Enjoy Your Stay In The Heart of Houston, Texas With These Hotels Near The Zoo

Caroline
Caroline 
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Located in the heart of Texas’ largest city, Houston Zoo is the second most visited zoo in the entire country. Based in the city’s Museum District, the zoo and its surrounding area offer a multitude of ways to learn, observe, and bask in culture, arts, and history. And of course, since the zoo is located within Hermann Park, this also makes for a great opportunity to enjoy nature under the Texas sun. This makes the zoo area a very family friendly location for your stay in Texas, although you will also surely enjoy your stay in these hotels if you come alone or with your significant other! Enjoy your stay in the heart of Houston, Texas with these hotels near the Houston Zoo.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 09, 2024.

1. Houston Marriott at the Texas Medical Center/Museum District (from USD 269)

Conveniently located just 0.4 miles (0.6 km) away from the zoo, this hotel is prized for its great views of the city of Houston. Inside the rooms, you will also be pleased by modern and sleek furniture that not only looks good but also feels good (as proved by the reviews raving about how comfortable the beds are). The rooms are furnished with all the necessary toiletries, a mini bar, and, as a plus, a bathtub in every bathroom. And if you come to Houston at the unfortunate colder season, you can still enjoy the indoor pool and the hot tub!

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Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6580 Fannin Street
1.72 km (1.1 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

2. Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center (from USD 157)

The Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center has a multitude of larger rooms (sleeps 4 to 5 people), making it perfect for families. Whether you’re in Houston for a vacation or for more serious matters, the Hilton hotel offers several ways to relax, such as the bar, the gym, and even a large rooftop pool. The hotel also has a restaurant. This makes the Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center hotel a pretty affordable yet still very comfortable option for your stay in Houston, Texas! The hotel is a short distance away from the Houston Zoo, a must visit if traveling with children.

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Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6633 Travis Street
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace

3. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Houston Medical Center (from USD 90)

Though a little distance away from the zoo, this hotel has a very warm atmosphere to it with its cozy, comfortable rooms. People who have stayed in the SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Houston Medical Center have especially enjoyed the quiet environment, the welcoming staff, and the convenient location. And the bonuses that you’ll love: free breakfast, free parking, the indoor pool, and a hot tub.

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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Houston Medical Center

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6700 Main Street
2.07 km (1.3 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

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4. Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District (from USD 269)

A mere 15 minutes’ walk from the Houston Zoo’s main entrance, this hotel is both convenient and reliable, as shown by the amazing reviews it has and its unbeatable location. But more than just convenient, the Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District has many amenities to make you feel relaxed and taken care of: indoor and outdoor pools, a spa area (in which you can get a massage), a bar, a gym, and a restaurant. Everything has a very classy, opulent and luxurious vibe, so if that’s something you’re into, you’re going to love this hotel.

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Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 5701 Main Street
283 meters (0.2 ft) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

5. Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites (from USD 134)

Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites is filled with amenities to bring you comfort and peace of mind: a spa area, a pool, a bar, a gym (that previous visitors have especially loved), but also a business center if you’re in Houston for work! As well, they have several very spacious rooms with a living room area and/or a fully equipped kitchen. The Houston Zoo is located at a distance of 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from the hotel.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6800 Main Street
2.23 km (1.4 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms

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6. Extended Stay America - Houston - Med. Ctr. - NRG Park - Braeswood Blvd. (from USD 67)

What really sets this hotel apart from the other hotels in this article, is that Extended Stay America, as the name suggests, has all rooms catered for longer stays. What this means is that the rooms are large, and fully equipped with a kitchen (stovetop, microwave, fridge), working space, and small living room area. The hotel also features laundry and ironing services, as well as a gym, making it incredibly convenient for longer stays. They also have lots of large rooms for families and, wait for it, they allow pets! The Houston Zoo is also very near the hotel, at a distance of mere 0.9 miles (1.5 km).

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Extended Stay America Suites - Houston - Med Ctr - NRG Park - Braeswood Blvd

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1301 S, Braeswood Blve
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

7. Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown (from USD 62)

Our most affordable option on this list may be cheap, but it can still cater to all your needs. The rooms are simple but comfortable and have all the basics such as a mini fridge and a microwave, and some rooms are family friendly. This hotel is especially convenient, with the 24/7 front desk, flexible check-ins, and its proximity to the zoo (it is just five minutes’ by car).

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Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2419 Riverside Drive
1.27 km (0.8 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Free parking Internet services Heating Fax/photocopying

8. Hotel Ylem (from USD 98)

This hotel is a great midpoint in terms of price, without sacrificing quality and comfort. According to reviews, the rooms are very clean, comfortable, and have an interesting stylish look. With the basic amenities, one of this hotel’s strong point is also how well equipped it is for disabled people. Overall, this hotel definitely seems like a unique gem. The Houston Zoo is less than 3.10 miles (5 km) from the hotel.

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Hotel Ylem

Address: 8080 Main Street
4.07 km (2.6 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Medical Center-NRG Park (from USD 137)

The Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Medical Center-NRG Park doesn’t have as many amenities as some of the other listings, but if you just want the basic necessities, coupled with affordable, clean, and comfortable rooms, this hotel is a great option. Previous visitors have especially loved the quality of food for breakfast, and the professionalism of the staff. This hotel also has some rooms suitable for families or larger groups. Another plus point for the Hampton Inn & Suites is its proximity to major tourist attractions like the Houston Zoo, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Texas Southern University etc.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Medical Center-NRG Park

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1715 Old Spanish Trail
3.21 km (2.0 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Laundry Dry cleaning

10. Courtyard Houston Medical Center (from USD 132)

Courtyard Houston Medical Center offers spacious, modern, comfortable rooms for you to sleep in during your stay in Houston. It also offers a good restaurant in its vicinity. One of the unique little things about this hotel is that it has a garden, perfect to relax in after a day of exploring the city. Its close proximity to the stadium, while still being a peaceful place, is also one advantage of staying at this hotel. Of course, it’s also close to the Houston Zoo and close to the Medical Center.

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Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 7702 South Main Street
3.68 km (2.3 mi) from Houston Museum of Natural Science

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden Non-smoking rooms

Houston Zoo - a must visit

This list of hotels near the Houston Zoo should give enough options for everyone: from cozy, to stylish, to classy, to opulent, with all types of price points ; we hope you find something you like in this carefully selected list! We also hope you have a great stay in Houston, and please do let us know if you have been to one of these hotels!

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