The Best Hotels Closest to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio with round tables and orange chairs, blue umbrellas, and a glass building facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern breakfast area with a counter, seating, and a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST'.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

2.7 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

David

฿3,222

฿3,726 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a stone accent wall.

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

A modern self-service breakfast area with a variety of food options, a beverage dispenser, and a refrigerated section.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a mirror.

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

2.6 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Shaunna

฿3,275

฿3,844 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A restaurant with booths and tables, a kitchen area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A waterfront park with benches and palm trees.

A fitness center with a bench, kettlebells, and a rack of dumbbells.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North

2.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Gregory

฿3,109

฿3,541 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with green and purple seating, a reception desk, and a vending machine.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a bar.

A hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Orlando North/Sanford

2.9 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Diana

฿3,255

฿3,705 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a blue and white exterior, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a TV.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a yellow ottoman, and a patterned rug.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a green accent wall, and a glass door leading outside.

5. WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area

2.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

฿2,987

฿3,404 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a wooden accent wall with artwork.

A stainless steel outdoor kitchen with a gas grill, a side burner, and a built-in sink.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital display, and a vending machine.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport

11.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Susana

฿3,463

฿3,938 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor dining area with yellow chairs and tables, string lights, and a fire feature.

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

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of food and drink dispensers.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON".

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lake Mary Orlando

7.9 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Cecil

฿3,275

฿3,726 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A small, cozy attic bedroom with two beds, a small table, and a window with a view of the sky.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

Two wicker rocking chairs with colorful cushions on a patterned rug, a white fence, and a window with blinds.

8. The Tiny Cottage in The Springs

17.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Anastasia

฿4,471

฿23,465 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a wicker sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a sitting bench, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with cushions, a wicker chair, a coffee table, and a television on the wall.

9. Park Place Inn and Cottages

Downtown Sanford, 5.4 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

RANIA

฿2,688

฿3,131 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a decorative plant.

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

A long banquet table set with white tablecloths, gold accents, and red napkins.

A hotel breakfast area with a self-serve coffee station, cereal display, and a variety of food options.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orange City - Deltona by IHG

10 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ellen

฿3,054

฿3,436 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a television.

A modern lobby with leather chairs, a white coffee table, and a large screen TV.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Mary

6.3 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ginny

฿3,826

฿4,461 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A circular stone fire pit with flames, surrounded by wicker chairs and a potted plant.

A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a waffle bar.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando-North/Altamonte Springs

19.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Mariam

฿3,275

฿3,802 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A lakeside dock with boats, a wooden deck, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A wooden dock leading to a marina with boats, a grassy area with trees, and a building with a balcony.

A two-story building with a balcony, a wooden deck, and a paved walkway.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

13. Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina

17.2 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Ashley

฿4,027

฿4,530 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A TownePlace Suites Marriott hotel with a parking lot and trees in front.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a coffee maker on the counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a microwave, and a TV.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs/Maitland

19.6 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Richard

฿3,537

฿4,020 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and bar stools.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, large columns, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando North

9.5 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

David

฿3,121

฿3,601 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a children's play area.

An outdoor patio with metal tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a white fence.

16. Springhill Suites By Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs

19.8 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Christopher

฿3,109

฿3,541 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative columns.

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, teal tablecloths, and chandeliers.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a brick building, and palm trees.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs

20.4 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Taja

฿3,825

฿4,418 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with seating, a sports screen, and a ceiling with a starry design.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a view of a building with a green awning.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

18. Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

6.2 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Angela

฿4,262

฿4,832 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden pergola.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "WESTIN" sign, surrounded by palm trees and well-lit at night.

19. The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

6.1 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Miguel

฿4,262

฿4,874 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and two coffee machines.

A covered outdoor seating area with a black fence, chairs, and a pathway lined with plants.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deland South by IHG

18 km from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Marlene

฿3,524

฿3,964 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,250 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North	9.2 Wonderful 306 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North	9.0 Wonderful 1,344 reviews	View
Springhill Suites by Marriott Orlando North/Sanford	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area	6.8 646 reviews	View

Top Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is very clean and parking is convenient. However we checked in late because of a flight delay. Although we informed the situation, the hotel staff was not very efficient help check us in when we arrived. We had to wait a while while she is at the break room at the back."

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Orlando Sanford

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

10/10 Excellent

"The swimming pool area very clean , large lobby and clean with small area stocked with snacks and drinks . Shula’s upscale steak house excellent service and food . Very clean and inviting open for breakfast , lunch and dinner all quality food ."

Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely my favorite place to go and relax when I’m in my hometown."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Me gustó el hotel"

Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Mary At Colonial Townpark

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

The Jazz Loft

10/10 Excellent

"Very cleanly, cute apartment and cute area with great shops and food. Although the house directly next to it is under construction and quite loud, overall the loft itself was wonderful🙂"

Boho Nights

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable."

The Front Porch

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a great stay at The Porch! The space was absolutely perfect and incredibly well stocked. Truly, if we didn’t bring it—they had it. And if we didn’t even think of it—they already did. The attention to detail made everything so easy and comfortable. The owners were responsive, helpful, and clearly care a lot about making sure guests have a great experience. A fun unexpected bonus was getting to enjoy some band practice from the kitchen windows and backyard area—it added such a cool local vibe to the stay! The location is also fantastic—within easy walking distance of everything in Downtown Sanford. We would absolutely stay here again and can’t wait to come back!"

Other attractions near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

A gazebo with a dome and columns overlooking a lake.

Lake Monroe Park

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

After visiting Lake Monroe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in DeBary. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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A wooden boardwalk beside a clear waterway, surrounded by trees with Spanish moss.

Gemini Springs Park

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Gemini Springs Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in DeBary. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Soap Box Derby Track

You can take time to visit Soap Box Derby Track during your travels to Sanford. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Princess Theater

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at The Princess Theater during your trip to Sanford. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center

8.0/10 (14 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center during your stay in Sanford. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Jeanine Taylor Folk Art

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Jeanine Taylor Folk Art during your trip to Sanford.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Sanford known for its beautiful lakeside setting. You'll find 205 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. Other good choices within a few miles include Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North and Extended Stay America Premier Suites Orlando Sanford.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

Expedia has 205 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

What can I see and do near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens?

You can wander around Sylvan Lake Park, Black Bear Wilderness Area or Fort Mellon Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Elev8 Fun Orlando and Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center. Take in some of the local culture at Sanford Museum, The Princess Theater and Jeanine Taylor Folk Art.

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Our top choices for Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Orlando North/Sanford

5. WoodSpring Suites Sanford North I-4 Orlando Area

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando Sanford Airport

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Lake Mary Orlando

8. The Tiny Cottage in The Springs

9. Park Place Inn and Cottages

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orange City - Deltona by IHG

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Mary

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando-North/Altamonte Springs

13. Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs/Maitland

15. Hyatt Place Lake Mary/Orlando North

16. Springhill Suites By Marriott Orlando Altamonte Springs

17. Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs

18. Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

19. The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deland South by IHG

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Top Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Orlando Sanford

The Westin Lake Mary, Orlando North

Home2 Suites By Hilton Sanford Orlando North

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Mary At Colonial Townpark

The Jazz Loft

Boho Nights

The Front Porch

Other attractions near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Lake Monroe Park

Gemini Springs Park

Soap Box Derby Track

The Princess Theater

Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center

Jeanine Taylor Folk Art

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