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Our top choices for St. Louis Zoo hotels

The exterior of the Charles F. Knight Center with a stone facade, large arched entrance, and a sign above the doors.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fountain, and a view of a tower.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A buffet setup with various food items, a coffee station, and a refrigerator with beverages.

1. The Knight Center at Washington University

The Knight Center at Washington University
2.5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Rosalyn
RM528
RM607 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Knight Center at Washington University
Two coffee roasters, 'Bold' and 'Decaf', by Kelso+Bros, with a forest-themed design.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bicycle in the background.
Room
Business centre

2. Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Forest Park

Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Forest Park
2 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Tammy
RM551
RM644 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Forest Park
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pool table, surrounded by large windows.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a view of the lobby.
A snack and treat display with various products, including chips and beverages, in a store setting.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
Dogtown, 1 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Melissa
RM532
RM627 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a courtyard with palm trees.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a large mirror above the bar.
A grand lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a decorative ceiling.
A bar area with a marble counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

4. The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
Central West End, 2.5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Kristina
RM547
RM765 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and wall-mounted artwork.
A rooftop terrace with seating areas, a decorative moon sculpture, and string lights.
A rooftop restaurant with round tables, chairs, and a view of the city.
A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and an exit sign.

5. Moonrise Hotel

Moonrise Hotel
2.4 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Jessie
RM658
RM782 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Moonrise Hotel
A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, built-in bar with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a bar area, and a seating space.
A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a sign reading "AC HOTEL CENTRAL WEST END".

6. AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End
Central West End, 2.6 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Janice
RM586
RM691 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End
A grand building with a fountain in front.
A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a bar counter.
A restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.
A traditional building with a stone facade, large windows, and outdoor seating area with wicker furniture.

7. The Cheshire

The Cheshire
1.4 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Matthew
RM606
RM719 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Cheshire
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.
A group of people sitting on a couch in a well-lit room with a large plant and a floor lamp.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a parking lot, and a sign for a restaurant.

8. Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG

Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG
Central West End, 2.7 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Lydia
RM473
RM603 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, cushioned benches, and a covered patio with string lights.
A hotel room with a bed, a pink sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of a building.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker.
A hotel coffee shop with a coffee machine, mugs, and a buffet area.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park
The Grove, 2.6 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
MARY
RM634
RM742 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a blue armchair, a sofa, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cabinets.
A hotel room with a sofa, a blue armchair, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a bed.
A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a reception desk.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park
Central West End, 2.5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Loleta
RM607
RM716 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a large window.
A lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view through glass doors.
A conference room with a floral carpet, tables with chairs, and a large orange pendant light.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

11. Forest Park Hotel by MDR

Forest Park Hotel by MDR
The Hill, 1.9 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Kevan
RM296
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Forest Park Hotel by MDR
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a bed, a mirror, and a coffee maker.
A Red Roof Plus hotel with a stone facade, a parking lot, and a covered outdoor area.
A Red Roof Plus hotel lobby with two leather chairs, a coffee station, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
A reception area with a counter, a clock, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi availability.

12. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ St Louis - Forest Park/ Hampton Ave 

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ St Louis - Forest Park/ Hampton Ave 
The Hill, 2 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Sean
RM306
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ St Louis - Forest Park/ Hampton Ave 
A bathroom with a white sink, dark wooden door, and a shower area with striped glass walls.
A room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a radiator.
A modern interior with a staircase, a large abstract painting, and a seating area with a glass coffee table.
A room with a green armchair, a round table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

13. Truitt Hotel

Truitt Hotel
Lafayette Square, 6.8 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Gabrielle
RM686
RM832 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Truitt Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a 'Step Down' sign.
A Drury Plaza Hotel with a large parking lot and multiple cars parked in front.
A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a patterned ceiling.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and ottomans, and a patterned rug.

14. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood
4.8 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
angelia
RM522
RM620 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood
A red brick building with a gabled roof and arched windows.
A dining table set with plates, a pitcher, and a fruit bowl.
A hallway with framed artwork on the walls and a poster advertising an event.
A room with blue walls, a ceiling fan, a wooden cabinet, and a checkered chair with a yellow cushion.

15. Benton Park Inn

Benton Park Inn
Benton Park, 7.3 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Lindsay
RM608
RM711 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Benton Park Inn
A log cabin with a stone chimney, a porch with a stone railing, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A cozy bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a television on a wooden stand.
A stone fireplace with a wooden mantel, surrounded by rustic decor and a wooden ceiling.
A rustic wooden bed with a quilt, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

16. The Lodge at Grant's Trail

The Lodge at Grant's Trail
10.4 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Sherri
RM771
RM895 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Lodge at Grant's Trail
A modern hotel lobby with a glass facade, seating area, and a staircase.
A bar area with a bartender, a bar counter with various bottles, and a view of the Gateway Arch.
A room with large windows overlooking a bridge and water, featuring wooden chairs and a small table.
A modern dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view of a bridge, and a stone accent wall.

17. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

Four Seasons Hotel St Louis
9.3 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Nicole
RM1,530
RM1,789 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Four Seasons Hotel St Louis
A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, a bar, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern bar area with a central fire feature, bar stools, and seating.
The exterior of the Clark & Bourbon hotel with a well-lit entrance, a marquee sign, and a landscaped planter area.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, a kitchen in the background, and hanging light fixtures.

18. Live by Loews - St.Louis

Live by Loews - St.Louis
Downtown St. Louis, 8.5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
brandon
RM567
RM675 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Live by Loews - St.Louis
A multi-story building with a grand entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade at night.
A hallway with a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A wooden table set for a meal under a tent with string lights, surrounded by chairs on a grassy area.
A dining room with two tables, chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

19. Grand Center Inn

Grand Center Inn
5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Leon and Janis
RM730
RM861 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grand Center Inn
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a reception desk, and large windows offering views of the parking area.
A spacious indoor area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and large windows, featuring multiple seating areas with sofas and chairs, and a visible outdoor view through the windows.
A seating area with three grey armchairs and a central glass-top table, a wooden floor, and a view of parked cars through large windows.

20. Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport

Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
13.5 km from St. Louis Zoo
United States
Curtiss
RM367
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport
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Compare popular hotels close to St. Louis Zoo

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
The exterior of the Charles F. Knight Center with a stone facade, large arched entrance, and a sign above the doors.
The Knight Center at Washington University
9.4
Exceptional
712 reviews
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Two coffee roasters, 'Bold' and 'Decaf', by Kelso+Bros, with a forest-themed design.
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Forest Park
9.4
Exceptional
1,025 reviews
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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pool table, surrounded by large windows.
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a courtyard with palm trees.
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and wall-mounted artwork.
Moonrise Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
2,049 reviews
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Top St. Louis Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

10/10 Excellent
"Great day. Very nice property."
Tom 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay

Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay

8/10 Good
"Breakfast is awesome and definitely worth it. However, this hotel is very outdated, very chopped up floor plan and would definitely be elevated by a remodel."
Stephanie 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room staff was awesome. Recommend."
MARY 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis/Forest Park
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

10/10 Excellent
"Everything at this hotel was perfect. From the valet to the front desk to the breakfast were so friendly and nice. We will definitely stay here again. The location is also perfect"
Janice 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End

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9.0/10 (584 reviews)
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A modern building with large glass windows and a garden with red and pink tulips.

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The Muny Theater

8.6/10 (7 reviews)
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A gazebo with columns and a dome roof, surrounded by a pond and greenery.

Pagoda Circle

As one of the cornerstones of Forest Park for about a century, this grassy island and its bandstand offer an excellent concert spot.
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A stone fountain with water cascading down a tiered structure, surrounded by a pond and a grassy area with a building in the background.

Forest Park

9.2/10 (3,389 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Louis Zoo?
St. Louis Zoo is located in a welcoming area of St. Louis known for its popular zoo and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near St. Louis Zoo?
The Cheshire 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 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from St. Louis Zoo. Another good choice is Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.
How many hotels are there close to St. Louis Zoo?
Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St. Louis Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Louis Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near St. Louis Zoo.
What can I see and do near St. Louis Zoo?
Study the collections at St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis Science Center or Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis. While you're exploring, swing by St. Louis Union Station, Jewel Box and Cherokee Street to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at The Muny Theater, Fox Theater and St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.