The Best Hotels Closest to Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious bar area with a large TV screen, a fireplace, and a wine rack.

A modern bar area with a black marble column, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, a TV, and a kitchenette area.

1. Highpoint Hotel

University Heights, 1 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Randell J

£106

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large, two-story building with a stone facade and multiple windows, illuminated by warm lighting.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide, a large umbrella structure, and a frog-shaped water feature.

2. Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Claudine

£121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A deck with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a body of water.

A reception area with a herringbone-patterned wall, a reception desk, and seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass entrance canopy and a brick facade.

3. Hyatt Place Sioux Falls South

Mall District, 1.4 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Catherine

£98

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red sign, a covered entrance, and stone pillars.

A snack and beverage display area with various snacks and drinks.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a tiled deck and seating areas.

4. Hampton Inn Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.2 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Derrick

£93

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A patio with wicker chairs and a round table with a fire pit.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

An indoor swimming pool with two lanes, safety railings, and lounge chairs.

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center

University Heights, 1.2 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Ross

£103

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a sunroof.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.8 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Kathy

£82

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a window with a view of greenery.

A golf course with a clear path, trees, and a golf cart.

A hotel room with a microwave, coffee maker, TV, desk, chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Sioux Falls - Airport by IHG

Northwest Sioux Falls, 2 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Heather

£107

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with a bar stool.

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

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a brown patterned sofa, a desk with a chair, a small wooden chest, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a pergola.

8. Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

Mall District, 1.2 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Teresa

£108

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a patterned rug.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee table.

A modern living room with grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wooden wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, a refrigerator, a small table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

9. Candlewood Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

Mall District, 1.4 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Camilla

£91

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a wooden railing, chairs, and tables.

A traditional room with wooden paneling, a sofa, armchairs, a patterned rug, and stained glass windows.

A small pond with a waterfall, surrounded by rocks and plants.

A two-story house with a front porch, a central entrance, and a small garden area.

10. Historic Victorian Inn

Cathedral, 1.7 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Jackie

£101

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a computer station.

A snack and beverage display with various brands and products.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sioux Falls At Empire Mall by IHG

Mall District, 1.2 mi from Great Plains Zoo

John

£88

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern bistro with a curved counter, multiple menu boards, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden cabinet, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a street lamp.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.8 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Cheryl

£81

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel with Springhill Suites and Courtyard by Marriott signage, featuring a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a dining area, and a television.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, television, and a coffee machine.

A reception area with a green leaf mural, a blue counter, and a snack shelf.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.8 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Jeffrey

£74

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors, and a variety of amenities including a bar and dining space.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a desk.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

14. Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel & Convention Center

Northwest Sioux Falls, 1.9 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Joan

£89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

15. My Place Hotel - Sioux Falls, SD

Mall District, 1.5 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Patrick

£82

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a building with multiple windows.

A modern dining area with a counter, bar, and seating.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a basketball hoop, and potted plants.

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.1 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Jerry

£83

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, a large mirror, and a clock on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled floors, poolside chairs, and a clear view of the pool area.

17. Best Western Empire Towers

Mall District, 1.6 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Walter

£68

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a waterfall painting above the beds.

A hallway with a wooden door, a framed picture on the wall, and a glimpse of a bathroom.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire

Mall District, 1.8 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Wendy

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a hot tub area.

A fitness room with exercise equipment including a treadmill, elliptical, and exercise balls.

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

A breakfast area with a counter, seating, and a coffee station.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.7 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Robert

£52

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A gym with an elliptical machine, a treadmill, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Super 8 hotel.

A conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, a computer desk with a monitor and printer, and patterned carpet.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Sioux Falls/41st Street

Mall District, 1.6 mi from Great Plains Zoo

Shawn

£53

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Plains Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Highpoint Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls	9.6 Exceptional 1,226 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Sioux Falls South	9.4 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Sioux Falls	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center	9.4 Exceptional 674 reviews	View

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Sherman Park

8.4/10 (20 reviews)

After visiting Sherman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

8.8/10 (40 reviews)

Find out about the history of Sioux Falls with a stop at USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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Bigs Bar

After visiting Bigs Bar, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Minnehaha Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Sioux Falls at Minnehaha Country Club. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Sioux Empire Fairgrounds

8.0/10 (160 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sioux Empire Fairgrounds during your stay in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds during your stay in Sioux Falls. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Sioux Empire Medical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sioux Empire Medical Museum during your travels in Sioux Falls. In the area, take in the entertainment choices and beautiful waterfalls.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Plains Zoo?

Great Plains Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Sioux Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Great Plains Zoo?

Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Great Plains Zoo. Another good choice is Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Great Plains Zoo?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Plains Zoo.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Great Plains Zoo.

What can I see and do near Great Plains Zoo?

Study the collections at Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Old Courthouse Museum or Delbridge Museum of Natural History. Learn about local history at St. Joseph Cathedral and Pettigrew Home and Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Edith Mortenson Theatre Center and Orpheum Theatre Center.

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Our top choices for Great Plains Zoo hotels

1. Highpoint Hotel

2. Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls

3. Hyatt Place Sioux Falls South

4. Hampton Inn Sioux Falls

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Sioux Falls - Airport by IHG

8. Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

9. Candlewood Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

10. Historic Victorian Inn

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sioux Falls At Empire Mall by IHG

12. Courtyard by Marriott Sioux Falls

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

14. Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel & Convention Center

15. My Place Hotel - Sioux Falls, SD

16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

17. Best Western Empire Towers

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire

19. Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Sioux Falls/41st Street

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Valley Inn

Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls

Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Highpoint Hotel

Charming 2-bedroom one level house, close to Sherman Park, zoo and downtown!

Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr

Super 8 by Wyndham Sioux Falls/41st Street

Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire

Jaw-dropping artistic mid-century modern home! Close to medical centers

Other attractions near Great Plains Zoo

Delbridge Museum of Natural History

Sherman Park

USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

Bigs Bar

Minnehaha Country Club

Sioux Empire Fairgrounds

W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds

Sioux Empire Medical Museum

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