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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a van, and flags. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG (Tampa)
A room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a framed abstract art piece on the wall. - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG (Tampa)
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Located close to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Yuengling Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A white bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a handrail.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, handrails, a sink with a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a fire alarm.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A white bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a handrail.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A white bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a handrail.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outside.

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a brown headboard.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(123 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Temple Crest, a neighborhood in Tampa, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is near the airport and near theme parks. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Check out an event or a game at Yuengling Center, and consider making time for Florida State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Tampa travel guide
Map
2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • A roller coaster with a green track, a cable car system, and a pavilion in a park.
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Skyride
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • beach near Montu
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • new world tampa
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • New World Brewery
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    21 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Zagora Café
    18 min walk
  • Zambia Smokehouse
    2 min drive
  • Dragon Fire Grill
    16 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    20 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, 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 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

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

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG located?

Located in Temple Crest, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from University of South Florida. Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

SUZANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nidhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, very clean rooms. Nice choices for breakfast, coffee always in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location to restaurants and could watch fireworks from Busch gardens every night !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nataly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

NELSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is clean and comfortable, with a very convenient location, especially for anyone visiting the University of South Florida (USF). It is close to campus and makes getting to school easy. The staff is very friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I traveled with my family. Our stay here was amazing. The staff is awesome especially Aunty Zee. The property is well managed and the rooms are clean. Breakfast is a good addition. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located close to Busch Gardens
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from all the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night before going to Busch Gardens. They have a complimentary shuttle to the park which is very close to the property. Good continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel and would definitely stay here again. The room was clean, well maintained, and everything was in good working condition, while the complimentary breakfast was fresh and offered a nice variety of options. The front desk staff was friendly and welcoming, making the overall experience smooth and enjoyable from check-in to check-out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast spread, comfortable beds and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is closer and the services is amazing! The shuttle is amazing you dont need to wait.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location, friendly staff & shuttle driver. Nice complimentarily breakfast buffet bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lot of parking space
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Was not very clean, but the staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Geri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Older hotel that needs updating. Clean and friendly staff, comfortable bed. Breakfast was ok, skip the eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, shuttle to Busch Gardens great (Reggie did a great job).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous Staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026