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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

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

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Property amenity
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • University of South Florida
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Tampa

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from University of South Florida. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business amenities include a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Temple Crest hotel include Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park.

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Yuengling Center - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sultan's Sweets - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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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 transport

  • 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
  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 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 guest room 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 smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children aged 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

Holiday Inn Express Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on 29 June 2025 start from AU$206.24, 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.

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

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is Ben T. Davis Beach (16.5 km).

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is a hit with families.

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

Yep, our visitors adore the free buffet breakfast here! Available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1012 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do not know how this location continues to operate under the Holiday Inn brand. The place had zero updates and was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashleighanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

10/10 Excellent

Peiyue, Northville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed here for two nights, and it was an awesome experience! Right from the start, the front desk service was amazing, and I have to give a special shoutout to Keke—she was fantastic. This is probably the best bang-for-your-buck hotel near Busch Gardens. The free shuttle service is a huge plus—just call them, and they’ll pick you up from the park and bring you back to the hotel. Super convenient and a great way to avoid parking fees at Busch Gardens. Overall, we had an excellent stay, and I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Monti

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stay Away!

Worst customer service I’ve ever seen. Front Desk lied to me, I booked a king room, when we got there, the keys room didn’t work. Had to go back to the front desk went back up to our room. It was two queens. Went back down to the front desk for the third time. I told him I ordered the king, they told me too bad. Take what you got. There are no more kings available when I was ready to leave then a gentleman said here here’s a room for a king and gave us a king room, Execution of service was pathetic, the area was disastrous crime everywhere, armed guards in the front . Look like criminals casing the parking lot. Crime everywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Corey, Hollister

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Luciano

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Zero for Cleanliness

Our first room had a strong urine smell, and I suspect the sheets were never changed. After requesting a room change, the second room wasn’t much better—it had black spots all over the bathtub. The only redeeming qualities of this hotel were its convenient location near the park and the helpful front desk staff. If not for those, I would rate this hotel a zero.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

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

Good stay, clean hotel

Stayed overnight everything was good. clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Haymarket

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & comfortable. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I enjoyed my say at this hotel. The rooms were clean but a little dated. It was great for our one night stay. The breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Much louder and not as clean as when we stayed a year ago. Bathtub did not drain and toilet seat had to be replaced while we were there.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kiran Kumar

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Not at all good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

6/10 Okay

Federico

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was not in neat condition.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was conveniently located for Busch Gardens. The hotel had shuttle service available for the park. The hotel was clean. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025