The Best Hotels Closest to Houston Zoo in Houston for 2026

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A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and large windows.

A modern building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit patio area.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a courtyard with outdoor seating.

1. Hotel Saint Augustine

Montrose, 2.5 km from Houston Zoo

Jacqueline

₩428,477

₩504,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A large, multi-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a red umbrella.

A spacious hallway with a checkered floor, elegant chandeliers, and a large mirror.

A pool area with a built-in jacuzzi, outdoor furniture, and a balcony with a railing.

A spacious room with large windows, a green armchair, a patterned rug, and a classic clock.

2. Houston Towers Inn Downtown Museum District Med. Ctr NRG - Adults Only

1.9 km from Houston Zoo

Walter

₩277,587

₩344,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and indoor plants.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a chessboard.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, hanging plants, and bar stools.

A modern building with a prominent 'InterContinental' sign, large windows, and a flag display.

3. InterContinental Houston by IHG

Texas Medical Center, 1.4 km from Houston Zoo

Luke

₩218,583

₩282,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk with a chair, a large mirror, and a chandelier.

A high-rise hotel with a rooftop pool, multiple floors, and a city skyline in the background.

4. Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

1.2 km from Houston Zoo

Madiha

₩281,449

₩390,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a changing room area, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a glass entrance canopy, large windows, and a landscaped area with trees.

5. Residence Inn By Marriott Houston Medical Center Reliant Park

Texas Medical Center, 3 km from Houston Zoo

Amanda

₩216,035

₩252,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with round wooden tables and wicker chairs, featuring a lantern and modern lighting fixtures.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool.

A modern grocery store with a variety of products, including snacks, beverages, and fresh produce.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, orange ottoman, and a large TV screen.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center, TX

Texas Medical Center, 1.2 km from Houston Zoo

Shatara

₩141,851

₩165,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A grand staircase with a green garland and golden bows, flanked by wooden paneling and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern pool table with a clear view of the pool area and a large window overlooking a pool.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a wooden accent wall.

A bar area with a variety of bottles, a bartender, and patrons seated at tables.

7. La Colombe d'Or Hotel

Montrose, 3.1 km from Houston Zoo

Roxy Dongmien

₩568,785

₩665,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, a long bar area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A modern hotel room with a grey sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a cityscape view.

8. Hyatt House Houston Medical Center

Texas Medical Center, 2.1 km from Houston Zoo

Debra

₩169,413

₩199,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a tall building at night.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and city views.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden flooring, contemporary chairs, and illuminated ceiling panels.

9. The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

Texas Medical Center, 1.1 km from Houston Zoo

Matthew

₩215,432

₩268,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop pool area, featuring a modern design and multiple balconies.

10. Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center

Texas Medical Center, 2.1 km from Houston Zoo

Dominie

₩169,413

₩199,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by buildings.

A dining area with a table set for two, a potted plant, and a view into the living room.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, orange ottomans, a round coffee table, and a large TV screen.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX

Texas Medical Center, 1.2 km from Houston Zoo

Brad

₩181,236

₩212,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A high-rise hotel with a rooftop pool, multiple floors, and a cityscape view.

A modern interior with large windows, multiple tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, a glass facade, and a parking garage.

A spacious gym with large windows, weightlifting equipment, and a concrete floor.

12. Sentral Forme Houston

1.3 km from Houston Zoo

Keeshaun

₩240,039

₩320,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A spacious lobby with plush seating, a marble coffee table, and a grand chandelier.

A modern bar area with a sign reading "BLOSSOM Houston" and a variety of liquor bottles. There are plush seating arrangements and a decorative fountain in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Texas Medical Center, 1.8 km from Houston Zoo

Rebecca

₩207,828

₩243,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern restaurant with a bar area, featuring a patterned floor, multiple dining tables, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract wall mural.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a round table. A decorative wall with vertical elements is visible.

14. Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Texas Medical Center, 1 km from Houston Zoo

John

₩228,104

₩310,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel bar stools, a black refrigerator, and white cabinetry.

A modern two-story building with a covered outdoor area and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A wooden deck with white chairs and a yellow stool, a metal staircase, and a potted plant.

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, featuring bowls of cereal and fruit.

15. Modern B & B

Montrose, 2.9 km from Houston Zoo

LISA

₩167,625

₩196,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden stools, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a TV, a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a sign that reads "SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT."

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish and a sloped design, situated in a hotel lobby with a geometric wall design and a sign indicating the hotel name 'Marriott Bonvoy'.

16. SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

Astrodome, 2.9 km from Houston Zoo

Ruth

₩140,430

₩164,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a menu board above the counter.

A GoBoard® displaying the time, weather, and news.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A hotel pool area with a bar, seating, and a view of the building's exterior.

17. Courtyard By Marriott Houston Medical Center Reliant Park

2.9 km from Houston Zoo

Jorge

₩137,587

₩162,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, fire pits, and a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a pool.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and decorative wall art.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.

18. Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Texas Medical Center, 1.2 km from Houston Zoo

Marvin

₩145,901

₩172,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, a cityscape view, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles. There are bar stools and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A covered walkway with arches and columns, leading to a building with a red roof.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

Texas Medical Center, 1.5 km from Houston Zoo

Danny

₩174,840

₩204,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a chandelier, and a television on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

The exterior of Hampton Inn & Suites with a clear sky and palm trees.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park

Texas Medical Center, 2.3 km from Houston Zoo

Richard

₩147,041

₩172,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Houston Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Saint Augustine	9.6 Exceptional 180 reviews	View
Houston Towers Inn Downtown Museum District Med. Ctr NRG - Adults Only	9.6 Exceptional 221 reviews	View
InterContinental Houston by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Houston Medical Center Reliant Park	9.4 Exceptional 592 reviews	View

Top Houston Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"They do have a happy hour. I loved the clean rooms. You do have to pay for parking which I did not like the price of but overall everything else was nice. I would rate them a 9 out of 10 only because of parking price. 50 dollar deposit per night of your stay."

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

10/10 Excellent

"Great value stay always enjoy"

Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Hyatt House Houston Medical Center

8/10 Good

"Room was partly clean. Dirty dishes left in dishwasher. Floors were partially clean. Bathroom was clean. Carpets could use a deep clean. Bed linens were very used, probably need to be replaced."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX

10/10 Excellent

"Hilton Home2Suites is a beautiful hotel that has very spacious, clean rooms. The complementary breakfast has a wide variety of items to choose from and consisted of eggs, sausage, cereal, fruits, and bagels."

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

10/10 Excellent

"Always appreciate staying at this property when visiting MD Anderson - the staff is excellent, rooms are great, and the shuttle is especially helpful"

The Whitehall Houston

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing and very helpful. Valet parking is a must and was excellent. Close to many places downtown. Can walk to them. Rooms were great."

InterContinental Houston by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean, nice large rooms."

Other attractions near Houston Zoo

A statue of a man on horseback on a pedestal with steps leading up to it, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

Hermann Park

9.4/10 (13 reviews)

This expansive green space in the heart of the city offers places for exercising and relaxing, as well as a zoo and the Museum of Natural Science.

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A museum with dinosaur skeletons on display.

Houston Natural Science Museum

9.2/10 (1,036 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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A child interacting with chicks at a table with newspapers and a red feeder.

Children's Museum of Houston

8.8/10 (495 reviews)

You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.

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An art gallery with wooden floors and walls, featuring several framed paintings.

Houston Museum of Fine Arts

9.4/10 (258 reviews)

Architecturally stunning and filled with pieces by renowned artists of the world, this museum is a must-see for art lovers.

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Miller Outdoor Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Miller Outdoor Theater during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

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Health Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Health Museum in Houston. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Tudor Fieldhouse

Catch an event at Tudor Fieldhouse during your trip to Houston.

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Reckling Park

Catch an event at Reckling Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Houston Zoo?

Houston Zoo is located in an area of Houston known for its top museums and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 117 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Houston Zoo?

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Houston Zoo. Other good options within a short distance include Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center and The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Houston Zoo?

Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Houston Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Houston Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Houston Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Houston Zoo?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Houston Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Houston Zoo?

Study the collections at Houston Natural Science Museum, Houston Museum of Fine Arts, or Menil Collection. Explore landmarks like Reliant Park, Eldorado Ballroom, and Freedmenstown. You can check out the local talent at Main Street Theater - Rice Village, House of Blues Houston, and Jesse H. Jones Hall.

How can I get to Houston Zoo?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Houston Zoo is simple. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Palm Center Transit Center, MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station, and UH South/University Oaks Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Kinder Station or M. D. Anderson Station.

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Our top choices for Houston Zoo hotels

1. Hotel Saint Augustine

2. Houston Towers Inn Downtown Museum District Med. Ctr NRG - Adults Only

3. InterContinental Houston by IHG

4. Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

5. Residence Inn By Marriott Houston Medical Center Reliant Park

6. Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center, TX

7. La Colombe d'Or Hotel

8. Hyatt House Houston Medical Center

9. The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

10. Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX

12. Sentral Forme Houston

13. Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

14. Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

15. Modern B & B

16. SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

17. Courtyard By Marriott Houston Medical Center Reliant Park

18. Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park

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Top Houston Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area by IHG

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown

Hyatt House Houston Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

The Whitehall Houston

InterContinental Houston by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park

Other attractions near Houston Zoo

Hermann Park

Houston Natural Science Museum

Children's Museum of Houston

Houston Museum of Fine Arts

Miller Outdoor Theater

Health Museum

Tudor Fieldhouse

Reckling Park

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