Tacoma Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotels: 2026 Limited-Time Hotel Deals @Expedia

Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

West End, 1.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Scott

HK$3,065 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

2. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Dayn

HK$1,466 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

3. The INN at Gig Harbor

4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kimberly

HK$1,594 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

5.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Andrew

HK$1,777 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

HK$1,173 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

6. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

DeAnna

HK$1,398 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 10.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Thomas

HK$1,027 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

8. Marina Inn

18.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

William

HK$945 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

9. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 11.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kelsey

HK$1,447 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

16.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kristi

HK$991 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Michael

HK$1,100 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

12. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

16.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Daniel

HK$1,253 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

13. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

20 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Loren

HK$1,171 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

18.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

David Tofuola

HK$1,171 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. The Maritime Inn

5.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Micah

HK$2,437 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

16. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

16.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Alison

HK$1,341 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

17. Lodges on Vashon

16.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Rick

HK$1,907 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

18. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Madison

HK$873 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

19. Waterfront Inn

6.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Todd

HK$2,172 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

New Tacoma, 11 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Neilan

HK$996 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
The INN at Gig Harbor	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,553 reviews	View
Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 985 reviews	View
Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 157 reviews	View

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Charming North Tacoma Home – 2 Bedrooms, WiFi & More

10/10 Excellent

"Was perfect for the 3 of usNeat and clean"

Walk to the waterfront! The South Sound Suite

10/10 Excellent

"We were so grateful to have found this sweet studio. It was perfect for a several night stay. The unit was very well designed, and of excellent quality. It was clean, and the furniture and bed were comfortable. It was very private and quiet. Vince was hospitable and available to answer any questions that we had. We would highly recommend it. If we return to the Ruston/Tacoma area again we will definitely try to stay there again."

Walk to the waterfront! The Cozy Cottag

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific place. My only concern before I got there was the dirt/gravel road next to it looked kind of sketchy but it's fine. It was hard to realize that's where you turn in from the street to park. Inside was terrific; it really is a cozy cottage. About a mile away is a high end food mall on the water with lots of food choices including a nice fancy restaurant "Copper and Salt." My only real issue was the check-in time changed from 3:00 to 4:30 but that didn't impact us too much as we were sightseeing anyway and the host kept us informed. Everything else was top-notch. Highly recommend."

Luxury 3 Bed/3 Bath NEW Home in Ruston

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location makes a great base camp for Mount Rainier, Seattle, and other points of interest. Ryan was easy to get a hold of the place was extremely comfortable, clean and had all the amenities! Great place and would definitely stay there again."

Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage

10/10 Excellent

"This experience was excellent!! Property was clean and convenient to the Ruston waterfront. If I didn’t live on the other side of the country, I would book this property again. Host was great. Checking in and out was simple and convenient. It was the perfect trip."

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A rustic wooden cabin interior with various tools and equipment, including a large bear statue, wooden buckets, and a wheelbarrow.

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Tacoma known for its beautiful beaches and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 15 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

The INN at Gig Harbor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

How many hotels will I find near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Study the collections at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Harbor History Museum or Job Carr Cabin Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Paradise Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Point Defiance Park, Skansie Brothers Park and Titlow Park.

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Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

2. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

3. The INN at Gig Harbor

4. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

5. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

6. McMenamins Elk Temple

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

8. Marina Inn

9. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

12. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

13. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

15. The Maritime Inn

16. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

17. Lodges on Vashon

18. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19. Waterfront Inn

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

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Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Charming North Tacoma Home – 2 Bedrooms, WiFi & More

Hotels near other Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium attractions

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

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