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.

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

A round wooden table with a tissue box, a purple upholstered chair, and a wooden chair.

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

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩90,729

₩107,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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

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

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

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩147,255

₩174,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A modern meeting room with wooden tables, benches, and green carpeting.

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

3. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Ashley

₩114,339

₩135,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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.

4. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Barbie

₩134,450

₩158,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

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

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

₩226,587

₩267,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

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

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩141,315

₩167,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

₩119,461

₩141,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Billy

₩163,035

₩192,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

9. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Franklin L.

₩88,503

₩104,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

A Holiday Inn entrance sign and building facade.

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

10. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Richard

₩131,394

₩155,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A convenience store with refrigerated sections, shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and a display of hats and merchandise.

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

aaron

₩180,090

₩212,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A stone bridge over a clear water body, a wooden pergola with seating, and a pathway leading to a building in a landscaped area.

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

12. Ancient Lore Village

9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Liz

₩360,796

₩412,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

13. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Emanuel

₩96,521

₩114,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern interior with large windows, wooden ceiling beams, and yellow chairs.

A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a landscaped area with trees.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by chairs, string lights overhead, and a view of the cityscape in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩179,661

₩212,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A hotel with a modern design, outdoor seating, and a landscaped area with a central tree.

15. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

₩193,068

₩228,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩170,677

₩201,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

17. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nancy

₩156,854

₩185,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area featuring orange chairs and round tables, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

A modern building entrance with a number "7520" above the door, a bench in front, and potted plants on either side.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign reading "Hollyday Inn Express," and a snack vending machine.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Knoxville-North-I-75 Exit 112 by IHG

11.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Julia

₩135,416

₩154,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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.

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

19. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Suzanne

₩154,454

₩182,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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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
Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75	8.6 Excellent 334 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,095 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"Staff always available"

Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"Restaurant was delicious"

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were only there for 16 hours, but the staff was helpful, the room was lovely (especially the bathroom with a massive shower, spacious vanity, and separate toilet room), and the price was reasonable. Location is ideal for a visit to UT and market square."

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great room very clean great ammenities"

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 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 The Muse Knoxville 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. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

4. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

9. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

10. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

12. Ancient Lore Village

13. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

14. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

15. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

17. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Knoxville-North-I-75 Exit 112 by IHG

19. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Hilton Knoxville

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Marriott 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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