Top 10 Hotels Near Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls for 2026

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A spacious bar area with a large TV screen, a fireplace, and a wine rack.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, a TV, and a kitchenette area.

A modern bar area with a black marble column, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

1. Highpoint Hotel

University Heights, 1.6 km from Great Plains Zoo

Diane

RM559

RM621 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large, two-story building with a stone facade and multiple windows, illuminated by warm lighting.

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide, a large umbrella structure, and a frog-shaped water feature.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a fireplace.

2. Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.6 km from Great Plains Zoo

Claudine

RM546

RM655 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A patio with wicker chairs and a round table with a fire pit.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

An indoor swimming pool with two lanes, safety railings, and lounge chairs.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center

University Heights, 1.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

Ross

RM499

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red sign, a covered entrance, and stone pillars.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a window with a striped blind.

A snack and beverage display area with various snacks and drinks.

4. Hampton Inn Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

Derrick

RM439

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a sunroof.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a large poster of Sioux Falls, a reception desk, a glass display case, and a shelf with various items.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Mall District, 2.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

Kathy

RM379

RM424 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A deck with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a body of water.

A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a beverage display, and a large window providing a view.

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass entrance canopy and a brick facade.

A reception area with a herringbone-patterned wall, a reception desk, and seating area with chairs and a table.

6. Hyatt Place Sioux Falls South

Mall District, 2.3 km from Great Plains Zoo

Karen

RM478

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a window with a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A hotel room with a microwave, coffee maker, TV, desk, chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Sioux Falls - Airport by IHG

Northwest Sioux Falls, 3.2 km from Great Plains Zoo

Heather

RM486

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a patterned rug.

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern living room with grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wooden wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, a refrigerator, a small table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

8. Candlewood Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

Mall District, 2.3 km from Great Plains Zoo

Camilla

RM441

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with a bar stool.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned bedspread.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a brown patterned sofa, a desk with a chair, a small wooden chest, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

9. Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

Mall District, 2 km from Great Plains Zoo

Teresa

RM511

RM568 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A covered outdoor area with a wooden railing, chairs, and tables.

A traditional room with wooden paneling, a sofa, armchairs, a patterned rug, and stained glass windows.

A two-story house with a front porch, a central entrance, and a small garden area.

A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a chandelier.

10. Historic Victorian Inn

Cathedral, 2.7 km from Great Plains Zoo

Jackie

RM439

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern bistro with a curved counter, multiple menu boards, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden cabinet, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a potted plant.

A modern building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a street lamp.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Sioux Falls

Mall District, 2.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

Laura

RM375

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a computer station.

A snack and beverage display with various brands and products.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a brick facade, illuminated signage, and a covered entrance area.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sioux Falls At Empire Mall by IHG

Mall District, 1.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

John

RM429

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a building with multiple windows.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a basketball hoop, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

Mall District, 1.8 km from Great Plains Zoo

Jerry

RM400

RM447 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'My Place Hotels' sign, a covered entrance, and a stone facade.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

14. My Place Hotel - Sioux Falls, SD

Mall District, 2.5 km from Great Plains Zoo

Patrick

RM397

RM444 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a waterfall painting above the beds.

A hallway with a wooden door, a framed picture on the wall, and a glimpse of a bathroom.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a coffee station.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire

Mall District, 3 km from Great Plains Zoo

Lisa

RM257

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, a large mirror, and a clock on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled floors, poolside chairs, and a clear view of the pool area.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a painting on the wall.

16. Best Western Empire Towers

Mall District, 2.6 km from Great Plains Zoo

Walter

RM330

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a blue wall, and a map artwork above the desk.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural light.

A living room with a fireplace, blue and grey furniture, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a painting on the wall.

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Mall District, 2.4 km from Great Plains Zoo

Abraham

RM334

RM375 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A gym with an elliptical machine, a treadmill, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Super 8 hotel.

A reception area with a granite counter, wooden cabinets, and a framed picture of a waterfall.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Sioux Falls/41st Street

Mall District, 2.7 km from Great Plains Zoo

Shawn

RM254

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a hot tub area.

A breakfast area with a counter, seating, and a coffee station.

A fitness room with exercise equipment including a treadmill, elliptical, and exercise balls.

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

19. Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls

Mall District, 2.8 km from Great Plains Zoo

Robert

RM260

RM294 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a mirror, and a small desk with a telephone.

A small cafe with a 'Good Morning' sign, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A small, cozy room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp. There are two framed pictures on the wall.

20. Valley Inn

University Heights, 1.9 km from Great Plains Zoo

Darrel

RM334

RM375 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Highpoint Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 333 reviews	View
Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls	9.6 Exceptional 1,221 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center	9.4 Exceptional 673 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Sioux Falls	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls	9.2 Wonderful 1,499 reviews	View

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Delbridge Museum of Natural History

6.0/10 (1 review)

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Sherman Park

8.4/10 (20 reviews)

After visiting Sherman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sioux Falls. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

8.8/10 (40 reviews)

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Bigs Bar

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Minnehaha Country Club

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Sioux Empire Fairgrounds

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Sioux Empire Medical Museum

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Plains Zoo?

Great Plains Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Sioux Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Great Plains Zoo?

Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Great Plains Zoo. Another good choice is Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Great Plains Zoo?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Plains Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Plains Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Great Plains Zoo.

What can I see and do near Great Plains Zoo?

Study the collections at Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Old Courthouse Museum or Delbridge Museum of Natural History. Learn about local history at St. Joseph Cathedral and Pettigrew Home and Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Edith Mortenson Theatre Center and Orpheum Theatre Center.

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Our top choices for Great Plains Zoo hotels

1. Highpoint Hotel

2. Clubhouse Hotel Suites Sioux Falls

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sioux Falls/Sanford Medical Center

4. Hampton Inn Sioux Falls

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

6. Hyatt Place Sioux Falls South

7. Holiday Inn & Suites Sioux Falls - Airport by IHG

8. Candlewood Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

9. Staybridge Suites Sioux Falls by IHG

10. Historic Victorian Inn

11. Courtyard by Marriott Sioux Falls

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sioux Falls At Empire Mall by IHG

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sioux Falls

14. My Place Hotel - Sioux Falls, SD

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Sioux Falls Empire

16. Best Western Empire Towers

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sioux Falls

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Sioux Falls/41st Street

19. Baymont by Wyndham Sioux Falls

20. Valley Inn

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Other attractions near Great Plains Zoo

Delbridge Museum of Natural History

Sherman Park

USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial

Bigs Bar

Minnehaha Country Club

Sioux Empire Fairgrounds

W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds

Sioux Empire Medical Museum

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