Top 10 Hotels Near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium in Pittsburgh for 2026

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1. The Maverick by Kasa

East Liberty, 2.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Charline

RM531

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a stone fire pit, cushioned seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a television.

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, seating area, and a large informational wall.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, a stainless steel elevator, and a large window allowing natural light.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

3 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

ijeoma

RM569

RM648 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A breakfast buffet area with labeled sections for cereal, hot food, and a Quaker Oatmeal dispenser.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, computer workstations, seating areas, and a fireplace.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with two chairs, a green sofa, and a small table.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh West - Greentree by IHG

12.2 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

stephanie

RM388

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A well-maintained lawn with a curved pathway, a variety of shrubs, and a building with a brown roof and multiple windows.

A hot tub with a wooden bench and a step, set against a stone wall.

A covered patio area with potted plants, a barbecue grill, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with a stone wall, a bed with a grey quilt, a patterned armchair, a small side table with a lamp, and a carpet with red and black patterns.

4. Jefferson Hills Motel

19.1 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Robert

RM326

RM371 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a clock on the wall.

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a grill area.

A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and beverages, a hanging t-shirt, and a refrigerated display case.

A hotel room with a bed, a large mirror, a bathroom with a shower, and a vanity with a mirror.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville

9.5 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Gary B.

RM599

RM683 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a large window.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel reception desk with a computer, printer, and two lamps.

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Mills

13.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Gail

RM482

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with curtains, a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A room with wooden paneling, a fireplace, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A brick building with a wooden door labeled "Southside Traveler's Rest."

7. Traveler's Rest Hotel

South Side Flats, 8.8 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Amber

RM378

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with televisions, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window offering a city view, a unique ceiling design, and a seating area.

A modern living room with a large window offering a scenic view of a lake and hills. There is a sofa set and a small coffee table with a remote control on it.

A bar with a glass of iced drink with a lemon slice and straw, and shelves of bottles in the background.

8. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

9.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Tammy

RM548

RM624 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Comfort Inn hotel with a well-lit entrance, multiple floors, and a visible outdoor area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall-mounted clock, and a sign indicating an emergency exit.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a green throw. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a clock, and a window with curtains.

A modern restaurant with a wooden bar, blue and red chairs, and a large TV screen.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh South

11.8 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Mayra

RM364

RM414 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, seating around it, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A terrace with round tables and Adirondack chairs, overlooking a river with a bridge and city buildings in the background.

10. Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square

9.2 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Damon

RM656

RM748 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a sofa, and a large painting on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a landscaped area with trees, and a clear sky.

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Harmarville

9.5 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Thomas

RM529

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and an exit sign.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and yellow cushions, overlooking a river and a bridge.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, yellow chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 8.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Alex Michael

RM535

RM610 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small wooden table, a desk with a chair, a standing lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A rectangular indoor swimming pool with a blue tint, tiled edges, and a metal ladder.

A conference room with a long table, orange chairs, framed artwork on the wall, a flat-screen TV, and a water dispenser.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh - Monroeville by IHG

13 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Kevin

RM535

RM609 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

A spacious living area with a kitchen island, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and lounge chair.

A rooftop lounge with a modern design, featuring a large bed, seating area, and a view of a tall building in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a dining area in the background.

14. Etage Executive Living

Downtown Pittsburgh, 8.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Starr

RM732

RM834 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a countertop with fruits and a basket.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, a window with curtains, and a desk with a chair.

A covered porch with a white railing, a table with chairs, and a black sofa.

A spacious living area with hardwood flooring, a large patterned rug, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

15. Oakmont Inn

10 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

John

RM1,137

RM1,296 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

The entrance of the Hotel Monaco with a grand facade, a receptionist at the entrance, and a statue of a dog on the right.

A luxurious living room with a fireplace, plush blue sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A lobby with a yellow sofa, a chandelier, and birdcage decorations.

A restaurant interior with wooden paneling, a map on the wall, and diners seated at tables.

16. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh by IHG

Downtown Pittsburgh, 8.1 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Damion

RM902

RM1,028 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large cityscape mural, and a seating area with a railing.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and booths, a large cityscape mural on the wall, and a high ceiling with decorative moldings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, two framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and a view of city buildings.

17. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

Downtown Pittsburgh, 7.9 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Lisa

RM523

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott."

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

7.9 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Brandi

RM621

RM708 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone pillars, a fire pit, and wicker furniture.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave above the sink.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a brown ottoman, a large bed, a mirror, and a kitchen area.

A modern indoor space with a seating area, tables, and potted plants.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh / McCandless, PA

North Side, 12.6 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Frank

RM484

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, dishwasher, and a sink. There's a gray sofa in the adjacent living area, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of a red brick building.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a counter with food containers and a chalkboard menu.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

Strip District, 7.4 km from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Michael

RM565

RM645 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Maverick by Kasa	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh West - Greentree by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,185 reviews	View
Jefferson Hills Motel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville	9.2 Wonderful 747 reviews	View

Top Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Hotel Reviews

TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

8/10 Good

"The hotel use to be a school and they kept a lot of the history incorporated into the design"

Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

10/10 Excellent

"Parking is $12 per day but with in-out privileges Room included a full kitchen and den! The ice machine on the 3rd floor was broken but the kitchen staff kindly gave us ice. The potatoes with breakfast were VERY salty. Otherwise the complimentary breakfast was good."

The Maverick by Kasa

8/10 Good

"Nice property. Beds were close to the floor and they charge you for late check out."

The Inn on Negley

10/10 Excellent

"This Inn is beautiful, perfectly located within a couple minutes of downtown, very well maintained, breakfast was wonderful, the room was super comfortable with quality linens and a very comfortable batch. Wonderful staff as well, Peter gave us some history of Pittsburgh and some ideas to make our trip back home even better! We plan on coming back to Pittsburgh and staying here again."

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great"

Other attractions near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

This path winds its way through the center of Pittsburgh and ventures into the leafy suburbs filled with parks and football fields.

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Bayernhof Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bayernhof Museum during your travels in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Pittsburgh Glass Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pittsburgh Glass Center during your travels in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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Kelly Strayhorn Theater

You can make plans for a show at Kelly Strayhorn Theater on your trip to Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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East Liberty Presbyterian Church

After visiting East Liberty Presbyterian Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pittsburgh. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Bakery Square

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Bakery Square during your stay in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Center for PostNatural History

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Center for PostNatural History during your travels in Pittsburgh. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Gallerie CHIZ

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gallerie CHIZ in Pittsburgh. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is located in a vibrant area of Pittsburgh known for its stunning river views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 26 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

The Maverick by Kasa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and free WiFi. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Indigo Pittsburgh East Liberty by IHG and Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside.

How many hotels will I find close to Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium.

What can I see and do near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium?

Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Senator John Heinz Regional History Centre feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by Mellon Park, The Frick Pittsburgh and Heinz Memorial Chapel to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Pittsburgh Opera, Kelly Strayhorn Theater and Manor Theatre.

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Our top choices for Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium hotels

1. The Maverick by Kasa

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Bakery Square

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh West - Greentree by IHG

4. Jefferson Hills Motel

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Mills

7. Traveler's Rest Hotel

8. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Pittsburgh South

10. Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Harmarville

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburgh - Monroeville by IHG

14. Etage Executive Living

15. Oakmont Inn

16. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh by IHG

17. Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown

18. Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh / McCandless, PA

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh-Downtown

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Top Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Hotel Reviews

TRYP by Wyndham Pittsburgh/Lawrenceville

Hyatt House Pittsburgh/Bloomfield/Shadyside

The Maverick by Kasa

The Inn on Negley

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center

Other attractions near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Three Rivers Heritage Trail

Bayernhof Museum

Pittsburgh Glass Center

Kelly Strayhorn Theater

East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Bakery Square

Center for PostNatural History

Gallerie CHIZ

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