$129 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2013 Check-out: May 27, 2013

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

4 stars
700 South Florida Avenue, 700 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
95 reviews
Great Experience

I was there on business and everything was great from the room to the staff. I would stay there again. See full review

  • Talk Fusion
  • Apr 9, 2013
Fantastic family getaway

We had a good experience to stay at this hotel close to Tampa forum/Bushgarden/Clearwater beach We... See full review

  • Hultan
  • Apr 4, 2013
Downtown luxury overlooking Tampa Bay

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel is a landmark on the water, featuring 27 stories of rooms and suites overlooking Tampa Bay. The hotel incorporates cutting-edge technology with a lively and elegant atmosphere through a recently completed renovation of key public areas which includes upgrades to the onsite restaurants, lobby and outside patio. The hotel is a striking silhouette along the Channel Riverwalk in the heart of downtown near Ybor City. Located adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center, the hotel boasts 50,000 square feet of newly renovated meeting space with complete business services including Wi-Fi connected work stations and communal tables, plus a full-service spa and several restaurants. Boaters have access to a 32-slip, full-service marina at the hotel and all guests enjoy a spa, hot tub and rooftop pool.

Highlights
  • Scenic waterfront hotel in downtown Tampa with picturesque rooftop pool
  • Champion's Sports Bar and Starbucks Coffee bar
  • On-site fitness center and spa with full-service treatments and massages
Rooms

The property's 683 newly renovated guest rooms and 36 suites offer private bay or city view balconies. The rooms include coffee maker, individual climate control, Internet browser, Web TV, iron with ironing board, luxurious bedding with down comforter, custom duvet and rich cotton linens. Larger suites feature a living room, sleeper sofa, entertaining space and luxury amenities. The hotel offers high-speed wireless Internet (fees apply). All rooms are non-smoking.

Features

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel has several dining options. Café Waterside serves American fare and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests looking for hearty meals and a lively atmosphere head to Champions Sports Bar for lunch and dinner. Il Terrazzo is the hotel's fine dining option for Italian specialties from northern Italy, open for dinner only. The Pool Bar & Grill serves sandwiches poolside.  Starbucks Coffee is also on-site, as well as the Lobby Bar for quick snacks and appetizers. Nearby activities include jogging and fitness trails, bike trails, fishing and tennis. The Spa Waterside is on-site for hair and nail treatments, as well as facials and massages by appointment.

Transportation
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) (20 minutes)
  • St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (35 minutes)
Local Attractions
  • Tampa Convention Center
  • Port of Tampa Cruise Terminal
  • Channelside Bay Plaza  
  • Busch Gardens
  • Adventure Island
  • Museum of Science and Industry
  • Florida Aquarium
  • Historic Ybor City
  • Raymond James Stadium
  • Lowry Park Zoo
  • Gulf Coast beaches
  • Disney World and many other Orlando attractions (about an hour)
Business
  • Full-service business center
  • 33 meeting rooms
  • 50,000 square feet of total meeting space
  • Grand Ballroom offers 17,169 square feet of meeting space, seating up to 2,500 guests
  • 14 breakout rooms

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Spa services
Sauna
Tennis
Water skiing
Steam bath
Scuba diving
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Coffee shop
Room service
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Video checkout
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Turndown service
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board
Bath tub
Wet bar

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Hotel Map

27.9409 -82.4539
Area served
Downtown Tampa
Nearby airports
Tampa International Airport, (TPA), 9.00, MI, SE; St Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, (PIE), 22.00, MI, E; Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 87.00, MI, SW;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Nearby points of interest

  • Tampa Convention Center: 0.1 mi
  • ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 0.2 mi
  • Tampa Bay Historical Center: 0.3 mi
  • Tampa Port Authority: 0.5 mi
  • Florida Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 0.6 mi
  • SS American Victory Mariners' Memorial and Museum Ship: 0.6 mi
  • Henry B. Plant Museum: 0.7 mi
  • Glazer Children's Museum: 0.8 mi
  • Tampa Museum of Art: 0.8 mi
  • Tampa Union Station: 0.8 mi
  • The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 1 mi
  • Hyde Park: 1.3 mi
  • Ybor City State Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Ybor City: 1.8 mi
  • Tampa Convention Center: 0.1 mi
  • ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 0.2 mi
  • Tampa Bay Historical Center: 0.3 mi
  • Tampa Port Authority: 0.5 mi
  • Florida Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 0.6 mi
  • SS American Victory Mariners' Memorial and Museum Ship: 0.6 mi
  • Henry B. Plant Museum: 0.7 mi
  • Glazer Children's Museum: 0.8 mi
  • Tampa Museum of Art: 0.8 mi
  • Tampa Union Station: 0.8 mi
  • The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 1 mi
  • Hyde Park: 1.3 mi
  • Ybor City State Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Ybor City: 1.8 mi
  • Raymond James Stadium: 3.9 mi
  • Steinbrenner Field: 4.3 mi
  • Al Lopez Park: 4.3 mi
  • Tampa Lowry Park Zoo: 4.9 mi
  • Busch Gardens: 6.9 mi
  • Adventure Island: 7.4 mi
  • University of South Florida Botanical Gardens: 8.3 mi
  • Museum of Science and Industry: 8.3 mi
  • Tampa Theatre: 8.8 mi
  • Grand Prix Fun Center: 9.4 mi
  • The Upper Tampa Bay Trail: 10.3 mi
  • Lettuce Lake Park: 10.6 mi
  • Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center: 10.8 mi
  • Morris Bridge Park: 12.8 mi
  • Tampa Bay Downs: 14 mi
  • Sunshine Skyway Bridge: 21.5 mi

Dining

Waterside Grill
Enjoy American favorites from our Downtown Tampa restaurant's relaxed setting, perfect for a casual breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Champions Sports Bar
Hearty food is served at our Channelside Tampa restaurant's lively Sports Bar. For lunch and dinner enjoy a unique, authentic sports pub ambience complete with tennis court flooring!
Il Terrazzo
This fine dining restaurant's Downtown, Tampa location is easily accessible and provides an intimate environment with authentic Italian cuisine that will taste as if it's directly from Northern Italy!
Pool Bar & Grill
Discover a relaxing and convenient downtown Tampa restaurant serving beverages and sandwiches poolside.
Lobby Bar
Snacks, sandwiches and appetizers

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

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 (95)

Ratings and reviews for Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Overall score

4.1 / 5
7 out of 95
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.6

86% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Brother Bob
Bethesda, MD, USA
Mar 22, 2012

Visiting a family member at Tampa General Hospital

This hotel is the closest (20-minute walk or 10-minute cab ride) to Tampa General Hospital. The hotel accomodations were excellent; my only complaint is that the wi-fi Internet access was not free. There are places to eat both in the hotel and nearby; a city trolley stop is in front of the hotel. Cab fare to or from the airport is a flat $25.00. I didn't have time to use all of the available amenities, such as the pool and fitness room. I will be staying there again in the near future.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

3
Trudel
NY
Jan 27, 2012

Location perfect for convention center

Not a great hotel. Staff was nice and helpful, but otherwise very basic. Room was not totally clean, bathrooms need work. Location great if you need to be a the convention center. Walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
dayton oh
Jun 27, 2011

Tampa Marriott Waterside

Attended the Dance Sport competition. Only issue was how cold it was inside.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

4
Still Looking For Paradise
FL
Apr 20, 2010

Nice location.

Noisy means outisde traffic noise, not inside hotel noise. I was disappointed that the hotel did not offer bathrobes in the room. I think that would be a nice touch since they bathrobe is offered for sale in their catalog that they display on the bed. Also, a very poor selection in TV channels to choose from when settling down for the night. They need more variety.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

4
Kdberr
Philadelphia, PA
Aug 9, 2009

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

There was no book provided about hotel services. I had to call the concierge to find out where the fitness center and business center were located. I was told that the hotel was updating its information and the concierge asked me to ask her any question I had about the hotel. Otherwise it was clean, luxurious and quiet. I would call them first-class but they don't provide services beyond what the average good hotel does.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Birmingham, AL
May 10, 2009

Great Hotel

Great stay here and also got a great deal booking through orbits. The hotel is really nice it's in downtown so my friends and I caught the trolley to Ybor city and Channelside to enjoy the city. We were a few miles from most attractions but the beach is a little far but worth the 20 minute drive. The pool was gorgeous at any part of the day and if you like to drink there are 3 bars in the lobby excluding the restaurants. I would suggest this hotel to anyone staying in Tampa!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
denver CO
Apr 22, 2009

hotel

GOOD: beautiful hotel. great service. excellent location. relaxing. fantastic pool...with a bar! BAD: expensive food. charging fees for wireless internet.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
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