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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Tampa

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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building at night with a covered entrance and a sign indicating the hotel name.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee machine, and a microwave.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a digital display, and a counter with a photo frame.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee bar sign, and a large glass door entrance.

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.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2 King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

A bathroom with a toilet, handrails, a sink with a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a fire alarm.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (1 King, Comm, Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Roll Shwr)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of the outside.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(120 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Tampa

Temple Crest stay.Your stay at this Temple Crest hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. Yuengling Center and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Skyride - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • beach near Montu - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Adventure Island - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • New World Brewery - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dragon Fire Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jaiho's Biryani & Kebabs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Annapurna Rasoi - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Hotel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Tampa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Tampa hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-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.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • 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 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
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)
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 10 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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

Holiday Inn Express Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel
Holiday Inn Express USF Hotel Tampa Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Tampa Usf-Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express USF Busch Gardens Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is 14.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG on Aug 31, 2026 start from CA $153, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 13.8 mi (20-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG features an outdoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG to downtown Tampa?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG is 6.1 mi away from Tampa.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles v.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. And friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff there were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice clean hotel with a very pleasant helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast spread, comfortable beds and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a fantastic experience overall from check in to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, parking: no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Auntie Z made us feel so welcomed when we checked in assured us if we needed anything to let her know!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was okay and room clean and comfortable enough. Location was great and the staff was the best part of the stay! Everyone was so friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable. They were the absolute best!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful!!! Friendly and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk lady was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location, friendly staff & shuttle driver. Nice complimentarily breakfast buffet bar
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean rooms and centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,and accommoda
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Was not very clean, but the staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price, I was very surprised at the condition of the property. I travel fairly often and certainly wasn’t expecting the Taj Mahal, but I didn’t the bathroom door to be so beat up and the laminate peeling off of surfaces…that being said… it was clean and bed was very comfortable!! Staff was very friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excelente todo
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Geri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Older hotel that needs updating. Clean and friendly staff, comfortable bed. Breakfast was ok, skip the eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous Staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, shuttle to Busch Gardens great (Reggie did a great job).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle to Busch Gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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