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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

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Property amenity
Exterior
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens offers a convenient location near Yuengling Center. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, outdoor pool with sun loungers, in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym for workouts.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity

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
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
Hairdryer
  • 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Temple Crest, a neighbourhood in Tampa, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is near the airport and near theme parks. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Enjoy an event or a match at Yuengling Center, and consider making time for Florida State Fairgrounds—a top attraction that's not to be missed.
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2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

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
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 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
Located close to Yuengling Center and University of South Florida, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, shopping on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, a water dispenser and a gift shop
  • 1 meeting room, a TV in reception and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 123 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 11 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 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.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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 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)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 5 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$168.91, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG located?

Located in Temple Crest, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from University of South Florida. Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1004 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Akela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service
Front desk staff amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Damaris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nahed Rashad Mohmed Mohmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle and staff are great. Also, the breakfast was good, Fresh pancake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was brilliant, facilities were just what we needed. Large spacious room, friendly Dow to Earth staff and breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was good and the food too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sivaram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, safe, quiet and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles v.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need a safe parking area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlos

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

10/10 Excellent

Ivon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Great location and brand new Hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

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

10/10 Excellent

BELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across Busch Gardens. Wish they had a smart tv. Breakfast was ok. Staff were nice. Overall, great stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little dated but reasonably priced, great breakfast, outstanding staff, walking distance to Busch Gardens and several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great for what we needed and very close to Busch Gardens
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Daryl

Decent place, bad neighborhood. Ok for price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

julie

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

6/10 Okay

Erline

Convenient location for a wedding that weekend. Needed a suite close to venue. Average hotel and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reign

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and very comfortable rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

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

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compared to a Hiton Garden I stayed in last week in Cleveland Ohio, this was the best of the Two . Holiday Inn Express in Tampa was Half the price for more nights and twice the service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma

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