The Best Hotels Closest to Frank Buck Zoo in Gainesville for 2026

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A two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained garden.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a welcome sign on a building.

A beach with a sunset, waves, and a few trees and structures in the distance.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a front porch.

1. The Lancaster Manor B&B

2.1 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Jeffrey

SAR 733

SAR 843 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned floor.

A spacious indoor area with a curved ceiling, a central bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a large table in the foreground.

A swimming pool with clear lane markings, adjacent lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-35

1.7 km from Frank Buck Zoo

BALTAZAR

SAR 360

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

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

A Days Inn reception area with a stone counter, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large window on the right side.

A reception area with a Days Inn sign, a counter with a tiled backsplash, a television, and a coffee machine.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville

2.3 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Tina

SAR 233

SAR 268 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

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

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a brick facade.

A lobby with a coffee table, armchairs, a sofa, and lamps.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville by IHG

0.7 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Donna

SAR 296

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, a glass-top coffee table, a desk with a computer, and a magazine rack. There is a dining area with tables and chairs in the background.

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

A reception desk with a mosaic tile design, a framed welcome sign, and a small table with a blue sign.

A vending machine with various drinks and snacks, a push door, and a digital display.

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville TX

2.7 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Sid

SAR 259

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear views through tall windows, a lounge chair, and a table with chairs.

A hotel kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a breakfast bar.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Comfort Suites." There are two digital kiosks and a reception counter.

A room with a blue sofa, a small ottoman, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

6. Comfort Suites Gainesville

2.4 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Tammera

SAR 267

SAR 307 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchen with a countertop, a refrigerator, a ceiling fan, and a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, a door, and a window.

A hotel room with a desk, a television on a stand, a mirror, and a small cabinet.

A small office with a desk, computer, chair, and a clock on the wall.

7. Budget Host Motel Gainesville

2.7 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Mark

SAR 206

SAR 237 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone accent wall, a brown sofa, and a kitchen in the background.

A long corridor with a dining area featuring tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a reception desk.

A gazebo with a roof and open sides, surrounded by grass and trees.

A laundry area with two washing machines and a dryer, a water fountain, and a sign indicating guest laundry hours.

8. Loyalty Inn Gainesville

3 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Jimmy

SAR 175

SAR 202 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A modern lobby with a green leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and potted plants.

Two refrigerated beverage dispensers labeled 'CHILLED' and 'FROZEN' with various drinks inside.

9. Quality Inn Gainesville

0.5 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Roxann

SAR 206

SAR 240 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern lobby with a green sofa, blue armchairs, a glass coffee table, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a counter with food service equipment, and large windows with blinds.

10. Suburban Studios Gainesville

0.4 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Lynzee

SAR 186

SAR 214 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living room with patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV.

A reception area with a curved reception desk, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and framed artwork above the desk.

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

11. Best Western Red River Inn & Suites

14.5 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Douglas

SAR 360

SAR 403 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious kitchen with checkered flooring, wooden cabinets, and various appliances.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A laundry area with a wall-mounted soap, bleach, and softener dispenser, a washing machine, and stacked dryers.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville

6.6 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Charlie

SAR 274

SAR 316 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, each with a green headboard, white bedding, and red accents. There are abstract paintings on the wall above the beds.

A building with a sign reading "Lindsay Inn" and a covered entrance area with columns.

A compact kitchen area with a microwave and a black dishwasher.

A bathroom with a toilet, a shower curtain, a towel rack with towels, and a toilet paper holder.

13. Lindsay Inn

6.8 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Tammera

SAR 242

SAR 271 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and seating area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large mirror.

A hotel with a red roof, a covered entrance, and a sign for La Quinta Inn & Suites.

A swimming pool with a metal railing, surrounded by lounge chairs and a door in the background.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gainesville

6 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Lupe

SAR 322

SAR 378 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.

A spacious lobby with a ceiling fan, a reception desk, a refrigerator, and a door leading to the outside.

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

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a black rug.

15. OYO Hotel Valley View TX, I-35

16 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Brian

SAR 243

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, two bean bag chairs, a television, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern hotel lobby with dark wood flooring, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dark wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

16. Red River Inn And Suites

14.4 km from Frank Buck Zoo

Troy

SAR 372

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Frank Buck Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lancaster Manor B&B	10.0 Exceptional 115 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-35	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville by IHG	7.8 Good 1,001 reviews	View
Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville TX	7.4 Good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Frank Buck Zoo Hotel Reviews

Redbud Falls Ranch | Peaceful Horse Ranch Retreat & Private Horse Experiences

10/10 Excellent

"Nice peaceful get away! Melanie is a wonderful host and is readily available for any questions or needs. We booked the tiny home and horse experience which was a lot of fun. I would definitely recommend!"

Lindsay Inn

10/10 Excellent

"No breakfast, but room is clean and nice!! Modern bedding and furniture. Truly recommend staying here!! AA+"

Loyalty Inn Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"A nice peaceful place to stay. Good price."

Oak Meadow Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing adventure! Book the Tranquility Cabin and the Serenity Slot experience! We’re still on a high from this experience! It was an absolutely amazing adventure that exceeded every single one of our expectations. The entire process was seamless and incredibly well-organized. The guides/hosts were phenomenally knowledgeable, patient, and full of infectious energy that made the day even more special. It balanced pure excitement with wonderful hospitality, leaving both of us completely captivated. It was genuinely a life-disrupting, beautiful memory that we will treasure forever. Don't even hesitate—just book it! For us, we’re looking forward to arranging to bring more family with us next time for a possible giraffe adventure! Thank you again Oak Meadow Ranch for such a one-a-lifetime adventure!"

The Lancaster Manor B&B

10/10 Excellent

"You will not find a better couple to host you and you will not find a place with more character than this mansion. Everything was perfect from the check in to the food. We will be back!"

Budget Host Motel Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Every\nThing was excellent, clean room.Good parking , good air conditioner , nice staff"

King Ranch -Stay with Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffe

8/10 Good

"we did a monday to friday stay at the king ranch suite, which was an amazing experience. The whole property was also a cool experience with a whole array of animals to interact with. They had a nice outdoor pool which was a 5 minute walk from the room, but not too bad. Staff nice also. No complaints at all, except lack of food/beverages options on the property, you need to basically order uber eats and everything is far away and doesnt taste good. Maybe do some shopping before you come-they have a fridge in the room so you can store essentials to at least have a basic breakfast. Great place to stay for a day, max 2 days; we definitely overdid it with our 5 days and actually left a day early to have a chance to see Dallas before our flight back. Overall I highly recommend them for a short trip you will have a great experience!"

Other attractions near Frank Buck Zoo

A pond surrounded by trees and a wooden gazebo.

Leonard Park

7.8/10 (132 reviews)

After visiting Leonard Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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A large, historic building with a central dome and clock tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and street.

Cooke County Courthouse

7.6/10 (89 reviews)

After visiting Cooke County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Gainesville War Memorial

8.0/10 (109 reviews)

Find out about the history of Gainesville when you take a trip to Gainesville War Memorial. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Morton Museum

7.2/10 (68 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Morton Museum during your travels in Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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State Theater

7.4/10 (54 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at State Theater during your stay in Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Butterfield Stage Players

7.2/10 (64 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Butterfield Stage Players during your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Santa Fe Depot Museum

7.6/10 (50 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Santa Fe Depot Museum in Gainesville. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Depot Park

Depot Park is just one of the places to see in Gainesville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Frank Buck Zoo?

Frank Buck Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville known for its top-notch casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Frank Buck Zoo?

Adjacent to Frank Buck Zoo, Quality Inn Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Suburban Studios Gainesville and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gainesville by IHG.

How many hotels will I find near Frank Buck Zoo?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Frank Buck Zoo.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Frank Buck Zoo.

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

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What can I see and do near Frank Buck Zoo?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Santa Fe Depot Museum and Morton Museum. You can enjoy live performances at State Theater and Butterfield Stage Players. Enjoy the outdoors at Leonard Park, Jaycee Park, or Tom Thumb Park.

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Our top choices for Frank Buck Zoo hotels

1. The Lancaster Manor B&B

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-35

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville by IHG

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville TX

6. Comfort Suites Gainesville

7. Budget Host Motel Gainesville

8. Loyalty Inn Gainesville

9. Quality Inn Gainesville

10. Suburban Studios Gainesville

11. Best Western Red River Inn & Suites

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville

13. Lindsay Inn

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gainesville

15. OYO Hotel Valley View TX, I-35

16. Red River Inn And Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Frank Buck Zoo

Top Frank Buck Zoo Hotel Reviews

Redbud Falls Ranch | Peaceful Horse Ranch Retreat & Private Horse Experiences

Lindsay Inn

Loyalty Inn Gainesville

Oak Meadow Ranch

The Lancaster Manor B&B

Budget Host Motel Gainesville

King Ranch -Stay with Puzzles and Jigsaw the Giraffe

Other attractions near Frank Buck Zoo

Leonard Park

Cooke County Courthouse

Gainesville War Memorial

Morton Museum

State Theater

Butterfield Stage Players

Santa Fe Depot Museum

Depot Park

Frequently asked questions