Top 10 Hotels Near Knoxville Zoo in Knoxville for 2026

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A building with a black-framed glass door and a sign above it.

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

A large outdoor sign with a prominent 'T' on a grassy area.

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

RM276

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

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.

2. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

Inskip, 7.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Crystle

RM430

RM509 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Jessica

RM269

RM319 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a microwave. There are two refrigerators and a coffee station.

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

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.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 9.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kelly

RM364

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows offering views of greenery. There are lounge chairs and potted plants around the pool area.

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

5. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Angel

RM294

RM348 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with labeled containers for omelets and other dishes.

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

A conference room with a large table, chairs, a television, and a door.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a large parking lot and a covered entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Connie

RM465

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

Bearden, 12.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Tonya

RM500

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Sandra

RM485

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a view of the outdoors.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and glass doors.

9. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

Inskip, 8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Steve

RM408

RM483 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

10. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Knoxville West, 20.3 km from Knoxville Zoo

Michael

RM478

RM565 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with two orange chairs, a round table, and a green and white wall with the text "It only takes spark".

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.

A modern meeting room with wooden tables, benches, and green carpeting.

11. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

Inskip, 7.6 km from Knoxville Zoo

GREG

RM348

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a bench area.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, flat-screen TV, kitchenette, and a view of the hallway.

A breakfast buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.4 km from Knoxville Zoo

Kevin

RM361

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a piano, and a sofa set.

A lobby with plush seating, a chess table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel entrance with a marble facade, a large circular light fixture, and a sign reading "The Tennessean Personal Luxury Hotel Residences".

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and large windows offering a view.

13. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

Downtown Knoxville, 4.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Adam

RM653

RM861 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white brick backsplash, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

Inskip, 7.9 km from Knoxville Zoo

Zaid

RM520

RM615 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, a staircase, and a Red Roof Inn sign.

A reception area with a coffee station, a red chair, and a potted plant.

A room with a green sofa, a lamp, a wooden floor, a bed with a checkered blanket, and a kitchenette area.

15. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

Strawberry Plains Pike, 10.1 km from Knoxville Zoo

Chris

RM254

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast area with a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST,' a bakery section, and a counter with various food items and a digital menu display.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a blue geometric wall pattern, a reception desk, and a snack shelf.

16. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Knoxville, 4.7 km from Knoxville Zoo

Eileen

RM592

RM700 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel refrigerator, and a white countertop.

17. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

Papermill, 11.5 km from Knoxville Zoo

Suzanne

RM470

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, a sign reading "Woodspring Suites," and the address "320 N Gallaher View Rd."

A sign for Woodspring Suites, an extended stay hotel, with a modern building in the background.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a microwave, and wooden cabinets.

18. WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West

West Hills, 17 km from Knoxville Zoo

Lori

RM302

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern reception desk with a "WELCOME THE VOLUNTEER STATE" sign, a wooden accent panel, and a marble countertop.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and orange cushions, a stone fire pit, and a building with large windows in the background.

19. Hampton Inn Knoxville-West At Cedar Bluff

Cedar Bluff, 19.8 km from Knoxville Zoo

Whitney

RM482

RM570 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed a spacious room that was quiet and comfortable. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel cannot be beat. Easy walking distance to downtown Knoxville and a surprising number of interesting places to visit. We enjoyed a show at the Bijou Theater and a nightcap at the Peter Kern Library, which is a speakeasy at the Oliver hotel. Everything about our experience in Knoxville was wonderful."

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was a very nice place for us to stay during our recent visit to Knoxville to attend our niece's wedding party. Very clean and spacious room and eating area for breakfast, which had a nice variety of hot and cold foods to choose from. The staff we encountered were friendly and professional. When I had a question about a charge on my credit card, they were very helpful and politely explained the charge to my satisfaction. We loved the location of this hotel; right downtown so we were able to walk pretty much everywhere. Great restaurants, shops, parks and the river close by."

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great Staff!"

Hilton Knoxville

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

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 browsing the exhibits at 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 studying 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 browsing the exhibits at Mabry-Hazen House 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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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 savour 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, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller data. Other good options within a few miles include Hilton Knoxville and Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Knoxville Zoo?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Knoxville Zoo.

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. Comfort Suites Knoxville North

3. Americas Best Value Inn - Knoxville East

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville/East

5. Best Western Plus Strawberry Inn & Suites

6. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville-Strawberry Plains by IHG

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville Papermill Drive

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

9. Holiday Inn Knoxville N - Merchant Drive by IHG

10. Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West

11. Spark by Hilton Knoxville North I-75

12. Comfort Suites Knoxville East

13. THE TENNESSEAN Hotel

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Knoxville Northwest

15. Red Roof Inn & Suites Knoxville East

16. Holiday Inn Express Knoxville Downtown by IHG

17. Hawthorn Extended Stay By Wyndham Knoxville

18. WoodSpring Suites Knoxville West

19. Hampton Inn Knoxville-West At Cedar Bluff

Top Knoxville Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Oliver Hotel

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Hilton Knoxville

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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