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

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩90,289

₩106,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A snack display with various packaged foods and instant coffee products.

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

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

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Karlee

₩164,138

₩194,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A buffet with labeled containers for omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

3. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Connie

₩152,105

₩179,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

₩118,882

₩140,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 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

Karl

₩88,074

₩104,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A breakfast buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

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

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

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kevin

₩107,414

₩127,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

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

7. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Windi

₩172,118

₩203,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

₩158,509

₩187,436 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.

9. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Angel

₩96,053

₩113,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Bearden, 12.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

William

₩186,688

₩220,759 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 gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike, and various weights.

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

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

₩170,624

₩201,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

12. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Steve

₩133,425

₩157,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Dana

₩169,850

₩200,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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.

14. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Elizabeth

₩214,814

₩254,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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.

15. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Crystle

₩140,630

₩166,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

A hotel room with a large TV, a desk with a lamp, two beds, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern coffee shop with a counter, espresso machines, and a menu board.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

16. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 4.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nadav

₩170,117

₩201,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

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

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Danene

₩132,091

₩156,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

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

11.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Brenda

₩142,765

₩163,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

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

19. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Amelia

₩141,764

₩167,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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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 Papermill Drive	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG	8.8 Excellent 775 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East	8.2 Very good 970 reviews	View
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, classic hotel with friendly staff and located perfectly in downtown Knoxville."

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"C"

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This property was great. The staff was so friendly."

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 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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1. Inn of Knoxville

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

3. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

5. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

7. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

9. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

10. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

12. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

14. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

15. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

16. Hilton Knoxville

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

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

19. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

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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