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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Room amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8610 Elm Fair Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33610
  • Place, Florida State Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Accessible (Hearing, Mobility Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Florida State Fairgrounds is within a 5-minute walk of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG while other popular sites like MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre are within a 15-minute stroll. This 76-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Florida State Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 1 800 Ask Gary Amphitheatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Eureka Springs Regional Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 16 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jubao Palace Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rez Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Council Oak Steaks & Seafood - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,080 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height door lock
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino
Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casino
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casino by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

As of Mar 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG on Apr 5, 2026 start from $142, 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 can I see close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

This hotel is located in Tampa, a short 5-minute walk from Florida State Fairgrounds and also 12 minutes on foot from MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. You'll also find 1 800 Ask Gary Amphitheatre and Bob Thomas Equestrian Center less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a free daily breakfast, and a 24-hour gym at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG for a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is 12.6 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is located 15.3 mi away (24-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean and spacious room. The staff were friendly. We spent one night but would go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean. Smelled great the lobby and the room! The staff was friendly. The breakfast was very delicious. The ONLY thing I had to say is our shower didn’t drain properly but there was a notice saying their tubs will be changed and fixed by ending of December. Next trip to Tampa I will stay here again for sure !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leemond h.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

farrell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

roger, LIBERTYVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

GUSTAVO, pace

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Ok
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, JAMISON

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

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

8/10 Good

Jannet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room smelled like mold, not sure if the carpet needs cleaning or what. Also the bathtub looked like someone took steel wool to it, they said they are replacing all of them in December but how did they get thay way? The syaff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was great overall, however the heat in the room did not work and it was a cold night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is very nice and professional at this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A short getaway for thanksgiving
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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