Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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

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Close to Yuengling Center, Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers a warm welcome with free to-go breakfast and a manager's reception. Explore the nearby H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, shop on site or take a dip in the outdoor pool; previous guests rave about the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • 19 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Corner/local shop

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 113 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(3 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)

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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)

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 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
(12 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible, Wellness)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

Mobility Access King Boardroom Suite with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Two-Room King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

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3705 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

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
  • James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Adventure Island - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 32 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 34 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 38 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 44 min drive
  • Tampa Union Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens puts you a short five-minute drive from University of South Florida and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A fitness centre and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 247 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
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Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 13 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Free reception
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (16333 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1998
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 13 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
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.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 13 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (12-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens and nearby?

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens like?

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens is a short 13-minute walk from University of South Florida and 20 minutes' walk from H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, fresh, and amazing with many guests praising the omelette station. (138 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, accommodating, and had friendly drivers. (9 reviews)
  • The gym was nice and had the usual equipment. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel me and my family will return.
BRANDY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff very friendly will stay there again
terrence, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was very good! Nice distance from Busch Gardens!
Jamesha, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room and breakfast were excellent!
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room, staff, amenities, and environment were all wonderful.
Gail, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is my "go-to" when I'm in Tampa!!
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff. The lounge and breakfast was great!
Phyllis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great in every way
Ronnie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Will stay here again
Jorge, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Awesome room, great breakfast and even had a manager's happy hour!
Bernie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean nice
Carla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great!
Christiana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay all great Breakfast was the best !
Josh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property! Getting older, could use bathroom work. But as with most embassy suites great people continues to have a great program for the past 40 years and can be depended on.
George, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay
Eridanis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, very clean! Wonderful breakfast as well.
Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about Embassy Suites on Spectrum Drive is tops! The rooms are very clean, the staff is excellent and the breakfast is amazing. We NEVER stay anywhere else in Tampa.
Ellen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Courteous staff at check in, and an amazingly comfortable bed in a nice room.
Fitzgerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Place was very clean
Donald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, staff, great breakfast!
Lenka, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice suite and great service.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were great, breakfast was yummy, transport was fun. Best spot to stay for Busch Gardens vacation.
Matthew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. Would highly recommend.
William, 3-night trip