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A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.
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.
A large outdoor sign with a prominent 'T' on a grassy area.

1. Inn of Knoxville

Inn of Knoxville
1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Cameron
₩91,713
₩108,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Inn of Knoxville
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.
A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.
A hotel lobby with a dining area, a television mounted on the wall, and a potted plant on the table.
A snack display with various packaged treats and a sign indicating the section.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Deborah
₩161,281
₩190,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.
A grand staircase with a decorative wall at the top, flanked by tall columns and modern lighting fixtures.
A modern lounge area with seating and tables, large windows offering a city view.
A modern lobby with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

3. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Maricica Macy
₩229,046
₩270,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.
A hotel with a modern design, outdoor seating, and a landscaped area with a central tree.
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.

4. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Christine
₩188,387
₩222,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
A modern interior with large windows, wooden ceiling beams, and yellow chairs.
A modern hallway with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a landscaped area with trees.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Bing
₩170,656
₩201,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
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.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Sandra
₩161,010
₩190,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
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 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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East
Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Edward
₩120,757
₩142,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East
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 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.

8. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo
₩89,463
₩105,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
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 reception area with a modern design, including a blue geometric wall pattern, a reception desk, and a snack shelf.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a map mural, and a TV.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG
Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Eileen
₩196,519
₩232,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG
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 hotel room with a sofa, a desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

10. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Comfort Suites Knoxville North
Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Kristen
₩142,849
₩168,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Comfort Suites Knoxville North
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.
A convenience store with refrigerated sections, shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and a display of hats and merchandise.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike, and various weights.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by white and blue walls, and furnished with orange and black chairs.

11. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Hampton Inn Knoxville East
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Jotham
₩174,563
₩206,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn Knoxville East
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and ceiling lights.

12. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Nancy
₩158,557
₩187,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
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.
An outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a round table.

13. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
DAVID
₩142,144
₩168,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
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 room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

14. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Emanuel
₩97,568
₩115,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites
A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".
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.
A modern meeting room with wooden tables, benches, and green carpeting.

15. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
GREG
₩121,137
₩143,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a wall of wooden lockers.
A restaurant with a brick wall, blue velvet chairs, and a chandelier.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large wooden bookshelf filled with decorative items.
A bar area with multiple stools, a brick wall, and a shelf with vintage sewing machines.

16. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Downtown Knoxville, 5.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Miranda
₩217,729
₩257,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and a wooden reception desk.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white brick backsplash, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest
Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
warren
₩172,530
₩204,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest
A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.
A restaurant interior with booths and tables, a brick wall, and large windows.
A spacious living area with a blue armchair, a yellow armchair, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the room has wooden flooring and a large rug.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a wooden floor. There are two yellow armchairs, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

18. The Oliver Hotel

The Oliver Hotel
Downtown Knoxville, 4.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
lisa
₩215,028
₩254,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Oliver Hotel
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 Holiday Inn entrance sign and building facade.

19. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo
United States
Colleen
₩140,621
₩166,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good
"I don't know about you but I expect either a smart TV I can beam my phone to, or movie channels. This hotel has neither. I don't want to sign into my Netflix or Prime accounts on hotel TVs. Otherwise, this hotel is nicely situated between the university and Market Square/Downtown"
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good
"Rooms are large and comfortable. Basic amenities and very light breakfast available. Sufficient for a couple days. Good location to highway and close to downtown."
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

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10.0/10 (1 review)
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Beck Cultural Exchange Center

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Mabry-Hazen House

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Haley Heritage Square

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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

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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 9 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 9 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?
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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.