⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for 2026

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A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a telephone, and a chair.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

1. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Jacksonville - North

3 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Charlotte

S$81

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "HYATT PLACE" sign.

An indoor dining area with large windows, brick walls, and wooden tables and chairs.

A bar area with a counter, stools, a refrigerated display case, and a menu board.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a brick accent wall.

2. Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.6 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Tom

S$147

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central black and white marble floor, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a seating area with chairs.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a central round table, a staircase, and a chandelier.

A spacious dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, pendant lights, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a heater, and a cityscape mural.

3. B&B HOTEL Jacksonville Airport – Newly Renovated!

Northside, 9.1 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Kari

S$90

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A breakfast counter with a variety of food and drink options, including yogurt, oatmeal, and pancakes.

An outdoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a grill area.

A modern lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

4. Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95

Northside, 9 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Stacy

S$141

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden accents, a variety of beverages, and seating arrangements.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, multiple seating options including bar stools and round tables, and a menu board.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A patio area with a stone fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a brick floor.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville I-295/East Beltway

Arlington, 11.7 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Chloie Marie

S$141

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern indoor space with vending machines, a wooden table, and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a wooden floor, a central island, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a chair, and a window with a view.

6. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Jacksonville - Airport

Northside, 9.9 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Roberta

S$111

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a large, round, beige sofa and a chandelier.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of a body of water, and a modern ceiling design.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious lobby with large windows, modern seating, and a decorative chandelier.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 10.3 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Helen

S$142

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a clear pedestrian pathway, a parking lot with marked spaces, and a building with a visible sign.

A breakfast counter with labeled sections for fruit, cereal, and hot food, and a sign indicating the start of breakfast.

A modern lobby with a sofa, a small table, and a large wall-mounted screen.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wooden ceiling with recessed lighting.

8. Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island by IHG

Northside, 7.5 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Demontae

S$153

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, chairs, and tables.

A breakfast area with a self-service station, a refrigerator with milk, and a sign indicating 'MORNING'.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden counter, a digital display, a cash register, and a minibar.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign reading "HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON".

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.7 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Dr. Jordan

S$147

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled edges, and a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and potted plants around the pool area.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a clear entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A reception desk with a welcome sign, framed pictures, and a name tag.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a dishwasher, and a microwave.

10. Hampton Inn Suites Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.8 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Wilton

S$128

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a grill.

A modern reception desk with a marble top and a dark wood panel backdrop.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a white countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden backsplash.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

9.4 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Katie

S$225

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a black chair.

Two single beds with white linens and orange decorative pillows, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A room with beige walls, a brown leather chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of a building outside.

A reception area with a reception desk, a chair, a clock, and a caution sign on the floor.

12. San Marco Inn East

12.6 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Eleanor

S$89

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a visible shop in the background.

A hotel room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa with pillows, a standing lamp, and abstract wall art.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, teal cushions, a small round table, and a beige armchair. A kitchen is visible in the background with a microwave and a coffee maker.

A modern retail area with a snack kiosk, refrigerated beverage display, and a clean, tiled floor.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.8 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Wardell

S$128

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

An outdoor patio with seating, tables, and string lights.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a sign advertising local items.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, a red chair, and a purple armchair. There are hanging white and orange pendant lights, and a large window providing natural light.

14. Tru by Hilton Jacksonville West I 295

Northwest, 11.6 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Timothy

S$154

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, black chairs, and a red bowl.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a window.

A modern indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a high ceiling with grid-like patterns, and various wall decorations including sports team logos.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, tables, and artwork on the walls.

15. Home2 Suites By Hilton Jacksonville Downtown

9.8 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

shannon

S$183

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a fire pit.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A rooftop patio with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.

A modern interior with a kitchen area, a dining space, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

16. TownePlace Suites Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 9.1 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Maxine

S$209

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel dining area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a bench press. There are dumbbells on a rack and a TV mounted on the wall.

A rectangular swimming pool with a white fence, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a beige exterior.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.8 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Francisco

S$139

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a coffee station, and large windows providing natural light.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a wooden counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a beige facade, a prominent sign, and a covered entrance area.

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Jacksonville East by IHG

Arlington, 14 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

leonard

S$121

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a central counter, a digital display, and a seating area with a view of the reception desk.

A swimming pool with clear water and two swimmers.

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

19. Aloft by Marriott Jacksonville Airport

Northside, 8.8 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Santiago

S$165

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a water feature.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a curved seating area, multiple tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and an American flag.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Jacksonville Deerwood Park

Southside, 17.3 km from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Robin Marie

S$143

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Extended Stay America Select Suites - Jacksonville - North	5.6 535 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport	9.0 Wonderful 2,579 reviews	View
B&B HOTEL Jacksonville Airport – Newly Renovated!	9.4 Exceptional 124 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95	9.4 Exceptional 1,216 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville I-295/East Beltway	9.2 Wonderful 748 reviews	View

Top Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

10/10 Excellent

"Jade was also and assisted with any needs. We’ll be staying again."

RiverCity inn

8/10 Good

"It worked"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Jacksonville known for its stunning river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?

Extended Stay America Select Suites - Jacksonville - North is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Other good choices within 5 miles include RiverCity inn and Noble Suites Jacksonville.

How many hotels are there near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.

What can I see and do near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, Alexander Brest Gallery or Catherine Street Fire Station #3. While you're exploring, swing by Edwin Stanton School, Centennial Hall and Mount Olive AME Church to learn a bit about the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Oceanway Community Center, A. Philip Randolph Heritage Park or Riverview Park.

How can I get to Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Jacksonville Station is the closest stop to Northside. There may not be many public transport stops close to Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens hotels

1. Extended Stay America Select Suites - Jacksonville - North

2. Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport

3. B&B HOTEL Jacksonville Airport – Newly Renovated!

4. Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95

5. Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville I-295/East Beltway

6. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Jacksonville - Airport

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Airport

8. Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Airport

10. Hampton Inn Suites Jacksonville Airport

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

12. San Marco Inn East

13. Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport

14. Tru by Hilton Jacksonville West I 295

15. Home2 Suites By Hilton Jacksonville Downtown

16. TownePlace Suites Jacksonville Airport

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Jacksonville Airport

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Jacksonville East by IHG

19. Aloft by Marriott Jacksonville Airport

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Jacksonville Deerwood Park

Compare popular hotels close to Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Top Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

RiverCity inn

Other attractions near Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Anheuser-Busch Brewery

Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church

Reddie Point Preserve

Gateway Town Center

Blue Cypress Park

Riverview Park

Gazebo Shopping Center

LECOM at Jacksonville University

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