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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

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

A modern building with a mix of white, blue, and orange facades, featuring a Holiday Inn Express sign.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, breakfast sign, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

1. Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG

4.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Alan

Rp1.231.896

Rp1.478.275 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel facade with a geometric pattern, large windows, and a modern design.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and hanging lights.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport

11.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Shraddha

Rp1.770.354

Rp2.124.425 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A garden pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof and a lantern.

A traditional house with a conservatory, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a swing set.

A garden with a wooden house, stone benches, and potted plants.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a green patterned carpet.

3. West Lodge Hotel

13.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Darren

Rp1.341.177

Rp1.609.412 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A dining area with four tables, each covered with a white tablecloth. There are chairs around the tables, and a television is mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a television.

A staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted floor.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple towers, and a central courtyard with a fountain and statues.

4. House Forty one

17.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Edward

Rp2.284.889

Rp2.741.962 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A modern living room with a piano, two white sofas, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a piano, and a television.

A bedroom with a bed, a painting, a sliding door, and a balcony.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a bathroom, and a balcony.

5. Albion's House

11.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Niall

Rp932.156

Rp1.118.587 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel lobby with a central seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a small table, and a fireplace.

A 24/7 snack and beverage station with refrigerated and shelf storage.

A modern hotel building with a prominent Hampton by Hilton sign, multiple windows, and a British flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a long bar, wooden furniture, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

6. Hampton by Hilton London Luton Airport

10.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Tibah

Rp1.579.211

Rp1.895.054 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A dining area with round tables and chairs, pendant lights, and a wooden partition.

A cozy bar area with wooden walls, a bar counter with a wine tap, and two upholstered chairs.

A bar area with multiple beer taps, a glass display, and a counter with a menu.

A traditional Tudor-style building with a black and white facade, a sign reading "The Red Lion," and a visible entrance.

7. Bel & the Dragon at Red Lion Wendover

16.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Julie

Rp1.580.423

Rp1.896.508 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Premier Inn hotel with a modern design, a water body in front, and a flag on top.

8. Premier Inn Hemel Hempstead Central

11.9 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Nicholas

Rp1.013.334

Rp1.216.001 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and a mix of wooden and stone elements.

The Greyhound Inn with ivy-covered walls, a traditional pub sign, and outdoor seating with green umbrellas.

A neatly made bed with checkered pillows, a window with a view of greenery, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "The Greyhound Inn" and a pub sign above it.

9. The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

6.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Lucy

Rp1.788.236

Rp2.145.884 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A two-story house with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture and a flower bed.

A canal with narrowboats docked along the water's edge, surrounded by terraced buildings.

A two-story house with a white exterior, a brick archway entrance, a bay window, and a garage door.

A well-maintained lawn with flower beds and a stone wall.

10. The Coniston Rooms

15.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

matthew

Rp1.422.381

Rp1.706.857 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a laptop, and a seating area with a red cushion.

A conference room with a long table, four chairs, and two windows with blinds.

A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including trays, bowls, and a coffee station.

A vending machine with a variety of snacks and beverages, including Pringles, Cadbury Dairy Milk, and Pepsi.

11. Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG

11.7 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

John

Rp1.768.367

Rp2.122.041 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large pillar, and a view through the glass doors.

12. Holiday Inn London - Luton Airport by IHG

11.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Bhavik

Rp1.519.258

Rp1.823.110 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A row of traditional half-timbered houses with brick walls and white plaster, each with a pitched roof and hanging flower baskets.

A conservatory with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

A glass-top dining table set with white napkins, silverware, and clear wine glasses, surrounded by wicker chairs with red cushions.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, wooden furniture, and a warm ambiance.

13. Boxmoor Lodge

11.9 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

John

Rp1.388.642

Rp1.666.370 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern reception area with a green accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee machine.

The entrance to a Thistle Express building with a clear glass facade, a tiled floor, and a visible entrance door.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a reception desk, and a bar area.

A modern interior with seating and tables, a patterned wall, and hanging lights.

14. Thistle Express London Luton

9.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Danny

Rp1.072.942

Rp1.287.530 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern cafe with a central seating area featuring green cushioned benches, surrounded by orange chairs and tables. A vintage-style counter with a bicycle and a fruit bowl is visible.

A hotel hallway with a sign indicating room number 408.

A modern hotel reception desk with two monitors, a plant, and a printer.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, illuminated by wall-mounted lights.

15. Spark by Hilton Luton

9.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Chloe

Rp1.408.766

Rp1.690.519 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, a small table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, a wall-mounted picture, and a door with a heart-shaped handle.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with shutters, and a mirror.

16. Nags Head

19.9 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Fiona

Rp1.617.911

Rp1.941.493 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional pub with a white facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating 'The Brewers' as the name.

A bar area with wooden beams, a counter with taps, and bar stools.

A dining area with round wooden tables, upholstered chairs, and a fireplace in the background.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a large armchair, a wooden table, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. Two Brewers by Chef and Brewer Collection

16.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Paula

Rp1.502.289

Rp1.802.746 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant with round tables, booths, and tropical-themed chairs.

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

18. Premier Inn St Albans City Centre

17.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Katherine

Rp1.025.992

Rp1.231.191 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring patterned chairs, a patterned floor, and a wall with framed pictures.

A staircase with a wooden handrail, flanked by blue walls adorned with framed artwork, photographs, and a large painting.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a wooden table.

A neatly made bed with white and yellow pillows, a brown throw blanket, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

19. Old Cock Inn

13.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Timothy

Rp2.574.846

Rp3.089.815 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A traditional Tudor-style building with a sign reading "Can Park Hotel Entrance."

A four-poster bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a checkered ottoman.

A restaurant with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, and framed artwork on the walls.

A bedroom with a large bathtub, a bed with white linens, a wooden ladder, and a window with curtains.

20. The Kings Arms Hotel

20.6 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Beulah

Rp1.741.983

Rp3.163.320 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
West Lodge Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 272 reviews	View
House Forty one	10.0 Exceptional 192 reviews	View
Albion's House	9.0 Wonderful 34 reviews	View

Top ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Hotel Reviews

Old Palace Lodge Hotel

8/10 Good

"Clean room a bit dated, shower was excellent though. Initial check-in was excellent and the staff very attentive."

Thistle Express London Luton

10/10 Excellent

"It does the job"

OYO The Chiltern Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room very clean and comfortable recommend to everyone"

Spark by Hilton Luton

8/10 Good

"The hotel seems quite recent and fixture and fittings are good. The room was clean. Nice reception staff. A little drawback in our room: the triple room was quite tight and there was a big pillar on the middle of our room Also parking was really tight. We arrived quite late and struggled to park"

Highwayman Hotel By Greene King Inns

8/10 Good

"Stayed for early morning flight. All ok and food at the pub was good."

Pendley Manor

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great"

The Pheasant Inn

8/10 Good

"The staff are very helpful and polite and the free parking is a bonus. The room was clean and had a very nice ensuite. I had the cooked breakfast and it looked and tasted good. It is a pub so music is played during the evening. You can hear it in the room but it turned of before too late. It's only 10 minutes easy drive to the hospital. This is why we booked it and would use again."

Luton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This app by hotel is amazing"

Stuart Hotel

8/10 Good

"N/A"

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7.8/10 (19 reviews)

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Ivinghoe Beacon

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Ashridge Golf Club

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Ashridge Estate

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Ashridge Artisans Golf Club

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around ZSL Whipsnade Zoo?

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Whipsnade known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 62 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo?

Highwayman Hotel By Greene King Inns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. Other good options within 5 miles include Old Palace Lodge Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo?

Expedia has 62 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

What can I see and do near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo?

Local parks like Dunstable Downs, Ashridge Estate and College Lake Nature Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Create some family memories at Woodside Animal Farm and Mead Open Farm. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Chilterns Nature - Ivinghoe Beacon Nature Reserve, Ashridge Golf Club and TeamSport Dunstable while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for ZSL Whipsnade Zoo hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG

2. Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport

3. West Lodge Hotel

4. House Forty one

5. Albion's House

6. Hampton by Hilton London Luton Airport

7. Bel & the Dragon at Red Lion Wendover

8. Premier Inn Hemel Hempstead Central

9. The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

10. The Coniston Rooms

11. Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG

12. Holiday Inn London - Luton Airport by IHG

13. Boxmoor Lodge

14. Thistle Express London Luton

15. Spark by Hilton Luton

16. Nags Head

17. Two Brewers by Chef and Brewer Collection

18. Premier Inn St Albans City Centre

19. Old Cock Inn

20. The Kings Arms Hotel

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Top ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Hotel Reviews

Old Palace Lodge Hotel

Thistle Express London Luton

OYO The Chiltern Hotel

Spark by Hilton Luton

Highwayman Hotel By Greene King Inns

Pendley Manor

The Pheasant Inn

Luton Hotel

Stuart Hotel

Other attractions near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Dunstable Downs

Chilterns Nature - Ivinghoe Beacon Nature Reserve

Ivinghoe Beacon

Ashridge Golf Club

Ashridge Estate

TeamSport Dunstable

Ashridge Artisans Golf Club

Genting Casino Luton

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