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

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.

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩90,827

₩107,403 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 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.

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

₩112,761

₩133,339 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 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.

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

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Melisa Fay

₩88,599

₩104,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

₩159,453

₩188,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

5. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

₩171,641

₩202,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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.

6. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Angel

₩96,625

₩114,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a colorful chair.

A laundry room with four washers and dryers, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

East Knoxville, 4.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Robert

₩74,035

₩87,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 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 hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a large mirror.

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

8. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

₩156,767

₩185,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two computers, a refrigerator, and a fire extinguisher.

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

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

11.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Brenda

₩143,615

₩164,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel refrigerator, and a white countertop.

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.

10. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Suzanne

₩146,165

₩172,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

11. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kevin

₩105,443

₩124,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

12. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Samantha

₩131,536

₩155,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

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

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩112,761

₩133,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 snack display with various packaged foods and instant coffee products.

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Karlee

₩164,285

₩194,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A reception area with a coffee station, a red chair, and a potted plant.

A room with a green sofa, a lamp, a wooden floor, a bed with a checkered blanket, and a kitchenette area.

A Red Roof Inn & Suites with a large sign, multiple parking spaces, and a well-lit building.

15. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.1 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sarah

₩82,230

₩93,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

16. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Bearden, 12.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

William

₩187,801

₩222,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel lobby with two red armchairs, a small table with a plant, framed pictures on the wall, and a fireplace.

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a chair, a small table, a kitchenette, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a door leading to another room.

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Bearden, 15.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Carrie

₩103,994

₩122,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a bed with a nightstand, and a desk with a lamp.

A coffee station with multiple dispensers, a sign that says 'MUST. HAVE. COFFEE.', and various coffee products.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel with a prominent Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign, multiple parking spaces, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jayla

₩163,748

₩193,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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 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.

19. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

₩123,268

₩145,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East	8.2 Very good 966 reviews	View
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill	9.0 Wonderful 1,107 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Knoxville East	9.2 Wonderful 899 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was wonderful! Place was very clean and restaurant was really good . I definitely recommend it !"

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

The Oliver Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Oliver Hotel is the only place we will stay when we visit family in Knoxville. Beautifully appointed lobby, stairways, elevator, hallways and Rooms! We stay twice a year at the Oliver now for 4 to 7 days at a time. The beds are dreamy! Cozy, super clean rooms with everything one needs and MORE! Love the temperature controls for cooling down the hot summers and heating up cooler Christmas nights. Valet parking is easy—not to mention that Cruz Farms Ice Cream is just up the block! Friendly help and advice from Chris and AJ is top notch. The restaurant food and the fun drinks and snacks at the Library bar are not to be missed. All the staff at the Oliver get gold stars! Treat yourself to the exceptional Hospitality at the Oliver Hotel in Knoxville, TN."

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and facility!"

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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Our top choices for Knoxville Zoo hotels

1. Inn of Knoxville

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

5. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

6. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

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

10. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

11. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

12. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

15. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

16. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG

19. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilton Knoxville

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

The Oliver 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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