Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Reception
Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 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
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(94 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 Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll in shower)

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

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for 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
(24 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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll in Shower)

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
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for 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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 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, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

You may also like

Ad
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hilton Tampa Downtown

Downtown Tampa
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,023 reviews
Hilton Tampa Downtown

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
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Garden Gyros - ‬3 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 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and 1 meeting room
  • 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

Similar properties

Exterior

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,443 reviews
Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

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

Hampton Inn Tampa Busch Gardens Area Hotel
Hampton Inn Tampa Busch Gardens Area
Hampton Inn Tampa Busch Gardens Area
Hampton Inn Busch Gardens Area
Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Tampa
Tampa Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Hotel
Hotel Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Tampa
Hampton Inn Suites By Hilton Tampa Busch Gardens Area
Hampton Inn Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
Hampton Inn Tampa Busch Gardens Area Hotel
Hampton Inn Busch Gardens Area Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Tampa
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Hotel Tampa

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).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

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

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for three nights in October. Love the size of the room, staff was polite and helpful. Very close to USF. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and ac worked great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, clean bathroom, very hot water with good pressure!!
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

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EVERY THING WAS GREAT. ROOMS WERE VERY NICE. WILL STAY AGAIN.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, location a bit sketchy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great location and the driver that takes you to the parks was the best. All around great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

Steve

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

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

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very comfortable. Staff was nice and helpful. The breakfast was well stocked and the hotel was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel was 10 mins walking from Bush Gardens. Very convenient for us and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to buschgardens
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

We had family vacation to Busch Gardens. Location is excellent, right across the street! Hotel offers shuttle service so no hassle for parking at park. We also able to watch firework and drone show from our room! You will not be disappointed in staying here, nice pool also.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leaslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly, hotel clean, and very close to Busch Gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

stacey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area was awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding Hampton Inn. Room was clean, spacious and beds were great. Property extremely convenient to Busch Gardens and water park. Breakfast was better than expected. A/C in the room was the coldest I have felt in a hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.