The Best Hotels Closest to Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

₩91,930

₩108,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

2. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Barbie

₩127,371

₩150,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

3. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Adam

₩185,797

₩219,712 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

4. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

₩139,382

₩164,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

David

₩148,960

₩176,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

6. The Oliver Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Alison

₩169,133

₩199,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

7. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Ashley

₩115,853

₩136,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

₩172,937

₩204,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

9. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Franklin L.

₩89,675

₩106,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Parlor, King Murphy Bed and Sofa Bed | Living area | 65-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

10. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 4.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Joy

₩188,451

₩222,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

11. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Richard

₩127,852

₩151,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

12. 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

₩191,090

₩225,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Billy

₩165,194

₩195,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

14. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nancy

₩158,931

₩187,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

15. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Emanuel

₩97,798

₩115,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

16. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sergio

₩191,090

₩225,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

₩121,042

₩143,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

18. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

aaron

₩173,725

₩205,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Suite, 2 Queen Beds & Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

19. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Grant

₩120,978

₩143,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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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 1,004 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,091 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Knoxville North	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room for a reasonable price!"

Hilton Knoxville

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel in downtown knoxville. Parking is pricey, but you can park in The Locust street Public parking deck, which is one street over, for a quarter the price. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Venue is well maintained and in a nice central location in downtown knoxville. My only problem was about 3:30 In the morning, the fan on the air conditioner started making a horrendous noise and it made it very hard to sleep even with earplug in. If I wasn't preparing to leave in the next couple hours, I probably would have asked to move rooms, but by the time I moved rooms, it'd be time for me to pack up, start heading out. I did inform staff checkout and they said they would have someone look into it."

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was good overall!"

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"It was ok in cleaning, breakfast is granola bars and muffins with coffee that’s what you get in this price"

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 McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture 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. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

4. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

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

6. The Oliver Hotel

7. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

9. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

10. Hilton Knoxville

11. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

12. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

14. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

15. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

16. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

18. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

19. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Hilton Knoxville

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

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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