The Best Hotels Closest to Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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Our top choices for Knoxville Zoo hotels

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩93,726

₩110,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

2. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Barbie

₩128,325

₩151,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩151,716

₩179,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩157,757

₩186,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Adam

₩182,294

₩215,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩142,937

₩169,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

7. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

₩168,804

₩199,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩176,137

₩208,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

9. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 5.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Orietta

₩187,190

₩221,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

10. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Ashley

₩113,389

₩134,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Billy

₩159,395

₩188,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

12. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

aaron

₩172,023

₩203,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Richard

₩134,213

₩158,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

14. 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

₩192,522

₩227,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

15. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Amanda

₩220,484

₩290,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

₩95,250

₩112,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Luxury Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, Mountain View | Garden view

17. Ancient Lore Village

9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Liz

₩372,717

₩425,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Diane

₩116,552

₩137,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

19. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Steven C

₩161,872

₩191,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 651 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,080 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Tennessean has a more boutique feel than the Marriott next door, although the Marriott common area is also very nice. The convenience to the Convention Center is a huge plus."

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Very much enjoyed staying at Hyatt Place. I plan to always book Hyatt Place when in Knoxville."

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Was disappointed that breakfast wasn’t available to Marriott guests. However received a great breakfast recommendation from one of the staff members"

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?

The Muse Knoxville, Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, 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. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

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

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

5. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

6. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

7. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

9. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

12. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

13. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

14. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

15. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

16. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

17. Ancient Lore Village

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

19. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Courtyard by 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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