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East Lake Inn

2.5 star property

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a small table.
A bed with a textured yellow blanket, a wooden headboard, and bedside tables with lamps and a phone.
A shower area with a white textured wall, a shower curtain, a metal handle, and a door with a handle.
A compact kitchenette with a white sink, a microwave, and a black refrigerator.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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6529 East Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33610
  • Place, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hard Rock Cafe - seminole Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida State Fairgrounds
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Full Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Full Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a small table.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Located in East Lake Park, East Lake Inn is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and Florida State Fairgrounds. This 22-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Bellows Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hard Rock Cafe - seminole Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Florida State Fairgrounds - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bob Thomas Equestrian Center - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 10 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Tampa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jubao Palace Noodle Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Netpark - ‬18 min walk

About this property

East Lake Inn

East Lake Inn features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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

East Lake Inn
East Lake Inn Tampa
East Lake Tampa
East Lake Inn Motel
East Lake Inn Tampa
East Lake Inn Motel Tampa

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at East Lake Inn?

East Lake Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at East Lake Inn?

As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at East Lake Inn on Jul 21, 2026 start from $90, including 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of East Lake Inn?

This motel is situated in East Lake Park within a short 16-minute walk of Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa and also 18 minutes on foot from Florida State Fairgrounds. You'll also find MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at East Lake Inn?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Does East Lake Inn have a casino at the property?

No, East Lake Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at East Lake Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does East Lake Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does East Lake Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, East Lake Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will East Lake Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at East Lake Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does East Lake Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from East Lake Inn?

The closest major airport to East Lake Inn is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is 11.4 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is located 14.1 mi away (18-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at East Lake Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at East Lake Inn.

East Lake Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 340 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only here for a night, place was clean and nice no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When I come on vacation I always come to eas lake inn and this the hotel in Tampa I will always come and stay here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and service was in time and good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gordon

Clean room, worked out well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The east lake inn is good for its price!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Provided the basics needed for overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient Location and Friendly Staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Shower. No shampoo Smoking rooms horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

joneelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly environment and pretty clean i enjoy my time
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My first time stopping here, I didn’t use the facilities if it had any basically it was just a two night’s day I was walking to the nearby hard rock Hotel Casino
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great. Things were close by and within walking distance. It was quiet which we really enjoyed. It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent for the price, no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness
It was quiet, clean and had everything needed for a night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Nakesha

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room but the lady wanted me to change my own sheets
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The close proximity to the Hard Rock Casino
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I’ve seen better and at a lower price but it worked for what I needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Hudson

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty don’t stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This motel is very run down, but it was clean and decent price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little Hotel to stay in, if going to a concert at the Amphitheater.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but it was very noisy at all times at night. No staff to complain too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was convenient as far as travel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

Xiaohui

old.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was an older motel, but knew that and for the price, would stay there again as very close to the Hard Rock. Rooms were roomy and clean. Bring your own pillows and towels would be my only recommendation for any one wanting to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all wonderful i come in here from 5 years
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025