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

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

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

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

A kitchen with a gas stove, sink, and a window overlooking a house.

1. Walk to the waterfront The Cozy Cottage

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Adriana

NT$3,236

NT$5,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern, well-lit room with a white sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area in the background.

2. Walk to the waterfront The Hobbit House

North End, 2.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Dayn

NT$2,730

NT$5,147 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 spacious lobby with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a reception area.

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

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

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Uris

NT$3,624

NT$4,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel reception desk with a wooden counter, a receptionist, and a welcome sign.

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

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 14.3 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Akele

NT$3,900

NT$4,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

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

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

16.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Christian

NT$3,212

NT$3,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A cityscape with a prominent tower and a mountain in the background.

6. Tacoma Express

14.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

NT$2,330

NT$2,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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 Holiday Inn Express with Staybridge Suites and Replenish checkout areas, featuring refrigerated beverage dispensers and snack shelves.

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

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

7. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

16.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Claudia

NT$3,575

NT$4,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Marina Inn with a blue and white exterior, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

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

A hotel room with a blue wall, a wooden floor, a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a cart, and a staircase.

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.

8. Marina Inn

18.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Marisela

NT$2,468

NT$2,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

16.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Colin

NT$3,994

NT$4,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

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.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

18.1 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Julie

NT$3,663

NT$4,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 home gym with dumbbells, exercise balls, and kettlebells.

11. The INN at Gig Harbor

4.6 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Joseph

NT$3,891

NT$4,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 white building with the name "McMenamins" on the facade, featuring a grand staircase and ornate windows.

12. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Teresa

NT$3,994

NT$4,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a refrigerator with beverages, and a coffee station.

A clear blue swimming pool with a lifeguard stand, lounge chairs, and a fenced area with a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a brick facade, and a sign indicating a caution zone.

13. Best Western Lakewood

14.9 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Karon

NT$2,958

NT$3,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a fireplace, artwork on the walls, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

16.8 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Audriana

NT$3,500

NT$3,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A modern cafe with a central display case, wooden accents, and a unique ceiling design.

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

15. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 11.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Gregory

NT$6,580

NT$7,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A spacious restaurant with a long counter and multiple seating areas.

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

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

A modern office space with a large desk, multiple chairs, a television, and a view through large windows.

16. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 14.5 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Cary

NT$3,256

NT$3,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a sink.

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

17. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

19.7 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Sheila

NT$2,777

NT$3,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a polished floor.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception area, and a large window providing natural light.

An indoor swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a tiled floor and walls.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

17.4 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

tina

NT$3,441

NT$3,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a patterned wall, and large windows.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

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

19. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 10.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

John

NT$3,229

NT$3,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A reception area with a counter, a TV, a poster, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a '6' sign, a 'Welcome' sign, and a 'No Trucks' sign.

A vending machine with a Pepsi advertisement and a refrigerator with a sign that says "Please Do Not Fill Ice Chest".

20. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

14.2 km from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Sara

NT$1,763

NT$2,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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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 1,270 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way	8.4 Very good 1,435 reviews	View

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The INN at Gig Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"***"

The Maritime Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the little guest room we stayed in. We had a decent view of the marina, a little fireplace in the room was more than enough to keep it warm. It was clean and quaint. The beds were a little firm for my liking. The room/bathroom were well stocked. The staff was nice. Upon check in we got our room keys and then were told we got a complimentary glass of wine before 9pm. They did offer a small continental breakfast, but we did try it."

Hotel Murano

8/10 Good

"It was an okay lobby defending needed to be cleaned and fluffed.. staff was good the room Bath tub had hair in it . You also have to pay to park each night"

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.

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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.

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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?

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Adventure Maze

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

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Cinemark Century Point Ruston

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

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

6. Tacoma Express

7. Holiday Inn Express Federal Way Seattle South by IHG

8. Marina Inn

9. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

11. The INN at Gig Harbor

12. McMenamins Elk Temple

13. Best Western Lakewood

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

15. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

16. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

17. Woodspring Suites Algona/Auburn - Seattle South

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

19. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

20. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

Compare popular hotels close to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Top Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

The INN at Gig Harbor

The Maritime Inn

Hotel Murano

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

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