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    Our top choices for Zoo Knoxville hotels

    1. Inn of Knoxville

    A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.

    2. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

    A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a covered outdoor area.

    3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North

    A modern hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

    4. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

    A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

    5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

    A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

    6. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

    An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a blue sofa with yellow cushions, and a table with chairs.

    7. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

    A hotel room with two beds, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

    8. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

    A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top.

    9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

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

    10. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

    A golf cart parked in front of The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences.

    11. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

    An outdoor patio with seating, tables, string lights, and flower arrangements.

    12. Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

    A snack display with various packaged treats and a sign indicating the section.

    13. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

    A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

    14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

    A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with several cars.

    15. Hilton Garden Inn Knoxville Papermill Drive

    An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs arranged around a central fire feature.

    16. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

    A cozy, vintage-themed living room with plaid decor, a fireplace, and a variety of framed pictures and memorabilia.

    17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG

    A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and other items.

    18. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

    A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large illuminated sign reading "CUMBERLAND HOUSE", and shelves displaying various items.

    19. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

    A modern hotel with a courtyard, large windows, and a mix of architectural styles.

    20. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

    A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

    Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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    Compare popular hotels close to Zoo Knoxville

    PropertyProperty classGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.
    Inn of Knoxville
    5.024 reviewsView
    A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a covered outdoor area.
    Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive
    9.4Exceptional1,003 reviewsView
    A modern hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
    Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North
    9.6Exceptional42 reviewsView
    A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.
    Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
    9.4Exceptional1,011 reviewsView
    A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
    9.2Wonderful1,107 reviewsView

    Hotels recommended for families near Zoo Knoxville

    THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

    A golf cart parked in front of The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences.

    Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville-Downtown

    A modern building with a glass facade, a curved pathway, and a body of water reflecting the structure.

    Hilton Knoxville

    An outdoor patio with orange chairs, a central fire feature, and a pergola with string lights.

    Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

    An outdoor patio with seating, tables, string lights, and flower arrangements.

    Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

    A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top.

    Comfort Suites Knoxville North

    A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

    Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

    A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large illuminated sign reading "CUMBERLAND HOUSE", and shelves displaying various items.

    Don's North Hills · Mid-Century Rancher in Historic North Hills

    A portable grill with four burners and a digital display, set against a backdrop of a stone wall and a pile of rocks.

    Other attractions near Zoo Knoxville

    Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

    Rating: 10.0/10 (1 review)

    Explore the great outdoors at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    The Muse Knoxville

    Rating: 6.0/10 (1 review)

    You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Muse Knoxville during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    Chilhowee Park

    Rating: 4.0/10 (2 reviews)

    Enjoy a stop at Chillhowe Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    Beck Cultural Exchange Center

    You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Beck Cultural Exchange Center during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    Mabry-Hazen House

    You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mabry-Hazen House during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    Haley Heritage Square

    Explore the great outdoors at Haley Heritage Square, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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    Top Zoo Knoxville Hotel Reviews

    The Oliver Hotel

    A historic building with a restaurant named "Olivier Royale" featuring outdoor seating and brick architecture.

    Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

    A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top.

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

    A rooftop pool area with seating and a bar, overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

    Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

    An outdoor patio with seating, tables, string lights, and flower arrangements.

    Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

    A modern hotel with a courtyard, large windows, and a mix of architectural styles.

    Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

    A modern hotel with a courtyard and outdoor seating area, surrounded by other buildings.

    Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

    A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

    Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75

    A snack display with various packaged treats and a sign indicating the section.

    Comfort Suites Knoxville North

    A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

    Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

    A cozy, vintage-themed living room with plaid decor, a fireplace, and a variety of framed pictures and memorabilia.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Knoxville Zoo?

    Knoxville Zoo is located in an area of Knoxville known for its bar scene, sporting events and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

    Where is the best place to stay close to Knoxville Zoo?

    Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Knoxville Zoo, Inn of Knoxville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options within a few miles include Hilton Knoxville and Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown.

    How many hotels can I expect to find close to Knoxville Zoo?

    Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Knoxville Zoo.

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

    Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Knoxville Zoo.

    What can I see and do near Knoxville Zoo?

    Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, East Tennessee History Center and Knoxville Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Tennessee Theatre, Bijou Theater and Historic Southern Railway Station to learn a bit about the area. You can enjoy live performances at Knoxville Children's Theatre and Clarence Brown Theatre.