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Mirage Inn and Suites

Mirage Inn and Suites

Mirage Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
0.3 km from San Francisco Zoo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Happy that the room was so clean and felt fresh Ideal for quick stays in that part of SF "
United States
Toti
Mirage Inn and Suites
Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds
Ocean Inn

Ocean Inn

Ocean Inn
2.0 star property
3.1 km from San Francisco Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (169)
"Below the hotel there's a pub, and people are talking outside until 2 AM, making a lot of noise. In front of the hotel there's a subway line, which also makes a lot of noise until midnight."
United States
Wilker
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Ocean Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
The SeaScape Inn

The SeaScape Inn

The SeaScape Inn
2.0 star property
3.1 km from San Francisco Zoo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (919)
"It is a decent place to stay. Convenient location and close to transportation, coffee shops, bakery or restaurants. Clean room and helpful staff. Close to the Ocean - you can enjoy your walk on the beach. "
United States
Barbara
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The SeaScape Inn
Beach nearby
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway
2.0 star property
3.4 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (503)
"We got this place on a deal, which made it very worth it. Is it the best room you’ll ever stay at? No, but is it a great location with beach, Golden Gate Park and lots of food spots nearby? Yes it absolutely is and the staff members are nice and efficient. "
United States
Aryan
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway
Reception
El Camino Inn

El Camino Inn

El Camino Inn
2.0 star property
6 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (858)
"The room was great clean room not to far away from sf. Definitely recommend staying here."
United States
Joel
El Camino Inn
Deluxe Apartment
Maddux Homes near Westlake

Maddux Homes near Westlake

Maddux Homes near Westlake
2.5 star property
4.6 km from San Francisco Zoo
5.6 out of 10, (4)
"The place was a little dusty and not fully clean. Also, the drain in the shower was backed up but wasn’t terrible. "
United States
Jaime
The price is NZ$557
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Maddux Homes near Westlake
Standard Room
Cozy and Affordable Homes in Santa Ana

Cozy and Affordable Homes in Santa Ana

Cozy and Affordable Homes in Santa Ana
2.0 star property
7.1 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.2 out of 10, (27)
"Location for work was great but the room was cold"
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Cozy and Affordable Homes in Santa Ana
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Hotel Sunrise

Hotel Sunrise

Hotel Sunrise
2.0 star property
8 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (638)
"Great place to stay in the heart of the Mission District. Spartan accomodations but excellent. Location is amazing. Dining options are limitless and it is so close to public transportation. "
United States
Brock
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Sunrise
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Royal Inn

Royal Inn

Royal Inn
2.0 star property
8.6 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (129)
"Great place. "
United States
Cindy
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Royal Inn
Superior Room
SF Central Hotel

SF Central Hotel

SF Central Hotel
2.0 star property
8.3 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.2 out of 10, (866)
"The rooms were very dirty. The heater didn't work in one of the rooms. And the plumbing made very loud noises when taking a shower. We checked in Friday (12/12/25) at 9pm, but, checked out Saturday (12/13/25) at 9am. Even though we had originally booked for 2 days. Expedia credited back the one day we did not stay. Thank you, Expedia. We ended up going to another hotel."
United States
ZAW
SF Central Hotel
Lobby
Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City

Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City
2.5 star property
5.4 km from San Francisco Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Clean room and welcoming staff."
United States
Louie
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn San Francisco-Daly City
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
BridgePoint Inn Daly City

BridgePoint Inn Daly City

BridgePoint Inn Daly City
2.0 star property
8.9 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.4 out of 10, (944)
"Easy check in staff was nice. Rooms are newly renovated and clean. Good water pressure!"
United States
Ashtyn
BridgePoint Inn Daly City
Reception
Embassy Hotel

Embassy Hotel

Embassy Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (516)
"What a gem to stay will stay on next trip"
United States
tony
Embassy Hotel
Deluxe House | Private kitchen
Stunning 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Home near BART

Stunning 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Home near BART

Stunning 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Home near BART
3.0 star property
4.9 km from San Francisco Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is NZ$539
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Stunning 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Home near BART
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
SOMA Park Inn – Civic Center

SOMA Park Inn – Civic Center

SOMA Park Inn – Civic Center
2.0 star property
South of Market, 9.1 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (1002)
"It’s what I expected with friendly front desk staff would stay again"
United States
Howard
SOMA Park Inn – Civic Center
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Alpha Inn & Suites

Alpha Inn & Suites

Alpha Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow, 9 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.6 out of 10, (989)
"It was good for the price I paid. "
United States
Felicity
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Alpha Inn & Suites
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Rodeway Inn San Francisco City Center

Rodeway Inn San Francisco City Center

Rodeway Inn San Francisco City Center
2.0 star property
9 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.4 out of 10, (1000)
"Room was nice and clean. Parking a breeze."
United States
Mary
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Rodeway Inn San Francisco City Center
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Inn on Folsom

Inn on Folsom

Inn on Folsom
2.0 star property
South of Market, 9.4 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.6 out of 10, (642)
"Awful"
United States
Naomi
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Inn on Folsom
Meeting facility
BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4.0 star property
9.3 km from San Francisco Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (1018)
"Great prize and location! "
United States
ninos
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Premium Apartment
Lux Apartment on hill close to SF

Lux Apartment on hill close to SF

Lux Apartment on hill close to SF
4.0 star property
7 km from San Francisco Zoo
2.8 out of 10, (5)
"Property owner, cancelled our reservation and took our money"
United States
Wael
The price is NZ$525
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Lux Apartment on hill close to SF
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Top San Francisco Zoo Hotel Reviews

Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this hotel!!! "
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Stanyan Park Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Francisco Zoo?
San Francisco Zoo is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its beautiful ocean views and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near San Francisco Zoo?
Adjacent to San Francisco Zoo, Mirage Inn and Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a few miles include Ocean Inn and The SeaScape Inn.
How many hotels will I find near San Francisco Zoo?
Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Francisco Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Francisco Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to San Francisco Zoo.
What can I see and do near San Francisco Zoo?
California Academy of Sciences, De Young Museum and Legion of Honor feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Castro Street, Painted Ladies and Full House House to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Castro Theatre, Russian Center of San Francisco and Mashouf Performing Arts Center if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to San Francisco Zoo?
You can take advantage of metro transport at S.F. State Station, Stonestown Lakeside/Winston Station and Right Of Way/Eucalyptus Dr Stop. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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