and a variety of plants and flowers.

14. Ancient Lore Village

9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩366,800

₩419,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hallway with a wooden floor, a brick wall, and a chandelier. There is a dining table with chairs and a rug.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL OLE" in bold, illuminated letters.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a wooden chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall.

15. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Alana

₩464,803

₩549,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a landscaped entrance area.

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Mark

₩166,839

₩197,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a microwave. There are two refrigerators and a coffee station.

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.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

₩121,449

₩143,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a hexagonal tiled floor, a bar counter, and seating.

A modern lounge area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with cushions, and a laptop on the table.

A corridor with a breakfast setup, including a coffee machine, pastries, and a fruit bowl.

A modern building with a prominent 'Marriott' sign and a 'The Tennessean' sign on the side.

18. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Matthew

₩173,381

₩205,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, flat-screen TV, kitchenette, and a view of the hallway.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a bench area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a chess table, and a kitchen area in the background.

19. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Grant

₩118,586

₩140,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Knoxville North	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75	8.6 Excellent 335 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,112 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, amazing staff, loved the complimentary bikes, and the coffee in the am. Room was in need of an update"

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"It’s an older property but it’s clean. Breakfast is cereal and coffee but all in all it’s fair for the price of the stay"

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay Very clean room Good amenities Very close to were I was going"

Other attractions near Knoxville Zoo

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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The Muse Knoxville

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Muse Knoxville 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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Chillhowe Park

4.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Chillhowe Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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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

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Mabry-Hazen House in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Haley Heritage Square

Explore the great outdoors at Haley Heritage Square, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Covenant Health Park

Catch an event at Covenant Health Park during your trip to Knoxville. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Central United Methodist Church

Central United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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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 10 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 10 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. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

3. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

4. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

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

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

9. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

10. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

11. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

12. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

13. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

14. Ancient Lore Village

15. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

18. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

19. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

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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