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.

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1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩91,625

₩108,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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.

2. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nichol

₩89,377

₩105,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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.

3. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

₩173,597

₩205,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

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

4. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩142,711

₩168,756 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.

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.

5. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Julie

₩97,474

₩115,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 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

Sandra

₩160,854

₩190,209 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 corner market with a refrigerated beverage cooler stocked with various sodas and a freezer section.

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.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

₩120,641

₩142,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

8. Ancient Lore Village

9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩365,304

₩417,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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

9. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

₩121,401

₩143,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a map mural, and a TV.

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

10. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Eileen

₩195,480

₩231,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

11. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

DAVID

₩143,861

₩170,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a mirror, a microwave, and a door.

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

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Deborah

₩161,108

₩190,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

13. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Amy

₩111,967

₩132,401 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 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.

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

14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Samantha

₩139,823

₩165,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩114,234

₩135,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 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.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩172,363

₩203,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and a tiled floor.

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

17. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.1 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sarah

₩82,953

₩94,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel with a modern facade, a sign reading "Woodspring Suites," and the address "320 N Gallaher View Rd."

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A sign for Woodspring Suites, an extended stay hotel, with a modern building in the background.

A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a microwave, and wooden cabinets.

18. WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West

West Hills, 17 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sarah

₩107,243

₩126,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and large windows offering a view.

A lobby with plush seating, a chess table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel entrance with a marble facade, a large circular light fixture, and a sign reading "The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel Residences".

19. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

beth

₩206,782

₩274,181 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
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Knoxville East	9.2 Wonderful 898 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Knoxville North	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel, friendly staff and beautiful location. I would recommend."

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

The Oliver Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful! Everything was perfect!! Enjoyed it so much, I’m staying again in 2 months on my next trip through town!"

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. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

3. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

4. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

5. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

8. Ancient Lore Village

9. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

10. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

11. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

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

13. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville East

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

17. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

18. WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West

19. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

The Oliver Hotel

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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