BAY INN

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for BAY INN

Outdoor pool
Double Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Reception
Laundry

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
2307 E BUSCH BLVD, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyride
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Double Bed

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Bed

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Single Bed Accessible

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Single Bed

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Bed

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Tampa

Located in Temple Crest within 2 miles (3 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, BAY INN is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as University of South Florida. This 108-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Skyride - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • University Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Garden Gyros - ‬11 min walk

About this property

BAY INN

Motel with free parking, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
At BAY INN, guests have access to an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and an ATM. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
LCD TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 80.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

BAY INN Motel
BAY INN Tampa
BAY INN Motel Tampa

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to BAY INN?

This motel is situated in Temple Crest, close to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa, and Raymond James Stadium. You'll also find Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at BAY INN?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BAY INN on Nov 30, 2025 start from $63.0, 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.

Will I be able to park at BAY INN?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does BAY INN include a casino on the premises?

No, BAY INN doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at BAY INN?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about BAY INN?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at BAY INN?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does BAY INN have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, BAY INN doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does BAY INN allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at BAY INN for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at BAY INN?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to BAY INN?

The closest major airport to BAY INN is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is 14.3 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is located 11.8 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at BAY INN?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at BAY INN.

Reviews

BAY INN Reviews

5.8

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

arlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Blair

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trevor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Roaches in room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upon entering I told the front desk clerk that I wasn't from the area and preferred a room that had a parking space directly in front of the room. When he printed the key he told me he gave me a room in "the next building," & when I asked where it was exactly he said around the corner. I said, "ok, got in my car and started driving around the parking lot." When I made it "around the corner," I notice caution-tape restricting cars from actually driving to the building. Seeing this I figured it was a mistake, turned around and went back to ask the attendant if there was a mistake. He told me, "the building is right there," to which I reminded him I'm not from this area and would prefer a room where I can see my vehicle. in frustration he walked around the counter, outside & pointed to a building that was 50 yards away saying, "you can park here and then walk under the caution tape to the building through an empty parking lot." I once again told him I'd like my vehicle close, where I can see it, not 50 yards away and around the corner from where he stood pointing. His communication skills were paramount to gasliting as he told me, "no one has a problem with walking over there, this is a non issue," rather than simply getting the point I want a room within eyesight of my vehicle. Hearing this he said, "ok I can fix this." He proceeded to give me a room a few doors from the front office and I hoped at this moment the issues from earlier were about to be fixed. They weren't
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only highlight here was the girl at the front desk. She was sweet and upbeat, but the place was nasty. There were no working vending machines, the office closed, there were bad places on the floor and walls, you could take a bath (no stopper), no water pressure for a shower and half the lights work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanika

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything ok but I don't like the manager
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tempestt, BRONX

Liked: Staff & service
The neighborhood was not that great but I adjusted. The pool had no set time for open in close but on Sunday the person came up and said it was closed so I got out. However, I then saw someone else in the pool area. The rooms were small and not super clean. Its more of a motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The distance to buschgardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Omar

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nasty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They gave me the worst room they had They said they no others but I seen plenty of open ones. It’s just me they didn’t want to give because I saw after me a white guy got a nice room. I paid online and received a email saying i don’t need to pay a deposit. They still wanted one. I tried to use the atm there but it was conveniently broken. So i
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness
Don’t go here front desk guy is a crack head chasing hookers and get mad when u don’t let him smoke on your blunt and calls the cops and say
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lazaro

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property has to be restored completely even the air smelled like mold the bed covers were torn they really need to do something about that immediately the front desk people were nice but it doesn’t change the super bad conditions this property is in I will never in my life stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Worst experience ever

When we first got there their system was down instead of the rude old lady saying that she left me at the window, then I’m standing in line once the system was up and she skipped me that came after me.the floors in the room are dirty the a/c had mold and the tub has mold as well, dead roaches on the ceiling, room service guy knocked and let his self in after I stated I’m undressed we don’t need anything. On the way out the same rude old lady tried to keep my money acting as if I didn’t give her a deposit for the key
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristy

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wessam

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad place to stay. One night stay is too much time even. Unsafe and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property needs a lot of maintance and remodeling
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

James Foster

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The mattress springs on bed busted, floors and room dirty, Smokey and unpleasant smell. Pool is unkept.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Itbwas a perfect fit and price value fornwhat i needed....would and will definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025