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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 ￥10,657
￥12,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast options and very nice rooms."
United States
Hannah
The price is ￥16,523
￥19,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hampton Inn & Suites-Knoxville/North I-75
A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.

3. 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, (1,115 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥18,710
￥22,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a table.

4. 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 ￥17,503
￥19,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

5. 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, (1,013 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 ￥10,396
￥12,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East
A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station, a fruit display, and seating arrangements.

6. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very nice and the breakfast was good. Would stay there again."
United States
Crystle
The price is ￥16,599
￥19,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Suites 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 ￥11,338
￥13,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites
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.

8. 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 ￥14,032
￥16,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East
A modern restaurant with a long communal table, a bar area, and a counter with stools.

9. 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 ￥16,733
￥19,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Tru by Hilton Knoxville North I75
A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, a flagpole, and a well-lit facade.

10. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG
3.0 star property
Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (778 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful when there was confusion about the date of my reservation."
United States
Connie
The price is ￥18,801
￥22,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

11. 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, (1,464 reviews)
"Great stay here every year"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥18,425
￥21,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
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 ￥20,140
￥23,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hampton Inn Knoxville East
A hotel with a modern facade, a sign reading "Woodspring Suites," and the address "320 N Gallaher View Rd."

13. WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West

WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West
2.5 star property
West Hills, 17 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (802 reviews)
"Really nice."
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥11,654
￥13,780 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West
A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
3.0 star property
Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very satisfied with accommodations, very pleasant staff. Would use that location again."
United States
Steve
The price is ￥14,693
￥17,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG
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15. Ancient Lore Village

Ancient Lore Village
4.0 star property
9.7 km from Knoxville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. We enjoyed the time we spent there."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥39,838
￥45,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ancient Lore Village
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a lamp.

16. Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North

Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Location was good, very nice stay"
United States
Renee
The price is ￥16,357
￥18,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Comfort Inn Powell - Knoxville North
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 ￥18,143
￥21,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, a blue sofa with yellow cushions, and a table with chairs.

18. 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 ￥20,717
￥24,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville West/Bearden
A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

19. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
2.5 star property
Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (351 reviews)
"GOOD LOCATION FOR EXPLORING AREA"
United States
GREG
The price is ￥14,464
￥17,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75
A buffet with various food items in metal containers, a sign indicating 'Cheese Omelet', and a patterned wall in the background.

20. 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 ￥18,011
￥21,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Knoxville West -Papermill by IHG
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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
1,002 reviews
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A reception area with a cityscape mural, two reception desks, and a modern design.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,115 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a table.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Powell Knoxville North
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
39 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
1,013 reviews
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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place"
Drew 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

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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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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.