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Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF

2.5 star property
Hotel in Tampa with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Property amenity
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Property amenity
Located near University of South Florida and Busch Gardens, Sleep Inn offers a practical retreat with daily breakfast and laundry facilities. Enjoy a 24-hour business center, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Guests value the lobby newspaper service and notably helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Temple Terrace, a neighborhood in Tampa, Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF is in the entertainment district and near theme parks. Port of Tampa is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventure Island and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Florida State Fairgrounds and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are not to be missed.
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12282 Morris Bridge Rd, Tampa, FL, 33637

What's nearby

  • University of South Florida - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Yuengling Center - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Adventure Island - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF

Hotel near University of South Florida
A free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and an elevator
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 83 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30.00 (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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM
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)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–9 PM.

Is Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF located?

Located in Temple Terrace, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lettuce Lake Park and 3.1 mi (5 km) from University of South Florida. Flatwoods Wilderness Park and Morris Bridge Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1024 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Close and nice all attraction's and college
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay here and I will be back. Room was clean and staff was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back. Faith at the front desk was a huge help getting me in seamlessly. Thanks again, Faith!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RENE JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price and amenities!! Minutes from USF.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and the customer service staff was amazing and the room was really nice and air conditioning was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parminder

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

10/10 Excellent

MARCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qwentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was A Very Enjoyable Experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

PATRIK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exelent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

RODRIGO

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not bad
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff's customer service skills are excellent! The hotel is an older building but they keep it clean and tidy. But the customer service is top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place great price and the breakfast was really good and a lot of options. Clean and quiet rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Amenities
Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and it was a very well taken care of environment.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Truc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the walk-in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suegem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is really nice and quiet beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nyasha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Affordable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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