The Best Hotels Closest to Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle for 2026

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A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and decorative iron balconies.

A modern outdoor seating area with wooden walls and a glass enclosure, featuring multiple tables and chairs.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with wooden bar counters, black cushioned bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

1. Hotel Ballard

2.4 km from Woodland Park Zoo

ashley

₩391,375

₩454,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a glass door leading to a dining area.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a tiled wall, and a large glass door leading to the lobby.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District

University District, 2.7 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Brandon

₩153,891

₩178,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk. The room has large windows offering a view of the city.

A Pineapple Cafe with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A row of yellow bicycles parked outside a building with large windows and a metal sculpture of a dog.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are decorative branches and a colorful mural on the wall.

3. Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

University District, 2.7 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Kyle

₩142,419

₩203,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with a desk, television, sofa, and a dining table.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a whiteboard, and a door with a sign.

An indoor swimming pool with a diving board, chairs, and a lifeguard station.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a coffee maker. There is a small island with a sink and a chair with orange cushions.

4. Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

Fremont, 1.5 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Lora

₩200,324

₩231,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A garden with a water feature, a wooden fence, and flowering plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a built-in washing machine, a dining area with a white table, and a decorative floral arrangement on the wall.

A living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a white vase with flowers, and a large window with a view of greenery.

5. STAYOO SUITES-Seattle Secret Garden

2.3 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Scott

₩189,419

₩349,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern kitchen with a wooden table, white cushioned benches, a pineapple, and a flat-screen TV.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

A modern loft bedroom with a wooden staircase, a bed, and a desk area.

A modern staircase with wooden steps and black railings, leading to an upper level with a white wall and a skylight.

6. Birdhouse on GreenLake

Green Lake, 1 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Xenica

₩134,469

₩283,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A narrow hallway with brick walls, a red door, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A red door with a sign reading "College Inn" above it.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, stove, oven, and refrigerator. There is a wooden countertop and a sink.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, red chairs, a TV on a stand, and a kitchen in the background.

7. College Inn Hotel

University District, 3.2 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Brenda

₩103,426

₩119,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

A laundry room with two washing machines, a window with blinds, and a small decorative vase on a shelf.

A two-story residential building with a brick facade, a flat roof, and a front entrance with a door and windows.

A hallway with a framed artwork, a small framed picture, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Ballard's sweet suites

2.1 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Matthew

₩84,043

₩159,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden countertop.

A single-story house with a gabled roof, a chimney, and a front porch.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted artwork, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. There is a wooden bench and a small table with a laptop.

9. Phinneywood Basement Hideaway - Zoo meets Lake

0.6 km from Woodland Park Zoo

David

₩121,017

₩266,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A compact kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, and a wooden countertop.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and brick walls.

A wooden staircase with metal railings leading to a lower level.

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, metal railings, and a series of hanging lights.

10. Hotel Hotel Hostel

Fremont, 1.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Jude

₩97,632

₩112,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A two-story house with a red door, a small front porch, and a number 2613 on the front.

An aerial view of a residential area with a green sports field, surrounded by trees and houses.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bright yellow dining table.

A bedroom with Star Wars-themed pillows, a window with a view of greenery, and a compact refrigerator.

11. Luke's Jedi Meditation Chamber

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Christopher

₩83,207

₩158,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A rooftop terrace with wooden tables and chairs, offering a panoramic view of a city and mountains.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A modern bar with large windows offering a city view.

A lobby with two sofas facing a central coffee table, flanked by tall lamps and a bookshelf with decorative items.

12. Graduate by Hilton Seattle

University District, 2.8 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Kristina

₩170,361

₩217,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel with a prominent 'UNIVERSITY' sign, a covered parking area, and a street view with cars and trees.

A hotel reception area with a red and black counter, a glass display case with various items, and a pineapple artwork on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a digital information board, a red chair, and a lamp.

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

13. Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle

University District, 2.7 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Christoph

₩147,797

₩201,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A motel sign with the name "Marco Polo Motel" and a vintage car with a red and gold emblem parked in front.

A two-story motel with a brick facade, a central entrance, and a parking lot.

A room with a desk, computer, lamp, and a display of travel brochures.

A parking lot with several cars, a building with a beige facade, and a clear sky.

14. Marco Polo Motel

Fremont, 1.3 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Lenore

₩97,257

₩112,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern lobby with a black and white patterned sofa, a black chandelier, and a large mirror on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two hot tubs, and a tiled floor.

A storefront with a sign for Ballard Inn, featuring large windows and a visible interior with a sofa and fruit bowl.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by walls with a tiled pattern and a greenish hue.

15. Ballard Inn

2.4 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Jason

₩204,595

₩236,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a bed, white pillows, a yellow blanket, a window, a desk with a computer, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hallway with white walls, a wooden floor, and a door at the end.

16. Palpatine Sith Lord Suite

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Rebecca

₩75,639

₩149,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a wall with a quote and a character illustration.

17. Yoda's Swamp Suite

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Madeline

₩75,639

₩149,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a poster on the wall, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. Darth Vader's Death Star Suite

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Kaleb

₩75,651

₩149,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

19. Solo's Smuggler Suite

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Syed Hashim Ali

₩75,639

₩149,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a window with blinds, a framed movie poster, a coffee maker, and a black refrigerator.

A laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, a white wall, and a wooden floor.

20. Leia's Rebel Princess Suite

2.9 km from Woodland Park Zoo

Daryl

₩75,646

₩149,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Woodland Park Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Ballard	9.6 Exceptional 616 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle	9.4 Exceptional 1,201 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
STAYOO SUITES-Seattle Secret Garden	9.2 Wonderful 40 reviews	View

Top Woodland Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Paramount Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk staff were helpful with directions. Too bad the dining room was closed. Breakfast the next morning was wildly over priced"

Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the pineapple theme"

Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and the room is quite comfortable and spacious. Good breakfast."

Graduate by Hilton Seattle

10/10 Excellent

"Super close and convenient to the University. This is my go-to location when I have seminars."

Ballard's sweet suites

10/10 Excellent

"To be completely Honest my wife and I were extremely pleased to find the Ballard Sweet Suites. This is the kind of place that deserves a Five Star review. I would love to give a Better review than that, but we are trying to keep this place a Secret."

Luke's Jedi Meditation Chamber

8/10 Good

"The location is great, Vince was very kind and communicative,"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Woodland Park Zoo?

Woodland Park Zoo is located in a vibrant area of Seattle known for its popular zoo and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 175 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Woodland Park Zoo?

Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Woodland Park Zoo. Another good option is Marco Polo Motel, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Woodland Park Zoo?

Expedia has 175 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Woodland Park Zoo.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Woodland Park Zoo.

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

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What can I see and do near Woodland Park Zoo?

Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, National Nordic Museum, and Museum of Pop Culture feature captivating exhibits. Pike Place Market, Ballard Locks Fish Ladder, and Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can watch performances at Seattle Center, Neptune Theater, and Pacific Northwest Ballet if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Woodland Park Zoo hotels

1. Hotel Ballard

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District

3. Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

4. Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

5. STAYOO SUITES-Seattle Secret Garden

6. Birdhouse on GreenLake

7. College Inn Hotel

8. Ballard's sweet suites

9. Phinneywood Basement Hideaway - Zoo meets Lake

10. Hotel Hotel Hostel

11. Luke's Jedi Meditation Chamber

12. Graduate by Hilton Seattle

13. Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle

14. Marco Polo Motel

15. Ballard Inn

16. Palpatine Sith Lord Suite

17. Yoda's Swamp Suite

18. Darth Vader's Death Star Suite

19. Solo's Smuggler Suite

20. Leia's Rebel Princess Suite

Compare popular hotels close to Woodland Park Zoo

Top Woodland Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Paramount Hotel

Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

Graduate by Hilton Seattle

Ballard's sweet suites

Luke's Jedi Meditation Chamber

Other attractions near Woodland Park Zoo

Wallingford Center

Woodland Park and Rose Garden

Green Lake Aqua Theater

Green Lake Small Craft Center

Fremont Abbey Arts Center

Substation Seattle

Green Lake

Good Shepherd Center

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