The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Breakfast
“I enjoyed the breakfast selection, especially the waffle maker and fresh fruits, making for a good start to the day.” view full review
Superb Comfort
“The bed was incredibly comfortable, providing a great night's sleep after a long day of exploring.” view full review
Accessible Amenities
“The spacious room ensured that everyone in our family had plenty of room to move around comfortably.” view full review
Great Room Features
“The amenities in the room were excellent for the price, making it perfect for our family needs.” view full review
General
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Elevator
Sports & Fitness
Exercise gym
Dining
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
Swimming pool
Room features
Air conditioning
In-room safe
Sitting area
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
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Location
3001 University Center Drive,
Tampa,
Florida,
United States of America,
33612-6407,
Florida
Map view
3001 University Center Drive,
Tampa,
Florida,
United States of America,
33612-6407,
Florida
City landmarks
Amusement & Theme Parks
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
1.1
mi
Amusement & Theme Parks
Adventure Island
1.3
mi
Museums
Museum of Science and Industry
1.4
mi
Shopping Area
University Mall
1.4
mi
Zoo
Serengeti Safari
1.1
mi
3000 E Busch Blvd
Scorpion
2800 ft
Falcon's Fury
2800 ft
Busch Gardens Tampa
2900 ft
Skyride
1.1
mi
10165 McKinley Dr
Cheetah Hunt
1.5
mi
10165 McKinley Dr
SheiKra
1.1
mi
New Life Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church
2200 ft
4202 E Fowler Ave
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens
1.5
mi
10165 McKinley Dr
Kumba
1.1
mi
Busch Garden
3300 ft
Rowlett Park
1.4
mi
10165 McKinley Dr
Howl-O-Scream Tampa Bay
1.1
mi
Amusement & Theme Parks
Elmo's Treehouse Trek
3500 ft
Mosi Science Museum
1.4
mi
Lions and Hyaenas
3800 ft
Hippopotamus
3900 ft
10165 McKinley Dr
Cobra's Curse
1.5
mi
Copeland Park
5000 ft
Amusement & Theme Parks
Congo River Rapids
1.1
mi
Kangaroo Petting zoo
4300 ft
Pocket Change and Games
4300 ft
Studio Movie Grill University Mall 14
1.1
mi
Church
New life Church
4800 ft
9100 McKinley Dr
Montu
1.5
mi
12210 USF Pine Drive
USF Botanical Gardens
1.4
mi
Nearby
Amusement & Theme Parks
Congo River Rapids
1900 ft
Restaurants
Arepa Factory Latin Cafe
2100 ft
11142 N 30th St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
84%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Foul odor
Location
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
6.4
Location
7.6
Service
7.6
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 10 reviews
7.5
7.5/10 based on 1227 reviews
Thomas
United States of America,
June
2024
7.8/10
The hotel provides clean and comfortable rooms with essential amenities like a mini fridge, microwave, and TV, which are crucial for a non-smoking asthmatic family. The recent renovations have enhanced the room quality. However, there were reports of issues with ignorance in the staff, alongside positive feedback for their efforts in resolving matters promptly. The location, known for its proximity to a popular park, has been a consistent draw for guests, despite occasional discrepancies like advertised openings. The dining experience offers basic but sufficient options, with minor room for improvement noted. Overall, the facilities are well-maintained and adequate, catering to the needs of guests.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms had the essential amenities for a comfortable stay.
Service
7.0
Positive efforts were noted in resolving issues, although some reports indicated a lack of awareness in staff.
Location
9.0
Dining
7.0
The dining options were sufficient but could see enhancement in variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are well-maintained and adequate for guest use.
E.
United States of America,
May
2024
6.6/10
I found the hotel to have a mixed experience. The room, unfortunately, had a stale, mildew type smell and was only serviced once during our stay, giving off a damp odor. On the bright side, the staff was very helpful and considerate, even offering us 50% off our total charge, which was a nice surprise. The location was not bad, with a resort-like feel close to a water park, but the lack of air conditioning in the lobby area left something to be desired. The dining options were basic but sufficient, offering typical breakfast fare like cereals, waffles, and bread. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were decent, though not outstanding.
Rooms
5.0
The room had a stale, mildew type smell and was only serviced once during our stay, with a damp odor present.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful and considerate, even providing us with a 50% discount on our total charge.
Location
7.0
The hotel had a resort-like atmosphere close to a water park, but the lobby area lacked air conditioning.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were basic but did the job, offering waffles, bagels, toast, and some breakfast cereal.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, though not outstanding.
Mary
United States of America,
April
2024
6.2/10
The hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient for the Tampa area and felt safe in the neighborhood. However, the rooms were a little small and lacked some basics, taking a while for the AC to work effectively. The dining experience was somewhat disappointing with limited breakfast options, although the Colombian coffee was a nice touch.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms felt damp until the AC was running for a full 24 hours, and cleanliness was an issue with cigarette butts and hair found in the room.
Service
7.0
The service provided Greased Lightening to spray in the vent and the shuttle to the theme park was a nice touch, but the overall friendliness of the staff varied.
Location
6.0
The hotel was convenient for getting to Busch Gardens and other local attractions, despite being in a very bad neighborhood.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast had a variety of items but lacked certain protein options like meats which could be improved.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average, without any standout features.
Michael
United States of America,
November
2023
7.2/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were surprisingly warm inside, especially at night, and had a slight foul odor lingering around. However, on the bright side, they were exceptionally clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The price was reasonable for the high-dollar market we were in.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although warm and with a slight odor, were surprisingly clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Decent value for the price.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit of a rollercoaster. On one hand, they moved quickly to address any issues, but on the other, some encounters were loud, obnoxious, and even rude during check-in. It was a hit or miss.
Location
8.0
The location of the hotel was a major plus as it was right next to Busch Gardens, which was the purpose of my trip. Although it was in a convenient spot near other attractions, it was unfortunate to be in a very bad neighborhood.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were acceptable, with a variety available. While it may not have been exceptional, there was enough choice to satisfy most guests. Value for the money was decent.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities at the hotel were good overall. Despite some minor flaws, such as onsite odor issues, they maintained a standard level of cleanliness and functionality. The pool area was a nice retreat.
Cleanliness
Foul odor
Kathy
United States of America,
September
2023
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was perfect for visiting Busch Gardens and had great value for the price, making me feel at home away from home. However, there were some issues with the dining experience and facilities that affected my overall impression of the stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were a little musty at first, but a quick spray of deodorant sorted that out. As a non-smoking asthmatic family, the cleanliness of the rooms was super important to us.
Service
6.0
The service was a mixed bag. Most staff members were very nice and approachable, but there was one instance where they were terrible and gave me a hassle to extend my stay, even though I had already organized it.
Location
9.0
The location was wonderful and separated from the busy areas. It had great value for the price and made me feel like I would stay again, despite some minor issues around the hotel.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was unsatisfactory as it wasn't set up due to water damage. The options were limited and the services ended really early, which was inconvenient for me.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities like air conditioning in the lobby area were not operational, and that took away from the overall comfort of the stay.
Alan
United States of America,
August
2023
6.8/10
Upon arrival, our room had a strong mildew smell, but aside from that, I loved how spacious and clean it was. The service was great, especially thanks to the manager Victoria, though there was some confusion with pickup calls. The location, while not bad with its proximity to the water park and restaurants, felt a bit abandoned over the weekend. The dining options were basic but sufficient, although the lack of a balcony chair was a downside. The facilities were clean and well-kept.
Rooms
8.0
Our room was big and clean after the initial mildew smell issue.
Service
7.0
The service, particularly from the manager Victoria, was great, despite some mishaps with pickup calls.
Location
6.0
The location is not bad, close to the water park and plenty of nearby restaurants.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic, with limited options, and the absence of balcony chairs was not ideal.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were clean and well-maintained.
Mark
United States of America,
August
2023
7.2/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean and in great condition, but unfortunately, the non-stop drain/plumbing noises from the bathroom were a real downside. The location was great, close to a major theme park, but the dining options were below average. The facilities overall were good, but there was room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and in great condition.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially the manager Victoria, was friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was great, very close to a major theme park.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was below average in comparison to most hotel breakfasts.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good but had room for improvement.
Mickey
United States of America,
June
2023
7.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and spacious, although they could use some updating. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially when our plans had to unexpectedly change. The location was convenient for visiting Busch Gardens, but having a car is necessary for dining out or shopping. The dining experience was satisfactory, offering a decent selection for breakfast. Despite some minor drawbacks, it was a great overall stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and spacious, with a bedroom and living area each equipped with a 32" flat-screen TV.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely friendly and caring, going above and beyond to assist us when our plans had to be altered unexpectedly.
Location
7.0
The hotel's proximity to Busch Gardens was convenient, but having a car is essential for exploring dining options and shopping areas.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were satisfactory, offering typical breakfast choices such as fruits, yogurts, waffles, cereal, and gravy biscuits.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities overall, although a few areas could benefit from some updates.
Friendly Staff
Room Needs Updates
Herman
United States of America,
June
2023
7.4/10
Upon arrival, the room felt hot and musty, indicating it needed better maintenance. The size was impressive, but the age was evident from the smell. The hotel staff, on the other hand, appeared to be very nice and attentive to guests' needs. The location, close to both Busch Gardens and USF, was a major plus. The hotel's dining options offered a variety, although some were not familiar. As for the facilities, they were adequate but could use some enhancements.
Rooms
6.0
The room was big and comfortable, but showed signs of aging.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, courteous, and attentive.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near Busch Gardens and USF was great for our trip's purpose.
Dining
7.0
The dining options varied, with some selections being unfamiliar.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were adequate but could be improved.
William
United States of America,
May
2023
5.4/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was excellent, close to a water park and various dining options, but the rooms were a major disappointment with unclean bedding and a foul smell in the bathroom. The service was friendly and attentive, making an effort to ensure our comfort. The dining options were limited, with basic breakfast choices only.
Rooms
5.0
The room didn't match the website photos and was unclean with hair and other substances on the bedding.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and attentive, showing genuine care for our needs.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient, with easy access to a water park and plenty of dining options.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited, offering basic choices for breakfast.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities need improvement, especially in room cleanliness and maintenance.
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