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Our top choices for Louisville Zoo hotels

A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.

1. Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)
4.0 star property
2.1 km from Louisville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,621 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, room was great! Nice location, not too far from anything!"
United States
Patience
The price is P7,053
P8,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered parking area and a well-lit facade.

2. Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Louisville Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Cleanliness, parking and friendly staff"
United States
sostene
The price is P4,981
P5,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG
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3. Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Louisville Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice, staff was friendly, room was clean :)"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P5,555
P6,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, and a large window with blue curtains.

4. Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo

Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Louisville Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,263 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Bobi
The price is P4,394
P5,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo
A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'CANDLEWOOD SUITES' and a symmetrical facade with windows and greenery.

5. Candlewood Suites Louisville Airport by IHG

Candlewood Suites Louisville Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
1 km from Louisville Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (403 reviews)
"The customer service staff were amazing. Very helpful. And the place was very clean and new I enjoy my stay there. Thank you do much ☺️"
United States
Helen
The price is P4,666
P5,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Candlewood Suites Louisville Airport by IHG
A Red Roof Inn reception area with a clock, a sign indicating free Wi-Fi, and two leather chairs.

6. Red Roof Inn Louisville Fair and Expo

Red Roof Inn Louisville Fair and Expo
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Louisville Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with clean rooms and helpful staff"
United States
Caleb
The price is P3,803
P4,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Red Roof Inn Louisville Fair and Expo
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

7. Spark by Hilton Louisville Airport

Spark by Hilton Louisville Airport
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Louisville Zoo
7.4 out of 10, Good, (38 reviews)
"Wonderful very clean ND quiet get away"
United States
Jamaine
The price is P4,601
P5,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Spark by Hilton Louisville Airport
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, vending machines, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

8. Budgetel Inn & Suites

Budgetel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Louisville Zoo
6.0 out of 10, (648 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay and really enjoyed our time here. My boyfriend and I stayed for several days during a very busy weekend, and the staff was consistently friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. The hotel was undergoing some maintenance and renovations while we were there, but it did not negatively affect our stay. Everything we needed was available, and we were comfortable the entire time. Considering how busy the area was that weekend, everything was handled well and we had no...
United States
Megan Mae
The price is P3,909
P4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Budgetel Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville Airport

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville Airport
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Louisville Zoo
4.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"This place looked and smelled like trash. Room was ok at best, looking out the window only to see what appeared to be a drug deal right in the parking lot. Think I will skip this place next time."
United States
George
The price is P3,405
P4,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

10. Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport

Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport
2.0 star property
3.2 km from Louisville Zoo
6.2 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Near of the airport"
Canada
Jerome
The price is P3,324
P3,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport
A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden roof, a grill, and a small bar area.

11. Candlewood Suites Louisville Fair Expo Center by IHG

Candlewood Suites Louisville Fair Expo Center by IHG
2.5 star property
5.7 km from Louisville Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The hotel is brand newa"
United States
Irvia
The price is P6,872
P8,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Candlewood Suites Louisville Fair Expo Center by IHG
A grand staircase with a wooden handrail and carpeted steps, leading to an upper floor.

12. Louisville Bourbon Inn

Louisville Bourbon Inn
5.0 star property
Old Louisville, 5.7 km from Louisville Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Absolutely the best B&B we have ever stayed with."
United States
Roy
The price is P19,545
P22,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Louisville Bourbon Inn
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by blue walls and large windows.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Louisville East Oxmoor

Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Louisville East Oxmoor
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Louisville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (269 reviews)
"Room was very spacious, bathroom had great lighting, bed was extremely comfortable!!"
United States
Richard
The price is P7,483
P8,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Louisville East Oxmoor
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville East/Oxmoor

Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville East/Oxmoor
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Louisville Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"This was a wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Grant
The price is P10,340
P12,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville East/Oxmoor
A wooden deck with a table, chairs, and a lantern.

15. Inn at Woodhaven

Inn at Woodhaven
5.0 star property
St. Matthews, 7.4 km from Louisville Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Amazing owners, we felt genuinely taken care of, historic property is wonderful to come back to each day, beds and shower were wonderful, breakfast was delicious and a highlight "
United States
Brian
The price is P15,056
P17,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Inn at Woodhaven
A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Mall of St. Matthews

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Mall of St. Matthews
3.0 star property
St. Matthews, 8.2 km from Louisville Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, clean and tidy room"
United States
Michael
The price is P6,256
P7,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Mall of St. Matthews
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by arched windows and a tiled floor.

17. Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Louisville East

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Louisville East
3.0 star property
St. Matthews, 8 km from Louisville Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,117 reviews)
"Rooms were excellent and very clean"
United States
Vickie
The price is P5,466
P6,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Louisville East
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and orange cushions, a stone fire pit, and a covered patio with a grill.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Louisville Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232 reviews)
"Easy parking, clean, son enjoyed the swimming pool, and breakfast was good!"
United States
Melissa
The price is P7,314
P8,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Louisville Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (503 reviews)
"Nice size room. Small, comfortable hotel."
United States
RonNeisha
The price is P6,185
P7,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the city skyline at sunset.

20. Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu

Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu
3.5 star property
Phoenix Hill, 5.9 km from Louisville Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,155 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Addison
The price is P6,411
P7,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Tempo By Hilton Louisville Downtown Nulu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Louisville Zoo

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,621 reviews
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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered parking area and a well-lit facade.
Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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Room
Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,006 reviews
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A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, and a large window with blue curtains.
Wingate by Wyndham Louisville Fair and Expo
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,263 reviews
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A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'CANDLEWOOD SUITES' and a symmetrical facade with windows and greenery.
Candlewood Suites Louisville Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
403 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Louisville Zoo

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered parking area and a well-lit facade.

Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG
2.5 star property
Hayfield Dundee
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007)
The price is P4,981
P5,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Holiday Inn Express Louisville Airport Expo Center by IHG

Top Louisville Zoo Hotel Reviews

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

10/10 Excellent
"Easy to book online while we were driving. Easy access to/from the interstate. New, clean, quiet, and a great night’s sleep. Will stay here again if I ever have the need. Highly recommend!"
Cindy 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

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8.6/10 (489 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Louisville Zoo?
Louisville Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Louisville known for its beautiful river views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Louisville Zoo?
Candlewood Suites Louisville Airport by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Louisville Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) and Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG.
How many hotels are there close to Louisville Zoo?
Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Louisville Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Louisville Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival 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. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Louisville Zoo.
What can I see and do near Louisville Zoo?
You'll want to browse the collections at Speed Art Museum, Kentucky Derby Museum, and Muhammad Ali Center. Historic Frankfort Avenue, Whiskey Row, and Union Station are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Headliners Music Hall, Louisville Palace, and Broadway Theatre if you're interested in local theater.