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Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

Living area

Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage
3.0 star property
North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Loved it! Stayed for one night, the bed was so comfortable I could have stayed in bed all day! "
United States
Marina
The price is HK$679
HK$1,271 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage
Living area

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House
3.0 star property
North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
7.6 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"Great location and nice view. I felt safe walking neighborhood at night and it's cozy, cute place to stay. Everything was clean and updated. Recommend! "
United States
Heather
The price is HK$743
HK$1,342 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House
Lobby sitting area

The INN at Gig Harbor

The INN at Gig Harbor
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"The friendly staff, excellent atmosphere, and wonderful breakfast."
United States
Anne
The INN at Gig Harbor
BBQ/picnic Area

Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (921 reviews)
"Room was clean and well ready for use. The host during check in was well mannered and had excellent service."
United States
Jamar
The price is HK$1,244
HK$1,412 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites
Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, rice cooker

Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-
5.0 star property
Central Tacoma, 7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"So welcoming and loved the cats! "
United States
Lauren
The price is HK$573
HK$838 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-
Aerial view

The Maritime Inn

The Maritime Inn
4.0 star property
5.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"We really enjoyed staying here - very comfortable, cozy room with a small seaside town quaintness."
United States
Barbara
The price is HK$1,610
HK$1,905 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
The Maritime Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
2.5 star property
New Tacoma, 10.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"Nice hotel right next to automobile museum and tacoma dome"
United States
Rebecca
The price is HK$807
HK$928 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
Golf

Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano
4.5 star property
Downtown Tacoma, 8.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,839 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and nice staff"
Canada
Lara
The price is HK$1,025
HK$1,176 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Hotel Murano
Lobby

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Tacoma, 9.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"We found the hotel clean and the staff friendly and accommodating. "
United States
Mark
The price is HK$891
HK$1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown
Casino

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
4.0 star property
Eastside, 11.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,543 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic, can't wait to stay there again "
United States
Stephanie
The price is HK$1,435
HK$1,642 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Fife Seattle

Quality Inn & Suites Fife Seattle
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
6.8 out of 10, (338 reviews)
"Room"
United States
Oleg
The price is HK$589
HK$673 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Quality Inn & Suites Fife Seattle
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Extended Stay America Suites Tacoma Fife

Extended Stay America Suites Tacoma Fife
2.5 star property
12 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay ! Clean! "
United States
Diamante
The price is HK$633
HK$723 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Extended Stay America Suites Tacoma Fife
Exterior

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Tacoma, 8.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (916 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful "
United States
Lavonna E
The price is HK$922
HK$1,059 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Lobby

Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
2.5 star property
South End, 14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,128 reviews)
"The room was great! "
United States
richard
The price is HK$838
HK$964 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Lakewood South Tacoma

Days Inn by Wyndham Lakewood South Tacoma
2.0 star property
15 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
6.4 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Perfect room it was everything I needed to be thank you!!"
United States
James
The price is HK$492
HK$566 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Days Inn by Wyndham Lakewood South Tacoma
Exterior

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle
3.0 star property
New Tacoma, 11 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,399 reviews)
"Clean room and price was good"
United States
Kun
The price is HK$756
HK$871 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle
Reception

Niwas Inn

Niwas Inn
3.0 star property
14.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
6.6 out of 10, (680 reviews)
"Very good place to stay in!"
United States
Curtis
The price is HK$586
HK$670 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Niwas Inn
Exterior

WoodSpring Suites Tacoma - Lakewood

WoodSpring Suites Tacoma - Lakewood
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
6.8 out of 10, (579 reviews)
"I HIGHLY RECOMMEND"
United States
Trisha
The price is HK$641
HK$736 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
WoodSpring Suites Tacoma - Lakewood
Reception

Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG
2.5 star property
16.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable room and staff was friendly."
United States
ELISABETH
The price is HK$930
HK$1,046 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG
Reception

Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma
2.5 star property
South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the staff was courteous and helpful."
United States
Carol
The price is HK$943
HK$1,083 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma
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Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Living area
Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
15 reviews
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Living area
Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House
3.0 star property
7.6
Good
9 reviews
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Lobby sitting area
The INN at Gig Harbor
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,477 reviews
View
BBQ/picnic Area
Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
921 reviews
View
Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, rice cooker
Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
134 reviews
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Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

10/10 Excellent
"It was such a nice cozy place , we really enjoyed it there"
Dennis 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

Hotels near other Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium attractions

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum featuring signage and interior views

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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Best part of Tacoma, WA.
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Point Defiance Park

4.7/5 (27 reviews)
One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.
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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 18 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 18 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, Job Carr Cabin Museum or Harbor History Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Paradise Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Point Defiance Park, Titlow Park and Tacoma Nature Center.