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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A bar area with four stools and a black bar counter, featuring three green spherical decorations.

A pool area with hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

1. Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg

20.3 km from Tampa Bay

Darren

₩89,500

₩101,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, a fountain, and a parking lot.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a dining table, and chairs.

A swimming pool with a separate hot tub area, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a blue sofa.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ruskin by IHG

16.4 km from Tampa Bay

Roy

₩200,910

₩228,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern cafe with a central wooden table, a juice dispenser, and a menu board on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a shower area.

A hotel entrance with a clearway of 13.6 feet, palm trees, and a modern building facade.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruskin I-75

16 km from Tampa Bay

Sebastian

₩170,285

₩193,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and a cityscape mural.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped front yard.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Clearwater South

19.4 km from Tampa Bay

Jacqueline

₩114,234

₩137,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A covered patio area with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a building entrance.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a framed certificate, and a lamp. A staircase with a wooden railing and a lamp is visible in the background.

A two-story building with a green awning labeled "The Inn on Third" and the number 342.

A well-furnished living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

5. The Inn on Third

9.4 km from Tampa Bay

bruce

₩145,388

₩164,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, hanging pendant lights, and a long wooden bar.

A couple sitting on a bed with a bottle of champagne and a bouquet of red roses.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with a TV screen.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

6. Hollander Boutique Hotel

9.5 km from Tampa Bay

Jacob

₩169,823

₩191,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A balcony with colorful lighting, seating, and a city view.

A dark-themed living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and modern art installations.

A bar area with leather seating, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar stocked with bottles.

7. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

19.1 km from Tampa Bay

Matthew

₩229,781

₩259,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a mix of glass and wood paneling.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table, and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

8. GALAXY HOTEL

9.1 km from Tampa Bay

Russell

₩160,050

₩180,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A swimming pool with a wooden fence, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a cozy seating area.

A white chair in a covered outdoor area with arched windows overlooking a garden with various plants and trees.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

9. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

19.4 km from Tampa Bay

Steven

₩142,049

₩160,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, and a bookshelf.

A couple lying on a bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a fireplace labeled "AVALON," a white sofa, and a unique circular ceiling design.

10. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

9.5 km from Tampa Bay

Steven

₩157,855

₩178,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A Sleep Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance and multiple floors.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a green wall with floral decals.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A hotel room with a dark wood desk, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a comfortable office chair, and a minibar with various items.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Tampa South

13.1 km from Tampa Bay

Will

₩125,352

₩142,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

A room with a hanging chair, a table with red cushions, patterned floor tiles, and a view of greenery outside.

A hallway with a black and gold carpet, white walls, and a gold-framed mirror.

12. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

9 km from Tampa Bay

Kathleen

₩150,404

₩177,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with a teal sofa, small tables, hanging chairs, and a large window offering a view of buildings.

A modern office space with a blue sofa, a small table, and two chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a high wall and string lights.

13. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

11.1 km from Tampa Bay

Christopher

₩121,526

₩137,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, including multiple coffee makers, a waffle maker, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a headboard, and framed pictures on the wall.

A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a marble countertop, and a wall-mounted digital display.

A hotel with a yellow facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

14.6 km from Tampa Bay

Victoria

₩121,157

₩136,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel entrance with a covered parking area, a sign indicating handicap accessibility, and a vehicle parked in the lot.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, an ottoman, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food options.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites St. Pete - Clearwater International Airport

20.2 km from Tampa Bay

D'Andrea

₩100,998

₩114,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A breakfast area with a waffle station, coffee machines, and a sign promoting waffles.

A snack aisle with various packaged snacks and a microwave.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a well-lit entrance and a parking area.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a sign reading "Hilton Honors", and a motivational quote on the wall.

16. Hampton Inn Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, FL

16.4 km from Tampa Bay

Freddie

₩153,858

₩173,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

The exterior of the Marie Hotel in St. Petersburg, FL, featuring a classic stone facade, a prominent entrance with a black awning, and a clear view of the street.

A crowded indoor event with people standing and conversing.

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a pier, and boats docked at the waterfront.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, water bodies, and a distant bridge.

17. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

12 km from Tampa Bay

Ali Al

₩137,092

₩154,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of beverages and glassware displayed on shelves.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

18. Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater

19.6 km from Tampa Bay

Ruth

₩194,394

₩219,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wooden panel with shelves.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

19. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10.4 km from Tampa Bay

Leah

₩143,579

₩162,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a blue-lit facade, a covered walkway, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying cereals, a bakery section, and a seating area with a view through a large window.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a storage cabinet.

20. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

13.4 km from Tampa Bay

Karen

₩164,518

₩185,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg	9.2 Wonderful 1,253 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ruskin by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruskin I-75	9.4 Exceptional 409 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Clearwater South	8.8 Excellent 79 reviews	View
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"This place was exactly what I was looking for. Central to everything, extremely walkable. My only complaint is that having to move my car around did get kind of old. Valet parking is exorbitant at $40 a day. Luckily downtown has tons of free parking options right around the hotel, so if you time it right you can park easily for free overnight. It’s very central to a lot of nightlife, so expect to hear some noise at night. Surprisingly things calmed down even on weekends around midnight."

The Birchwood

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful but know the building is old. So you hear EVERYTHING! Luckily I brought a sound machine to sleep! Our bed was awful. The noise every time you moved sounded like shots being fired. When we complained about it we were basically told it is what it is. They offered us another room for $100 more a night which we declined. The lobby bar was our favorite part. Great drinks and great service. Loved the bartender and staff!"

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great"

Hollander Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Love this place so much, such a cool vibe. Restaurant worth eating at too. Pool was AMAZE!"

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the terrace room I booked. The mini fridge didn't work and had a weird smell but other than that the room was perfect. The location is AMAZING! I was in town for a concert at Jannus Live and it was a super quick walk. Then in the morning I walked to the pier which was gorgeous. Would stay again."

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

10/10 Excellent

"Surprised how much I liked this hotel. great location great staff .. I loved it."

Uptown Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Always love staying here"

The Inn on Third

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was so amazing! It felt like home there. The room was great... clean.. and so comfortable. I love downtown st Pete and I've stayed at quite a few places.. but this has been one of my top favorite place"

Other attractions near Tampa Bay

A nighttime city skyline with illuminated buildings and a waterfront promenade.

St. Pete Pier

9.6/10 (20 reviews)

St. Pete Pier is just one of the places to see in St. Petersburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Vinoy Park

9.2/10 (1,314 reviews)

While area beaches are abundant, it’s convenient to have this lovely spot right in the city. Lounge under a palm tree and enjoy the frequent entertainment.

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beach near Pelican Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Pelican Cove during your trip to Ruskin? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Vinoy Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Vinoy Park Beach during your trip to St. Petersburg?

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Spa Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spa Beach during your trip to St. Petersburg? Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club

7.6/10 (15 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in St. Petersburg at Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Saint Pete Pier District

You can take time to visit Saint Pete Pier District during your travels to St. Petersburg. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.

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North Shore Aquatic Center

After visiting North Shore Aquatic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Petersburg.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tampa Bay?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Tampa Bay, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. You'll find 24 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Tampa Bay?

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. You'll find it 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Tampa Bay. Other good options around the area include GALAXY HOTEL and Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Tampa Bay?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Tampa Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tampa Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Tampa Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Tampa Bay?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Tampa Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Tampa Bay hotels

1. Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ruskin by IHG

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruskin I-75

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Clearwater South

5. The Inn on Third

6. Hollander Boutique Hotel

7. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8. GALAXY HOTEL

9. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

10. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Tampa South

12. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

13. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

15. Comfort Inn & Suites St. Pete - Clearwater International Airport

16. Hampton Inn Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, FL

17. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

18. Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater

19. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

20. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

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Top Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

The Birchwood

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Hollander Boutique Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Uptown Suites

The Inn on Third

Other attractions near Tampa Bay

St. Pete Pier

Vinoy Park

beach near Pelican Cove

Vinoy Park Beach

Spa Beach

Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club

Saint Pete Pier District

North Shore Aquatic Center

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