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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

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Property amenity
Lobby
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Near Yuengling Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens is a convenient retreat. Indulge in the free breakfast buffet, unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. With dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym to keep you refreshed.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is HK$696
HK$790 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Roll Shwr)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Roll Shwr)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (1 King, Comm, Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (1 King, Comm, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
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The price is HK$1,048
HK$1,191 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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About the area

Map
2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Yuengling Center - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 29 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 35 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 35 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 42 min drive
  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG puts you a short five-minute drive from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness centre, or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. Also, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and Adventure Island are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 123 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Up to 10 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 11 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Off-site

    • Free area shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express USF
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 11 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is in Temple Crest, a short 19-minute walk from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Location
Parks
Shuttle
Bathroom
Air conditioning
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and amazing with a variety of options. (54 reviews)
  • The shuttle service was convenient, fast, and reliable, with drivers providing excellent service and picking up guests with a phone call. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Location was brilliant, facilities were just what we needed. Large spacious room, friendly Dow to Earth staff and breakfast was great.
John, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

The bed was good and the food too
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay. Kiki and the other staff were super friendly and very helpful! Great place to stay.
Tanya, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Front desk staff was great & breakfast was delicious.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient location near restaurants
Dayana, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff, clean, safe, quiet and convenient
Sivaram, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place.
Ivon, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Across Busch Gardens. Wish they had a smart tv. Breakfast was ok. Staff were nice. Overall, great stay for the price.
BELEN, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel if your going to one of the Busch Gardens parks. Rooms were clean, staff was super friendly, free parking and breakfast....AND a shuttle to take you to and from the parks on demand! I'll stay here again when going to the parks
angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and brand new Hotel
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Was clean and everyone was friendly
julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

A little dated but reasonably priced, great breakfast, outstanding staff, walking distance to Busch Gardens and several restaurants.
Dianne, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great for what we needed and very close to Busch Gardens
Daniel, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Convenient location for a wedding that weekend. Needed a suite close to venue. Average hotel and amenities.
Erline, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and very comfortable rooms!
Reign, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Keke at the front desk area is great give all the information we need, a great attitude and very nice person. The room are very good. Recommend this if you are going with you family.
Juliana, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Compared to a Hiton Garden I stayed in last week in Cleveland Ohio, this was the best of the Two . Holiday Inn Express in Tampa was Half the price for more nights and twice the service.
Eric, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

The room looked runned down especially the bathtub. The highlight of staying here was the friendly staff and the shuttle service.
Norma, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and nice
Dhaylem, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing customer service while checking in. Made my boyfriend and I feel welcome right away. Room was nice and clean as well.
Madison, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Bathroom was dirty… breakfast sucked compared to the Hyatt. Smelled like weed right off the elevator.
Doug, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was welcoming. Breakfast selection was good. Close to everything we needed for our trip.
Stacy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Only problem was the red stain in tub and on the carpet. It’s looks like red hair dye.
Janita, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It’s a really clean nice hotel perfect for a family, breakfast is good but specially the staff is amazing they really make you feel great and well received specially KIki she is just a sunshine
Alyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great
brian, 1-night trip