Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa in Tampa

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Exterior
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Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8610 Elm Fair Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33610
  • Place, Florida State Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

In Tampa .You'll find Florida State Fairgrounds and MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre within a 15-minute walk of this Tampa hotel. Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and 1 800 Ask Gary Amphitheatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Florida State Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 16 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Rez Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cipresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪L Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rise Kitchen & Bakery #RiseKB - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

Hotel near Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa in Tampa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1080 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1080 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Tampa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height door lock
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino
Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casino by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG is 12.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG on Nov 24, 2025 start from $110.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG to downtown Tampa?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG is 6.8 mi away from Tampa.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Relaxing stay

Delicious breakfast, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Daniel

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

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, convenient for fairgrounds. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and convenient for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This hotel was nice and clean, from lobby to rooms. Free parking and free hot breakfast. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but it was nice. I love Holiday Inn Express no matter where I go, always nice and clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES CLAUDE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LIKED THE FRIENDLY GREETING AND THE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I DIDN'T LIKE THE VERY LOW TOILET, AT 91 YEARS OLD GETTING UP WAS A STRUGGLE.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loud cleaning people

Cleaning people were loud in the morning. Woke us up at 9:00. Very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in process w As a little delayed. The room wasn’t ready when we arrived. But a few minutes later we were able to do it. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was really good. The bed comfortable (and I’m a tall guy). It’s at walking distance of the fairgrounds. The check out was really fast. Definitely will back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
overall good stay, not as nice as most holiday inn express, it's starting to show its age, needs a refurbish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nasif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Other than that, it was ok

It was a nice room. In the middle of the night I found a huge roach crawling on the floor
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice and it was clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Smelly

The room had a weird smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Diane is a rockstar

My stay was wonderful, it was a surprise trip for my son to see a concert in which Diane who was at the front desk helped surprise my son to let him know we are taking to the concert. She was also very friendly very attentive during our stay it was a wonderful friendly face that will have our family returning. The breakfast was delicious and the room was wonderful it was a beautiful hotel stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
The service was POOR and no one spoke ENGLISH!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kizzy

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

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient check in, conveniently across from the fairgrounds for our event! Thanks for not wasting plastic on the “free” bottles of lotion & other stuff people probably take home and never use.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025