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A sign with the text 'It only takes a spark' and a yellow star, a glass door leading to an interior space, and a yellow chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a window.

A gym with various exercise machines, a television, and a green wall.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden finish and a large abstract painting above it.

1. Spark by Hilton Watertown

2.5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Christopher

AED 313

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A lobby with a patterned sofa, a round table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A Best Western hotel with a sign, a clock, and a well-lit entrance.

A spacious dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

2. Best Western Watertown Fort Drum

2.5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

"There were no coffee makers or microwaves in the room. They were getting new refrigerators but they weren't in yet but for some reason they took out the Best Western refrigerators without waiting for the new ones to come. This hotel is no longer a Best Western, instead it is Spark by Hilton. There is no longer a hot breakfast. Instead they have a bagel bar. The bagel bar was good if you like bagels. Aside from that, there was oatmeal some cereal and a machine that spit out vanilla yogurt....

Robert

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a picture on the wall.

A Days Inn hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A reception area with a Days Inn sign, two blue armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

A pair of white front-loading washers in a laundry room with a tiled floor.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

9.7 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Robert

AED 251

AED 279 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A conference room with tables and chairs, an American flag, and a carpeted floor.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to Watertown" sign, framed pictures, and a "Hilton Honors" sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a no diving sign, and a lifeguard chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Hampton Inn Watertown

4.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Wanda

AED 358

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, a landscaped garden, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a desk with a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a wooden reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a ceiling light fixture.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a clock on the wall.

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

5.4 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Bridget

AED 415

AED 461 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Ramada hotel entrance with a clear sky, a red awning, and two potted plants.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, two floral armchairs, a small wooden table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and two lamps.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

5.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Jiewu

AED 212

AED 236 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, green upholstered chairs, a round white table, and a beige sofa.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool with a changing room, sun loungers, and a hot tub area.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a covered lobby area, and a well-lit facade.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown Thousand Islands

5.1 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Mark

AED 443

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A modern building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee machine, a fresh juice dispenser, and a breakfast bar.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with red curtains.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

8.7 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Nicole

AED 224

AED 249 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A gazebo with a stone fire pit in the center, surrounded by outdoor seating and a brick pathway.

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a high-roofed pavilion, and a view of the Hilton Garden Inn hotel in the background.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden beams, and a reception desk.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

5.3 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Suzanne

AED 497

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a coffee station with various coffee makers and containers.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a sunbed area.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

4.8 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Yandry

AED 350

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A motel with a 'Budget' sign, a visible office, and several parked cars.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a toilet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

11. Allen's Budget Motel

9.1 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Robert

AED 220

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a TV, and a view of trees through the window.

A gym with treadmills, a weight machine, and a red exercise ball.

A hotel with a prominent "CANDLEWOOD SUITES" sign, a parking lot, and a building with a mix of red and blue facades.

A kitchen with open shelves, a microwave, and a toaster.

12. Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

9.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Tara

AED 452

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside lamp, air conditioning unit, and a mounted TV displaying a streaming service interface.

A building with a red exterior and a covered parking area.

A bathroom with a white sink, a modern faucet, and a blue soap dispenser.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome Centre' sign, a window with blinds, and a tiled floor.

13. Nest Inn

5 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Harrison

AED 208

AED 251 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A wooden exterior door with a glass panel, a stone step, and a metal doormat.

A building with a sign reading "ROYAL INN" and a car parked in front.

A staircase with wooden handrails leading to an upper floor.

A hotel reception area with a white door, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the Royal Inn Office.

14. Royal Inn Motel

8.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Gary

AED 227

AED 252 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A building entrance with a covered walkway, double doors, and a stone wall on one side.

A lobby with a reception desk, a red vending machine, a black leather couch, and a patterned floor.

15. Travel Inn

4.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Trina

AED 228

AED 253 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a television on a stand.

A building with a flat roof and a parking lot in front.

A marina with multiple boats docked, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A hallway with a painting of a lighthouse, two upholstered chairs, a wooden console table with a vase of flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

16. Harbor House Inn

18.9 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Jeanne

AED 709

AED 826 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, red walls, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio area with white plastic chairs and a table, surrounded by a wooden deck and a view of a golf course.

A building with a sign reading "Adirondack Efficiencies."

17. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

4.6 km from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Blair

AED 257

AED 285 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Spark by Hilton Watertown	8.0 Very good 80 reviews	View
Best Western Watertown Fort Drum	4.0 1 review	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Watertown	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top New York State Zoo at Thompson Park Hotel Reviews

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was excellent and the pool was great!"

Spark by Hilton Watertown

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful updates and friendly helpful staff. Very convenient to excellent dining options. Particularly enjoyed the breakfast options."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The shower pressure was great & the tub was low enough to step over easily. A grab bar would be a good addition for safety. Breakfast was good. Best cinnamon buns I have ever had. Excellent coffee. We used the pool Saturday evening. It was clean & Comfortable chairs. I Found the rough service of the steps & pool floor really hard on my feet. Good water temperature."

Hampton Inn Watertown

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean Hotel. Would stay again"

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

8/10 Good

"They told us on arrival that the elevator wasn’t working. They didn’t tell us that the bed was way too old and was completely worn out or that the shower drain was very slow."

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

10/10 Excellent

"Everything perfect clean and quiet, love that it had plenty of space for my truck."

Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

10/10 Excellent

"Overall a decent hotel Had to unplug fridge as it was making noise trying to sleep Great location for heading up to 1000 Islands"

Allen's Budget Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was very clean"

Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great place. Very clean and in a great location."

Other attractions near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Thompson Park

8.6/10 (109 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Thompson Park, a lovely green space in Watertown. Experience the area's entertainment venues or attend a sporting event.

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Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library

8.2/10 (42 reviews)

Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Jefferson County Historical Society

8.8/10 (13 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Jefferson County Historical Society, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York

7.4/10 (23 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Dry Hill Ski Area

7.2/10 (33 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Dry Hill Ski Area during your trip to Watertown. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Burrville Cider Mill

7.6/10 (53 reviews)

You can take time to visit Burrville Cider Mill during your travels to Watertown. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Kostyk Field

7.2/10 (19 reviews)

Kostyk Field is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Regal Salmon Run

You can take time to visit Regal Salmon Run during your travels to Watertown. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

New York State Zoo at Thompson Park is located in a welcoming area of Watertown that travelers like for its sporting events and historic landmarks. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY 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 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park. Other good choices within a few miles include Spark by Hilton Watertown and Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands.

How many hotels are there close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from New York State Zoo at Thompson Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Jefferson County Historical Society and Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Thompson Park and Kostyk Field. Dry Hill Ski Area, Burrville Cider Mill, and Regal Salmon Run are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for New York State Zoo at Thompson Park hotels

1. Spark by Hilton Watertown

2. Best Western Watertown Fort Drum

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

4. Hampton Inn Watertown

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

6. Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown Thousand Islands

8. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

9. Hilton Garden Inn Watertown/Thousand Islands

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

11. Allen's Budget Motel

12. Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

13. Nest Inn

14. Royal Inn Motel

15. Travel Inn

16. Harbor House Inn

17. Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Compare popular hotels close to New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Top New York State Zoo at Thompson Park Hotel Reviews

Adirondack Efficiencies Watertown

Spark by Hilton Watertown

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

Hampton Inn Watertown

Ramada by Wyndham Watertown/Thousand Islands NY

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

Allen's Budget Motel

Candlewood Suites Watertown Fort Drum by IHG

Other attractions near New York State Zoo at Thompson Park

Thompson Park

Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library

Jefferson County Historical Society

Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York

Dry Hill Ski Area

Burrville Cider Mill

Kostyk Field

Regal Salmon Run

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