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An outdoor patio area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of a building.

A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel with a well-lit entrance, a signboard, and a pathway leading to the building.

A bar with a city skyline view, bottles of alcohol, glasses, and a wine cooler.

1. Spicers Balfour Brisbane

New Farm, 0.8 km from The Zoo

Michael

RM842

RM926 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the city.

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a tiled deck, a covered seating area, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a red car parked in front.

2. Il Mondo Boutique Hotel

Kangaroo Point, 1.3 km from The Zoo

Jim

RM641

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

An aerial view of a swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A multi-story building with a covered outdoor seating area, columns, and greenery.

A modern restaurant with round tables, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with stools.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and check-in counters.

3. The Calile Hotel

Fortitude Valley, 0.4 km from The Zoo

Sophie

RM1,218

RM1,340 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A rooftop restaurant with outdoor seating, stone walls, and hanging plants.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, two ottomans, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A person lying on a sunbed by a poolside with a view of a modern building and trees in the background.

4. The Alva Hotel Brisbane, Vignette Collection by IHG

Fortitude Valley, 0.3 km from The Zoo

Troy

RM548

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A rooftop lounge area with sun loungers, wooden flooring, and hanging wicker lamps.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent illuminated sign reading "THE VALLEY".

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A rooftop bar with seating, a pool, and city views at dusk.

5. Ovolo Brisbane Fortitude Valley, a Wyndham Hotel

Fortitude Valley, 0.6 km from The Zoo

Ranine

RM679

RM747 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and modern architecture.

A restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a central seating area with a cushioned bench.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a green sofa, and a view of a bridge outside the window.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table.

6. Crystalbrook Vincent

Brisbane Central Business District, 0.5 km from The Zoo

Nate

RM751

RM826 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings and palm trees.

A lobby with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror reflecting a living area with a sofa and a table, and a view of greenery outside.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, chairs, and a view of the street outside.

7. Royal On The Park

Brisbane Central Business District, 1.8 km from The Zoo

Laura

RM522

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, a dining area with white furniture, and a lounge with a sofa and chairs.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and umbrellas.

An office space with glass walls, a meeting table with chairs, and two large abstract paintings.

A modern living room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a drum.

8. The Johnson Brisbane - Art Series

Spring Hill, 1.3 km from The Zoo

Chantelle

RM449

RM494 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a classic facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.

A hotel entrance with a red brick wall, wooden doors, and large potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative lighting.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, oven, and sink. There is a small trash bin and a decorative wall piece.

9. Royal Albert Hotel

Brisbane Central Business District, 1.7 km from The Zoo

Allen

RM488

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a table, a potted plant, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A high-rise room with a large window offering a city view, a wicker chair, and a small table.

10. Kooii Apartments

Fortitude Valley, 0.2 km from The Zoo

Gavin

RM526

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern indoor pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A modern apartment with a balcony, large windows, and a view of surrounding high-rise buildings.

A modern living room with a city view, a round coffee table, and a blue sofa.

11. The Westin Brisbane

Brisbane Central Business District, 1.7 km from The Zoo

Candice

RM845

RM929 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, potted plants, and a view of a cityscape.

A spacious room with large windows, a sofa with cushions, and three people exercising on mats.

Two people seated at a round table with a red umbrella overhead.

An outdoor dining area with a bar, seating, and a view of a building.

12. LyLo Brisbane

Fortitude Valley, 0.4 km from The Zoo

Selena

RM485

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with two sofas, and a wooden floor.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

A cozy living area with a brown sofa, a small round ottoman, a plate with a croissant and a cup of coffee, and a side table with a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a ceiling light.

13. Punthill Spring Hill

Spring Hill, 1.2 km from The Zoo

Adam

RM544

RM599 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lounge area with a large window, multiple seating options, and a patterned rug.

A historic building with a central entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating 'The Inchmole'.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a city view through large windows.

A hotel entrance with a glass canopy, a small outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, and a signboard.

14. The Inchcolm by Ode Hotels

Spring Hill, 1.2 km from The Zoo

Murray

RM582

RM641 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An aerial view of a hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and pathways.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a cityscape view.

A high-rise building with multiple balconies, a covered entrance, and a street in front.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned rug, and a round coffee table.

15. Kingstreet Residences

Bowen Hills, 0.7 km from The Zoo

Jeff

RM518

RM570 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a large tree decorated with lights.

A modern hotel with a prominent "RYDGES" sign, featuring a clean architectural design with multiple floors and large windows.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a brick wall with a kitchen area visible in the background.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

16. Rydges Fortitude Valley

Bowen Hills, 0.8 km from The Zoo

Richard

RM487

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with a blue mosaic floor and walls, a central light fixture, and metal railings along the sides.

A modern gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, and a glass partition separating the living area from the bedroom.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and outdoor seating.

17. Capri by Fraser, Brisbane

Brisbane Central Business District, 1.8 km from The Zoo

Alica

RM523

RM576 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

A hotel room with a balcony, two wicker chairs with yellow cushions, a small table with a plate and a cup, and a view of a building with multiple windows.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.

18. Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

Brisbane Central Business District, 1.9 km from The Zoo

RM449

RM494 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A person in a white robe sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks.

A person standing by a window with a view of a cityscape, including buildings and construction cranes.

Two people sitting at a table with bowls of food, a lamp, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

19. Point Hotel

Kangaroo Point, 1.8 km from The Zoo

Adam

RM524

RM577 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern room with a glass wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a construction crane outside.

A narrow outdoor space with artificial grass, colorful stools, and a mural with abstract shapes.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, metal railings, a staircase, and a reception area.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with white linens, a modern headboard, and a bedside table with a phone.

20. The Constance

Fortitude Valley, 0.2 km from The Zoo

Tamara

RM546

RM600 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Spicers Balfour Brisbane	9.6 Exceptional 356 reviews	View
Il Mondo Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 574 reviews	View
The Calile Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 506 reviews	View
The Alva Hotel Brisbane, Vignette Collection by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 508 reviews	View
Ovolo Brisbane Fortitude Valley, a Wyndham Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top The Zoo Hotel Reviews

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was very nice, and the view from the room of Brisbane was incredible. Great location for wandering around the city. Lots of good food nearby."

InterContinental Brisbane by IHG

8/10 Good

"Good location. Quite pricey"

Amora Hotel Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

"Room was available early, lovely & clean, staff very accommodating"

Rydges Fortitude Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Always excellent, room, beds etc my only feedback is not to send a text at 8.30am to say checkout is ready when it then wakes up the person who's trying to have a sleep in from a late night and checkout isn't until 11am."

Evolution Apartments

10/10 Excellent

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Sage Hotel James Street

8/10 Good

"Nice location, staff were super helpful and friendly, bed wasn’t very comfortable though. Overall a good stay."

The Star Grand Brisbane

8/10 Good

"Ordered breakfast and was never put through kitchen and when asked the staff just casually apologised and moved on with their work Wanted some printing done and it was a big effort from reception to get it done Apart from that it was a nice experience"

CLLIX Brisbane Skytower Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean modern apartments with great views!"

Meriton Suites Adelaide Street, Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

"It felt like home. The staff was courteous & kind. Tended to all my needs , answered all me queries with proper guidance to get myself around the city. Pls do stay here if you happen to visit Perth."

Other attractions near The Zoo

Three closed blue roller doors in a gallery or warehouse.

Institute of Modern Art

Delve into Brisbane’s burgeoning arts scene in “The Judy,” where you can see the latest exhibits at one of Australia’s oldest independent art galleries.

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A building with a sign for 'Contemporary Arts' and 'Art House Coffee'.

Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts

8.0/10 (1 review)

If you live and breathe art, don’t miss this modern art space in a former warehouse in the heart of one of Brisbane’s most energetic and creative districts.

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A stone lion statue on a city street with a red canopy and a sign that reads "China".

Chinatown Mall

7.4/10 (52 reviews)

Sample authentic and affordable Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean cuisine in this typical Asian precinct in the heart of Brisbane’s bustling Fortitude Valley.

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A waterfront promenade with a view of a city skyline and a river.

Howard Smith Wharves

9.4/10 (90 reviews)

During your trip to Brisbane, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Howard Smith Wharves. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Fortitude Music Hall

After visiting Fortitude Music Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Visit the shops and lively bars in this romantic area.

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Brunswick Street Mall

8.0/10 (71 reviews)

During your trip to Brisbane, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Brunswick Street Mall. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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James Street

9.0/10 (61 reviews)

During your visit to Brisbane, you can enjoy retail therapy at James Street. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Queensland Military Memorial Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Queensland Military Memorial Museum during your travels in Brisbane. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Zoo?

The Zoo is located in Brisbane. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 647 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to The Zoo?

Adjacent to The Zoo, The Constance is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices close by include Amora Hotel Brisbane and Kennigo Hotel Brisbane, Independent Collection by EVT.

How many hotels will I be able to find near The Zoo?

Expedia has 647 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Zoo.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near The Zoo.

What can I see and do near The Zoo?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art or Queensland Museum. Sights like Story Bridge, Brisbane Customs House and Newstead House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at Tivoli, Brisbane Powerhouse and Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts.

How can I get to The Zoo?

If you're taking a train to the area, Brisbane Fortitude Valley Station is the closest station to Fortitude Valley. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near to The Zoo so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for The Zoo hotels

1. Spicers Balfour Brisbane

2. Il Mondo Boutique Hotel

3. The Calile Hotel

4. The Alva Hotel Brisbane, Vignette Collection by IHG

5. Ovolo Brisbane Fortitude Valley, a Wyndham Hotel

6. Crystalbrook Vincent

7. Royal On The Park

8. The Johnson Brisbane - Art Series

9. Royal Albert Hotel

10. Kooii Apartments

11. The Westin Brisbane

12. LyLo Brisbane

13. Punthill Spring Hill

14. The Inchcolm by Ode Hotels

15. Kingstreet Residences

16. Rydges Fortitude Valley

17. Capri by Fraser, Brisbane

18. Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

19. Point Hotel

20. The Constance

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Top The Zoo Hotel Reviews

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

InterContinental Brisbane by IHG

Amora Hotel Brisbane

Rydges Fortitude Valley

Evolution Apartments

Sage Hotel James Street

The Star Grand Brisbane

CLLIX Brisbane Skytower Apartments

Meriton Suites Adelaide Street, Brisbane

Other attractions near The Zoo

Institute of Modern Art

Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts

Chinatown Mall

Howard Smith Wharves

Fortitude Music Hall

Brunswick Street Mall

James Street

Queensland Military Memorial Museum

Frequently asked questions