Top 10 Hotels Near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden in Cincinnati for 2026

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A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by black wicker chairs and teal cushions, overlooking a cityscape at sunset.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large TV screen.

A modern bar area with white and teal chairs, a red-framed table, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

A modern lobby with grey upholstered seating, wooden paneling, and large windows.

1. Hotel Celare, Cincinnati Midtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.9 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Shelley

P11,226

P13,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a checkered ceiling, colorful hanging lights, and a neon sign in the background.

A blue vintage car in a lobby with a staircase, a large mural, and patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a round table, colorful chairs, a sofa, and a TV.

A reception area with a coffee machine, a display of pencils, and a sign reading "POINDEXTER".

2. Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

Corryville, 0.9 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Monica

P9,205

P10,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a large abstract painting, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A swimming pool with a sunlit area, a sun porch with chairs, and a small table.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and drinks.

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

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area

1.9 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

James

P9,345

P11,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern breakfast area with a central island, a microwave, a juice dispenser, and a bakery sign.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and framed cityscape pictures on the wall.

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area

Corryville, 1.1 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

LESTER

P7,663

P9,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, hexagonal hanging lights, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern reception area with a curved wooden counter, a laptop, and a fruit display.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, two beds, a television, and a bathroom visible through a glass partition.

5. Springhill Suites by Marriott Midtown Cincinnati

Walnut Hills, 3.1 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Anara

P7,143

P8,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lounge area with sofas, ottomans, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a cityscape painting.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed, a desk, and a large window.

6. Comfort Suites Cincinnati University - Downtown

Mount Auburn, 2.2 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Madison

P6,517

P7,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in microwave, and a dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A MainStay Suites hotel with a brick facade and multiple windows.

7. MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

Mount Auburn, 2.2 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Gayle

P6,877

P8,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A breakfast bar with a self-serve coffee station, a refrigerated display case, and a microwave.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a sofa, a blue ottoman, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a bar.

A reception area with a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, and a digital kiosk.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown Clifton

2 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Charles

P5,813

P6,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A room with a modern chair, a table, a hanging light fixture, and a view through an archway to another room.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a round dining table with chairs, a bed with a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with multiple pillows, a side table, and a patterned rug.

9. Cincinnati's Fidelity Hotel

Cincinnati Central Business District, 4.6 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Sarah

P9,708

P11,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a television mounted above the bar, and a wine rack with bottles.

A room with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a painting above the fireplace.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by brick buildings and trees.

10. Best Western Premier Mariemont Inn

Mariemont, 11.5 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Lisa

P12,480

P14,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

An outdoor garden with a small pond, colorful flowers, a bridge, and a building labeled "EVENT CENTER".

A dining room with a red table set for a meal, a Christmas tree, and a cabinet with a lamp.

A fireplace with a brick mantle, surrounded by Christmas decorations including stockings, a garland, and a small Christmas village display.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a door, and a wall-mounted artwork.

11. Weller Haus Bed, Breakfast & Event Center

5 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Megan

P16,243

P18,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a coffee table, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, black and white rug, and abstract art on the wall.

12. Downtown Cincinnati 2BR | Walk to Reds & Casino

Cincinnati Central Business District, 4.4 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Ronda

P14,078

P21,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

An outdoor patio with a wooden pergola, stone walls, and a barbecue grill.

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

A hotel lobby with a central island, white cabinetry, a beverage refrigerator, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Cincinnati-Midtown, OH

Oakley, 7 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Gennifer

P8,125

P9,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a modern structure.

A restaurant interior with a brick wall, wooden barrels, and a neon sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, blue chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the street.

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

14. Hotel Covington Cincinnati Riverfront

6.8 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Chad

P11,797

P13,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a television.

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

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the sky through large windows, surrounded by red lounge chairs and a few tables.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati / Kenwood

13.3 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Raymond

P7,143

P8,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, lounge chairs, and a stone wall with lighting fixtures.

A modern kitchen area with a white countertop, a hexagonal patterned backsplash, and a hanging light fixture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a tiled floor and a wooden wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Cincinnati Oakley

Oakley, 6.9 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Mark

P9,909

P11,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A stone fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating with metal chairs and cushions.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

A modern kitchen area with a white countertop, a coffee machine, a fruit display, and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a kitchenette, and a small dining table.

17. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Cincinnati Oakley

Oakley, 6.9 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Bjorna

P9,031

P10,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of a modern building.

A modern hotel building with "Homewood Suites by Hilton" signage, outdoor seating area, and a large mural on the side.

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two single beds, a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV.

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Newport Cincinnati

6 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Chris

P7,231

P8,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A breakfast area with a coffee machine, a bakery display, and a waffle station.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a dining area.

A hotel reception area with a 'WELCOME TO THE BUCK EYE STATE' sign, a 'Hilton Honors' sign, and a snack kiosk.

A snack and treat section with shelves stocked with various brands and a central display for treats.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati Midtown Rookwood

Hyde Park, 5.5 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Kimberly

P7,663

P9,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern seating, and vibrant artwork.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view.

20. The Summit Hotel

9.2 km from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Mariah

P11,226

P13,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Celare, Cincinnati Midtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 349 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati	9.2 Wonderful 1,305 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Springhill Suites by Marriott Midtown Cincinnati	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden Hotel Reviews

The Westin Cincinnati

10/10 Excellent

"Great view of the city, clean room, friendly staff, close to all things in the downtown area."

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

10/10 Excellent

"My first time in Cincinnati and I wasn't sure about this hotel when I book"

Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and atmosphere!"

Comfort Suites Cincinnati University - Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Like the breakfast and everything seemed to in order for my one night stay."

Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay- clean room and great location!"

Cincinnati's Fidelity Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Brand new hotel. Huge rooms. Super clean and modern. Absolutely loved it. Better than a typical American 5 star hotel."

MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

8/10 Good

"Ignore the bad reviews about this place!! They really frightened me to the point where I almost did not show up. However, when I arrived I found a hotel that was well maintained, secure, and clean with helpful staff. Close to Cincinnati Children’s Hosptial and convenient for stays."

voco The Clair Cincinnati Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent check in process and very nice and friendly staff! Conveniently located in downtown Cincy with lots of nice restaurants nearby!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown Clifton

8/10 Good

"Great location"

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8.4/10 (1,802 reviews)

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Clifton Cultural Arts Center

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Fifth Third Arena

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Nippert Stadium

6.0/10 (1 review)

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First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati

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Wright House Bed & Breakfast

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden?

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is located in a welcoming area of Cincinnati known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 47 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden?

Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Other good options within a short distance include Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area and Landing Apartments Near University Of Cincinnati.

How many hotels are there close to Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. 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. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.

What can I see and do near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden?

You'll want to browse the collections at Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, and Taft Museum of Art. Explore landmarks like Cincinnati Music Hall, John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, and MainStrasse Village. You can catch a show at Aronoff Center for the Arts, Taft Theatre, and The Andrew J Brady Music Center.

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Our top choices for Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden hotels

1. Hotel Celare, Cincinnati Midtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2. Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati/Uptown-University Area

5. Springhill Suites by Marriott Midtown Cincinnati

6. Comfort Suites Cincinnati University - Downtown

7. MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown Clifton

9. Cincinnati's Fidelity Hotel

10. Best Western Premier Mariemont Inn

11. Weller Haus Bed, Breakfast & Event Center

12. Downtown Cincinnati 2BR | Walk to Reds & Casino

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Cincinnati-Midtown, OH

14. Hotel Covington Cincinnati Riverfront

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati / Kenwood

16. Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Cincinnati Oakley

17. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Cincinnati Oakley

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Newport Cincinnati

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati Midtown Rookwood

20. The Summit Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Top Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden Hotel Reviews

The Westin Cincinnati

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

Graduate by Hilton Cincinnati

Comfort Suites Cincinnati University - Downtown

Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront

Cincinnati's Fidelity Hotel

MainStay Suites Cincinnati University - Uptown

voco The Clair Cincinnati Downtown by IHG

Comfort Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown Clifton

Other attractions near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

University of Cincinnati

Clifton Cultural Arts Center

Fifth Third Arena

Nippert Stadium

First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati

Harriet Beecher Stowe House

Wright House Bed & Breakfast

William Howard Taft National Historic Site

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