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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

2.5 star property
Adventure awaits near Busch Gardens with a hearty breakfast to start the day, a refreshing pool for afternoon breaks, and easy access to Tampa's top attractions

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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

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩161,794
₩183,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Skyride - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Florida - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 13 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 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 center.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in the lobby, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 123 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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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 transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 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 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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 cribs are available on request at the property

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

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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 Jan 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on Jan 18, 2026 start from ₩161,794, excluding 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 25 lbs 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?

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out 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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Reviews

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

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Smita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff has been great and very accommodating at all times. Area shuttle to Busch Gardens is very convenient. Breakfast is good as well with healthy options.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was above our expectations. Rooms sparkling clean, great friendly staff and the shuttle service was a plus with a friendly and fun driver. The breakfast was great with an amazing variety. From now this week be our preferred hotel at bush gardens and recommended 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loriann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Tina, front desk was a big reason to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIOVANNI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front staff courteous and always willing to help with the best smiles- thank you ladies.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kiamesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wet efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ladies at front desk both days were so nice and friendly. Rooms were great but carpet was dirty and had stains. They need to deep clean carpets every now and then. Breakfast was decent. Close to Bush Gardens park. Will stay again if we come back to Tampa
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia and Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the room was clean, and the staff was very courteous and polite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, clean and well maintained. Front desk staff was very friendly, helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good near by bush gardens
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great . Didn't use parking ,shuttle to busch gardens was great .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing, the staff was great, and parking was easy also surprisingly the room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean both room and lobby, breakfast was great, coffee was good, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This one of the best hotel and it was close to bush gardens but they shutt us there whi grate fullus
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Healthy and balanced breakfast, we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

wayne

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

Great overnight hotel

Great staff ultra clean rooms and common areas
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ivener

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was exceptional. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient to Busch Gardens. Clean, safe & the staff are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above! Great room layout, clean, great staff, great location. I loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need some update but the personal and breakfast was excellent, specially Tara
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a good experience. Their shuttle service and driver was on point
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025