• Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms

Across from Busch Gardens and placed just off Interstate 275, this Tampa, Florida hotel provides an on-site convenience store and a daily breakfast. A free transfer service to Busch Gardens Tampa and free WiFi are available. A 24-hour gym and an outdoor pool are available at the Holiday Inn Express Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens. The hotel also offers a 24-hour business center. Free parking is available at the property. The hotel offers in-room microwaves, refrigerators and coffee facilities. Tampa Holiday Inn Express-USF-Busch Gardens also provides the spacious rooms. The University of South Florida is 2.4 miles from the hotel. Guests are 2.9 miles from the Museum of Science & Industry. Yuengling Brewery is nearby along with the Yuengling Center at USF is nearby. We are close to Moffett Cancer Center and the VA hospital

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 queen beds
or
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
7.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rich
    United States of America United States of America
    super comfortable and clean; staff was very friendly and accommodating; fresh food selection at breakfast
  • Shannon
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was very friendly and accommodating, very nice hotel, close to a lot of things
  • Kim
    United States of America United States of America
    Conveniently located close to Busch Gardens With shuttle

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Convenience store on site
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests must be 21 years of age or older in order to check in without a parent or official guardian.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel

  • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Swimming pool

  • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel is 6.2 miles from the center of Tampa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.