The Best Hotels Closest to Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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

A round wooden table with a tissue box, a purple upholstered chair, and a wooden chair.

A large outdoor sign with a prominent 'T' on a grassy area.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave and a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet.

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

￥10,643

￥12,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying a show.

A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a dining table, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel with a modern design, outdoor seating, and a landscaped area with a central tree.

A building with a circular design, labeled "NCAA Basketball Hall of Fame."

2. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

￥21,862

￥25,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a mirror, a microwave, and a door.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Deborah

￥18,716

￥22,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with large windows, wooden ceiling beams, and yellow chairs.

A modern hallway with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a landscaped area with trees.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Bing

￥21,862

￥25,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A breakfast area with a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST,' a bakery section, and a counter with various food items and a digital menu display.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a blue geometric wall pattern, a reception desk, and a snack shelf.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of trees.

5. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Eileen

￥23,019

￥27,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, a stone accent wall, and a reception desk with a computer and a bicycle sign.

A corner market with a refrigerated beverage cooler stocked with various sodas and a freezer section.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a microwave. There are two refrigerators and a coffee station.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, a printer, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print". There are shelves with decorative items and a stone wall in the background.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Edward

￥14,014

￥16,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a wall of wooden lockers.

A restaurant with a brick wall, blue velvet chairs, and a chandelier.

A bar area with multiple stools, a brick wall, and a shelf with vintage sewing machines.

A dining table set with candles, glassware, and floral centerpieces.

7. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 5.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Miranda

￥25,267

￥29,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A breakfast buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, flat-screen TV, kitchenette, and a view of the hallway.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a chess table, and a kitchen area in the background.

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Amy

￥13,627

￥16,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with a variety of food and drinks, including a tray with cheeses, meats, and a drink with a lemon slice.

A modern lounge area with seating and tables, large windows offering a city view.

A modern lobby with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

9. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

￥26,580

￥31,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with a white fence, a white chair, and a building in the background.

A laundry room with two washing machines, a window with blinds, a fire extinguisher, and a vent on the ceiling.

10. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Nichol

￥10,382

￥12,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with a hexagonal tiled floor, a bar counter, and seating.

A modern lounge area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with cushions, and a laptop on the table.

A modern building with a prominent 'Marriott' sign and a 'The Tennessean' sign on the side.

A banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and candles.

11. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Matthew

￥20,193

￥23,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.

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

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a stationary bike, and various weights.

A convenience store with refrigerated sections, shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and a display of hats and merchandise.

12. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

￥22,648

￥26,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned wall, a large decorative wall piece, two armchairs, a round table, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christopher

￥22,701

￥26,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a staircase, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a large TV, a desk with a lamp, two beds, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

14. Hilton Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville, 4.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Frank

￥21,524

￥25,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages, a microwave, and a refrigerator with shelves of drinks and snacks.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, wall art, and a telephone.

A modern meeting room with wooden tables, benches, and green carpeting.

15. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

￥14,058

￥16,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

A laundry room with four washers and dryers, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

East Knoxville, 4.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Larry

￥8,823

￥10,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a TV.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, a car parked in the driveway, and a clear sky in the background.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

￥18,685

￥22,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

A reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

18. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

￥16,514

￥19,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden herringbone floor.

A self-service beverage station with a refrigerated display, a coffee machine, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

An outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a round table.

19. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

DAVID

￥16,711

￥19,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"Gentleman at the counter was very nice. The smoke alarm kept chirping and to fix it the had to pull it off the wall that night. Bathroom needed to be cleaned but was usable. The sinks were made for toddlers and I’m short."

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice property and love how it is great location"

Luxury Historic North Hills - 3 minutes from Downtown & UT

10/10 Excellent

"Unbelievable experience. So clean and a perfect location! Will absolutely stay here again!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious living spaces. Property was also very clean. Seemed like a great location making it easy to get around."

4BR Knoxville home close to downtown, UT & interstate! Free local gift cards!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, responsive host. Would stay again."

Luxury 1BR, Sleeps 4, Walk to stadium/downtown, Full kitchen, W/D

10/10 Excellent

"Furniture and decor were crazy cute, very up to date; looked newly renovated. Kitchen was complete with everything you might want. We noticed a leak in the ac unit in the kitchen area, reported it and they had a workman out the next morning. It was a bit further away from the UT campus than we had thought though."

Plymouth · Quiet City Home, 7-8 min to Downtown Knox

10/10 Excellent

"Great value! Very clean. Kitchen big . No laundry."

1940`s Bungalow near Downtown & UT Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for a night with my family of 6. Good communication, smooth transaction, property exactly as advertised. Thanks!"

No Kno Flats - Simple Serenity

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay. Street noise is noticeable, but not unpleasantly so."

Other attractions near Knoxville Zoo

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

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

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in 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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Chillhowe Park

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 browsing 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 studying the exhibits at Mabry-Hazen House in 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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Covenant Health Park

Catch an event at Covenant Health Park during your trip to Knoxville. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Central United Methodist Church

Central United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Knoxville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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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, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data. Other good options within a few miles include Hilton Knoxville and Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown.

How many hotels are there close to Knoxville Zoo?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Knoxville Zoo.

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

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Knoxville Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

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.

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Our top choices for Knoxville Zoo hotels

1. Inn of Knoxville

2. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

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

4. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

5. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

7. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

9. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

11. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

12. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown

14. Hilton Knoxville

15. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

18. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

19. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Luxury Historic North Hills - 3 minutes from Downtown & UT

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

4BR Knoxville home close to downtown, UT & interstate! Free local gift cards!

Luxury 1BR, Sleeps 4, Walk to stadium/downtown, Full kitchen, W/D

Plymouth · Quiet City Home, 7-8 min to Downtown Knox

1940`s Bungalow near Downtown & UT Campus

No Kno Flats - Simple Serenity

Other attractions near Knoxville Zoo

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

The Muse Knoxville

Chillhowe Park

Beck Cultural Exchange Center

Mabry-Hazen House

Haley Heritage Square

Covenant Health Park

Central United Methodist Church

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