The 10 Best Hotels Near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Tacoma from CA $157

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Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Dayn

CA $236 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

2. The INN at Gig Harbor

4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kimberly

CA $287 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Mark

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

4. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

5.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Andrew

CA $319 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Michael

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

6. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 10.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Thomas

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

7. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 8.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Trina

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

DeAnna

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

9. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 11.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Kelsey

CA $260 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

10. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

17.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Angie

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

16.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

David

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

13. Marina Inn

18.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

William

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

18.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

David Tofuola

CA $218 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

15. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 14.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

justin

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

20 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Loren

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

17. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 9.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Christopher

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

18. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Madison

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

19. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

16.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Alison

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

20. The Maritime Inn

5.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Micah

CA $437 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
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 1,549 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,230 reviews	View
Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 984 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The INN at Gig Harbor

8/10 Good

"Clean and nice area close to Harbor."

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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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, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place 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 traveler 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 can I expect to find near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to 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. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

2. The INN at Gig Harbor

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

4. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

6. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

7. Hotel Murano

8. McMenamins Elk Temple

9. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

10. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

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

13. Marina Inn

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

15. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

16. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

17. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

18. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

20. The Maritime Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The INN at Gig Harbor

Hotels near other Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium attractions

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

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