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Our top choices for Philadelphia Zoo hotels

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpeted floor.

1. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

The Gables B&B Philadelphia
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"The Gables was an amazing experience and we will be staying here for all of our trips to UPenn! It was walking distance to campus, Cesar was an amazing host and breakfast both mornings were unique and delicious! Our beautiful room was quiet, comfortable and clean. Highly recommend!"
United States
Debbie
The price is ￥37,814
￥43,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Gables B&B Philadelphia
A modern lounge with a glass infinity pool, large windows, and a city view.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
5.0 star property
Center City West, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (319 reviews)
"Best hotel to stay in Philadelphia."
United States
sebastian
The price is ￥173,316
￥201,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

3. The Study at University City

The Study at University City
4.0 star property
University City, 1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"The staff was amazing and the attached restaurant was yummy!"
United States
Naika
The price is ￥32,930
￥38,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Study at University City
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a view into another room.

4. The Maj Hotel

The Maj Hotel
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (541 reviews)
"Just an overall great place to stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥22,368
￥25,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Maj Hotel
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

5. Fitler Club

Fitler Club
4.0 star property
Center City West, 2.4 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Great offering and location"
United States
Brian
The price is ￥36,883
￥42,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Fitler Club
A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a person sitting by a window.

6. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
5.0 star property
Rittenhouse Square, 3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff"
Canada
Kin Kwan
The price is ￥63,654
￥80,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Rittenhouse Philadelphia
A modern office space with a desk, chair, and potted plants.

7. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
University City, 2 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Cruz
The price is ￥27,003
￥31,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, wooden arches, and a modern chandelier.

8. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
4.5 star property
Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,848 reviews)
"Well maintained hotel with very friendly staff"
Canada
Stacey
The price is ￥25,525
￥34,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with a fire feature, and a view of the sunset.

9. AKA University City

AKA University City
4.0 star property
University City, 2.4 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (894 reviews)
"I truly recommend this hotel"
United States
Joel
The price is ￥41,832
￥53,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
AKA University City
A hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and an American flag.

10. The Westin Philadelphia

The Westin Philadelphia
4.0 star property
Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, and the room was clean and comfortable. I had a great stay."
United States
Myrna
The price is ￥31,284
￥36,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Westin Philadelphia
A modern interior with wooden furniture, shelves with pottery, and a bright pink wall.

11. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
3.5 star property
Center City West, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,573 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
United States
Grayson
The price is ￥12,791
￥14,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
A modern lobby with two elevators, a reception desk, and a glass door leading outside.

12. 4211 Suites

4211 Suites
4.5 star property
1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (972 reviews)
"Great stay overall"
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥17,539
￥20,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
4211 Suites
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

13. Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
4.0 star property
Logan Square, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,028 reviews)
"Loved the club access for happy hour and excellent breakfast!"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥20,793
￥24,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape.

14. The Windsor Suites

The Windsor Suites
4.0 star property
Logan Square, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,377 reviews)
"Worth the stay, great location and hotel restaurants/staff were Amazing!"
United States
Christina
The price is ￥19,862
￥23,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Windsor Suites
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and a fire feature.

15. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Logan Square, 2.7 km from Philadelphia Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,658 reviews)
"Will stay at this hotel again, great location"
United States
Lanisha
The price is ￥27,003
￥31,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a covered area with a pergola.

16. Sosuite at The Onyx - Museum District

Sosuite at The Onyx - Museum District
4.0 star property
Logan Square, 3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Was great would stay again"
United States
Yenalesi
The price is ￥14,932
￥17,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sosuite at The Onyx - Museum District
Pool

17. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
4.0 star property
Center City West, 3 km from Philadelphia Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,519 reviews)
"Always a good stay"
United States
Carolyn
The price is ￥20,010
￥26,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Homewood Suites Hilton."

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
3.0 star property
2 km from Philadelphia Zoo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Was a great place to stay"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥25,312
￥29,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Homewood Suites by Hilton University City
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

19. AKA Rittenhouse Square

AKA Rittenhouse Square
4.0 star property
Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was wonderful. Definitely would stay again."
United States
Brian
The price is ￥37,895
￥48,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
AKA Rittenhouse Square
A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, with a sign for Goodseed Suites and a WiFi sign.

20. Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center

Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
7.4 out of 10, Good, (323 reviews)
"This place is amazing! It has everything you need and is so convenient."
United States
Hercules
The price is ￥10,966
￥31,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center
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Compare top hotels near Philadelphia Zoo

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpeted floor.

The Gables B&B Philadelphia

4.0 star property
3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo
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A modern lounge with a glass infinity pool, large windows, and a city view.

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

5.0 star property
Center City West, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
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A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

The Study at University City

4.0 star property
University City, 1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
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A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a view into another room.

The Maj Hotel

3.0 star property
1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo
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A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

Fitler Club

4.0 star property
Center City West, 2.4 km from Philadelphia Zoo
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9.8
Exceptional
495 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
319 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,012 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
541 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
426 reviews
The price is ￥37,814
￥43,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The price is ￥173,316
￥201,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The price is ￥32,930
￥38,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The price is ￥22,368
￥25,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The price is ￥36,883
￥42,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

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9.2/10 (5 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philadelphia Zoo?
Philadelphia Zoo is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 130 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Philadelphia Zoo?
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Philadelphia Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Windsor Suites and Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square.
How many hotels are there near Philadelphia Zoo?
Expedia has 130 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Philadelphia Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philadelphia Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Philadelphia Zoo.
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What can I see and do near Philadelphia Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum, and Barnes Foundation. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Rocky Steps, Eastern State Penitentiary, and Franklin Field. You can catch a show at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre, and The Met Philadelphia.
How can I get to Philadelphia Zoo?
With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Philadelphia Zoo is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop, 49th & Girard Ave Stop, and Lancaster Ave & Girard Ave Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station, Philadelphia Overbrook Station, and Philadelphia 49th Street Station are the closest train stations to West Philadelphia.

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