Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

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

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Property amenity
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Garden Gyros - ‬4 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.

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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
  • In-room 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 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$170.06, 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 a free local area shuttle, 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.

Reviews

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

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monique

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, Goose Creek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Kiki and the other staff were super friendly and very helpful! Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Tammy

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

Good night sleep

Nice stay and convenient to hospital
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sierra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keke at the front desk area is great give all the information we need, a great attitude and very nice person. The room are very good. Recommend this if you are going with you family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

varian

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

6/10 Okay

Julia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel if your going to one of the Busch Gardens parks. Rooms were clean, staff was super friendly, free parking and breakfast....AND a shuttle to take you to and from the parks on demand! I'll stay here again when going to the parks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and everyone was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

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

Family vacation to Bush Gardens

Keekee greated us as soon as we came thru the door. Fastest and smoothest checkin I have ever experienced. She was our furst impression and it was an excellent one. The shuttle to and from Bush Gardens was awesome and quick service. We will definitely be staying there again the next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room looked runned down especially the bathtub. The highlight of staying here was the friendly staff and the shuttle service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISSETTE

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff always very nice and continental breakfast good as well. Wish pillows were better.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braxton

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

8/10 Good

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The gentleman that checked us in was nice. The room was at least somewhat close to what I reserved, but it could be updated & cleaned a little better. Area around the hotel is not upscale either.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complementary shuttle to and from Busch Gardens was convenient. Large variety of food at breakfast busy it was busy so multiple items were not available. Housekeeping cleaned the room daily. I didn't catch her name but the girl that works afternoons at the front desk is a total sweetheart.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhaylem

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Kiki is amazing!

Overall the stay was great. There were a few minor issues but we chose to deal with it rather than complain. The thermostat in our room did not work correctly. We changed the settings to attempt to correct it but it didn’t work. I had to wake up several times a night to change the temperature to get the thermostat to turn on. The faucet in the tub/shower turned every way and didn’t stop. We had to find the sweet spot to turn it off. The hotel was super busy and there wasn’t enough room for people to eat. I think this was mainly due to the large groups (church, teen field trips) that would eat together. Parking is bad. Kiki, the evening front desk clerk, is AMAZING. This place is lucky to have her on board!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute decor & beachy. Definitely a Floridian feel! Could use a bathroom remodel & grout cleaning. Air conditioner was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bathroom, not weird smells in room and hall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was great & breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only reason it is getting 2 star is the lady at the front counter upon check in was super friendly and having fun with her job making everyone smile but after that first night it only went down hill ac only worked part of the time hot water was limited to a luke warm shower the rest of the staff either didnt speak english or was super rude and inconvenienced by anything you said or needed and my wife and i both ended up with a rash on our back im assuming came from the beds wont stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Comfortable

The room was basic but met our needs. We had a fridge, microwave and a coffee/tea machine. The customer service was excellent. The breakfast was ok- I would have enjoyed some fresh fruit or more toppings for the pancakes. The bed was comfortable and the maid service was great .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025