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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Tampa

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Property amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyride
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(112 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Temple Crest stay.Your stay at this Temple Crest hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Skyride - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • beach near Montu - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Adventure Island - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • beach near Terrace Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Hotel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Tampa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Tampa hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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
  • 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: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards 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

  • Up to 10 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is 14.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from $124, including 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 & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 13.8 mi (20-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (10-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG features an outdoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG to downtown Tampa?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is 6.1 mi away from Tampa.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beside Olive Garden restaurant. Close to Publix supermarket and Hardrock casino. Parking problematic in evenings....always full Hotel overall very nice, but showing age....rooms need updating. Staff very friendly....pool srea looked nice, never used it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was ok but wouldn’t stay again. Just felt pretty run down and musty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

JOHANN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so so rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

thomas a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was clean. A lady at the front desk was extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lady at the front desk she was friendly helpful. The room was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

RAUL DOS, DORAL

Traveled with group, Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT. ROOM, SERVICE, LOCATION EVERYTHING WAS SUPERB
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Mark, Fredericton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,and accommoda
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Gayle

When we got there they couldn't find our reservation. It took over a half hour to find it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Glamil

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Front desk lady was absolutely a pleasure. The location of the hotel doesn’t feel safe at night. Breakfast was warm and good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay at this Holiday Inn Express which was so close to Busch Gardens Tampa! Check in was quick, staff were friendly, and joking around and smiling. Parking by the entrance was tight and they were busy, but plenty of parking out back. I had room 327, right by the elevator, but it was quiet, aside from a disgruntled employee at Olive Garden next door slamming things into the dumpster at 12:30am! The room was renovated, clean, spacious, and comfortable. I had no issues with the room, everything worked, water pressure was good in the shower, and plenty of towels. The beds were comfortable, had soft and firm pillows, AC worked well, and the chair was comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful, they even had BACON although it was replaced with sausage towards the end of breakfast, plenty of cinnamon rolls, and lots to choose from. I enjoyed the veggie omelets and left breakfast full and satisfied. I would definitely stay again, the room was a good value, and my only issue was my room key stopped working after I got into my room, as I went back outside to get something, couldn't get back in through rear door, luckily another guest was entering, and then couldn't get into my room, but they gave me new key cards. Everything else was great! I recommend staying at this Holiday Inn Express!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The entire experience was wonderful! A very welcoming and pleasant staff! Additionally, the property was very clean and spacious! Also, delicious breakfast ancoff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisette

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Wilda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Phillip

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was chosen because it was the closest hotel to the hard rock Casino. Being that I was still in Tampa, where I went to school at USF many years ago, I did not think I had to worry. My friend was going to come and he’s paid for the room, but was not able to come, and I had to put my credit card down for kmiscellaneous fees. I went out the first night to the casino and I truly felt I put my life at risk. I was told when I came back from lthe staff that this was a very dangerous location and I should not go out by myself at night or day. NI was very disappointed. I planned on walking every morning going around to different shops and I was told Once Again, there are no shops nearby and to not go walking by myself. I decided to try the pool only to find what look like a small, not clean pool with no lounge chairs. I am so disappointed in this and I do not want my friend to know. Due to the fact that this was too dangerous for me to even leave the hotel by myself, I would like the charges added to my credit card ending in1352 removed completely and credited back to my credit card ending in 1352.. And since I was told there would be a kitchen and there wasn’t, along with everything else described above, I would greatly appreciate a voucher or a credit fo the total amount that my friend gifted me, so I can use this at another Holiday Inn, which would be much better suited for me. Or if it’s easier, please refund the full amount but to my card ending in 1352. Maureen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Brian n Sydney, Stuart

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rally bad stains in the bathtub, Stains in the carpet, and bathroom facet was not working well. . . I mentioned to the desk about the really nasty stains in the bottom of the Tub, and all He did was just us a couple rags to "try" to clean it up. Sad!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason N

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay ,good staff, area surroundings werent the greatest but hotel was great just bad area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and front desk clerk was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our room was very nice and clean. Breakfast was ok, but if i compared it to other hotels i have stayed at recently it was better than ok. Only down side was the fresh brewed coffee is weak. But that's a matter of taste. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcos Acosta

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026