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

A paved pathway leading to a wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

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.

1. Albion's House

11.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Niall

AED 165

AED 198 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern interior with a seating area, a decorative shelf with plants, and a view through large windows.

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

2. Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport

11.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Juanita

AED 372

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A Holiday Inn Express reception desk with a clock, a digital display, and a sign indicating a special offer for guests under 25.

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

3. Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG

11.7 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Mrs k

AED 316

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring clear glassware and wooden chairs.

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

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

4. Bel & the Dragon at Red Lion Wendover

16.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Julie

AED 325

AED 390 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a parking area.

A grand staircase with a chandelier, ornate balustrades, and stained glass windows.

A hotel lobby with ornate ceiling, multiple seating areas, a bar, and a fireplace.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork, a large chandelier, and a fireplace in a spacious hall with patterned flooring.

5. Pendley Manor

8.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Lyla

AED 506

AED 607 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

6. Hampton by Hilton London Luton Airport

10.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Mel

AED 293

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A room with two beds, each with a white headboard and a blue blanket. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a telephone between the beds. A poster is on the wall above the beds.

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.

7. West Lodge Hotel

13.4 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Darren

AED 274

AED 329 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 large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple towers, and a central courtyard with a fountain and statues.

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

A staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted floor.

8. House Forty one

17.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Edward

AED 429

AED 515 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with wooden bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a well-stocked bar counter.

A cozy room with a fireplace, patterned wallpaper, and framed pictures.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a brick wall.

A traditional English country house with a signboard for Bedford Arms Hotel, featuring outdoor seating and a garden.

9. The Bedford Arms

19.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Edward

AED 410

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 wooden slats, green chairs, and tables, and two framed pictures on the wall.

10. Thistle Express London Luton

9.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Sultan

AED 195

AED 234 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Two Brewers by Chef and Brewer Collection

16.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Angela

AED 299

AED 359 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A historic stone building with a formal garden featuring neatly trimmed hedges and flowering plants.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a glass of champagne on a table.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with a view.

A historic building with a formal garden in front, featuring neatly trimmed hedges and a central water feature.

12. Shendish Manor Hotel & Golf Course

14 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Ian

AED 309

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern cafe interior with a green booth seating area, a counter with jars and a bicycle, and orange chairs.

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

A hotel hallway with a sign indicating room number 408.

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

13. Spark by Hilton Luton

9.5 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Chloe

AED 300

AED 360 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV on a stand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

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

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

14. The Coniston Rooms

15.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

matthew

AED 279

AED 335 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a white bathtub, a wooden wardrobe, and a wall-mounted clock.

A hotel room with a television, a mirror, a vanity, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A large, historic building with symmetrical architecture, expansive lawns, and a formal garden layout.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick building, and a large tent structure.

15. The Woburn Hotel

16.7 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Valerie

AED 259

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A patio with two green chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall.

A restaurant setting with tables set for dining, featuring clear glassware and a menu stand.

A room with two chairs, a table with a plant and two cups, and a large window with a view of greenery and a brick building.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, multiple liquor bottles, and bar stools.

16. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

19.6 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Clare

AED 172

AED 207 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A wedding reception table with white floral arrangements, tall candles, and 'Mr & Mrs' sign.

A modern restaurant interior with multiple seating areas, a bar counter, and a view of the outside.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. Holiday Inn London Luton North by IHG

13 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Gareth

AED 272

AED 326 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A dessert with strawberries and a yellow fruit on top.

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

18. The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

6.2 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

RICHARD OLIVER

AED 365

AED 438 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional building with a white facade and black trim, featuring a wooden staircase leading to a dark doorway.

A staircase leading to a dining area with a sign indicating a Sunday lunch menu.

A cozy fireplace area with a mantel displaying bottles and books, a framed artwork above, and a potted plant beside a wooden stool.

A bar area with stools, a table, and a lamp. A sign reads "Welcome to The Crown Inn."

19. The Crown

20.6 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Sue

AED 384

AED 636 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A round table with a book, a cup, and a remote control.

A modern indoor space with a central wooden counter, seating areas with various chairs, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A cozy indoor seating area with a round table, chairs, and a view of the outdoor patio.

20. ibis London Luton Airport

11.6 km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

GERMANO

AED 252

AED 302 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Albion's House	9.0 Wonderful 39 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,099 reviews	View
Bel & the Dragon at Red Lion Wendover	9.4 Exceptional 609 reviews	View
Pendley Manor	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Hotel Reviews

Thistle Express London Luton

10/10 Excellent

"no kettle or mugs in the room it’s inconvenient"

The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

10/10 Excellent

"Super!"

Old Palace Lodge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay. We had a large groom that was in good repair. Overall the hotel Still looks tired but the staff a friendly and helpful. It was short one night stay and was a good price. Nothing to complain about. The staff at breakfast seemed like they didn’t expect us as not everything was ready but they made sure that we got everything we needed."

OYO The Chiltern Hotel

8/10 Good

"Safe, and great staff that will help you with whatever you need"

Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG

8/10 Good

"The breakfast should include non pork meat items for non pork eaters."

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."

Premier Inn Dunstable / Luton

8/10 Good

"Clean and the staff was helpful"

Pass the Keys | The Chilterns Cruck Barn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home and wonderful stay. Location is gorgeous with friendly neighbours, wonderful walks. Very comfortable home with lots to keep you entertained!"

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Dunstable Downs

7.8/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore Dunstable Downs, a lovely green space in Dunstable. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

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Chilterns Nature - Ivinghoe Beacon Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Chilterns Nature - Ivinghoe Beacon Nature Reserve during your travels to Ivinghoe.

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Ivinghoe Beacon

Learn about the local history of Ivinghoe when you take a trip to Ivinghoe Beacon.

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Ashridge Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Little Gaddesden at Ashridge Golf Club. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

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Ashridge Estate

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Little Gaddesden when you spend time at Ashridge Estate. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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TeamSport Dunstable

You can take time to visit TeamSport Dunstable during your travels to Dunstable. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Ashridge Artisans Golf Club

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Genting Casino Luton

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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 61 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 traveler 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 The Pheasant Inn.

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

Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodations 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, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

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

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

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. Albion's House

2. Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport

3. Holiday Inn Express London Luton Airport by IHG

4. Bel & the Dragon at Red Lion Wendover

5. Pendley Manor

6. Hampton by Hilton London Luton Airport

7. West Lodge Hotel

8. House Forty one

9. The Bedford Arms

10. Thistle Express London Luton

11. Two Brewers by Chef and Brewer Collection

12. Shendish Manor Hotel & Golf Course

13. Spark by Hilton Luton

14. The Coniston Rooms

15. The Woburn Hotel

16. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

17. Holiday Inn London Luton North by IHG

18. The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

19. The Crown

20. ibis London Luton Airport

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Top ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Hotel Reviews

Thistle Express London Luton

The Greyhound Inn Aldbury

Old Palace Lodge Hotel

OYO The Chiltern Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Dunstable by IHG

The Pheasant Inn

Premier Inn Dunstable / Luton

Pass the Keys | The Chilterns Cruck Barn

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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