Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
A clean Busch Gardens hotel offering comfortable beds, free hot breakfast, and no parking or resort fees.
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Located close to Busch Gardens, this hotel provides clean, spacious accommodations with very comfortable beds and large bathrooms. Guests regularly praise the value-added perks, including a free hot breakfast, complimentary on-site parking, and no resort fees. However, some visitors complain about dated wood furniture and noticeable traffic noise filtering into certain rooms. 213116
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What travelers noticed
- Beds are consistently described as very comfortable with plenty of pillows. 612
- Bathrooms are notably large and clean, featuring strong hot water pressure and plenty of towels. 115
- Guests appreciate saving money thanks to free on-site parking and no added resort fees. 12
- The complimentary hot breakfast serves reliable staples like eggs, sausages, and redskin potatoes. 616
The catch
Who it's for
- — Busch Gardens visitors
- — Road trippers looking for free parking
- — Families wanting spacious rooms
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers sensitive to street traffic noise
- — Travelers seeking sleek modern decor
Seen on camera
24 moments · 5 videos · Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
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“watch the elevator will not go anywhere without using your key and I like that nobody can come off the street and just c…”
youtube.com5:23“all right so the decor was a little bit dated the rooms were super clean the beds were really really comfortable no prob…”
youtube.com9:08“this is a unique setup for a hotel room usually you do have a desk area but this one has a desk area with a pull out tab…”
youtube.com3:18“so we've eaten here before this is what you would consider true theme park food I mean it's not good but it's empty calo…”
youtube.com10:00“when you're in a hotel like that it feels very secure to me because somebody would have to actually come into the lobby…”
youtube.com5:59“i like the fact that there wasn't any fees as far as like parking and resort fees go that is amazing because so many pla…”
youtube.com9:35“bathroom adequate lots of towels clean smelled really clean when we came in”
youtube.com6:32“two queen beds that was awesome don't give housekeeping a hard time I threw them together”
youtube.com6:47“the wood furniture takes away from the modern look in the room”
youtube.com1:24“it's breakfast time this is something the hotel excels at you can get juices there's a selection here from the machine”
youtube.com3:46“hot water was beautiful plenty of pressure so if you guys are looking for a nice hotel right near tampa right near busch…”
youtube.com10:12“everyone we had the DK check in they were so friendly so C is actually a lot of fun we talk sports we only had a little…”
youtube.com4:25“head over here to the bathroom pretty large it's much larger than than some Hotel bathrooms”
youtube.com2:00“Located in the vibrant heart of Tampa, this hotel serves as a perfect base for anyone planning to visit major local attr…”
m.youtube.com0:15“we've covered this a few times I won't go as far as to say this is the world's most expensive Chick-fil-A but it's defin…”
youtube.com11:29“the chair in the room was actually very comfortable I did sit in that a couple of times”
youtube.com1:02“so the bathroom's quite spacious and it was very clean”
youtube.com2:31“I don't know what the age of this hotel is but these everything here is just spotless I mean it you know it looks like i…”
youtube.com1:30“so yeah you have like this little couch sitting area this couch turns into a bed obviously the decor is slightly dated i…”
youtube.com0:57“checking in was very easy and what I did notice about the hotel that on the inside it looked a little bit more modern th…”
youtube.com0:30“i like the space there's a ton of space in this room yeah this is definitely a big room”
youtube.com4:45“the bed very very comfortable indeed and as you can see enough pillows on there too no extra storage under the bed and a…”
youtube.com0:51“now these were amazing the redkin potatoes at breakfast I couldn't get enough of those eggs and sausages could also be f…”
youtube.com4:19“so the no parking fee and the no resort fee are nice because i hate getting to a hotel and then having these extra charg…”
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How to book
Score breakdown
How the 82/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
85Food
87Location
88- “We used the Sheraton suites near the Tampa airport, mainly because it was centrally located in Tampa, reasonably priced and had a separate sleeping and living area. We were 4 in the room (2 adults and 2 boys under 6 yrs) with two queen beds, and it was perfect.” 11
- “The comfortable accommodation is located in a prime location near parks. The nearby family attractions include Scorpion Steel Looping Roller Coaster just 0.9 miles from the Tampa hotel.” 2
Noise
92Room
85- “There are some fast food chains around - we tried a nice Greek one, which I would absolutely recommend if you are around. We stayed in a King Room with Microwave and Fridge, which was really huge and offered a lot of space.” 16
- “I am staying at the Embassy Suite right now. They have a shuttle that will take you anywhere within 3 miles, including BG. I didn't pick the Hampton as it didn't have that. Embassy also has a better breakfast and free reception from 6-730pm. The accommodations are spacious!” 13
Service
85Bed & Sleep
85- “the bed very very comfortable indeed and as you can see enough pillows on there too no extra storage under the bed and all of the rooms do have a phone” 60:51
Value
81- “i like the fact that there wasn't any fees as far as like parking and resort fees go that is amazing because so many places are still charging all that stuff even though there's no amenities right now” 19:35
- “so the no parking fee and the no resort fee are nice because i hate getting to a hotel and then having these extra charges i just don't like it” 14:04
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-10
Where it sits
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Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
On par with what $ usually buys
Scores level with the modest median of 82, across 404 hotels in the same bracket. In Tampa it sits 2 points below the local median of 84.
- This hotel
- 82
- Bracket median
- 82
- Index median
- 86
Based on 404 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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- 2 mentions
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 66 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “watch the elevator will not go anywhere without using your key and I like that nobody can come off the street and just come on upstairs I really like that feature” On camera155:23
- “Rooms on the street side are well insulated and quiet. Beds are very comfortable. Free parking on site.” 2
- “when you're in a hotel like that it feels very secure to me because somebody would have to actually come into the lobby get through whoever is in the lobby come up the elevator and then get into here” On camera15:59
- “The air conditioning made some sounds even when switched off.” 16
- “I love Hyatt Place Busch Gardens. They have a shuttle and when we've visited in the past a pretty decent breakfast. The rooms have been big enough that 4 of us didn't feel cramped and we haven't had any issues with outside noise.” 13
- “The rooms have been big enough that 4 of us didn't feel cramped and we haven't had any issues with outside noise.” 13
- “Not sure whether it was the air conditioning or the poor quality of the windows, but you heard the traffic quite a lot.” 16
- “so here is the reason why we stayed at the Hampton in and Suites we are right next to street car stop number four so that way we were able to go to the game and get back to our hotel safely and still be able to have fun and have a few drinks” 15
- “I just got tired of the below average coffee and choices for breakfast and have switched to HGI or other nicer Hilton's.” 9
- “so we've eaten here before this is what you would consider true theme park food I mean it's not good but it's empty calories and carbs to get you through your day” On camera1410:00
- “it's breakfast time this is something the hotel excels at you can get juices there's a selection here from the machine” On camera63:46
- “Home2 and Tru kinda sit in the middle of them if that makes sense? They're kinda newer brands, so they tend to be in nicer shape with more modernized and cleaner LOOKING rooms (old rooms are dingy, sorry), but like Hampton they only offer complimentary breakfast and a market in the way of food.” 9
- “I am staying at the Embassy Suite right now. They have a shuttle that will take you anywhere within 3 miles, including BG. I didn't pick the Hampton as it didn't have that. Embassy also has a better breakfast and free reception from 6-730pm.” 13
- “[na-delete] • 3 taon ang nakalipas We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 9
- “Hampton Inn Busch Gardens - Breakfast One reason why I love sleeping in Hampton Inn hotels is that they offer you complimentary and very reliable hot breakfast. It is not a luxury feast, but a basic and nice variety of hot dishes, oatmeal and cereal, bread, coffee and drinks and some fruit.” 16
- “Embassy also has a better breakfast and free reception from 6-730pm.” 13
- “The breakfast area was quite nice. They had some problems to refill the buffet, though. Even at a comparably small-looking breakfast area like the Hampton Inn ones, doing the whole work with one person is very challenging.” 16
- “Bathroom had full set of toiletries including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and body lotion. Breakfast area has plenty of space. Heated pool.” 2
- “If we really wanted to label it Hampton is more budget friendly, you get free breakfast and aside from the market that is your only food amenity. Typically very basic (usually outdated) rooms” 9
- “I love Hyatt Place Busch Gardens. They have a shuttle and when we've visited in the past a pretty decent breakfast.” 13
- “now these were amazing the redkin potatoes at breakfast I couldn't get enough of those eggs and sausages could also be found and everything was hot and fresh” On camera64:19
- “yeah this breakfast looks good definitely worth it you guys and it's not as dizzy as it just was a minute ago so I am going to think I'm going to have a little breakfast hang out before I go upstairs” On camera153:33
- “all right so the decor was a little bit dated the rooms were super clean the beds were really really comfortable no problems there” On camera19:08
- “this is a unique setup for a hotel room usually you do have a desk area but this one has a desk area with a pull out table which you know you could use this for a couple of different purposes” On camera143:18
- “There are some fast food chains around - we tried a nice Greek one, which I would absolutely recommend if you are around. We stayed in a King Room with Microwave and Fridge, which was really huge and offered a lot of space.” 16
- “all right so we have a closet it's got pillows and blankets for obviously the couch we've got an ironing board with an iron and some more storage so pretty decent little size closet nothing crazy there” 1
- “the wood furniture takes away from the modern look in the room” On camera61:24
- “I am staying at the Embassy Suite right now. They have a shuttle that will take you anywhere within 3 miles, including BG. I didn't pick the Hampton as it didn't have that. Embassy also has a better breakfast and free reception from 6-730pm. The accommodations are spacious!” 13
- “the chair in the room was actually very comfortable I did sit in that a couple of times” On camera61:02
- “Room had a full renovation with new everything. McDonald's, KFC, and Dunkin' are all within walking distance. Walmart is 10 minutes by car.” 2
- “The room had a nice sofa, a nice working desk and a modern TV set.” 16
- “so yeah you have like this little couch sitting area this couch turns into a bed obviously the decor is slightly dated i would say but you get a dining table” On camera10:57
- “i like the space there's a ton of space in this room yeah this is definitely a big room” On camera14:45
- “Again, we've stayed at some really good ones, and some that are not so good. We still laugh about pulling out the sleeper sofa at the Embassy in Savannah and finding a chicken wing bone.” 9
- “i like the fact that there wasn't any fees as far as like parking and resort fees go that is amazing because so many places are still charging all that stuff even though there's no amenities right now” On camera19:35
- “we've covered this a few times I won't go as far as to say this is the world's most expensive Chick-fil-A but it's definitely one of the more expensive Chick-fil-As” On camera1411:29
- “Nevertheless, due to its location and its nice pricing, I would definitely recommend it when looking for a place near the unique theme park.” 16
- “I like Home2 Suites for travel with family, but I actually think it's intended to be more a budget option than Hampton Inn. The extra space is good and they tend to be newer so sometimes the rate will be higher.” 9
- “so the no parking fee and the no resort fee are nice because i hate getting to a hotel and then having these extra charges i just don't like it” On camera14:04
- “bathroom adequate lots of towels clean smelled really clean when we came in” On camera156:32
- “head over here to the bathroom pretty large it's much larger than than some Hotel bathrooms” On camera142:00
- “A complimentary shuttle runs to Busch Gardens, while some rooms offer views of the park's roller coasters and fireworks. Coffee and tea service remains available in the lobby 24 hours a day. Best for theme park visitors, less so for anyone requiring bathroom privacy.” 2
- “so the bathroom's quite spacious and it was very clean” On camera62:31
- “From that moment on I became mostly loyal to Hilton as I felt that a lot of the staff cared more than they did at Marriott during the time I was really traveling.” 9
- “two queen beds that was awesome don't give housekeeping a hard time I threw them together” On camera156:47
- “We usually go to the park for NYE and stay at either Hyatt Place or Embassy Suites. Embassy needs updating, but they do have the managers reception with free drinks and snacks. Both have nice breakfasts.” 3
- “[na-delete] • 3 taon ang nakalipas We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 9
- “hot water was beautiful plenty of pressure so if you guys are looking for a nice hotel right near tampa right near busch gardens check out industry suites we really liked it” On camera110:12
- “Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes. We've only had one bad Hampton experience out of literally hundreds of stays - Laramie, Wyoming. It was filthy and smelled like cigarettes.” 9
- “Comments Section BucsandCanes • 5y ago Unless you're staying on Busch Blvd (don't) walking is horrible. We usually go to the park for NYE and stay at either Hyatt Place or Embassy Suites. Embassy needs updating, but they do have the managers reception with free drinks and snacks.” 3
- “o definitely feel pretty secure in this hotel it was definitely nice there was definitely people here downstairs kind of watching over everything so i like it feels good” 1
- “everyone we had the DK check in they were so friendly so C is actually a lot of fun we talk sports we only had a little while to wait for our check-in they were Lori has been so great during our stay Thank You Lori she's so sweet” On camera154:25
- “The place is not bad at all, but some minor parameters could make it a good one, e.g. improved housekeeping.” 16
- “Are these considered to be the more budget Hilton Brands? We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 9
- “I don't know what the age of this hotel is but these everything here is just spotless I mean it you know it looks like it's just been installed so they do a really good job of their housekeeping” On camera141:30
- “BucsandCanes • 5y ago Unless you're staying on Busch Blvd (don't) walking is horrible. We usually go to the park for NYE and stay at either Hyatt Place or Embassy Suites. Embassy needs updating, but they do have the managers reception with free drinks and snacks. Both have nice breakfasts.” 3
- “Seksyon ng mga Comment [na-delete] • 3 taon ang nakalipas We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 9
- “BucsandCanes • 5y ago Unless you're staying on Busch Blvd (don't) walking is horrible. We usually go to the park for NYE and stay at either Hyatt Place or Embassy Suites. Embassy needs updating, but they do have the managers reception with free drinks and snacks.” 3
- “Compared to other US places, the reception staff at check in was not too friendly (for example, they typically thank you for being a loyal Hilton Honors member).” 16
- “The comfortable accommodation is located in a prime location near parks. The nearby family attractions include Scorpion Steel Looping Roller Coaster just 0.9 miles from the Tampa hotel.” 2
- “Located in the vibrant heart of Tampa, this hotel serves as a perfect base for anyone planning to visit major local attractions, especially the famous Bush Gardens Tampa Bay.” On camera100:15
- “We used the Sheraton suites near the Tampa airport, mainly because it was centrally located in Tampa, reasonably priced and had a separate sleeping and living area. We were 4 in the room (2 adults and 2 boys under 6 yrs) with two queen beds, and it was perfect.” 11
- “the Hampton Inn is just the best location to Busch Gardens and maybe the only place which really allows you to walk to the theme park.” 16
- “We are a family of 5 so need something with a big room or suite. We used the Sheraton suites near the Tampa airport, mainly because it was centrally located in Tampa, reasonably priced and had a separate sleeping and living area.” 11
- “The view on Busch Gardens was definitely a plus, though.” 16
- “the bed very very comfortable indeed and as you can see enough pillows on there too no extra storage under the bed and all of the rooms do have a phone” On camera60:51
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
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- 13Hotel- best and closest : r/BuschGardensTampareddit.comForum thread2024-05-04Ageing9 quotes used
“I love Hyatt Place Busch Gardens. They have a shuttle and when we've visited in the past a pretty decent breakfast. The rooms have been big enough that 4 of us didn't feel cramped and we haven't had any issues with outsi…”
Read originalreddit.com - 9What are the quality of Hampton Inns like compared to ...reddit.comForum thread2024-01-05Ageing15 quotes used
“I just got tired of the below average coffee and choices for breakfast and have switched to HGI or other nicer Hilton's.”
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- 3Hotel Recommendations : r/BuschGardensTampareddit.comForum thread2021-08-28Ageing4 quotes used
“We usually go to the park for NYE and stay at either Hyatt Place or Embassy Suites. Embassy needs updating, but they do have the managers reception with free drinks and snacks. Both have nice breakfasts.”
Read originalreddit.com - 16Hampton Inn Busch Gardens Area Tampa (Review)flyctory.comReview site2019-01-13Ageing13 quotes used
“There are some fast food chains around - we tried a nice Greek one, which I would absolutely recommend if you are around. We stayed in a King Room with Microwave and Fridge, which was really huge and offered a lot of spa…”
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