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A building with a covered entrance, stone facade, and a landscaped garden area with various plants and flowers.

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

A spacious dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a beverage station, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a couch, and a TV.

1. Sleep Inn Lufkin

1.3 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Ja'Cole

SAR 491

SAR 555 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A lobby with sofas, a coffee table, a reception desk, and a stone wall.

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a covered walkway, and a landscaped area with plants.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A building with a stone facade, large glass entrance, and a covered walkway.

2. MainStay Suites Lufkin

1.4 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Becky

SAR 491

SAR 555 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating options, and a decorative chandelier.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden paneling, a large painting, and a television.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, framed pictures on the walls, and an exit sign.

3. Best Western Plus Crown Colony Inn & Suites

Crown Colony, 9.4 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Andrea

SAR 478

SAR 540 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a modern ceiling design.

A reception area with a counter, seating, framed artwork, and a glass door leading outside.

A hotel interior with a modern design, featuring a central sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a central tower, multiple balconies, and a landscaped entrance.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lufkin South by IHG

10.6 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Oscar

SAR 476

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lufkin, Tx

6.6 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Heather

SAR 539

SAR 609 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative shelf with vases.

A bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

6. Courtyard Lufkin

7.6 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Karey

SAR 528

SAR 600 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and a wooden ceiling.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.

A grocery store aisle with shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and other items.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Lufkin, TX

10.6 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Jessica

SAR 427

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, a sign indicating the motel is not responsible for unattended items, and a soap and bleach dispenser.

A modern office space with a mounted flat-screen TV displaying a news broadcast, a framed certificate, and a motivational poster. There are two coffee makers on a cabinet, and a trash bin is visible.

Two vending machines with various beverages and snacks, and a separate ice dispenser.

8. Motel 6 Lufkin, TX

5.2 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Olawumi

SAR 162

SAR 202 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel reception area with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a beverage dispenser.

A hotel room with a TV, green sofas, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel with a prominent sign, a central entrance, and a tower-like structure.

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lufkin

7.4 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Denzel

SAR 250

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines, a wooden counter, and ceiling fans.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and mirror.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, a window, a bathroom with a shower, and a door.

10. Angelina Motel

6.3 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Denise

SAR 169

SAR 191 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a coffee station, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted TV.

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

A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a wooden cabinet and a door in the background.

11. Quality Inn & Suites Lufkin

10.5 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Doris

SAR 246

SAR 278 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign indicating it is a Texas Inn & Suites, and a building number 2216.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

A reception area with a tiled floor, a counter with a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

12. Texas Inn & Suites

8.3 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

Jailyn

SAR 192

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bathroom with a bathtub, a yellow shower curtain, and a handrail.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a beige armchair, a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

13. EXECUTIVE INN & SUITES US 59

7.1 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

SAR 225

SAR 254 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a washing machine.

A covered outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a fan.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with a dark patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

14. 6 Mi to Ellen Trout Zoo: Family Home w/ Yard!

6.1 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

James

SAR 656

SAR 1,260 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table with a floral centerpiece, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with light green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

15. Half-mi to Dtwn Lufkin: Charming & Spacious Home!

3.9 km from Ellen Trout Zoo

SAR 679

SAR 1,286 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Ellen Trout Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn Lufkin	9.2 Wonderful 521 reviews	View
MainStay Suites Lufkin	9.0 Wonderful 245 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Crown Colony Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lufkin South by IHG	8.8 Excellent 624 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Lufkin, Tx	9.4 Exceptional 35 reviews	View

Top Ellen Trout Zoo Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites Lufkin

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay will stay here again"

Home2 Suites By Hilton Lufkin, Tx

10/10 Excellent

"Over priced."

Texas Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Hotel and room was very clean. Extra towels were upon request ( I have long hair); really convenient to walmart and shopping . Easy access to highway. Really good a/c! Very comfy beds!"

Cozy Cabin by the Pond

10/10 Excellent

"Cottages are adorable"

Chicken Coop Waterfront Cabin on Stocked Pond

10/10 Excellent

"The price for what was available as far as accommodations was perfect. It is a quiet area a little on the outskirts of town but still close to things and perfect for my children and I."

Farmhouse Cottage in the Country

10/10 Excellent

"The place was like an furnished efficiently apartment. All possible needs were supplied. My pup was really was comfortable in and outside. If I am traveling to Lufkin again, I would stay there again."

Other attractions near Ellen Trout Zoo

Texas Forestry Museum

8.2/10 (25 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Texas Forestry Museum during your trip to Lufkin. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Museum of East Texas

7.6/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of East Texas in Lufkin. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Pines Theater

8.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Pines Theater during your trip to Lufkin. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Cinemark Lufkin

You can take time to visit Cinemark Lufkin during your travels to Lufkin. Experience the area's festivals and theater scene.

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Naranjo Museum of Natural History

8.4/10 (20 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Naranjo Museum of Natural History during your travels in Lufkin. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Woodland Hills Golf Club

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Nacogdoches at Woodland Hills Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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The History Center

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The History Center during your travels in Diboll. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Little Cedar Creek Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Cedar Creek Lake during your travels in Diboll. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ellen Trout Zoo?

Ellen Trout Zoo is located in an area of Lufkin that travelers like for its coffeehouses. You'll find 36 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Ellen Trout Zoo?

Sleep Inn Lufkin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Ellen Trout Zoo. Another good option is MainStay Suites Lufkin, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Ellen Trout Zoo?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Ellen Trout Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ellen Trout Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Ellen Trout Zoo.

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

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Ellen Trout Zoo, head over to our customer service page.

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Our top choices for Ellen Trout Zoo hotels

1. Sleep Inn Lufkin

2. MainStay Suites Lufkin

3. Best Western Plus Crown Colony Inn & Suites

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lufkin South by IHG

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lufkin, Tx

6. Courtyard Lufkin

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Lufkin, TX

8. Motel 6 Lufkin, TX

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Lufkin

10. Angelina Motel

11. Quality Inn & Suites Lufkin

12. Texas Inn & Suites

13. EXECUTIVE INN & SUITES US 59

14. 6 Mi to Ellen Trout Zoo: Family Home w/ Yard!

15. Half-mi to Dtwn Lufkin: Charming & Spacious Home!

Compare popular hotels close to Ellen Trout Zoo

Top Ellen Trout Zoo Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites Lufkin

Home2 Suites By Hilton Lufkin, Tx

Texas Inn & Suites

Cozy Cabin by the Pond

Chicken Coop Waterfront Cabin on Stocked Pond

Farmhouse Cottage in the Country

Other attractions near Ellen Trout Zoo

Texas Forestry Museum

Museum of East Texas

Pines Theater

Cinemark Lufkin

Naranjo Museum of Natural History

Woodland Hills Golf Club

The History Center

Little Cedar Creek Lake

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