The Best Hotels Closest to Minnesota Zoo in Minneapolis - St. Paul - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a sign indicating a maximum clearance of 13-6 inches, and a visible handicap-accessible entrance.

A swimming pool with a checkered floor pattern, a clock, and a sign indicating a smoking area.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a dining table, and comfortable seating.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table, comfortable seating, and modern pendant lighting.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan

2.2 km from Minnesota Zoo

Glenda

Rp1.982.472

Rp2.203.022 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A multi-story residential building with a well-maintained lawn and a covered entrance area.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear windows, and a tiled floor.

2. Candlewood Suites Eagan Arpt South - Mall Area by IHG

2.2 km from Minnesota Zoo

Rhett

Rp1.970.720

Rp2.189.850 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with white and brown bedding, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A conference room with a large table, blue and yellow chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved blue carpet, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

3. Coratel Inn and Suites By Jasper Eagan St Paul Airport & Mall of America

2.2 km from Minnesota Zoo

Claudia

Rp1.083.715

Rp1.204.277 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a blue pool chair.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A living room with a staircase, a fireplace, and blue armchairs.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Eagan Minnesota Near Mall of America

3.2 km from Minnesota Zoo

Jacquie

Rp1.200.512

Rp1.334.069 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

A panoramic view of a hotel room with a circular seating area, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen, and a living area.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America

2.1 km from Minnesota Zoo

Melissa

Rp1.057.680

Rp1.175.347 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

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

A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, two sofas with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and framed pictures on the walls.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a television.

6. Blue Way Inn Eagan Extended Stay Minneapolis Airport Eagan North MN

2.1 km from Minnesota Zoo

michael

Rp981.202

Rp1.090.361 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a seating area with a round table and chairs.

A modern hotel dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a large clock on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a small refrigerator.

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Inver Grove Heights/Minneap

15.3 km from Minnesota Zoo

Alexandra

Rp1.236.672

Rp1.374.261 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A breakfast bar with pastries, a self-serve pancake station, and a decorative chicken figure.

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a sign that reads "LIVINN HOTELS".

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, and a small wicker basket with towels.

8. LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville

7.4 km from Minnesota Zoo

Marie

Rp1.106.668

Rp1.269.766 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a well-lit facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden area.

A modern hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel reception area with a dark interior, wooden reception desks, and a visible 'market' sign on the wall.

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a coffee station, and seating arrangements.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport

10.7 km from Minnesota Zoo

Lisa

Rp1.576.576

Rp1.704.673 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a stone building facade.

A buffet with various food options, including omelets and other dishes.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a patterned carpet, and framed artwork on the wall.

A reception area with two illuminated reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a fire alarm.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eagan - Minneapolis Area by IHG

7.3 km from Minnesota Zoo

Bryanna

Rp1.645.280

Rp1.828.317 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large kitchen island, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, ottomans, a dining area with a long table and chairs, and large windows with a view of the street.

An indoor swimming pool with a slide, lounge chairs, and a sofa area.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view.

11. Hampton Inn by Hilton Minneapolis/Eagan

9.1 km from Minnesota Zoo

Saad

Rp1.764.246

Rp1.960.518 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the parking lot.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Home 2 Suites by Hilton' sign on the left. The building has a mix of brick and glass facades, and a rooftop patio with outdoor seating.

A modern coffee shop with a coffee station, trash bins, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by colorful chairs and exercise equipment.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Bloomington

13.2 km from Minnesota Zoo

Robert

Rp1.912.502

Rp2.218.981 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a brick fire pit, wicker furniture, and glass doors leading to an interior space.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, tables, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A corridor with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a magazine rack.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Minneapolis St. Paul/Eagan

7.4 km from Minnesota Zoo

Tiffany

Rp2.010.496

Rp2.234.164 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a wall of circular mirrors.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a buffet counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a long corridor, dark wooden reception desk, and wall-mounted lamps.

A modern interior with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a wall with circular mirrors.

14. Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis

10 km from Minnesota Zoo

Gordon

Rp2.133.440

Rp2.475.322 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase with glass railings.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, white tiled backsplash, and bar stools.

A modern lobby with a long reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a bookshelf with various items.

A hallway with a long reception desk, a decorative wall panel, and a tall vase with white flowers.

15. Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington

14.3 km from Minnesota Zoo

Hannah

Rp2.136.152

Rp2.478.470 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A kitchenette with a chalkboard sign reading "EAT", a grill, a coffee machine, and a display case with pastries.

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

16. Lakeville Inn

15.9 km from Minnesota Zoo

David

Rp1.889.179

Rp2.099.350 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern interior with hanging spherical lights, a large wall-mounted fireplace, and two unique woven chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a parking area.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple dining tables, and chairs.

17. Radisson Blu Mall of America

9.9 km from Minnesota Zoo

Stacie

Rp3.519.272

Rp4.083.233 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a large window with curtains.

A modern interior with a central island, dining tables, chairs, and pendant lighting.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, including a rooftop patio area.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Paul Eagan

5.1 km from Minnesota Zoo

Rp1.872.184

Rp2.080.463 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hotel sign with 'CANDLEWOOD SUITES' written on it.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, and cabinets.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a desk.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and ceiling lights.

19. Candlewood Suites Lakeville I-35 by IHG

16.3 km from Minnesota Zoo

Jeff

Rp2.730.080

Rp3.033.824 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, a round table, and a high chair.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a seating area with chairs and tables, and a balcony with a railing.

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

A covered outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a white railing, and a view of trees.

20. SpringHill Suites Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport/Eagan

6.6 km from Minnesota Zoo

garry

Rp1.444.592

Rp1.605.303 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Minnesota Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan	8.8 Excellent 573 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Eagan Arpt South - Mall Area by IHG	8.8 Excellent 673 reviews	View
Coratel Inn and Suites By Jasper Eagan St Paul Airport & Mall of America	7.0 Good 727 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Eagan Minnesota Near Mall of America	7.2 Good 1,005 reviews	View
Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America	6.0 402 reviews	View

Top Minnesota Zoo Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Apple Valley

8/10 Good

"For the price the room was fine. The pool area needs some repair and renovation. Kind of scabby looking. Shower had mold/ mildew stains on tile. Higher shower head mount was broken."

Days Inn by Wyndham Eagan Minnesota Near Mall of America

10/10 Excellent

"It was fine."

TownePlace Suites Marriott Minneapolis St Paul AirportEagan

8/10 Good

"A nice, decent place for a short term stay.. No glowing raves, but not disappointed. I would stay there again if I needed a place in Eagan."

Wyndham Minneapolis South/Burnsville

8/10 Good

"This property is located in a terrific area but it clearly needs a face lift. Tile grout in bathroom area was dirty and the decor of the room was very dated. Do better please."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Paul Eagan

10/10 Excellent

"We always enjoy our stay at this Fairfield Inn in Eagan. Very clean! Pleasant and professional staff and it feels really safe. Breakfast was scrambled eggs, sausage patties, cereals, waffles, juices, yogurt, bagels with cream cheese, toast, etc. A good place. Good exercise room too."

Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice rooms All workers are in order"

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan

8/10 Good

"Clean room and quiet during the night"

Home2 Suites Eagan Minneapolis

8/10 Good

"Great staff"

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Buck Hill

7.8/10 (29 reviews)

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Twin Cities Premium Outlets

8.6/10 (426 reviews)

During your trip to Eagan, you can do some window-shopping at Twin Cities Premium Outlets. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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Cascade Bay Waterpark

7.2/10 (113 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Cascade Bay Waterpark as part of your trip to Eagan. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Burnsville Performing Arts Center

7.6/10 (20 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Burnsville Performing Arts Center during your trip to Burnsville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Skateville

6.4/10 (12 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Skateville during your trip to Burnsville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Crystal Lake Beach

7.6/10 (19 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Lake Beach during your trip to Burnsville? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Crystal Lake Golf Club

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lakeville at Crystal Lake Golf Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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The Works

8.0/10 (261 reviews)

You can take time to visit The Works during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Minnesota Zoo?

Minnesota Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Apple Valley known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. You'll find 93 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Minnesota Zoo?

Coratel Inn and Suites By Jasper Eagan St Paul Airport & Mall of America 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 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Minnesota Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America and Blue Way Inn Eagan Extended Stay Minneapolis Airport Eagan North MN.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Minnesota Zoo?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Minnesota Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Minnesota Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might 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 view the best options available near Minnesota Zoo.

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Our top choices for Minnesota Zoo hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan

2. Candlewood Suites Eagan Arpt South - Mall Area by IHG

3. Coratel Inn and Suites By Jasper Eagan St Paul Airport & Mall of America

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Eagan Minnesota Near Mall of America

5. Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America

6. Blue Way Inn Eagan Extended Stay Minneapolis Airport Eagan North MN

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Inver Grove Heights/Minneap

8. LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville

9. Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eagan - Minneapolis Area by IHG

11. Hampton Inn by Hilton Minneapolis/Eagan

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Bloomington

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Minneapolis St. Paul/Eagan

14. Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis

15. Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington

16. Lakeville Inn

17. Radisson Blu Mall of America

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Paul Eagan

19. Candlewood Suites Lakeville I-35 by IHG

20. SpringHill Suites Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport/Eagan

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Top Minnesota Zoo Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Apple Valley

Days Inn by Wyndham Eagan Minnesota Near Mall of America

TownePlace Suites Marriott Minneapolis St Paul AirportEagan

Wyndham Minneapolis South/Burnsville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Paul Eagan

Blue Way Inn & Suites Minneapolis Airport Eagan - Mall of America

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Eagan

Home2 Suites Eagan Minneapolis

Other attractions near Minnesota Zoo

Buck Hill

Twin Cities Premium Outlets

Cascade Bay Waterpark

Burnsville Performing Arts Center

Skateville

Crystal Lake Beach

Crystal Lake Golf Club

The Works

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