The Best Hotels Closest to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma for 2026

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Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Adriana

￥32,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Mark

￥21,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 8.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Lauri

￥23,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

49-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 8.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Cassandra

￥28,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

5. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 6.9 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

￥7,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

6. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

16.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Alison

￥23,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 10.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Thomas

￥20,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

8. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

￥21,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

9. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 8.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kayla

￥27,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

10. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 9.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Christopher

￥24,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

11. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

16.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Daniel

￥22,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

12. The INN at Gig Harbor

4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kimberly

￥30,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Erich

￥22,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

14. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

5.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Todd

￥35,667 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

18.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Tina

￥23,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

16.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Hong

￥19,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

17. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

20 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Loren

￥23,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

18. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 14.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

justin

￥21,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

19. Marina Inn

18.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

William

￥19,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

￥15,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Luxury 3 Bed/3 Bath NEW Home in Ruston

10/10 Excellent

"The property was clean and well set up. The supporting staff was very responsive and friendly."

Walk to the waterfront! The South Sound Suite

10/10 Excellent

"We were so grateful to have found this sweet studio. It was perfect for a several night stay. The unit was very well designed, and of excellent quality. It was clean, and the furniture and bed were comfortable. It was very private and quiet. Vince was hospitable and available to answer any questions that we had. We would highly recommend it. If we return to the Ruston/Tacoma area again we will definitely try to stay there again."

Walk to the waterfront! The Cozy Cottag

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific place. My only concern before I got there was the dirt/gravel road next to it looked kind of sketchy but it's fine. It was hard to realize that's where you turn in from the street to park. Inside was terrific; it really is a cozy cottage. About a mile away is a high end food mall on the water with lots of food choices including a nice fancy restaurant "Copper and Salt." My only real issue was the check-in time changed from 3:00 to 4:30 but that didn't impact us too much as we were sightseeing anyway and the host kept us informed. Everything else was top-notch. Highly recommend."

Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage

10/10 Excellent

"This experience was excellent!! Property was clean and convenient to the Ruston waterfront. If I didn’t live on the other side of the country, I would book this property again. Host was great. Checking in and out was simple and convenient. It was the perfect trip."

Other attractions near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

A rustic wooden cabin interior with various tools and equipment, including a large bear statue, wooden buckets, and a wheelbarrow.

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Tacoma known for its beautiful beaches and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

The INN at Gig Harbor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

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What can I see and do near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Study the collections at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Harbor History Museum, or Job Carr Cabin Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Paradise Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Point Defiance Park, Skansie Brothers Park, and Titlow Park.

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Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

2. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

3. Hotel Murano

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

5. Tacoma Homestays

6. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

8. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

9. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

11. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

12. The INN at Gig Harbor

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

14. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

17. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

18. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

19. Marina Inn

20. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Luxury 3 Bed/3 Bath NEW Home in Ruston

Other attractions near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

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