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A sign with the text 'It only takes a spark' and a yellow star, a glass door leading to an interior space, and a yellow chair.

A gym with various exercise machines, a television, and a green wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a window.

1. Spark by Hilton Watertown

2.5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Kris

₩122,236

₩135,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and weight machines.

A lobby with a patterned sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a wall-mounted mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a sunlit interior.

2. Best Western Watertown Fort Drum

2.5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

"There were no coffee makers or microwaves in the room. They were getting new refrigerators but they weren't in yet but for some reason they took out the Best Western refrigerators without waiting for the new ones to come. This hotel is no longer a Best Western, instead it is Spark by Hilton. There is no longer a hot breakfast. Instead they have a bagel bar. The bagel bar was good if you like bagels. Aside from that, there was oatmeal some cereal and a machine that spit out vanilla yogurt....

Robert

₩122,256

₩135,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television mounted on the wall.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a no diving sign, and a lifeguard chair.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to Watertown" sign, framed pictures, and a "Hilton Honors" sign.

3. Hampton Inn Watertown

4.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Wanda

₩165,876

₩184,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A Ramada hotel entrance with a clear sky, a red awning, and two potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and two lamps.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A gazebo with a white railing and a tiled roof, surrounded by grass and potted plants.

4. Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

5.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Easter

₩101,780

₩112,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, green upholstered chairs, a round white table, and a beige sofa.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool with a changing room, sun loungers, and a hot tub area.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall with a tree branch pattern, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown Thousand Islands

5.1 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Melanie

₩184,319

₩204,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a coffee station with various coffee makers and containers.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a sunbed area.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

4.8 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Krystle

₩162,744

₩180,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a picture on the wall.

A reception area with a Days Inn sign, two blue armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A Days Inn hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A pair of white front-loading washers in a laundry room with a tiled floor.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

9.7 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

William

₩120,349

₩133,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A gazebo with a stone fire pit in the center, surrounded by outdoor seating and a brick pathway.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden beams, and a reception desk.

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a high-roofed pavilion, and a view of the Hilton Garden Inn hotel in the background.

A hotel pool area with multiple hot tubs, a reception desk, and seating areas.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

5.3 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Jeremy

₩180,154

₩199,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A motel with a 'Budget' sign, a visible office, and several parked cars.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a toilet.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

9. Allen's Budget Motel

9.1 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Doug

₩82,056

₩91,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A modern building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, and a tiled floor.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee machine, a fresh juice dispenser, and a breakfast bar.

10. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

8.7 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Nicole

₩119,508

₩132,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, and a TV.

A hotel with a prominent "CANDLEWOOD SUITES" sign, a parking lot, and a building with a mix of red and blue facades.

A gym with treadmills, a weight machine, and a red exercise ball.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a patterned rug.

11. Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

9.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Vanessa

₩180,523

₩200,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside lamp, air conditioning unit, and a mounted TV displaying a streaming service interface.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome Centre' sign, a window with blinds, and a tiled floor.

A building with a red exterior and a covered parking area.

A Nest Inn sign, a parking area, and a building with a red exterior.

12. Nest Inn

5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Debbie

₩81,782

₩98,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a television on a stand.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, a fruit bowl, and a bread display.

A building with a flat roof and a parking lot in front.

A hallway with a painting of a lighthouse, two upholstered chairs, a wooden console table with a vase of flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

13. Harbor House Inn

18.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Jeanne

₩296,017

₩344,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a black leather sofa, a bed, a desk with a computer, and a television.

A building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a clear sky.

A picnic table with a wooden bench, a metal pole, and a trash bin.

A vending machine with various snacks and drinks.

14. Travel Inn

4.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Trina

₩84,928

₩94,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A wooden exterior door with a glass panel, a stone step, and a metal doormat.

A hotel reception area with a white door, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the Royal Inn Office.

A staircase with wooden handrails leading to an upper floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

15. Royal Inn Motel

8.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Susan

₩84,449

₩93,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, red walls, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A wooden desk with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a coffee maker.

A building with a sign reading "Adirondack Efficiencies."

16. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

4.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Kimberley M

₩94,967

₩105,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Compare popular hotels close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Spark by Hilton Watertown	7.8 Good 58 reviews	View
Best Western Watertown Fort Drum	4.0 1 review	View
Hampton Inn Watertown	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY	8.0 Very Good 1,104 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown Thousand Islands	9.2 Wonderful 760 reviews	View

Top New York State Zoo at Thompson Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean just a little smell of cigarettes"

Allen's Budget Motel

8/10 Good

"We were upgraded to a family room with two queen beds, and lots of space for our luggage. Although dated, the room and bathroom were clean. It was quiet at night, with no road noise. The outside security lights were very bright, and I would’ve liked black out curtains to block the light. The staff were very helpful with directions and information."

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

8/10 Good

"Everything was good the only was bad for us was the t.v. we can't see TV shows or Netflix."

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

8/10 Good

"Older facilities but clean Terrific value!!! No breakfast but checkingout before. 6 so didn't need it"

Spark by Hilton Watertown

8/10 Good

"Bathroom toilet could have been cleaner"

Harbor House Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room and bath, very comfortable bed, and generous, convenient breakfast bar!"

Royal Inn Motel

8/10 Good

"Good"

Nest Inn

8/10 Good

"I remember this building before it was rehabbed. They did a nice job. The room was very good and clean. The bathroom was clean but had some issues. The toilet seat was broke ( one of the bolts), the faucet on sink and tub were very loose - had to hold them so turn them in. Had to figure out the shower at 3:30am - the hot water only works in the middle not the extreme hot setting as indicated and where I placed it to get the hot water. So my bathtub filled up with cold water because it drained extremely slow. The lever to plug the drain did not work - actually came right out of the fixture! So yeah, stepping into a tub filled with cold water to take a shower was not pleasant. As a side note - they dont offer, or there was none in my bathroom a small bar of soap or shampoo. If you need a hair dryer you need to request it from the front desk. I'd stay there again for an inexpensive alternative for one night to catch an early morning flight."

Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

Other attractions near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Thompson Park

8.6/10 (109 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Thompson Park, a lovely green space in Watertown. Experience the area's entertainment venues or attend a sporting event.

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Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library

8.2/10 (42 reviews)

Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Jefferson County Historical Society

8.8/10 (13 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Jefferson County Historical Society, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York

7.4/10 (23 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Dry Hill Ski Area

7.2/10 (33 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Dry Hill Ski Area during your trip to Watertown. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Burrville Cider Mill

7.6/10 (53 reviews)

You can take time to visit Burrville Cider Mill during your travels to Watertown. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Kostyk Field

7.2/10 (19 reviews)

Kostyk Field is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Regal Salmon Run

You can take time to visit Regal Salmon Run during your travels to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

New York State Zoo at Thompson Park is located in a welcoming area of Watertown that travelers like for its sporting events and historic landmarks. You'll find 38 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park. Other good choices within a few miles include Spark by Hilton Watertown and Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands.

How many hotels are there close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Jefferson County Historical Society and Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Thompson Park and Kostyk Field. Dry Hill Ski Area, Burrville Cider Mill, and Regal Salmon Run are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for New York State Zoo at Thompson Park hotels

1. Spark by Hilton Watertown

2. Best Western Watertown Fort Drum

3. Hampton Inn Watertown

4. Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown Thousand Islands

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

8. Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

9. Allen's Budget Motel

10. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

11. Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

12. Nest Inn

13. Harbor House Inn

14. Travel Inn

15. Royal Inn Motel

16. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Compare popular hotels close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Top New York State Zoo at Thompson Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

Allen's Budget Motel

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Spark by Hilton Watertown

Harbor House Inn

Royal Inn Motel

Nest Inn

Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

Other attractions near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Thompson Park

Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library

Jefferson County Historical Society

Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York

Dry Hill Ski Area

Burrville Cider Mill

Kostyk Field

Regal Salmon Run

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