The Best Hotels Closest to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium in Pittsburgh for 2026

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A double door with a stone frame and a decorative arch above it.

A restaurant with a herringbone floor, large windows, and a central seating area with orange booths and tables.

A room with a large window, a round table, and a blue cushioned bench.

A wooden staircase with intricate metal railings and marble steps.

1. The Maverick by Kasa

2.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Jessica

₩96,914

₩110,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A rooftop lounge with a stone fire pit, cushioned seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, a stainless steel elevator, and a large window allowing natural light.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

3 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

ijeoma

₩213,183

₩243,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a nightstand.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring floral centerpieces and a champagne bottle.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and string lights, leading to a building entrance.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outside.

3. Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG

2.4 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

sean

₩165,240

₩188,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a countertop with fruits and a basket.

A spacious living area with hardwood flooring, a large patterned rug, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

An aerial view of a large house with a well-maintained lawn, a fenced yard, and a visible driveway.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, a window with curtains, and a desk with a chair.

4. Oakmont Inn

10 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Jennifer

₩379,854

₩433,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and a red awning.

A historic red brick building with a prominent central entrance, large windows, and a cross on top.

A hotel room with two armchairs, a sofa, a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a view of a city skyline at dusk.

5. The Priory Hotel

East Allegheny, 7.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

JOHN

₩182,991

₩208,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with curtains, a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A brick building with a wooden door labeled "Southside Traveler's Rest."

A room with a sofa, a bed, a framed painting, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

6. Traveler's Rest Hotel

South Side Flats, 8.8 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Teri

₩123,596

₩140,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A building with a large illuminated number '424' sign, a metal awning, and a brick facade.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two yellow side tables, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small wooden TV stand.

A hallway with a round table and chairs, a door, and a dark wall.

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

7. 424 Gold Way-Apt. 302

4.4 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Kai

₩203,096

₩316,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A ceiling with a grid of windows and a white ceiling panel.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a black and white patterned pillow in a room with white walls and a wooden headboard.

A bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and a towel rack.

8. 424-Apt. 403

4.4 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Laurence

₩148,716

₩255,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small wooden table, a desk with a chair, a standing lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a wall-mounted sign for Holiday Inn Express, a reception desk, and a decorative panel with geometric patterns.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh - Monroeville by IHG

13 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

John

₩155,389

₩177,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A pool area with a 5 ft depth sign, a pool ladder, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a small dining area with stools.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville/Wilkins

10.9 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Brenda

₩180,387

₩205,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a polished floor, a grey sofa, and a white door with text.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink, and a mirror.

A large aquarium with various fish and coral decorations.

A hallway with a glass door entrance, a vending machine, and a wall decorated with various photographs.

11. Melwood Suites Unit 107 Studio

4.3 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Lisa

₩146,842

₩252,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a sofa, and a large painting on the wall.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Harmarville

9.5 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Joseph

₩172,263

₩196,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a clock on the wall.

A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton building with a prominent sign, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and beverages, a hanging t-shirt, and a refrigerated display case.

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a grill area.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville

9.5 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Gary B.

₩170,500

₩194,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, dishwasher, and a sink. There's a gray sofa in the adjacent living area, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, a welcome sign, a reception desk, and a coffee station.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of a red brick building.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

Strip District, 7.4 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Michelle

₩190,825

₩217,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large cityscape mural, and a seating area with a railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, two framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and booths, a large cityscape mural on the wall, and a high ceiling with decorative moldings.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a sunlit ceiling.

15. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 7.9 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

martin

₩176,242

₩200,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with televisions, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a large window offering a scenic view of a lake and hills. There is a sofa set and a small coffee table with a remote control on it.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window offering a city view, a unique ceiling design, and a seating area.

A bar with a glass of iced drink with a lemon slice and straw, and shelves of bottles in the background.

16. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

9.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

angelina

₩182,991

₩208,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

The entrance of the Hotel Monaco with a grand facade, a receptionist at the entrance, and a statue of a dog on the right.

A luxurious living room with a fireplace, plush blue sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A rooftop terrace with round tables and chairs, string lights, and a city view.

A lobby with a yellow sofa, a chandelier, and birdcage decorations.

17. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh by IHG

Downtown Pittsburgh, 8.1 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Damion

₩314,851

₩358,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A staircase with patterned carpet, a metal handrail, and a wooden floor leading to a door with a stained glass window.

A restaurant with wooden paneled walls, a large mirror, and red curtains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

A courtyard with a brick building, a tree, and a stone table.

18. Villagio Boutique Hotel

Allegheny-West, 9.1 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

renee

₩156,932

₩178,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a 'Connect & Print' station.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a wooden floor.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a leather armchair.

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North/McCandless Crossing

North Side, 12.8 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Melissa

₩190,719

₩217,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern rooftop lounge with large windows, blue seating, and a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a bar area, and a patterned floor.

A modern living room with a dark wood floor, a sectional sofa with decorative pillows, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

5.3 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Sidharth

₩358,020

₩408,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Maverick by Kasa	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG	8.0 Very good 1,005 reviews	View
Oakmont Inn	10.0 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
The Priory Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

8/10 Good

"This is a beautiful hotel. I just have one issue, I stayed in the junior suite on the 22nd floor is was great room, other than me hearing the neighbor guest coming in going. The walls were so thin their door was by my headboard, I can hear every time the door opened and closed."

TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

10/10 Excellent

"They ended the trip with superior service and added value. The staff truly dialed up and took care of the customers. Definitely will return."

Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, wonderful staff and very reasonable prices"

The Inn on Negley

10/10 Excellent

"This was the second time that I stayed at The Inn on Negley, and once again it was an incredible experience. The staff were warm and welcoming, with a special shout out to Eva. Her enthusiasm and hospitality was the highlight of our stay, and I can’t thank her enough for everything. We can’t wait to return!"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean staff was very helpful and breakfast was excellent."

Mansions on Fifth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel!"

Other attractions near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

This path winds its way through the center of Pittsburgh and ventures into the leafy suburbs filled with parks and football fields.

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Bayernhof Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bayernhof Museum during your trip to Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Pittsburgh Glass Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Pittsburgh Glass Center in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Kelly Strayhorn Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Kelly Strayhorn Theater during your stay in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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East Liberty Presbyterian Church

After visiting East Liberty Presbyterian Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Bakery Square

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bakery Square during your stay in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Center for PostNatural History

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Center for PostNatural History during your travels in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Gallerie CHIZ

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gallerie CHIZ during your trip to Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is located in a vibrant area of Pittsburgh known for its beautiful river views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 28 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

The Maverick by Kasa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG and Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Mellon Park, The Frick Pittsburgh, and Heinz Memorial Chapel to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Kelly Strayhorn Theater, Manor Theatre, and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

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Our top choices for Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium hotels

1. The Maverick by Kasa

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

3. Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG

4. Oakmont Inn

5. The Priory Hotel

6. Traveler's Rest Hotel

7. 424 Gold Way-Apt. 302

8. 424-Apt. 403

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh - Monroeville by IHG

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville/Wilkins

11. Melwood Suites Unit 107 Studio

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Harmarville

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

15. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

16. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

17. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh by IHG

18. Villagio Boutique Hotel

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh North/McCandless Crossing

20. The Oaklander Hotel, Autograph Collection

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Top Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

The Inn on Negley

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

Mansions on Fifth Hotel

Other attractions near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

Bayernhof Museum

Pittsburgh Glass Center

Kelly Strayhorn Theater

East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Bakery Square

Center for PostNatural History

Gallerie CHIZ

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