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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

2.5 star property

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Property amenity
Fitness facility
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2807 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyride
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King) | Room amenity

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (1 King, Comm, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Roll Shwr)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(109 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Temple Crest within a mile (2 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as University of South Florida. This 123-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Skyride - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • beach near Montu - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Adventure Island - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • beach near Terrace Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (25 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 10 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • 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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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 Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF
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Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa
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Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from $124, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Temple Crest within a short 19-minute walk of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. You'll also find Adventure Island and Yuengling Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as an outdoor pool and a free daily breakfast.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG for a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have connecting rooms available?

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

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is 14.7 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is located 12.2 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG that offer a balcony.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1006 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laura L.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a shuttle but we did not use. Was not warm enough for the pool. Overall, good hotel. Friendly staff, good breakfast with variety and replenished right away. Not sure about the area around the hotel. It is almost right across from busch gardens, but there are many homeless in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Brian n Sydney, Stuart

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rally bad stains in the bathtub, Stains in the carpet, and bathroom facet was not working well. . . I mentioned to the desk about the really nasty stains in the bottom of the Tub, and all He did was just us a couple rags to "try" to clean it up. Sad!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason N

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay ,good staff, area surroundings werent the greatest but hotel was great just bad area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and front desk clerk was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our room was very nice and clean. Breakfast was ok, but if i compared it to other hotels i have stayed at recently it was better than ok. Only down side was the fresh brewed coffee is weak. But that's a matter of taste. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcos Acosta

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk team was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole Elaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jimia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Shiju

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Middletown

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast - top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aaliyah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes very fresh. The man working was very nice. We were greeted by the nicest person, Kiki. Very warm and welcoming. She was the sweetest person. She answered all out questions with a big beautiful smile.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nadeige

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Great service , comfortable and clean. Breakfast was pretty good as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Zee was friendly and acted like we were family.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mima

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was beautiful clean friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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