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A modern lobby with a marble reception desk, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window providing natural light.

A buffet setup with various food items and dining tables.

A modern office space with desks, chairs, and computers.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and a high ceiling with skylights.

1. Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

6.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Jo Anna

HK$614

HK$742 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a covered parking area, and a handicap parking symbol.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and a blue ceiling.

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various snack brands and a refrigerated section.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a flat roof terrace with a railing.

2. Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

South Kansas City, 5.6 km from Kansas City Zoo

Jordan

HK$893

HK$1,064 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A building with a large garage door, a brick facade, and a round light fixture on the exterior.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large plant.

A modern interior with a staircase, a patterned curtain, and a chandelier.

A modern outdoor seating area with white chairs and tables, a glass entrance to a building labeled "CHERRY," and a brick building in the background.

3. Cherry Warehouse Hotel

8.9 km from Kansas City Zoo

Patrick

HK$1,086

HK$1,315 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and stone pillars.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lifeguard chair, and a changing room.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kansas City - Lee's Summit by IHG

13.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Kenny

HK$972

HK$1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A large, two-story brick building with a prominent entrance and a sign that reads "The TRUITT A BOUTIQUE HOTEL."

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a glass table.

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.

A cozy, dimly lit lounge area with a patterned rug, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

5. Truitt Hotel

Southmoreland, 7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Brenda

HK$1,285

HK$1,440 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent 'hotel' sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a wall with barrel motifs.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a large forest mural.

A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and a distant building.

6. Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence

14.1 km from Kansas City Zoo

Jared

HK$912

HK$1,060 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A large hotel with multiple floors, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a bed.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a tiled wall, and a view through glass doors.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Country Club Plaza

West Plaza, 7.6 km from Kansas City Zoo

Michael

HK$993

HK$1,194 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A two-story building with a porch, steps, and a brick wall.

A building entrance with a blue door, a black wall-mounted lantern, and a potted plant.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a fireplace.

A kitchen with a cabinet displaying glassware and a decorative arrangement with pinecones and orange flowers.

8. Woodstock Inn B&B

12.5 km from Kansas City Zoo

Diane

HK$1,011

HK$1,214 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A self-service beverage station with a refrigerated drink dispenser and a coffee machine.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and stationary bikes.

A modern hotel lobby with a large blue sofa, two armchairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a coffee station.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill

9.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Rick

HK$706

HK$889 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel lobby with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a sign reading "HOTEL LOTUS Essence in Hospitality".

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

A hotel reception area with a self-service beverage dispenser, a tray of bottled water, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a desk, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

10. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

6.9 km from Kansas City Zoo

Khaja

HK$522

HK$672 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A modern meeting room with tables, chairs, and a large screen.

A reception desk with a 'Hilton Honors' sign, a laptop, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a television, and artwork on the walls.

11. Spark by Hilton Kansas City Plaza Streetcar

Southmoreland, 7.3 km from Kansas City Zoo

Monique

HK$701

HK$847 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent 'ORIGIN' sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A modern interior with two wicker chairs, a small black table, and a potted plant.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a piano, and four red bar stools.

12. Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel

13.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Andrea

HK$846

HK$1,026 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large TV screen.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, black backsplash, and a patterned floor.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a brick facade, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a chair, a floor lamp, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

13. Hyatt Place Kansas City/Overland Park/Convention Center

13.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Georgia

HK$823

HK$974 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A spacious room with a large dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a modern facade, stone accents, and a covered entrance.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with two tufted sofas, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden reception desk.

14. Best Western Plus Lee's Summit Hotel & Suites

14.7 km from Kansas City Zoo

Michelle

HK$693

HK$786 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A stone building with an arched entrance and a sign that reads "Boutique Hotel".

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large green plant.

A room with a mirror, a vase of white orchids, a book titled 'Pablo Picasso: A Retrospective', a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with striped walls and a patterned carpet.

15. Aida Hotel

Southmoreland, 7 km from Kansas City Zoo

LIJUN

HK$1,285

HK$1,440 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A spa area with a hot tub, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sign reading "Hotel Lotus," and a view of the parking lot through the entrance.

16. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

14.4 km from Kansas City Zoo

Lori

HK$612

HK$768 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A large building with a central courtyard, a fountain, and a flagpole.

A spacious indoor area with a stone fireplace, blue upholstered chairs, and a large window overlooking a green outdoor area.

A large building with a central courtyard, a fountain, and a symmetrical garden layout.

17. Unity Hotel and Conference Ctr, an Ascend Collection Hotel

12.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Leo

HK$1,126

HK$1,219 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a patterned wall.

A bar area with a white counter, black bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel entrance with glass doors, a reception desk, and a neon sign.

A modern dining area with a long table, black chairs, and a colorful striped rug.

18. Aloft by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

Plaza Westport, 7.2 km from Kansas City Zoo

Mark

HK$894

HK$1,096 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel conference room with a large table, chairs, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a television screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a chair.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large sign.

19. Hampton Inn Kansas City/Overland Park

14.3 km from Kansas City Zoo

Laurie

HK$733

HK$867 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and multiple windows.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a television on a dresser, a chair, and a desk.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

South Kansas City, 3.3 km from Kansas City Zoo

Sarah

HK$729

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Kansas City Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,329 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo	9.2 Wonderful 550 reviews	View
Cherry Warehouse Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kansas City - Lee's Summit by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 625 reviews	View
Truitt Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 711 reviews	View

Top Kansas City Zoo Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The ladies in the breakfast were exceptionally professional we showed up a little late and they accommodated us. Highly recommend them"

Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

10/10 Excellent

"Don't cheap out. The price difference is minimal, but the rewards are immeasurable."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was surprisingly spacious. Clean and well maintained. Perfect location for a stay following events at the stadiums."

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel."

Newly Renovated Stylish 3rd Floor Apartment 5 mins from Country Club Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 2 weeks traveling for work. The place was clean and comfortable. Nice porch to relax on with some views of the city. Tamika was a great host, checked on us often and was there if we needed anything. I would recommend staying here."

Cozy Brookside Home in the Heart of Kansas City!

8/10 Good

"Good communication by host. Smallish but efficient and fit our family of 4 just fine."

Trailview: Walk to Stadium! Free Fubo for World Cup, Plenty of Parking! Dogs OK

10/10 Excellent

"Charming, well kept, super clean place a couple miles from the stadiums. The owner/host obviously takes great care in this house that feels like it was built in the 50’s, it was pretty impressive. Host was a great communicator and the beds were really comfortable with good pillows!"

Modern Midtown KC Home Ideal for 30+ Day Stays

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend staying here to a couple attending concerts/events at the Starlight Amphitheater. The house was very clean, furnished with comfortable beds/cozy bedding, and living room seating. Not the best neighborhood. We never felt unsafe, but I wouldn’t feel comfortable walking around the area after dark. Overall, great little house that is definitely worth the price!"

Beach Oasis, 4BR, Sleeps 12, Mins to Arrowhead

10/10 Excellent

"We had the best stay and they even got it worked out where we didn’t have to check out for another hour later then we were supposed to because our sons football game got moved back to later this afternoon. The beds were COMFORTABLE! It was VERY clean! The air conditioning worked GREAT through the heat also. Would definitely stay again!"

Other attractions near Kansas City Zoo

A park with a statue of two figures, surrounded by tall trees and a pavilion in the background.

Swope Park

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

The largest park in Kansas City is filled with opportunities for activity and exploration. Enjoy the zoo, a Broadway show, hiking and a range of other activities.

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A large, empty stadium with rows of green seats and a prominent brick tower with a green roof.

Starlight Theatre

9.0/10 (98 reviews)

As one of only three remaining self-producing outdoor theaters in America, not only is this venue a Kansas City treasure, it’s a national icon too.

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Swope Memorial Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Kansas City at Swope Memorial Golf Course.

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Van Noy Mansion

Find out about the history of Kansas City with a stop at Van Noy Mansion. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

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Swope Soccer Village

Catch an event at Swope Soccer Village during your trip to Kansas City.

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Cave Spring Interpretive Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Cave Spring Interpretive Center in Kansas City. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Bruce R Watkins Cultural Heritage Center & Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bruce R Watkins Cultural Heritage Center & Museum during your trip to Kansas City.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kansas City Zoo?

Kansas City Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Kansas City known for its popular theatre scene. You'll find 449 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kansas City Zoo?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Kansas City Zoo. Other good options within 5 miles include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South and InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kansas City Zoo?

Expedia has 449 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kansas City Zoo.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Kansas City Zoo.

What can I see and do near Kansas City Zoo?

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art and National Museum of Toys and Miniatures feature captivating exhibits. JC Nichols Memorial Fountain, Van Noy Mansion and Fountain of Neptune are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Starlight Theatre, Spencer Theatre and Kansas City Repertory Theatre.

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Our top choices for Kansas City Zoo hotels

1. Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

2. Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

3. Cherry Warehouse Hotel

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kansas City - Lee's Summit by IHG

5. Truitt Hotel

6. Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Country Club Plaza

8. Woodstock Inn B&B

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill

10. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium

11. Spark by Hilton Kansas City Plaza Streetcar

12. Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel

13. Hyatt Place Kansas City/Overland Park/Convention Center

14. Best Western Plus Lee's Summit Hotel & Suites

15. Aida Hotel

16. Hotel Lotus Kansas City Merriam

17. Unity Hotel and Conference Ctr, an Ascend Collection Hotel

18. Aloft by Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

19. Hampton Inn Kansas City/Overland Park

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Kansas City Zoo

Top Kansas City Zoo Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel

Hampton Inn Kansas City Southeast, Mo

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City South

Newly Renovated Stylish 3rd Floor Apartment 5 mins from Country Club Plaza

Cozy Brookside Home in the Heart of Kansas City!

Trailview: Walk to Stadium! Free Fubo for World Cup, Plenty of Parking! Dogs OK

Modern Midtown KC Home Ideal for 30+ Day Stays

Beach Oasis, 4BR, Sleeps 12, Mins to Arrowhead

Other attractions near Kansas City Zoo

Swope Park

Starlight Theatre

Swope Memorial Golf Course

Van Noy Mansion

Swope Soccer Village

Cave Spring Interpretive Center

Bruce R Watkins Cultural Heritage Center & Museum

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