The Best Hotels Closest to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

An outdoor patio with round tables and orange chairs, blue umbrellas, and a glass building facade.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a patterned carpet, and wooden accents on the ceiling.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

2.7 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Anthony

Rp1.665.909

Rp1.928.513 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a stone accent wall.

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

A pool area with a clear blue pool, green lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

A modern self-service breakfast area with a variety of food options, a beverage dispenser, and a refrigerated section.

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

2.6 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Shaunna

Rp1.811.900

Rp2.123.372 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with curtains.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a kitchen area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A waterfront park with benches and palm trees.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North

2.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Gregory

Rp1.658.342

Rp1.888.666 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel with a blue and white exterior, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a white cabinet, and a coffee machine.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a TV.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a green accent wall, and a glass door leading outside.

4. WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area

2.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Rp1.414.021

Rp1.615.027 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a wooden accent wall with artwork.

A stainless steel outdoor kitchen with a gas grill, a side burner, and a built-in sink.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and outdoor seating area.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport

11.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Susana

Rp1.964.160

Rp2.231.207 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A staircase with a white railing, surrounded by potted plants and a small rock garden at the base.

Two wicker rocking chairs with colorful cushions on a patterned rug, a white fence, and a window with blinds.

A small, cozy attic bedroom with two beds, a small table, and a window with a view of the sky.

6. The Tiny Cottage in The Springs

17.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Anastasia

Rp2.864.020

Rp13.059.852 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor dining area with yellow chairs and tables, string lights, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON".

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher. A framed painting of a beach scene is on the wall.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of food and drink dispensers.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lake Mary Orlando

7.9 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Cecil

Rp1.659.639

Rp1.890.144 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A two-story house with a stone foundation and a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and mature trees.

A view through a window with a wooden frame, overlooking a dense forest with various trees and foliage.

A room with a wooden staircase, a red sofa, a yellow armchair, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

A traditional living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a staircase, and classic furniture.

8. The Ann Stevens House

17.7 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

James

Rp2.489.907

Rp2.801.235 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with cushions, a wicker chair, a coffee table, and a television on the wall.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a sitting bench, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

9. Park Place Inn and Cottages

Downtown Sanford, 5.4 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Leonard

Rp1.434.831

Rp1.671.283 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a decorative plant.

A long banquet table set with white tablecloths, gold accents, and red napkins.

A hotel breakfast area with a self-serve coffee station, cereal display, and a variety of food options.

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

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orange City - Deltona by IHG

10 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ruth

Rp1.737.561

Rp1.954.757 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a television.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Mary

6.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Rp1.970.430

Rp2.301.105 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lakeside dock with boats, a wooden deck, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a mirror.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden dock leading to a marina with boats, a grassy area with trees, and a building with a balcony.

12. Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina

17.2 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ashley

Rp2.149.560

Rp2.418.255 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A circular stone fire pit with flames, surrounded by wicker chairs and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a television.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a waffle bar.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando-North/Altamonte Springs

19.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Rose

Rp1.827.484

Rp2.118.434 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A TownePlace Suites Marriott hotel with a parking lot and trees in front.

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

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

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs/Maitland

19.6 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Richard

Rp1.888.030

Rp2.145.942 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A well-lit living room with a ceiling fan, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows with blinds.

A cozy living room with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a window.

15. Tropical Resort & Marina on Lake Beresford

20.1 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Matt

Rp3.057.152

Rp3.439.296 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a brick building, and palm trees.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel lobby with a long corridor, large textured pillars, seating areas, and potted plants.

16. Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs

20.4 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Kristin

Rp2.116.421

Rp2.442.043 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink. There is a desk with a chair and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor patio with metal tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a white fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

17. Springhill Suites By Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs

19.8 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Christopher

Rp1.811.900

Rp2.060.676 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beverage refrigerator stocked with various drinks and a shelf with snacks and chips.

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, wooden cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves with bottles.

18. Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando North

9.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Rosario

Rp1.665.909

Rp1.922.244 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, recessed lighting, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden pergola.

19. The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

6.1 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Theresa

Rp2.274.951

Rp2.601.684 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and two coffee machines.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a dining area.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deland South by IHG

18 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Marlene

Rp1.880.865

Rp2.115.973 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,253 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North	9.2 Wonderful 312 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North	9.0 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area	6.8 652 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport	9.8 Exceptional 228 reviews	View

Top Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Park Place Inn and Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Cute and cozy. Great way to relax on our final night of vacation before heading to the airport just down the road."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Pleasant staff, nice breakfast, all aspects of the hotel was very good"

Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel! Clean hotel with helpful friendly staff! Breakfast was awesome with lots of choices. Very quiet stay with convenient location and lots of restaurants nearby"

The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

10/10 Excellent

"Always an easy predictable place to stay with no worries."

Totally 80's

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute property and fantastic hosts!!"

The Jazz Loft

10/10 Excellent

"Very cleanly, cute apartment and cute area with great shops and food. Although the house directly next to it is under construction and quite loud, overall the loft itself was wonderful🙂"

Boho Nights

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable."

The Front Porch

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a great stay at The Porch! The space was absolutely perfect and incredibly well stocked. Truly, if we didn’t bring it—they had it. And if we didn’t even think of it—they already did. The attention to detail made everything so easy and comfortable. The owners were responsive, helpful, and clearly care a lot about making sure guests have a great experience. A fun unexpected bonus was getting to enjoy some band practice from the kitchen windows and backyard area—it added such a cool local vibe to the stay! The location is also fantastic—within easy walking distance of everything in Downtown Sanford. We would absolutely stay here again and can’t wait to come back!"

Other attractions near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

A gazebo with a dome and columns overlooking a lake.

Lake Monroe Park

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

After visiting Lake Monroe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in DeBary. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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A wooden boardwalk beside a clear waterway, surrounded by trees with Spanish moss.

Gemini Springs Park

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Gemini Springs Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in DeBary. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Soap Box Derby Track

You can take time to visit Soap Box Derby Track during your travels to Sanford. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Princess Theater

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at The Princess Theater during your trip to Sanford. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center

8.0/10 (14 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center during your stay in Sanford. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Jeanine Taylor Folk Art

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Jeanine Taylor Folk Art during your trip to Sanford.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Sanford known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 205 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. Other good choices within a few miles include Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North and Extended Stay America Premier Suites Orlando Sanford.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Expedia has 205 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

What can I see and do near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

You can wander around Sylvan Lake Park, Black Bear Wilderness Area or Fort Mellon Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Elev8 Fun Orlando and Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center. Take in some of the local culture at Sanford Museum, The Princess Theater and Jeanine Taylor Folk Art.

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Our top choices for Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North

4. WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport

6. The Tiny Cottage in The Springs

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lake Mary Orlando

8. The Ann Stevens House

9. Park Place Inn and Cottages

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orange City - Deltona by IHG

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Mary

12. Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando-North/Altamonte Springs

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs/Maitland

15. Tropical Resort & Marina on Lake Beresford

16. Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs

17. Springhill Suites By Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs

18. Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando North

19. The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deland South by IHG

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Top Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Park Place Inn and Cottages

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

Totally 80's

The Jazz Loft

Boho Nights

The Front Porch

Other attractions near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Lake Monroe Park

Gemini Springs Park

Soap Box Derby Track

The Princess Theater

Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center

Jeanine Taylor Folk Art

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