The Best Hotels Closest to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma for 2026

A large fish with a yellow tail swimming in clear water.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a white door, a gray chair, and a mirror reflecting a room with a window.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window overlooking a residential area.

A bedroom with a bed, a white shelving unit, and a clock on the wall.

1. Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Adriana

NT$3,304

NT$5,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern, well-lit room with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, and a microwave. There are wooden shelves above the counter holding dishes and glasses.

A bright room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, a small table, and a wicker basket.

2. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Dayn

NT$2,788

NT$5,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a view of the parking area.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and illuminated signage.

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a large screen, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a reception area.

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Andrea

NT$3,701

NT$4,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, refrigerated display, and a view through the window.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating with orange and gray chairs.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, wooden chairs, and a colorful rug.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

16.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Christian

NT$2,772

NT$3,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a wooden reception desk.

A hotel with a neon sign indicating 'Hampton Inn & Suites' and a clear entrance.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, sink, and a small countertop.

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

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Marceli Souza

NT$3,575

NT$4,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A bar area with multiple seating options, a coffee machine, and a variety of beverages and snacks displayed on shelves.

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

An outdoor patio area with a dining table, chairs, and a large umbrella.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by blue walls and windows.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

16.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Colin

NT$4,078

NT$4,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, red and black chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

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

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, large windows, and a clock on the wall.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

18.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Gail

NT$3,713

NT$4,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A historic building with the name "McMenamins Elks Temple" on the facade.

A hallway with a warm orange wall, black trim, and a large potted plant. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A cozy bar area with wooden beams, a counter, and seating.

A breakfast setting with a variety of dishes including eggs, toast, and a drink.

8. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Jack

NT$3,932

NT$4,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a long table and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a coffee station.

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a coffee machine, and a rice cooker on a kitchen counter.

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

9. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

16.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Claudia

NT$3,456

NT$3,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A marina with boats, a bridge, and a paved walkway with a geometric pattern.

A long, narrow hallway with wooden flooring and blue walls, featuring doors on both sides and a sign indicating a breakfast room and fire monitor system.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a microwave in the kitchenette.

A marina building with a covered entrance and a parking lot with several cars.

10. Marina Inn

18.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Luz

NT$2,412

NT$2,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

11. The INN at Gig Harbor

4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Cheryl

NT$4,305

NT$4,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and tables, with a covered patio area and a building in the background.

A lobby with a map, chairs, a round table, and a sign about Lakewood, WA.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "Townfield Suites Marriott".

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a TV, and a kitchen area.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tacoma Lakewood

17.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

JEAN

NT$3,785

NT$4,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A spacious indoor seating area with tables and benches, large windows with a grid pattern, and a view of a parking lot.

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

A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 14.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Ronald

NT$3,195

NT$3,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee maker, a microwave, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 9.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Alysha

NT$3,638

NT$4,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and well-maintained landscaping.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel reception desk with a framed 'explore' sign and a 'Hilton Honors' sign.

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

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

16.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Austin

NT$2,827

NT$3,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a parking area.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, blue armchairs, and a chandelier.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

A modern hotel lobby with a leather sofa, two patterned pillows, and a dark wall with a light fixture.

16. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 8.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Amber

NT$4,173

NT$4,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs.

A modern lounge area with a bar, sofas, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

A spacious lounge area with a large gray sofa, ottomans, and a round coffee table. A bar area with stools is visible in the background.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a staircase connecting floors.

17. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 8.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Shane

NT$3,880

NT$4,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A storage area with metal shelves containing jars and boxes, a metal desk with a lamp, and a wooden wall with a grid pattern.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with large windows.

A modern hotel building with a curved glass facade, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of mountains and a lake.

18. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

20 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Jennifer

NT$3,298

NT$3,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

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

A conference room with a wooden table, metal chairs, a mirror, and a blue accent wall.

A parking area with electric vehicle charging stations, a hotel building in the background, and a clear sky.

19. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Sheila

NT$2,575

NT$2,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, escalators, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign indicating the direction to the casino parking.

A modern casino hotel lobby with a curved seating area, large windows, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, escalators, and a modern chandelier.

20. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 11.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Gregory

NT$6,719

NT$7,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage	8.4 Very good 18 reviews	View
Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,265 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way	8.4 Very good 1,450 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Murano

8/10 Good

"It was in a great location for the comedy club venue and casino."

The INN at Gig Harbor

8/10 Good

"Good"

Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

8/10 Good

"The cozy cottage is the perfect place to stay for 1-2 people when visiting the Ruston area in Tacoma. There’s a small convenience store a couple blocks away with coffee, beers, etc. Wifi on site was fast and easy to connect to (once we did a little troubleshooting). Towels and basic toiletries are provided as well as dishes, a Brita water filter, and Keurig coffee maker. The bed is comfy, but the bedroom does get warm in the summer. There’s a large fan in the bedroom to keep cool. Overall, I would recommend this place of looking for a place to stay in Ruston / Tacoma."

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

10/10 Excellent

"It was quiet and quaint, very homey. The communication from the host was impeccable. We'll be a return guest, for sure!"

Other attractions near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

A rustic wooden cabin interior with various tools and equipment, including a large bear statue, wooden buckets, and a wheelbarrow.

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

See properties

Point Defiance Park

9.4/10 (37 reviews)

One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.

See properties

A calm lake with a pier, a mountain in the background, and a forested area to the right.

Owen Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Owen Beach during your trip to Tacoma?

See properties

Adventure Maze

Enjoy an outing to Adventure Maze during your stay in Tacoma.

See properties

Cinemark Century Point Ruston

You can take time to visit Cinemark Century Point Ruston during your travels to Tacoma.

See properties

Marine Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Marine Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

See properties

Cushman Trail

8.4/10 (16 reviews)

You can take time to visit Cushman Trail during your travels to Gig Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

See properties

beach near Narrows Bridge Pond

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Narrows Bridge Pond during your trip to Gig Harbor? Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Tacoma known for its beautiful beaches and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

The INN at Gig Harbor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

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

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, click here.

What can I see and do near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium?

Study the collections at Harbor History Museum, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, or Job Carr Cabin Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Paradise Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Point Defiance Park, Titlow Park, and Crescent Creek Park.

Find hotels near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Tacoma from NT$2,714

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

2. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

6. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

8. McMenamins Elk Temple

9. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

10. Marina Inn

11. The INN at Gig Harbor

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tacoma Lakewood

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

14. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

16. Hotel Murano

17. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

18. Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South

19. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

20. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Murano

The INN at Gig Harbor

Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

Other attractions near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

Point Defiance Park

Owen Beach

Adventure Maze

Cinemark Century Point Ruston

Marine Park

Cushman Trail

beach near Narrows Bridge Pond

Frequently asked questions