The Best Hotels Closest to Kansas City Zoo in Kansas City for 2026

Our top choices for Kansas City Zoo hotels

1. Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

South Kansas City, 5.6 km from Kansas City Zoo

Felice

￥24,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

2. Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

6.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Greta

￥19,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

3. Truitt Hotel

Southmoreland, 7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Amy

￥29,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

4. Southmoreland on the Plaza an Urban Inn

Southmoreland, 6.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Shawndria

￥15,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill

9.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Sheila

￥19,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Country Club Plaza

West Plaza, 7.6 km from Kansas City Zoo

Julie

￥22,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

7. The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Paul

￥39,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

8. Cherry Warehouse Hotel

Longfellow, 8.9 km from Kansas City Zoo

Cecille

￥26,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 11 - Jun 12

9. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

Cunningham Ridge, 6.9 km from Kansas City Zoo

DANIEL

￥14,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

10. The Fontaine

West Plaza, 7.5 km from Kansas City Zoo

Saulius

￥27,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

11. Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza

West Plaza, 7.5 km from Kansas City Zoo

Paige

￥23,014 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

South Kansas City, 3.3 km from Kansas City Zoo

Gregory

￥26,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

13. Aida Hotel

Southmoreland, 7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Lauren

￥30,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

14. Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

Southmoreland, 7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Joel

￥24,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Serves breakfast, dinner, and happy hour

15. Hotel Westport Kansas City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Westport, 8 km from Kansas City Zoo

Joseph

￥22,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

16. Aloft by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

7.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Kassy

￥31,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

17. InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG

7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Steven

￥31,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kansas City Plaza

West Plaza, 7.8 km from Kansas City Zoo

Brad

￥27,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

7.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Dru

￥34,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 17 - Jun 18

20. AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza

Westport, 8 km from Kansas City Zoo

James

￥32,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Kansas City Zoo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 472 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel	3.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,140 reviews	View
Truitt Hotel	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 679 reviews	View
Southmoreland on the Plaza an Urban Inn	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 468 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,700 reviews	View

Top Kansas City Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South

2/10 Terrible

"Ok parking"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

8/10 Good

"This hotel was okay, but not particularly memorable. The location was easy to find and the property was quiet, which I appreciated. Having EV chargers available was also a nice feature. Unfortunately, the hotel feels pretty worn down. The exterior looks dated, the paint throughout the room was cracked and chipped, the grass was overgrown, and there were greasy handprints on the headboard that should have been cleaned before check-in. The lobby still had poinsettias and a "Happy Holidays" sign up despite it being May, which added to the overall impression that the property isn't being maintained very closely. Nothing was terrible, but the condition and cleanliness made the stay feel less comfortable than expected. With some maintenance and better attention to detail, this could be a much better experience."

Jazzy Charmer/ Close To Everything KC/Business Travel Space/ World Cup

6/10 Okay

"House was in a rough neighborhood. They didnt have the air running so the house was very muggy when we arrived. There was an ant problem, told them about it and no one showed up for a day "due to bad weather" it was raining on and off. It wasnt that bad at all. Host was still in contact and wasnt hard to reach. Beds and couch were very basic. Same with the pillows. Bathroom had no leg room for the toilet. They're in the process of a remodel."

Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

8/10 Good

"Lovely room with a great view. Staff is excellent. Location is absolutely perfect: There's a streetcar stop directly outside that drops you off at the Plaza on one end and tons of other attractions on the other end — Union Station, World War I Memorial, much more. Westport restaurants are very close by. CONS: The food is vastly overpriced and middling at best. The breakfast buffet is currently $25 per person and the food is not better than you'd get at any breakfast buffet. I don't mind paying that much for a meal, but the quality was nowhere near the price, both there and in the bar restaurant, where the food was also actively not great. Also: Stop charging for Wi-Fi. $15 a day so we could stream tv to a laptop (Netflix login was available on the television but froze every time we tried to use it). There is no non-greed reason to do this in the year 2026. Still, overall a good experience."

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Swope Park

4.2/5 (5 reviews)

The largest park in Kansas City is filled with opportunities for activity and exploration. Enjoy the zoo, a Broadway show, hiking and a range of other activities.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kansas City Zoo?

Kansas City Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Kansas City known for its popular theater scene. You'll find 448 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kansas City Zoo?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex 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 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Kansas City Zoo. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South.

How many hotels will I find near Kansas City Zoo?

Expedia has 448 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kansas City Zoo.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it 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 top deals close to Kansas City Zoo.

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

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Kansas City Zoo, click here.

What can I see and do near Kansas City Zoo?

National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art feature captivating exhibits. Van Noy Mansion, Fountain of Neptune, and JC Nichols Memorial Fountain are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Starlight Theatre, Spencer Theatre, and Kansas City Repertory Theatre.

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Our top choices for Kansas City Zoo hotels

1. Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

2. Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

3. Truitt Hotel

4. Southmoreland on the Plaza an Urban Inn

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Country Club Plaza

7. The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

8. Cherry Warehouse Hotel

9. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

10. The Fontaine

11. Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

13. Aida Hotel

14. Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

15. Hotel Westport Kansas City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Aloft by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

17. InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kansas City Plaza

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

20. AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza

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