The Best Hotels Closest to Milwaukee County Zoo in Milwaukee - 2026 Updated Prices

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An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a bar, and a large planter with flowers.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling panels, multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a TV screen, and a brick wall with shelves.

A modern bar area with wooden stools, a counter, and a television screen.

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa

Wauwatosa, 1.5 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Laurie

Rp2.211.546

Rp2.563.182 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a Marriott hotel building in the background.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a wine rack.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lounge area with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace.

2. Residence Inn Milwaukee West

Wauwatosa, 2 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Melissa

Rp2.422.720

Rp2.807.933 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large television screen.

A hotel lobby with seating arrangements, a reception desk, and large windows with curtains.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a flat-screen TV, framed artwork, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee West

West Allis, 2.7 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Regina

Rp1.951.736

Rp2.281.578 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a parking area, and a landscaped garden.

A buffet with various food options, including omelets and other dishes, arranged on a counter with a patterned tile backsplash.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a carpeted floor.

A reception area with a Holiday Inn Express sign, a digital display, and a snack vending machine.

4. Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG

Wauwatosa, 3.2 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

paoze

Rp1.753.760

Rp2.032.608 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a central art installation, a staircase, and a seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa with yellow cushions, a standing fan, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a red seating area, and a glass railing.

5. Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Downtown Milwaukee, 10.6 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Taylar

Rp3.272.484

Rp3.858.259 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A blue house with a porch, white railings, and American flags.

A staircase with black and white steps, a white balustrade, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch, and a flagpole with two flags.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

6. The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

Bay View, 11.8 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Marie

Rp3.507.520

Rp4.177.926 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Hampton Suites."

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a sun terrace with chairs, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a desk with drawers.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee/Franklin

13 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Bryant

Rp1.521.432

Rp1.778.554 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A historic building with a prominent sign for 'The Brewery' at the top.

A lobby with a reception desk, a large wall mural, and a seating area.

A lobby with a large copper spiral staircase, a seating area with sofas and tables, and a decorative wall with a circular emblem.

8. The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

Westown, 9.6 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Julie

Rp2.457.886

Rp2.897.847 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A pink building with a storefront labeled "County Clare."

A room with a fireplace, wooden benches, and stained glass windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a door, a small window, and a shelf with a lamp.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, covered by umbrellas, and surrounded by red flowers.

9. County Clare Irish Hotel & Pub

11.6 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Ryan

Rp2.589.201

Rp3.052.668 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign at the top.

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

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, green and yellow chairs, and a central seating area with a bench.

A spa area with a hot tub, seating area, and a pool.

10. Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Downtown Milwaukee, 10.7 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Besrat

Rp2.151.339

Rp2.536.428 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand lobby with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the cityscape through large windows.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating with tables, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A grand staircase with marble steps and golden lion statues, leading to an upper floor.

11. The Pfister Hotel

Downtown Milwaukee, 11 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Alex

Rp3.589.805

Rp4.232.380 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a covered section with a bench and a sofa.

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and colorful chairs, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

12. Home2 Suites By Hilton Milwaukee West

3.6 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Andrzej

Rp2.136.152

Rp2.497.163 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a glass wall, and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Brookfield Conference Center, WI

5.7 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Jill

Rp1.912.502

Rp2.208.940 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with MainStay Suites and Sleep Inn by Choice Hotels. It features a modern design with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a vending machine.

14. MainStay Suites Milwaukee/Franklin

12.7 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Adrianna

Rp1.751.952

Rp2.048.032 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and blue cushions, adjacent to a building with large windows and a brick facade.

A modern cafe with tables and chairs, a large window, and a coffee station.

A vending machine with various food and drink options.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered outdoor area.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milwaukee - Brookfield by IHG

7.4 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Brady Isac

Rp1.988.800

Rp2.297.064 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden accents.

A modern living room with a large window, a white console table, a blue patterned rug, and a red lamp.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and decorative items on shelves.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a self-serve laundry sign, and various kitchen appliances.

16. Kinn Guesthouse Bay View

Bay View, 11.9 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Jeff

Rp2.766.240

Rp3.261.397 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, large windows, and a covered walkway.

A modern outdoor seating area with cushioned sofas and a table, large windows, and ambient lighting.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter, and a variety of bottles.

17. Hyatt Place Milwaukee/Downtown

Westown, 9.8 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Margaret

Rp2.368.480

Rp2.792.437 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A residential building with a sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott."

A modern lounge area with blue upholstered chairs, a bar counter, and a patterned armchair.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a seating area with chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A spacious living area with modern furniture, a stone fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

18. Residence Inn By Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield

6.2 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Rodney

Rp1.982.472

Rp2.289.755 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, overlooking a cityscape.

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

A bar area with seating and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a sign reading 'The Journeyman.'

19. Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG

Historic Third Ward, 10.9 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Carlos

Rp3.091.680

Rp3.645.091 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A multi-level interior with a staircase, wooden railings, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a sign that reads "Manderley Bed & Breakfast Inn" and a notice stating "Reservations Required."

A room with a wooden floor, a chandelier, a table with a lamp, and a chair.

A room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and a table, and a fireplace.

20. Manderley Bed and Breakfast

7.2 km from Milwaukee County Zoo

Malinda

Rp2.693.920

Rp3.176.114 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Milwaukee County Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa	9.2 Wonderful 862 reviews	View
Residence Inn Milwaukee West	9.2 Wonderful 585 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee West	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG	7.6 Good 1,001 reviews	View
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 2,739 reviews	View

Top Milwaukee County Zoo Hotel Reviews

Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, wish parking was included. The restaurant was great, near the mall."

AmericInn by Wyndham Brookfield

10/10 Excellent

"Stay was great for World Series opening weekend. Free parking, lots of stores and restaurants around. Pool is warm."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Milwaukee West (Brookfield), WI

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

Residence Inn Milwaukee West

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful and professional. The room was clean and exactly as advertised and it fit my needs completely as it had a kitchen area which I needed to use. I would definitely stay here again."

Forty Winks Inn LLC

10/10 Excellent

"This little inn is a gem for just the basics: no breakfast but coffee and tea are available in the lobby, along with the daily paper. The room was impeccably clean, the towels were fluffy and the security was the best I’ve ever seen."

Landing Apartments at Mayfair Collection

8/10 Good

"Not as great as I expected I would give it 7/10 at best - I did communicate my thoughts with the host and he was very receptive and very friendly"

Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa

8/10 Good

"It was decent "

Other attractions near Milwaukee County Zoo

Wisconsin State Fair Park

9.0/10 (217 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Wisconsin State Fair Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Sky Safari

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Sky Safari during your travels to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.

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Sky Trail

Why not visit the animals who live at Sky Trail during your travels in Milwaukee? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.

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Zoofari Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in Zoofari Conference Center during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Eschweiler Buildings

You can find out about the history of Milwaukee with a visit to Eschweiler Buildings. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.

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Pettit National Ice Center

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Catch an event at Pettit National Ice Center during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Wisconsin Exposition Center

9.0/10 (8 reviews)

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Milwaukee Mile Speedway

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Milwaukee County Zoo?

Milwaukee County Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Milwaukee known for its lively breweries and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 19 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Milwaukee County Zoo?

Forty Winks Inn LLC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Milwaukee County Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include SpringHill Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa and Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Milwaukee County Zoo?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Milwaukee County Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Milwaukee County Zoo, 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 check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Milwaukee County Zoo.

What can I see and do near Milwaukee County Zoo?

The Rave-Eagles Club, Eschweiler Buildings and National Soldiers Home Historic District are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Local parks like Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, Mitchell Park and Currie Dog Exercise Area are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Sky Trail, Pettit National Ice Center and Wisconsin Exposition Center are some favourites close by Milwaukee County Zoo.

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Our top choices for Milwaukee County Zoo hotels

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa

2. Residence Inn Milwaukee West

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee West

4. Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG

5. Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

6. The Muse Gallery Guesthouse

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee/Franklin

8. The Brewhouse Inn & Suites

9. County Clare Irish Hotel & Pub

10. Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

11. The Pfister Hotel

12. Home2 Suites By Hilton Milwaukee West

13. Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Brookfield Conference Center, WI

14. MainStay Suites Milwaukee/Franklin

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milwaukee - Brookfield by IHG

16. Kinn Guesthouse Bay View

17. Hyatt Place Milwaukee/Downtown

18. Residence Inn By Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield

19. Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG

20. Manderley Bed and Breakfast

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Top Milwaukee County Zoo Hotel Reviews

Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel

AmericInn by Wyndham Brookfield

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Milwaukee West (Brookfield), WI

Residence Inn Milwaukee West

Forty Winks Inn LLC

Landing Apartments at Mayfair Collection

Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa

Other attractions near Milwaukee County Zoo

Wisconsin State Fair Park

Sky Safari

Sky Trail

Zoofari Conference Center

Eschweiler Buildings

Pettit National Ice Center

Wisconsin Exposition Center

Milwaukee Mile Speedway

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