Nightly rates from $52
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Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

2 stars
3001 University Center Drive, Tampa, FL 33612
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.0
out of 5
86 reviews
January Visit

The nice bar was closed. The pull out couch in the room was broken, they did not have a roll away... See full review

  • FloridaVisitor
  • Jan 19, 2012
Reunion gone wrong

As I was getting out of the taxi the entrance looked very nice thru the glass you could see the... See full review

  • Papahitman
  • Dec 14, 2011
All-suites hotel near USF and Busch Gardens

Find 150 deluxe suites located less than a mile behind Busch Gardens and Adventure Island at this all-suites property. The All Suites Hotel is approximately one mile from the University of South Florida campus, Moffitt Cancer Center, Shriners, Veterans Hospital and Tampa's Museum of Science and Industry. The resort has a tropical style and features a heated pool and hot tub, 4,000-square-foot sun deck, complimentary pool tables and ping pong for a memorable family vacation in the Florida sun.

Highlights
  • Free shuttle service to Busch Gardens
  • 4,000-square-foot sundeck with outdoor ping pong tables
  • High-speed wireless Internet throughout the hotel
  • Complimentary continental breakfast
Rooms

Choose either a king or double-bed suite with a full-size sleeper sofa and separate living room. Rooms sleep up to six and every suite includes a La-Z-Boy recliner, two color TVs with 69 cable channels including HBO, coffee maker with Maxwell House coffee, video player, stereo, wet-bar, hairdryer, iron with ironing board, refrigerator and microwave.

Features

The hotel offers many opportunities for entertainment and relaxation. Visit the hotel's onsite restaurant, lounge by the outdoor heated pool or hold a family tournament at the sun deck's pool tables and ping-pong tables. Guests enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, nightly drink specials in the cocktail lounge, billiards and free local shuttle to Busch Gardens, Adventure Island and nearby hospitals. The property has free outdoor parking and truck or RV parking (limited spaces). Find a gift shop and newsstand onsite. High-speed wireless Internet is complimentary.

Transportation
  • Tampa International Airport (30 minutes)
  • St. Petersburg/Clearwater Airport (50 minutes)
Local Attractions
  • Busch Gardens
  • Adventure Island
  • Museum of Science and Industry
  • Florida Aquarium
  • Historic Ybor City (night clubs, movies, shopping, dining)
  • University of South Florida
  • Raymond James Stadium
  • Lowry Park Zoo
  • Gulf Coast beaches
  • Disney World and many other Orlando attractions (about an hour)
Business
  • Meeting rooms can seat up to 40 guests
  • Catered lunches available for 20 or more
  • Audiovisual packages available upon request
Policies & Fees
  • Guests must be 21 years of age with a valid credit card and matching ID to check -in
  • No pets allowed

 

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Map

3001 University Center Drive, Tampa, FL 33612

Area description
Business district, Downtown, Expressway

Amenities

  • Adjoining Rooms
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Audio Visual Equipment
  • Bus Parking
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Conference Facilities
  • Desk with Lamp
  • FAX
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free parking
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Heated Pool
  • High-speed Internet
  • Ice Machine
  • In Room Movies
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Overhead Projector
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • RV or Truck Parking
  • Sofa Bed
  • Truck Parking
  • TV Remote Control
  • Vending Machines

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
4:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (86)

Ratings and reviews for Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Overall score

3 / 5
86 out of 86
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
3.2
Hotel staff:
3.5
Room comfort:
3.3
Location:
4.1
Value:
3.4

58% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

3
FloridaVisitor
Northeast
Jan 19, 2012

January Visit

The nice bar was closed. The pull out couch in the room was broken, they did not have a roll away bed to offer. The breakfast changed to simple bread/cereal/make your own waffles (which were very good) but it use to be eggs/biscuits w/ sausage gravy and that was great. I realize that things change but we were looking forward to the way it used to be. Staff is very good and great location near Busch Gardens.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

1
Dan k.
Tampa, FL, USA
Dec 28, 2011

Don't stay here

Staff was very nice. Maids would wake you up at 10:00am EVERY MORNING even though I put out the "Do not disturb" sign. The carpet was so dirty, when you took a shower it looked like mud in the tub. The A/C didn't work well even though they fixed it once. I defrosted the frig. It was a block of ice. The hot tub was turned into a big flower pot, the kids in the pool screamed ALL DAY from 8:00am till 11:00pm. (pool closes at 9:00pm) so does the BAR. The breakfast room was nice, but once again all the kids didn't help. Also, the WORST coffee I ever had.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Village Inn Resturant just North up the street, Great food.

Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

2
Papahitman
Chicago, IL, USA
Dec 14, 2011

Reunion gone wrong

As I was getting out of the taxi the entrance looked very nice thru the glass you could see the pool in the courtyard. Mike at the counter was very helpful and Lillian as well. I had friends coming in from all over the country, Cali,NY and parts of Florida and myself from Chicago. If you advertise wireless internet make it a priority to supply it. 4 days without it, we brought our ps3 because we are all met and known each other thru it for 5 years at least, all adult all with families, and finally we agree to meet and we end up coming to bayonet and no connect not even our laptops could connect. Then one night the power goes out, very depressing weekend it became because of these events. Honesty I wouldn't recommend your hotel to anyone, if at least a small jester like a ride to airport or discount, anything, nothing.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
1
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

Bush gardens only thing around

Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

5
Cheap mom
Ft. Laud
Sep 30, 2011

great place for weekend trip to busch gardens

we took kid to Busch Gardens for the weekend. We had two queen beds and sofa bed. roomy for everyone. a frig, and microwave perfect

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

perfect down the street from Adventure Island and busch gardens

Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

1
matiesco
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Sep 6, 2011

Just Ghetto all the way!

Sheets were dirty, very noisy hotel with people partying until 2-3am. People smoking everywhere, drinking, etc. Elevator was out of service. Breakfast very mediocre. Please do yourself a favor and spend $20-$30 more and book another hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

4
pastalou
Daytona Beach, FL, USA
Aug 19, 2011

hotel experience

It was ok. Desk staff were pleasant. I was put in a room right off of the pool and bar; it happened to be Karaoke night so no peace and quiet which I desperately wanted. Overall tho, very clean and worth the money. Great location for what I needed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

4
tired traveler
Temple Terrace, FL
May 19, 2011

Super location - Fun,Sun, and Cool Pool

I spent a lot of time at the pool. Loved the room setup with front sitting room and extra TV.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Busch Gardens and Adventure Island are a short walk away. The interstate is really close and just a short jaunt to downtown Tampa and all the attractions and night life.

Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

2
Travelers
Davenport, IA
May 18, 2011

Has its good and bad qualities

When we first arrived into the room we noticed the pull out couch was halfway up. Come to find out it was broken, but not a big deal because we didn't need it. It was weird that the sink & big mirror to get ready at was in the bedroom not attached with the shower & toilet. We were on the role floor (figured it would be best) and we had a little balcony but the door didn't have a screen on it so couldn't sleep with the door open. We went to Busch Gardens as soon as we got there & came back after a long day & wanted to rest but was upset about there being a burning smell when the a/c was turned off so had to sleep kinda chilly for fear the smell would keep us up. About the only good thing out of staying here was the convenience of its location to the parks & the free shuttle to the parks. They were nice enough to let us keep our car parked there & use the shuttle on our last day even though we were checked out. Staff was very nice & complimentary breakfast was pretty good. Overall would pay a bit more to feel more comfortable on my short stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

3
Becky
Grand Rapids, MI
May 16, 2011

very comfortable

Well i arrived late friday night, and the staff greeted me polietly. i hung out by the pool and played a few games of pool with others staying at the hotel. the staff were very polite, and i have no complaints. i will definetly stay there again. this was one of my better trips i have taken.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Baymont Inn and Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens/USF

Reviewer score

4
Jimbo80
Baltimore, MD
Apr 25, 2011

Nice pool, breakfast, location, value.

After a day at nearby Busch Gardens, the kids really enjoyed the pool at the hotel. It was a great value for family of 1 senior, 2 middle age, a 8 yr. and 12 yr. old.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
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