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Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Snack bar
Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Just minutes from the University of South Florida, Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens offers practical comforts: free to-go breakfast, on-site golf, garden relaxation, outdoor pool with sun loungers, in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll in shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll in Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3333 East Busch Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Adventure Island - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

Hotel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Located close to University of South Florida, Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area provides free to-go breakfast, golfing on site, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 84 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 841 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area located?

Located in Terrace Park, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from University of South Florida. Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff good coffee and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing friendly staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pam and the staff were so helpful while we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second time staying the rooms are always clean and great the staff if always nice and helpful, free breakfast, free parking, so close to the parks, food, and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Busch Gardens and Restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved that breakfast was included
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamsun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for a family vacation to Busch Gardens
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the decor of the building and very friendly staff. We were content ‼️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, clean hallways, clean lobby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

This was a quick stay to head to BG across the street but as always great breakfast included and clean, efficient room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

aleksei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks like just renovated. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff quite welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a hotel that was close to Busch Gardens and this was it. The staff was friendly and plenty of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that this hotel is secure and clean and right across from Busch Gardens. The hotel also has a free shuttle. The surrounding area is unsafe. We took a walk to a nearby restaurant and were met with homeless people asking for money and crazy people yelling and screaming at nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaleria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff. Property was clean but more importantly the room was clean and stocked with toiletries and coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was.clean,.bright and had convenient shuttle to.the main entrance of the nearby amusement parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and always helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and employees were friendly. I was on street side so I heard the traffic from 6 lane street, but not bad. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to bush gardens
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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