⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Virginia Zoo for 2026

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a bedside table with two glasses, and a patterned carpet.

A restaurant with red chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a tiled floor.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large flat-screen TV.

A bar area with red bar stools, a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves, and a counter with a cash register.

1. SpringHill Suites Marriott Norfolk Old Dominion University

2.4 km from Virginia Zoo

Zachary

S$214

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by large windows, and equipped with lounge chairs and a lifeguard chair.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a large screen, and a map on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Residence Inn' sign, located at a city intersection with traffic lights and street signs visible.

A hotel lobby with a mix of seating options, including round tables and chairs, a long communal table, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown

3 km from Virginia Zoo

Nuykiesha

S$185

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a marble floor.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a small table, a bed with white bedding, a mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a city view.

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

3. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Norfolk Auto Row Historic District, 2.7 km from Virginia Zoo

Sherry

S$123

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large window.

A swimming pool with a view of a building outside, a covered seating area, and a door leading to another room.

A modern interior with seating areas, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Staybridge Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

7.3 km from Virginia Zoo

Amy

S$213

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dark wooden dresser, a gray accent wall, a door with a control panel, and a red bedspread.

A shower area with dark tiled walls, a white shower curtain, and a glass shelf with toiletries.

A Bay Inn sign with a welcome message and amenities like heat, stay at the bay, daily & weekly rates, HBO, and WiFi.

A two-story building with a teal exterior and a white door, located in a residential area with a clear sky and a tree in the background.

5. The Bay Inn

8.5 km from Virginia Zoo

Dennis

S$127

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern interior with a central art installation, white walls, and a reflective floor.

A modern interior with a large pink bunny sculpture, contemporary furniture, and stylish lighting fixtures.

A hotel facade with a large entrance, a flag, and a storefront with 'Perry Glass Art Collection' signage.

A modern restaurant with round tables, leather seating, and a view of the kitchen.

6. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

Downtown Norfolk, 3.6 km from Virginia Zoo

SHUMONA

S$226

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with drawers, a suitcase, and a view of a shopping center.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and round tables.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table and black chairs, white cabinets, and a patterned backsplash.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract wall.

7. Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center

12.9 km from Virginia Zoo

Erros

S$189

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern indoor staircase with glass railings, a water feature, and a reception desk in the background.

A corridor with seating, potted plants, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a blue armchair, a glass coffee table, and a staircase with a glass railing.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a television screen on the wall.

8. The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center

13.2 km from Virginia Zoo

Oktay

S$232

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A breakfast area with a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST" and various food items displayed on the counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, red chairs, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A pool table with a ball rack, a sectional sofa with multiple pillows, and a television displaying a voting advertisement.

9. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

7.2 km from Virginia Zoo

Derrick

S$165

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and green chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern interior with a teal sofa, colorful chairs, and a bright pink ottoman.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, stove, and cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Norfolk Airport

5.8 km from Virginia Zoo

Maria

S$214

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and dining set.

A snack and beverage area with shelves stocked with snacks and a refrigerator with beverages.

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

11. Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott Chesapeake

11.3 km from Virginia Zoo

Vivian

S$149

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A hotel with a prominent 'spark by Hilton' sign, modern architecture, and well-maintained landscaping.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital screen, and a green wall with a geometric design and the text "It only takes a spark". There are two chairs and a small table in the foreground.

A vending machine area with snacks, drinks, and a coffee machine.

12. Spark by Hilton Norfolk

8.8 km from Virginia Zoo

John

S$123

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

A hotel bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and shelves with towels.

A clean, modern kitchen with checkered flooring, dark cabinets, and various cooking appliances.

A reception desk with a framed picture of a beach scene and the word "explore."

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

6.1 km from Virginia Zoo

Renee

S$165

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies.

14. Comfort Suites Chesapeake - Norfolk

11.3 km from Virginia Zoo

Tawrence

S$146

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the adjacent building and seating area.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a green sofa, and a coffee table.

An outdoor patio with a stone countertop, two barbecue grills, wicker chairs, and a pergola with string lights.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach/Norfolk Airport

9.4 km from Virginia Zoo

Fenton

S$230

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, green and yellow chairs, and a patterned floor.

A multi-level interior with an escalator connecting floors, modern lighting, and a central seating area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central walkway, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent 'Hilton' sign, and a 'Manhattan' sign indicating its location.

16. Hilton Norfolk The Main

Downtown Norfolk, 3.8 km from Virginia Zoo

Robin

S$380

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

An indoor swimming pool with a pool lift, lounge chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large decorative sculpture.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

6.1 km from Virginia Zoo

Donald

S$196

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden TV stand, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

A Delta Hotels Marriott building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a prominent sign.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including tables and chairs, and a decorative wall with a clock.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled wall with a blue and white pattern.

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Norfolk Airport

5.9 km from Virginia Zoo

Tyruiq

S$211

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area, and a large digital screen.

A hotel exterior with a 'tru by Hilton' sign, a parking area, and a fire lane.

A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food options, including yogurt, pancakes, and eggs. There are signs indicating the availability of these items, and a coffee machine is visible on the counter.

19. TRU by Hilton Chesapeake, VA

11.6 km from Virginia Zoo

Ravonne

S$160

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A swimming pool with white chairs and a table, surrounded by teal walls and white curtains.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a large island.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large abstract painting.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Town Center

13.4 km from Virginia Zoo

Harmony

S$191

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
SpringHill Suites Marriott Norfolk Old Dominion University	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown	7.0 Good 1,071 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 156 reviews	View
The Bay Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Virginia Zoo Hotel Reviews

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a nice and clean room. The bed and pillows were soft! It's in a great location. I Would stay there again, they also had Fire pits outside to enjoy, and a musician singing in the bar area."

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Love this Sheraton Waterside in Norfolk! Its entryway is clean and spacious. Its staff is professional and friendly. It is convenient to everything and has valet or self parking in walking distance!"

The Inn at Four Eleven York

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!"

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

8/10 Good

"The front desk was awesome! The room was okay, clean but old, maintenence had to come put the bathroom door back on, its a sliding door that came off..they also had to come in to check the bathroom wall which the tile was pushed in. We couldn't really use the tub since the water only came from the shower head. We were there 4 nights and I had to steal toilet paper off the housekeeping cart because they never came in our room, luckily we had extra towels to start with. There was a door attached to the next room with locks on both sides, but a housekeeper was in there on her phone and I literally heard her whole conversation through the walls/doors..We thought there was free continental breakfast but turns out you have to pay..its a bit pricey too but the girl working was great and could seriously make some food, the omelets were spectacular! It's an old building and it definitely shows, but the girls at the desk are great and the omelets made it a good trip."

Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown

8/10 Good

"Staff was truly amazing and would love to come back but the room had a pretty bad smell that was horrible. Area was really clean but the amenities that really attracted us were out of order so it was a downside."

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

8/10 Good

"Ice machine was inoperable. Pool and hot tub were under repair. Elevator was inoperable and had to use freight elevator."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Norfolk

10/10 Excellent

"Will definitely recommend to friends and family Clean , spacious and comfortable"

Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

8/10 Good

"Good place to sleep. Clean room but there were burn holes in the comforter and a hole in the bathroom door."

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A modern building with a glass facade and a curved roof structure.

Ted Constant Convocation Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Ted Constant Convocation Center during your trip to Norfolk. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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A modern theater with tiered seating and multiple balconies.

Harrison Opera House

Listen to the Virginia Symphony Orchestra from a box in an exquisite theater that is as inspiring now as it was when it boosted morale during World War II.

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Mason Memorial COGIC

Find out about the history of Norfolk when you take a trip to Mason Memorial COGIC. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Mt. Carmel Baptist Church

After visiting Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Norfolk. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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St. Paul CME Church

You can find out about the history of Norfolk with a stop at St. Paul CME Church. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Garden of Prayer Temple

After visiting Garden of Prayer Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Norfolk. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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First Calvary Baptist Church

You can learn about the history of Norfolk with a stop at First Calvary Baptist Church. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Crispus Attucks Theatre & Cultural Center

You can make plans for a show at Crispus Attucks Theatre & Cultural Center during your stay in Norfolk. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Virginia Zoo?

Virginia Zoo is located in an area of Norfolk known for its beautiful beaches, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Virginia Zoo?

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Virginia Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include SpringHill Suites Marriott Norfolk Old Dominion University and Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Virginia Zoo?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Virginia Zoo.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Virginia Zoo.

What can I see and do near Virginia Zoo?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Chrysler Museum of Art, USS Wisconsin BB-64 or Nauticus. Explore notable local landmarks like Harrison Opera House, Moses Myers House and Douglas MacArthur Memorial. You can catch a show at Chrysler Hall, The NorVa and Crispus Attucks Theatre & Cultural Center.

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Our top choices for Virginia Zoo hotels

1. SpringHill Suites Marriott Norfolk Old Dominion University

2. Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown

3. Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

4. Staybridge Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

5. The Bay Inn

6. Glass Light Hotel & Gallery, Autograph Collection

7. Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center

8. The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center

9. Tru By Hilton Norfolk Airport

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Norfolk Airport

11. Fairfield Inn and Suites By Marriott Chesapeake

12. Spark by Hilton Norfolk

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Norfolk-Airport

14. Comfort Suites Chesapeake - Norfolk

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Virginia Beach/Norfolk Airport

16. Hilton Norfolk The Main

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Norfolk Airport by IHG

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Norfolk Airport

19. TRU by Hilton Chesapeake, VA

20. Hilton Garden Inn Virginia Beach Town Center

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Top Virginia Zoo Hotel Reviews

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

The Inn at Four Eleven York

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Residence Inn Norfolk Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Norfolk

Red Roof Inn Norfolk - Portsmouth

Other attractions near Virginia Zoo

Ted Constant Convocation Center

Harrison Opera House

Mason Memorial COGIC

Mt. Carmel Baptist Church

St. Paul CME Church

Garden of Prayer Temple

First Calvary Baptist Church

Crispus Attucks Theatre & Cultural Center

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