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Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking

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A residential building with a black front door, a mailbox, and a window with a view of a house.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a red coffee maker, a wooden tray with tea bags, and a knife block.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a single bed, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A modern living room with a pool table, grey sofa, and a flat-screen TV.
A two-story house with a front porch, a black door, and a mailbox.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, Ritz Ybor
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Orpheum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Tampa

Ybor City stay.Your stay at this Ybor City apartment places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tampa Riverwalk and Benchmark International Arena. Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Friends of Jose Marti Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ritz Ybor - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ybor City Museum State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Orpheum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 3 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Segunda Central Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mr. B’s Restaraunt - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Salem's Gyros & Subs - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Elevenses - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking

A 3-bedroom, 2-bath Ybor City home for up to 12, with a dedicated game room, a fully fenced yard and private parking for 3 vehicles. Ybor's restaurants and nightlife are a 3-minute walk, downtown Tampa and Amalie Arena 6 minutes by car.

Emperor Castle is the entire downstairs unit of a well-kept two-unit building in Ybor City, with its own entry, exit and rear parking lot. The open-concept living and dining area flows straight into the kitchen, so the group stays together. When the evening moves indoors, the dedicated game room takes over.

BEDROOMS & BATHS (3 BR / 2 BA)
★ Bedroom 1: king bed and a bunk bed, sleeps 4, smart TV, blackout curtains
★ Bedroom 2: queen bed and a bunk bed, sleeps 4, smart TV, blackout curtains
★ Bedroom 3: three beds for the rest of the group, smart TV
2 full baths for up to 12 guests. Bathroom 1 has his-and-hers sinks and a walk-in shower; Bathroom 2 has a shower/tub combo. Clean towels and toiletries are provided.

KITCHEN & DINING
★ Fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops, modern appliances, coffee maker and complete cookware
★ Dining table seats 6, with breakfast-bar seating for overflow
★ Large sectional and a smart TV with streaming in the living area
★ A corner bakery sits steps from the front door

OUTSIDE
★ Fully fenced private backyard
★ Private rear parking lot for 3 vehicles
★ No pool at this home; the fenced yard is the outdoor space

GAME ROOM & EXTRAS
★ Full-size pool table that converts to ping pong
★ Dartboard and a PlayStation console
★ Smart TVs in every bedroom and the living area
★ In-unit washer and dryer
★ High-speed Wi-Fi with an Ethernet connection

BEST FOR
★ Friends' weekends built around Ybor's restaurants, bars and live music, all walkable
★ Gasparilla, Ybor Saturday Market and the free TECO streetcar, a walk from the door
★ Bucs and Lightning weekends: Amalie Arena is 6 minutes, Raymond James Stadium 15
★ Two families sharing: king and queen rooms each pair with a bunk for the kids

MAY NOT BE THE RIGHT FIT IF
★ You want a private pool; this home has a fenced yard and a game room instead
★ You need more than 2 baths for 12 people; plan showers in shifts
★ You are planning a party or event; the upstairs unit is a separate rental and quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am

GETTING AROUND (drive times, off-peak)
★ Ybor City restaurants and nightlife: 3 min walk
★ Cuscaden Park: 5 min walk
★ Downtown Tampa: 6 min
★ Amalie Arena: 6 min
★ Riverwalk and Channelside: 10 min
★ Armature Works: 10 min
★ Bayshore Boulevard waterfront: 12 min
★ Tampa International Airport: 15 min
★ Raymond James Stadium: 15 min
★ Busch Gardens: 18 min
★ Clearwater Beach or St. Pete Beach: 40 min
★ Honeymoon Island State Park: 50 min

BEFORE YOU BOOK
Your smart-lock code arrives 24 hours before arrival. After booking we send a short rental agreement and ID check, which takes a few minutes. Fees are listed in "Other things to note".

We manage 100+ homes across Tampa Bay and answer messages in minutes. We'd love to host you.

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
★ Setting: the entire downstairs unit of a two-unit home in Ybor City; the upstairs unit is a separate, independent rental. Quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am, and we ask you to respect the neighbors.
★ Bathrooms & beds: 2 full baths for up to 12. A king and a queen room each with a bunk bed, plus a third bedroom with three beds.
★ Pets: up to 3 welcome, $150 per pet, disclosed and approved before arrival. Service animals stay at no charge. Undisclosed pets are charged under the rental agreement.
★ Fees: the base rate covers 8 guests; $15 per person per night above 8. Early check-in or late check-out $50 each when available. Lost & found shipping $100. Cleaning beyond our standard service may be charged.
★ After booking: a signed rental agreement and ID check; the booking guest must be 25+. No parties or events, no smoking. Local guests within 50 miles, please message us first.
★ Beach gear: chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing.
Questions about any of this? Message us before you book; we reply in minutes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking Within 25 Feet

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

* Base rate covers up to 8 guests; additional guests $15/person, per night. * Late checkout without prior approval is charged at $50 per 30 minutes
* After the reservation is made, a rental agreement and credit card authorization must be signed for Emperor Rentals LLC.
* We have a "FIRM" VRBO cancellation policy. * Pet fee $150 per pet/stay. * Shipping Lost & Found: $100.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Within 25 Feet

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking to the airport?

This apartment is 7.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking to the beach?

This apartment is 8.5 mi (13-min drive) from Ben T. Davis Beach and 12.2 mi (23-min drive) from Picnic Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking to downtown Tampa?

This apartment is 1.4 mi away from Tampa.

Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 115 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Enjoyed our stay.

Enjoyed our stay. Kids enjoyed the ping pong table.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Niesha H.

Great stay!

It was great stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judson N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay the location was great .
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pranay P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

The house and hospitality were awesome, we had a great stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Haim D.

Amazing place

Amazing place Great location!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Nice house, very accommodating host, will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Garrett R.

Awesome stay

Awesome stay, responsive hosts.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

1 of the best places

1 of the best places we've stayed at in Tampa
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Great place

Great place to bring friends
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Overall, it was a good stay!

Overall, it was a good stay! Thanks Mark and Emperors for running a smooth Airbnb. Would definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Great place to stay.

Great place to stay. Pool table/ping pong table add to a great place to wind down. Very clean and response time was unbeatable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tyson J.

Great area

Definitely recommend staying here if you have a group a lot of space in the kitchen and Is in a great area what’s els could you need they have a ping pong and pool
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aariante F.

Nice place

Nice place with friendly and communicative host.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Very clean and comfortable!

Great place! Very clean and comfortable!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Truth R.

Service was great

It was so nice, clean and the service was great!!!! Can’t wait to come back!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

This place was perfect

This place was perfect and Mark was an amazing host, if I could give more than 5 stars I would. Highly recommended!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Great

Great place
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Fantastic host!!

Fantastic host!! We would absolutely stay with Mark again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Clean, fun, all amenities included!

Clean, fun, all amenities included! Plenty of parking!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Absolutely wonderful

Our stay was absolutely wonderful. Everyone was so communicative and very hospitable. The place was very clean and had everything we needed and more. I would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trinity

Definitely staying again

Mark is a great host, the house was so accommodating to everyone's needs and Mark was really easy to reach, also helping us out with anything that came up. Definitely staying again when going to Tampa!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melania o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great host!

very clean beautiful home
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Awesome

Awesome place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This is an excellent place to stay! Clean and convenient location. The hosts are so friendly and quick to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House!

We had an amazing vacation! Thank you for providing a clean safe environment for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025