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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
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • 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 cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $199
includes taxes & fees
$177 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 19 min walk
  • University of South Florida - 4 min drive
  • Yuengling Center - 5 min drive
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 8 min drive
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 26 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 29 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 36 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 36 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 42 min drive
  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Free area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sultan's Sweets - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬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 just a 5-minute drive from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. Also, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and Adventure Island are within a short drive. Fellow travelers 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 available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • 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 25 lbs 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 onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Offsite

    • 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

Traveling with children

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

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

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

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • 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, which 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 there's 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.
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 Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
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 to 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 25 lbs 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 check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 center.

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. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was conveniently located for Busch Gardens. The hotel had shuttle service available for the park. The hotel was clean. Beds were comfortable.
Lori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, room and amazing breakfast.
Excellent service, parking, room and amazing breakfast.
Hortensia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check inn was easy and the staff treat you so well. Very hospitable and did it with a smile.
Marcus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A good place to sleep and near busch gardens
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Lolo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
victor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and updated. Nice staff and breakfast. Neighborhood is sketchy but not a deal breaker.
Deana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel stay was good
It was fine. Nice size room and building is okay. We were going to Busch Gardens so it was perfect to just shower and sleep overnight. It served its purpose.
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was GREAT!
Gabriela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Jade, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wonderful staff and easy check in and out. Nice room except filthy carpet.
Randall, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
raquel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

I wont go back
No room service. The toilet made noise all throughout our stay.
Eunice, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

For Busch Gardens the location is perfect!
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

My husband and I stayed here for a weekend. Our stay was good. The rooms were decently clean and the amenities were good to have.
Carolina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location and friendly helpful staff!
Bhuvneshwar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms nice and spacious very comfy. Wonderful staff members 👏 😀 👍.
Lissette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The shuttle driver to Busch Gardens were very friendly.
Carrie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good place to stay for Busch gardens
hai, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was fine for check-in, the room was clean and tidy, but I didn't like the smell of cigarettes. The breakfast was very simple and basic.
Geraldine, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The hotel had limited food options not just around but within it as well.
Maridel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel but not in the greatest neighborhood. Daytime walking was not an issue.
JOHN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our hotel stay was very nice and pleasant. Staff and front desk personnel were very nice, efficient and helpful. Thank you!! Stacie C.
Stacie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
It was really good and the service was very good our Rick was our courtesy driver to the parks and he was amazing and the hotel was close to the park so we had no wait to get to the park and back
Ryan, 3-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Comfortable bed, big TV, clean, friendly staff, hot breakfast."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM