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.

Two single beds with red and orange bedding, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light switch.

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

￥10,615

￥12,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 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.

2. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

Wendy

￥16,667

￥19,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A snack display with various packaged foods and instant coffee products.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a landscaped entrance area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Tonya

￥19,868

￥23,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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 kitchen with hexagonal blue tiles, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

￥18,636

￥22,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

5. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jessica

￥10,355

￥12,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 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.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Michelle

￥13,867

￥16,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a gift shop sign.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a prominent Best Western Plus sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained landscaped area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

7. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Angel

￥11,293

￥13,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Crystle

￥16,534

￥19,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, a flagpole, and a well-lit facade.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned wall.

A buffet with labeled containers for omelets and other dishes.

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

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Connie

￥17,883

￥21,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a table.

A self-service breakfast area with waffle makers, a coffee station, and a variety of food options.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a colorful geometric ceiling.

10. Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North

11 km from Knoxville Zoo

Martin

￥17,108

￥19,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and ceiling lights.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a large mirror.

11. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Michael

￥18,352

￥21,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A fantasy-themed building with stone and wood architecture, a stone pathway, and a variety of plants and flowers.

A house with a unique curved roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A stone bridge over a clear water body, a wooden pergola with seating, and a pathway leading to a building in a landscaped area.

12. Ancient Lore Village

9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Benjamin

￥39,259

￥44,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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.

13. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Zenio

￥20,061

￥23,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging red pendant lights.

A modern lobby with a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and a coffee table.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

Bearden, 12.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

William

￥20,570

￥24,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

An outdoor seating area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a glass railing.

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the parking lot.

15. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Steve

￥14,275

￥16,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Zaid

￥17,868

￥21,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

17. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

￥14,407

￥17,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a lamp.

A spa area with a hot tub, a dining table, and a large window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a microwave, a refrigerator, and artwork on the wall.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by tiled flooring with safety signs indicating a depth of 3 feet and a no diving warning.

18. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

11.2 km from Knoxville Zoo

Renee

￥15,855

￥18,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A buffet with various food items in metal containers, a coffee station, and a sign indicating a vegetarian omelet option.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign reading "Hollyday Inn Express," and a snack vending machine.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two computers, a refrigerator, and a fire extinguisher.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Knoxville-North-I-75 Exit 112 by IHG

11.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Brenda

￥16,471

￥18,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted TV.

Two beverage dispensers labeled "Bright Side Market" with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen counter, and a large window.

20. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jamie

￥18,068

￥21,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Knoxville Zoo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inn of Knoxville	5.2 22 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill	9.0 Wonderful 1,114 reviews	View
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East	8.4 Very good 1,011 reviews	View

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, convenient to Old City and downtown, very walkable"

Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing, and perfect location in downtown to explore Knoxville"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfortable and quiet space within good distance of fun stuff throughout Knoxville. Very drivable location, would recommend"

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room good place if you’re not looking for anything spectacular"

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

8/10 Good

"Very clean and great host communication. Had a nice stay but was told multiple times by drivers not to walk around at night. The area is turning but not there yet. Love the main room but needs a new couch. Had coffee available and love that! Some beds are loud spring beds. It’s a cute street during the daytime. Real cute place and real close to being 5 stars. Easy changes inside."

Pecan Grove, Spacious Knoxville Retreat, Sleeps 7, Fire Pit

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to all attractions… close to stadium. Close to the airport. Great space for 6-7 people. Plenty of parking. Host was very responsive."

1940`s Bungalow near Downtown & UT Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. Opportunity for improvement: have some way to shut the shower door from the inside on the secondary shower."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Nice house in a quiet neighborhood. House was clean and well stocked. Nice bath towels and a snack tray were a nice touch."

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

8/10 Good

"It was a nice place"

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 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?

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. Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

5. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

7. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

8. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

9. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

10. Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North

11. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

12. Ancient Lore Village

13. Hampton Inn Knoxville East

14. Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden

15. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

17. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

18. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Knoxville-North-I-75 Exit 112 by IHG

20. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hilton Knoxville

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

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

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

Pecan Grove, Spacious Knoxville Retreat, Sleeps 7, Fire Pit

1940`s Bungalow near Downtown & UT Campus

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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