What's it like in University?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Tampa's University neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for University travel tips? Be sure to check out Brass Mug and TK Lounge while you're in the neighborhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the University area?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodations in University to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tampa area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to University, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in University?

Brass Mug, TK Lounge, and Grand Prix Tampa are just a few attractions to check out in University. Skipper's Smokehouse and The Grand are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around University include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, University Mall, and University of South Florida Botanical Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Tampa, University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum and Marshall Student Center are also worth a stop.

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1. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

2.6 km from University

Yecenia

₩167,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

2. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

2.9 km from University

Derrick

₩159,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3 km from University

Henrice

₩180,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a seating area with a giraffe statue.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

4.8 km from University

Amanda

₩154,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple seating options, a kitchen area, and a large window providing natural light.

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG

New Tampa, 9.4 km from University

Ivonne

₩159,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

New Tampa, 7.1 km from University

Lucille

₩163,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An aerial view of a hotel with a heart-shaped pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a landscaped garden.

7. OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

3.5 km from University

Fiona

₩176,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL

Town 'n' Country, 11.6 km from University

Xiomara M

₩153,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a central coffee station, and a large painting on the wall.

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

4.5 km from University

John

₩115,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A MainStay Suites hotel entrance with a sign, palm trees, and a road leading to the building.

10. MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF

Temple Terrace, 6.5 km from University

Maximo

₩130,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, black wicker chairs, and a modern building facade.

11. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

11.3 km from University

Joseph

₩197,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A conference room with a wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

12. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin

11.5 km from University

Glen

₩109,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and built-in shelving units.

13. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport

Town 'n' Country, 12.1 km from University

Phillip Preston

₩108,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a television screen.

14. Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North

Town 'n' Country, 10.9 km from University

Nicole

₩151,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a van, and flags.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

4.7 km from University

Sumae

₩162,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

16. Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore

Westshore, 15.6 km from University

Erika

₩193,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and artwork on the walls.

17. Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF

Temple Terrace, 7.7 km from University

Gregory

₩116,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A spacious hotel lobby with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the street.

18. Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)

Town 'n' Country, 11.4 km from University

Gerard

₩164,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A terrace with a stone coffee table, two sofas with red cushions, and a view of the sea.

19. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

16.3 km from University

TOIA L.

₩334,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a fireplace, a stone wall, and a bookshelf.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, RJ Stadium - Tampa Airport East

11.7 km from University

Crosby

₩135,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Where to stay in University

Find the best University areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Tampa

Explore top attractions like the Florida Aquarium, Glazer Children's Museum, and Tampa Riverwalk, or indulge in the vibrant nightlife and dining scene in the River Arts District. Easily navigate the area with TECO Streetcar and HART public transportation.

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A street lined with palm trees, vintage buildings, and parked cars.

Ybor City

Designated as a National Historic Landmark District, this Tampa neighborhood boasts the Ybor City Museum State Park and a variety of attractions like the Cigar Museum. Enjoy Florida's oldest restaurant, Columbia, and vibrant nightlife along 7th Avenue, easily accessible via TECO Line Streetcar.

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A large, two-story house with a porch, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Hyde Park

Historic homes and fine dining abound next to Downtown Tampa. Here it’s easy to develop a taste for the finer things in life.

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A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings and palm trees in the foreground.

Town 'n' Country

If you're spending some time in Town 'n' Country, Tampa Bay and Rocky Point Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

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A night scene with a calm lake reflecting buildings, including a prominent structure with three domes.

Tampa Heights

While visiting Tampa Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Armature Works and Tampa Waterworks Park.

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Top University Hotel Reviews

The Westshore Grand, Tampa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was extremely nice and helpful. Place was very clean. Maybe have more beer on hand when Wisconsin folk come to town!!! Great stay!"

Hotel Haya

10/10 Excellent

"Our first room smelled musty, and Abigail happily upgraded us to a beautiful suite that didn’t smell musty at all. We only stayed for the one night (following the Lightning’s home opener win), but if we could have, we would’ve stayed for a week. The in-house Café Quiquiriqui offers free Buddy Brew coffee for hotel guests in the morning and made us a delicious (and reasonably priced), made-to-order breakfast sandwich with real eggs. Hotel Haya is a true gem and a great value. Highly recommend."

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Our top choices for University hotels

1. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

2. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

7. OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

10. MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF

11. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

12. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin

13. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport

14. Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

16. Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore

17. Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF

18. Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)

19. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, RJ Stadium - Tampa Airport East

Where to stay in University

Downtown Tampa

Ybor City

Hyde Park

Town 'n' Country

Tampa Heights

Top University Hotel Reviews

The Westshore Grand, Tampa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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