Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near University of South Florida

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Terrace/patio
Full-size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils
Reception
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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11606 North McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Place, University of South Florida
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Rollin Shower)

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing & Rollin Shower)

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Studio Suite-Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite-Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2Queen Mobilty/Hearing Access Tub Studio Nosm

  • Sleeps 6

King Studio Accessible-Roll In Shower-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Studio With 2 Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King Studio with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible King Studio Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible Two Queen Studio with Tub

  • Sleeps 6

Hearing Accessible Two Queen Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 6

King Studio Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Pure Wellness Acc Tub Studio Nonsmkg

  • Sleeps 4

2Queen Beds Pure Wellness Studio Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 6

2Queen Pure Wellness Acc Tub Studio Nonsmkng

  • Sleeps 6

1 KING PURE WELLNESS ACC TUB STUDIO NONSMOKG

  • Sleeps 4

1King Pure Wellness Studio Suite Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Located in Terrace Park within a short walk of University of South Florida, Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. This 106-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • University of South Florida - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Museum of Science and Industry - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Kitchen USF - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near University of South Florida
At Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 12.00 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
42-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Kitchens, sofa beds, and refrigerators are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 80.63 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 80.63
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 80.63 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 80.63 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-11:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and debit 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

As of Jan 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens on Feb 22, 2026 start from $160.65, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

This hotel is situated in Terrace Park within a short 17-minute walk of Museum of Science and Industry and also 14 minutes on foot from University of South Florida Botanical Gardens. You'll also find Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Yuengling Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 12.00 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens include a casino on the premises?

No, Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens have a hot tub?

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

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens for a fee of USD 80.63 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

The closest major airport to Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens is Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), which is 16.6 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is located 14.1 mi away (30-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

William

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I prepaid for the room. When I checked out I was told I was all set. I now have a charge from Hilton to my CC for $10.75. It would be nice to know what that charge is for? The light bulb was burned out on the microwave and the pool was not heated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nidia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael, Pembroke Pines

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Bethany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There were some individuals loitering in the parking lot when we arrived (10 pm) that make me feel uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARINA, Hollywood

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location!! Great customer service. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Ocala

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mika

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It wasn’t comfy Disappointed there was no bath tub like I seen on the pic I asked the bath tub at front desk when I knew we don’t have one, but couldn’t get it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Busch Gardens! Had a couple of little issues but the staff resolved
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't like that the cleaning lady came at 4:30pm when we had been out of the room all day. We asked if she could come back in 15-20 minutes and she said NO
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

margaret

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs upgrades, great area for moffett cancer center
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place close to USF
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to USF. Nothing special. Good for a few nights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was helpful, room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025