Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of South Florida

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Courtyard
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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Lobby
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3705 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • Place, University of South Florida
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Yuengling Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 113 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Wellness, In-room air purification)

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing, In-room air purification)

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

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds (Wellness, In-room air purification)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

King Bed Two Room Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Two Double Beds Two Room Suite

  • Sleeps 6

King Bed Two Room Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Two Double Beds Two Room Premium Wellness Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Two Double Beds Two Room Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 6

King Bed Two Room Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 5

King Bed Two Room Premium Wellness Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Mobility/Hearing Access King Bed Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Access Two Double Beds One Bedroom Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility Access Two Double Beds One Bedroom Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility/Hearing Access Two Double Beds One Bedroom Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility/Hearing Access Two Double Beds Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility/Hearing Access King Bed Premium Wellness Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 5

Mobility Access King Bed One Bedroom Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Access King Bed Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Access King Bed One Bedroom with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible, Wellness)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Hearing Accessible King Bed One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible King Bed Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Hearing Accessible Two Double Beds One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Hearing Accessible Two Double Beds Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility/Hearing Access King Bed Premium Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 5

Hearing Access Premium Wellness Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 6

Two-Room King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Tampa

In Tampa .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel, you'll find University of South Florida and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. University of South Florida Botanical Gardens and University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of South Florida - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Yuengling Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪USF Tampa Bookstore - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Kitchen USF - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3.5-star hotel near University of South Florida
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 16333 square feet (1517 square meters) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Tampa hotel is smoke free.

  • 247 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 16333 sq ft of conference space
  • 1517 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers 247 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Tampa hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 13 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: USD 13 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Embassy Suites Hilton Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 721 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 1322 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Port St Lucie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was great thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice area friendly service all the way around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

8/10 Good

ZONIA

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

2/10 Terrible

Natoya

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms weren’t ready upon my 6pm arrival time. Room I was given had dirty counter tops as well as the table, trash was not emptied. I was originally given a king bed room, I paid for 2 doubles. For a hotel with 200 plus rooms 1 of the elevators was down, how convenient. None of the ice machines worked the front desk was not helpful at all. Breakfast was just ok, this particular Embassy keeps the meats behind the counter at the omelette station, which I did not understand as well. Parking was ok, this isn’t one of those hotels with other entrances which created so much traffic in and out the front doors.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Very nice, huge rooms and close to Busch Gardens!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derricka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and move staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean, the food was excellent, and the staff was amazing. The mattress was uncomfortable amd the furniture was outdated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable of accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
No hot water Should have been told I had to pay to park when I booked
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sekena

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Embassy Suites near USF in Tampa, Florida, and overall, it was a decent experience with a few issues worth mentioning. The room was spacious and comfortable enough, but not spotless — it was clean enough to stay in, though some areas could use more attention. There were heating and dripping water issues from the bathtub, which made the bathroom feel damp at times. Housekeeping was polite but seemed limited — they didn’t have air freshener available when I asked, which would have helped freshen the space. On the positive side, the breakfast was excellent with a nice variety of hot and cold options, and the staff working the dining area were friendly and attentive. The location is convenient — close to the university, restaurants, and only a short drive from the airport. The evening reception with snacks and drinks was also a great touch. The biggest drawback for me was still the lack of wired internet or Ethernet ports, which made remote work difficult. Pros: • Spacious suite layout • Great complimentary breakfast and evening reception • Convenient, safe location Cons: • Minor maintenance issues (leaky tub, heating) • No air freshener available through housekeeping • No wired internet or Ethernet ports for secure work connections Overall, it’s a comfortable hotel with friendly staff, but it could be much better with some attention to maintenance and in-room details.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is very convenient. The check-in time is kind of late.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Veita

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this hotel for business, and when visiting our child in school at USF.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been to this facility in the recent past and I am impressed by the excellent upkeep of this property. The staff at the reception area and the breakfast area were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Valeria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tampa trip

The room was huge but the halls were paper thin. I heard my neighbor partying from the time we arrived to our room until 4 in the morning. Don’t get me wrong she had a beautiful singing voice but that was not what I wanted to hear from nearing half the night. The hotel charges you to park on the property when you first arrive there was a concert going on that Saturday and when we arrived back to the hotel there was no parking spaces at the hotel we had to park in a field next to the hotel and walk what felt like a mile to the hotel then had to get up at 12 am to go move my vehicle smh. Hotel was beautiful the breakfast was good just had to wait to get a clean table to sit at. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was good. Staff was pleasant and the facility was clean. However, it was very cold in the building and i was t pleased about no cash accepted.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025