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 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.

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

1. Inn of Knoxville

1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Cameron

￥10,616

￥12,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 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 lobby with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the street.

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

2. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Maricica Macy

￥26,513

￥31,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

DAVID

￥16,499

￥19,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a television mounted on the wall, and a potted plant on the table.

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

Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Deborah

￥18,669

￥22,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

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

A lobby with plush seating, a chess table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel entrance with a marble facade, a large circular light fixture, and a sign reading "The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel Residences".

5. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

beth

￥25,925

￥34,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A buffet with various food items and utensils, set against a backdrop of large windows and a view of buildings and trees.

6. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Christine

￥21,866

￥25,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large wooden bookshelf filled with decorative items.

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

7. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Knoxville, 5.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Miranda

￥24,536

￥29,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 sofa, chairs, a map mural, and a TV.

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

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

8. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Eileen

￥22,748

￥26,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a central bar, seating, and large windows offering a sunset view.

A modern bar area with seating and a city view.

A modern lounge area with a curved blue leather sofa, a central bar, and large windows offering a city view.

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

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Paige

￥32,878

￥38,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, green carpet, and a wheelchair-accessible desk.

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

10. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

￥14,022

￥16,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white brick backsplash, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A Marriott Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and a wooden reception desk.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

warren

￥19,971

￥23,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kristen

￥16,580

￥19,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by white and blue walls, and furnished with orange and black chairs.

13. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jotham

￥21,564

￥25,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hallway with a wooden floor, a brick wall, and a chandelier. There is a dining table with chairs and a rug.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a wooden chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL OLE" in bold, illuminated letters.

14. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Alana

￥53,496

￥63,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

￥18,637

￥22,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A corridor with a breakfast setup, including a coffee machine, pastries, and a fruit bowl.

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

16. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Matthew

￥19,955

￥23,596 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a large painting on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a view of the outdoors.

A Holiday Inn entrance sign and building facade.

A modern bar area with a large sign reading 'Hiknox Tavern,' a bar counter, seating, and a large window.

17. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Colleen

￥15,374

￥18,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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.

18. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Ashley

￥10,384

￥12,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar counter with a variety of drinks and food items, including burgers and fries.

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

A building with a rustic wooden facade and a balcony with a railing.

19. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Fort Sanders, 6.1 km from Knoxville Zoo

Perla

￥28,121

￥33,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.4 21 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,119 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great time, clean and spacious"

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was super nice."

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

8/10 Good

"Only stayed for about 10 hrs to sleep. Was good for that. Clean rooms."

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!"

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

8/10 Good

"Close to everything downtown, but noisy"

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."

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

10/10 Excellent

"This property was very clean and well appointed. Our only wish was that we could spend more time there."

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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. Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

3. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

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

5. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

6. Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

7. Cumberland House Knoxville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

10. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

13. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

14. Hotel Cleo, Knoxville Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

16. Marriott Knoxville Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

18. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

19. Graduate by Hilton Knoxville

Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Luxury Historic North Hills - 3 minutes from Downtown & UT

Marriott Knoxville Downtown

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

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

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

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

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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