The Best Hotels Closest to Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩91,093

₩107,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

2. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

₩181,931

₩215,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Barbie

₩124,733

₩147,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩180,383

₩213,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

5. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

₩187,113

₩221,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Two queen beds non smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩147,604

₩174,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. The Oliver Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Alison

₩167,594

₩198,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

8. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Diego

₩160,460

₩189,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

"The staff was incredible. The hotel was nice and smelled great. However, be prepared to pay for parking. The garage is about a block away and charges $20 a day. The hotel was recently opened so there was no gym and most of the electric did not work in the room. We had to move the refrigerator across the room and we had to plug the microwave into a bathroom outlet to make it work. The staff apologized and were super nice. There were "joints" on the floor in the lobby which smelled up everything....

Nicholas

₩187,113

₩221,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

10. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 5.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Orietta

₩200,575

₩237,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Suite, 1 King Bed (Governor) | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Smart TV, Netflix

11. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Chadwick

₩242,184

₩315,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩138,114

₩163,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Parlor, King Murphy Bed and Sofa Bed | Living area | 65-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

13. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 4.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Joy

₩193,373

₩228,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Richard

₩131,922

₩155,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

₩119,941

₩141,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Franklin L.

₩88,859

₩105,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

aaron

₩186,104

₩220,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Billy

₩163,691

₩193,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christopher

₩192,498

₩227,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,096 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 652 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was good overall!"

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"It was ok in cleaning, breakfast is granola bars and muffins with coffee that’s what you get in this price"

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Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

10.0/10 (1 review)

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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

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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 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 Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG.

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, Knoxville Museum of Art, and McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture 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. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

5. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

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

7. The Oliver Hotel

8. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

10. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

13. Hilton Knoxville

14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

16. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

17. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

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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