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Our top choices for Knoxville Zoo hotels

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1. Inn of Knoxville

Inn of Knoxville
1.5 star property
1.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
5.2 out of 10, (22 reviews)
"Beds were very comfortable. For the cost of the room, it was very clean. It is in a bad neighborhood but it was nice and clean "
United States
Cameron
The price is ￥10,676
￥12,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Inn of Knoxville
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 7.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great breakfast options and very nice rooms."
United States
Hannah
The price is ￥15,824
￥18,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
2.5 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"This is our second time staying at this hotel. It’s a clean and affordable place to stay. We will continue to stay here when visiting family in Knoxville."
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥10,414
￥12,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

4. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
3.0 star property
Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,454 reviews)
"Great stay here every year"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥18,458
￥21,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

5. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Comfort Suites Knoxville North
2.5 star property
Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very nice and the breakfast was good. Would stay there again."
United States
Crystle
The price is ￥16,652
￥19,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Suites Knoxville North
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a table.

6. Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North

Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North
3.0 star property
11 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"The property seemed relatively new and well appointed. It was a great stay."
United States
Martin
The price is ￥18,008
￥20,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a gift shop sign.

7. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean; staff was amazing; breakfast was delicious"
United States
Angel
The price is ￥11,358
￥13,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites
A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
3.0 star property
Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,116 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥18,175
￥21,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
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.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East
3.0 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (975 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥14,057
￥16,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East
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10. Ancient Lore Village

Ancient Lore Village
4.0 star property
9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. We enjoyed the time we spent there."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥39,909
￥45,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Ancient Lore Village
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a blue sofa with yellow cushions, and a table with chairs.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden
3.0 star property
Bearden, 12.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (689 reviews)
"Good location, close to restaurants"
United States
William
The price is ￥20,688
￥24,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a television screen.

12. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Hampton Inn Knoxville East
3.0 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (902 reviews)
"Great clean place to stay"
United States
Zenio
The price is ￥20,176
￥23,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hampton Inn Knoxville East
A buffet with various food items in metal containers, a sign indicating 'Cheese Omelet', and a patterned wall in the background.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
2.5 star property
Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (832 reviews)
"The room was very clean. Staff was very friendly, especially Catalina. Breakfast was great and cleanly everyday and parking was easy to get to."
United States
Jayla
The price is ￥17,512
￥20,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

14. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and rooms were nice and clean!"
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥14,349
￥16,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

15. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Comfort Suites Knoxville East
2.5 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very courteous and helpful. The hotel is clean and comfortable."
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥14,927
￥17,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Comfort Suites Knoxville East
A hotel room with two red armchairs, a small table with a plant, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West
2.5 star property
Bearden, 15.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location. Pleasant staff gave free bottled water and cookies upon arrival. Rooms are dated but bed was comfortable. Shower had 2 conditioners installed (no shampoo)."
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥13,175
￥15,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

17. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
3.0 star property
Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"Clean place."
United States
Jamie
The price is ￥20,195
￥23,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
A motel with a covered parking area, a white pickup truck, and a motorcycle parked outside.

18. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East
2.0 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.1 km from Knoxville Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Would stay here again. No complaints. Stayed here for one night. Convenient to Aubreys restaurant after a Tennessee football game."
United States
Chris
The price is ￥9,815
￥11,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
3.0 star property
East Knoxville, 4.3 km from Knoxville Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (1,170 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay"
United States
Andre
The price is ￥9,119
￥10,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a sofa, and a surfboard display.

20. Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown

Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown
2.5 star property
Inskip, 7.4 km from Knoxville Zoo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We love this hotel, room, personnel, breakfast ok ( best coffee 1 to 10 a good 9."
United States
Gerardo
The price is ￥12,638
￥14,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Knoxville Suites - Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.
Inn of Knoxville
1.5 star property
5.2
22 reviews
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An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,015 reviews
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A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,454 reviews
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A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.
Comfort Suites Knoxville North
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay for us. Very comfortable and clean. Would definitely book again if in area. No Complaints about anything. Thanks for making a great stay for us. -Bill"
William S. 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
4BR Knoxville home close to downtown, UT & interstate! Free local gift cards!

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Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

10.0/10 (1 review)
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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 11 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 11 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?
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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.