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A grand staircase with a chandelier, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpeted floor.

A grand room with a staircase, wooden paneling, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement on a table.

A Victorian-style house with a curved bay window, green columns, and a porch with string lights.

A traditional room with wooden furniture, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a red carpet.

1. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Joesph C

6.243.600 ₫

7.211.358 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of a tall tower in the background.

A rooftop lounge with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a cityscape view.

A person lying on a bed in a hotel room with a large window offering a city view.

A formal dining area with tables set for six, large windows with a cityscape view, and white floral arrangements on either side.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Center City West, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

sebastian

31.218.000 ₫

36.328.387 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A modern building with a sign reading "The Study" and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a seating area, and a library.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, glass railings, and hanging pendant lights.

3. The Study at University City

University City, 1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Sanya

5.968.322 ₫

6.945.335 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with a large mirror, leather sofas, a coffee table with a plant, and a bookshelf filled with books and plants.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'MAJ' sign on the facade, featuring large windows and a brick exterior.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a colorful abstract painting, a brown leather sofa, a white coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

An outdoor seating area with a round metal table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

4. The Maj Hotel

1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Anthony

4.916.835 ₫

5.678.944 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

A long indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, lounge chairs, and a modern interior design.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious reading area with leather seating, tables, and bookshelves, featuring large windows and a view of city buildings.

5. Fitler Club

Center City West, 2.4 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Scott

6.128.484 ₫

7.078.399 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings and a person sitting by a window.

A table set for a tea service with a tiered tray, teapot, cups, saucers, and a vase with flowers.

A dark-themed library with a fireplace, bookshelves, and leather chairs.

A modern spa and club interior with a reception desk, shelves of products, and a wooden floor.

6. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

Rittenhouse Square, 3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Diane

12.851.410 ₫

16.014.776 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a dining area, a statue, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a granite countertop, a large flat-screen TV, and a decorative fruit and cheese board.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

A buffet setup with various food items, a clock, and decorative items on shelves.

7. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

University City, 2 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Hilda

4.799.768 ₫

5.585.490 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with a fire feature, and a view of the sunset.

A modern bar area with a bartender, a woman seated at a table, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with large windows, lounge chairs, and a poolside area.

A modern conference room with a long table set for a meeting, large windows offering a city view, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

8. AKA University City

University City, 2.4 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Emily

5.560.706 ₫

7.227.770 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and an American flag.

A spacious banquet hall with round tables, clear chairs, and elegant chandeliers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a green sofa, a beige armchair, and a chandelier.

9. The Westin Philadelphia

Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo

mary

5.177.980 ₫

6.025.616 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, wooden arches, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large wooden bookshelf.

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

A bar setting with a person holding a drink, a lamp, and a bar counter.

10. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Zachary

5.361.692 ₫

7.086.969 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lobby with two elevators, a reception desk, and a glass door leading outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and elevators.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a vase of orange flowers.

A modern apartment with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a washing machine, and a closed door.

11. 4211 Suites

1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Lawrence

3.465.666 ₫

4.032.997 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious rooftop dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and string lights.

A modern lounge area with a curved orange sofa, wooden tables, and a circular light fixture.

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, a suitcase, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

12. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

LaTasha

3.164.813 ₫

3.682.893 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase with glass railings, and a decorative chandelier.

A high-rise building with a glass balcony overlooking a cityscape.

13. The Windsor Suites

Logan Square, 2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Nik

3.492.513 ₫

4.064.238 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop lounge with a fire feature, seating with patterned cushions, and a city view at sunset.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a bar.

A landscaped area with a water feature, potted plants, and a building in the background.

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a clear sign reading "The Logan," and a parking area with cars.

14. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

Logan Square, 2.7 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Stacy

5.631.727 ₫

6.553.641 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with artificial grass, tables, chairs, and hanging lights against a cityscape backdrop.

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

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.

15. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

University City, 1.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

irene

4.375.723 ₫

5.092.028 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a covered area with a pergola.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a large window with a city view, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern kitchen with large windows, a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

16. Sosuite at The Onyx - Museum District

Logan Square, 3.1 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Yenalesi

2.973.514 ₫

3.434.409 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape with a clock tower.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

A modern hotel exterior with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, outdoor seating area, and a visible restaurant named 'Art Bar'.

17. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 3 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Megin

3.929.020 ₫

5.177.165 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, a receptionist, and a wall with multiple shelves containing plants and decorative items.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a plant.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple windows.

18. AKA Rittenhouse Square

Center City West, 3.2 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Karl

6.342.375 ₫

8.137.544 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Homewood Suites Hilton."

A spacious indoor area with large windows, multiple seating arrangements, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel corridor with glass doors, potted plants, and a reception desk.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

2 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Maria

4.458.451 ₫

5.188.300 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, with a sign for Goodseed Suites and a WiFi sign.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There are two windows providing natural light and a view of the outside.

A kitchen with a white cabinet, a toaster, a coffee maker, and a tiled backsplash.

A corner room with a desk, chair, and large windows.

20. Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center

2.9 km from Philadelphia Zoo

Sarem

1.463.343 ₫

4.811.962 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Philadelphia Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Gables B&B Philadelphia	9.8 Exceptional 486 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center	9.8 Exceptional 314 reviews	View
The Study at University City	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Maj Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
Fitler Club	9.4 Exceptional 410 reviews	View

Top Philadelphia Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

10/10 Excellent

"Easy, clean, friendly, and a coffee shop on site"

The Study at University City

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and well appointed. The staff was very helpful. We had an excellent breakfast in the restaurant in the morning."

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience, go Sheraton!"

The Windsor Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Superb part of town, Everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. Rooftop has a heated pool and observation deck that was fun to unwind in at the end of the way. Staff was super friendly and welcoming. Elevators were at the very front as soon as you walked in the entrance, so coming and going was super easy and convenient at all hours for the day. (Or night 😄) Housekeeping was polite and took care of the room in a timely manner. Will definitely return to this hotel when I re-visit Philly."

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

8/10 Good

"Good Breakfast ! Nice Hotel close to everything"

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are very kind caring thoughtful"

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"Room service should not be delivered in to go containers and paper cups with plastic utensils at a hotel of this level."

4211 Suites

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was very good. The room was clean and spacious, and the staff were helpful."

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"He came to Philly for a concert and to visit a few sites. The hotel location was perfect for us. The staff member who helped me during the check in was very nice and helpful. The room was clean and the bed super comfortable!"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philadelphia Zoo?

Philadelphia Zoo is located in a vibrant area of Philadelphia known for its popular art scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 127 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Philadelphia Zoo?

Expedia has 127 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Philadelphia Zoo.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Philadelphia Zoo.

What can I see and do near Philadelphia Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rodin Museum and Barnes Foundation. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Rocky Steps, Eastern State Penitentiary and Franklin Field. You can catch a show at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre and The Met Philadelphia.

How can I get to Philadelphia Zoo?

With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near Philadelphia Zoo is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations like Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop, 49th & Girard Ave Stop and Lancaster Ave & Girard Ave Stop. If you're taking a train into town, Philadelphia Wynnefield Avenue Station, Philadelphia Overbrook Station and Philadelphia 49th Street Station are the stations closest to West Philadelphia.

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Our top choices for Philadelphia Zoo hotels

1. The Gables B&B Philadelphia

2. Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

3. The Study at University City

4. The Maj Hotel

5. Fitler Club

6. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia

7. The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel

8. AKA University City

9. The Westin Philadelphia

10. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square

11. 4211 Suites

12. Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

13. The Windsor Suites

14. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton

15. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

16. Sosuite at The Onyx - Museum District

17. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

18. AKA Rittenhouse Square

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

20. Goodseed Suites Philadelphia Center

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Top Philadelphia Zoo Hotel Reviews

Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

The Study at University City

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Windsor Suites

Element by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton University City

The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4211 Suites

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Other attractions near Philadelphia Zoo

Boathouse Row

Smith Memorial Arch

Sweetbriar

Lemon Hill

Strawberry Green Driving Range

Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Education Center

John Coltrane Site

Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center

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