The Best Hotels Closest to Melbourne Zoo in Melbourne for 2026

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A restaurant with round tables, brown leather booths, and a bottle of champagne.

A modern building with a sign reading 'CROWNE PLAZA BY IHG.'

A hotel room with a dark green sofa, a round table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

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

1. Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG

2.2 km from Melbourne Zoo

Mark

NT$4,160

NT$4,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bar area with a wooden counter, a laptop, and various bottles and glasses.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a hanging light, and a dining area with two chairs and a table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view, and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story brick building with a curved corner, labeled "Court House Hotel."

2. The Courthouse North Melbourne

2.1 km from Melbourne Zoo

Julia

NT$3,125

NT$3,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, glass cabinets, and a central island with a hanging light fixture.

A modern room with large windows offering a city view, a white chair, and two round ottomans.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large red umbrella.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a tiled backsplash.

3. The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 2.6 km from Melbourne Zoo

Jack

NT$4,044

NT$4,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles, glasses, and plates.

A gym area with kettlebells and dumbbells on racks, a black wall with vertical wooden slats, and a green plant in the background.

A building with a zigzag pattern on its facade, named "Zagame's House".

A modern bathroom with a large oval mirror, a wooden vanity, and a view of trees through a window.

4. Zagame's House

2.7 km from Melbourne Zoo

Janine

NT$4,271

NT$4,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with unique lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern outdoor area with a circular water feature, wooden deck, and a building with a unique architectural design.

5. Melbourne City Apartment Hotel

2.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

Ciela

NT$3,018

NT$3,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A room with a large window overlooking a city skyline at dusk, a small table with books and a plant, and a chair with a pillow.

A modern building with a glass facade, a central courtyard with trees, and a clear sky.

A modern restaurant with a brick wall, a wooden counter, and a patterned floor.

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, large windows, and potted plants.

6. The Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series

1.2 km from Melbourne Zoo

Peter

NT$3,075

NT$3,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large wall with geometric patterns, and a clean, tiled floor.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in microwave, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

A modern building with a 'For Lease' sign, large windows, and a 'Tyrone' sign indicating a business on the ground floor.

7. Tyrian Serviced Apartments Fitzroy

Fitzroy, 2.8 km from Melbourne Zoo

HELEN

NT$4,229

NT$4,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a brick wall on one side, and a concrete edge.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a staircase.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

8. Veriu Queen Victoria Market

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.7 km from Melbourne Zoo

Ryan

NT$3,250

NT$3,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A cityscape through large windows, a chair, a table, a cup of coffee, and a croissant.

A modern building with a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott" and a visible entrance.

An outdoor terrace with seating, a dining area, and a city view.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, and a small table.

9. Courtyard By Marriott Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens

2.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

YU WEN

NT$3,900

NT$4,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern reception area with a receptionist at a desk, surrounded by shelves with plants and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern building with large glass windows, a brick base, and a metal railing on the upper floor.

A modern high-rise building with a prominent glass facade and a curved structure on the right.

10. Brady Hotels Jones Lane

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.2 km from Melbourne Zoo

Niki

NT$2,790

NT$3,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a large TV, a round mirror, a sofa with blue cushions, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and appliances.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a framed artwork, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A modern apartment with a living area, kitchen, and a balcony with a city view.

11. The Marker Apartments Melbourne

2.6 km from Melbourne Zoo

Fadi

NT$4,199

NT$4,618 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern dining room with a round table, orange chairs, a city view, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent vertical element and illuminated windows.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a wall with abstract art pieces.

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

12. Mercure Melbourne La Trobe Street

3.2 km from Melbourne Zoo

JEAN CLAUDE

NT$3,322

NT$3,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by modern buildings.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern building with a unique facade, palm trees, and a well-lit outdoor area with stone pathways.

A modern hotel courtyard with palm trees, outdoor seating, and a covered area with a lattice design.

13. Turnkey Accommodation – North Melbourne

1.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

Hsiao-Mei

NT$5,016

NT$5,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern apartment with a grey sofa, teal armchair, and a small round table with a vase of flowers. A kitchen with white cabinets and a large window offering a city view is visible.

A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a city view.

A swimming pool with a 1.2m depth sign, tiled walls, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

Denise

NT$2,256

NT$2,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern living room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern indoor pool area with a glass barrier, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a large city view, a grey sofa, a round coffee table with fruit, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a large TV, a comfortable sofa, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

15. Lumina Suites

3 km from Melbourne Zoo

VIJAYANT

NT$3,509

NT$3,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small green stool.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a mounted sign indicating it's the Best Western Victoria Market Hotel.

A modern lobby with a marble wall, an elevator, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a mix of older structures.

16. Best Western Queen Victoria Market Hotel

2.5 km from Melbourne Zoo

Melissa

NT$2,621

NT$2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A high-rise building with a distinctive blue facade, surrounded by various other buildings in a cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a grid-patterned ceiling.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible reception area, and a sign for Novotel.

17. ibis Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.2 km from Melbourne Zoo

Lankeshwar

NT$2,327

NT$2,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, a round table with two champagne flutes, and a glass railing.

A gym with treadmills and weight machines, a cityscape view through large windows, and a modern interior design.

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a flat roof and a uniform facade.

18. Flagstaff Gardens Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

Mel

NT$3,663

NT$4,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern kitchen with a double sink, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a neutral color palette.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small kitchen area, and a door to the left.

A sign for Moonee Valley Racing Club with a horse silhouette.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

19. Quest Moonee Valley

2.9 km from Melbourne Zoo

Darren

NT$4,661

NT$5,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern high-rise hotel with a unique facade featuring circular cutouts and balconies with colorful accents.

A modern cafe interior with a counter, seating area, menu boards, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, and a modern design.

20. Brady Hotels Central Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 3 km from Melbourne Zoo

Jessica

NT$2,790

NT$3,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Compare popular hotels close to Melbourne Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
The Courthouse North Melbourne	9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews	View
The StandardX, Melbourne	9.8 Exceptional 306 reviews	View
Zagame's House	9.6 Exceptional 628 reviews	View
Melbourne City Apartment Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 378 reviews	View

Top Melbourne Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"We had a wonderful time. The staff were friendly & helpful as well. The location was perfect close to everything and in walking distance as well. We enjoyed our time at Melbourne. Thank you 😊"

Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"My wife any myself spent 4 days in Melbourne to see a Couple of Live Shows and it was great having the Hotel Grand Chancellor to return back to after a busy Day. We were certainly very please with our Accommodation. Thank you"

ibis Melbourne Central

8/10 Good

"I've stayed here a few times for work and the place is close to everything. Some of the rooms have a weird layout, but they are always clean and tidy. They only had self-serve check-in and the first machine I used didn't work and it was a bit annoying to have to enter my info twice, but otherwise it was a great stay."

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"Great location in the heart of the CBD with easy access to transport options. I stay regularly for work and the rooms are always clean and tidy and check-in is easy. My last stay, the hairdryer was broken and there was no conditioner in the shower, but otherwise it was a comfortable stay."

Rydges Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed overnight to see a show at Her Majesties theatre. Walking distance to hotel is why we initially booked our stay. We were both extremely happy with our stay. Front staff were very friendly and it took just moments to get us checked in. Room was beyond our expectations. Clean , modern , spacious. We took advantage of pre theatre menu at Bossley restaurant on site and had a very enjoyable meal on a relaxing atmosphere. Late checkout in morning was very appreciated after a late night. We will definately stay again. Thank You Ridges Hotel Melbourne."

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and spacious, and in a very convenient location to get around the city or hop on a train."

Park Squire Motor Inn and Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"As usual the best, we had one of the older rooms this time but did the job."

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was clean , beds were comfortable , the buffet breakfast was amazing . I hope to stay again in the future"

Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Make sure yo let reception know what time you wish to check in and check out do they are attending the front desk"

Other attractions near Melbourne Zoo

Royal Park

9.8/10 (9 reviews)

After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Melbourne. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

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State Netball Hockey Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at State Netball Hockey Centre, an entertaining place to visit in Melbourne. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

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Royal Melbourne Hospital - Royal Park Campus

Though Royal Melbourne Hospital - Royal Park Campus might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Melbourne while you are here.

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Princes Park

Princes Park is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Ikon Park

Catch an event at Ikon Park during your trip to Melbourne. Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.

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Bergy Bandroom

You can get tickets for a performance at Bergy Bandroom during your stay in Melbourne. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

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Stay Gold

Stay Gold is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Brimbank Park

Explore the great outdoors at Brimbank Park, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Melbourne Zoo?

Melbourne Zoo is located in a vibrant area of Melbourne known for its picturesque gardens and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 74 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Melbourne Zoo?

Park Inn By Radisson Melbourne Carlton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Melbourne Zoo. Other good options within 5 miles include Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne and ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Melbourne Zoo?

Expedia has 74 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Melbourne Zoo.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Melbourne Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Melbourne Zoo?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Melbourne Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Melbourne Zoo?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Melbourne Museum, Old Melbourne Gaol, or National Gallery of Victoria. Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central, and Melbourne Cricket Ground are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Her Majesty's Theatre, Princess Theatre, and East End Theatre District.

How can I get to Melbourne Zoo?

Head over to Royal Park Station to catch metro transit. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Melbourne Zoo hotels

1. Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG

2. The Courthouse North Melbourne

3. The StandardX, Melbourne

4. Zagame's House

5. Melbourne City Apartment Hotel

6. The Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series

7. Tyrian Serviced Apartments Fitzroy

8. Veriu Queen Victoria Market

9. Courtyard By Marriott Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens

10. Brady Hotels Jones Lane

11. The Marker Apartments Melbourne

12. Mercure Melbourne La Trobe Street

13. Turnkey Accommodation – North Melbourne

14. Pegasus Apart'Hotel

15. Lumina Suites

16. Best Western Queen Victoria Market Hotel

17. ibis Melbourne Central

18. Flagstaff Gardens Hotel Melbourne

19. Quest Moonee Valley

20. Brady Hotels Central Melbourne

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Top Melbourne Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

ibis Melbourne Central

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Park Squire Motor Inn and Serviced Apartments

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

Other attractions near Melbourne Zoo

Royal Park

State Netball Hockey Centre

Royal Melbourne Hospital - Royal Park Campus

Princes Park

Ikon Park

Bergy Bandroom

Stay Gold

Brimbank Park

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