Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Member discount illustration

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Give feedback

Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

Outdoor pool
Exterior
Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

You may also like

Ad
Rooftop bar

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Downtown Tampa
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 777 reviews
The price is CA $370
CA $469 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Located in Temple Crest, a neighborhood in Tampa, Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens is near theme parks. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. Check out an event or a game at Yuengling Center, and consider making time for ZooTampa at Lowry Park, a top attraction not to be missed.
Visit our Tampa travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Motels in TampaOpens in a new window
Map
2901 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • Dragon Fire Grill
  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • Zagora Café
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

Motel near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
At Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens, you can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 171 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Days Inn West Busch Gardens
Days Inn West Hotel Busch Gardens
Travelodge Tampa/ West Busch Gardens Hotel
Travelodge Tampa/ West Busch Gardens
Days Inn West Of Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa
Tampa Near Busch Gardens Tampa
Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens Motel
Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens Tampa
Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens Motel Tampa

Frequently asked questions

Does Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens on Sept 14, 2025 start from CA $96.49, 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.

Is Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens located?

Located in Temple Crest, this motel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from University of South Florida. Adventure Island and University of South Florida Botanical Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 520 out of 1001 reviews

4.4/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rickel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was harassing one of my kids . He has the nastiest attitude
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Narci

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roach crawling in the middle of the night, outdated and old rooms, crusty and uncomfortable bed! It was just ridiculous. Dead roaches in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

douglas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a homeless shelter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darrell

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Magdalena

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place looked like they didn’t clean in days. Only the bathroom was decent. Sheets were stained and cockroaches all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The deluxe rooms are nice and bed is very comfortable! Nice and clean. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst motel i have ever been in. And i have been in ALOT of "roach motels". This by tar was the worst ive ever seen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, conveniently located and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Ludrose

😒
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Holes in walls and around fixtures. Missing fixtures. Bad area and lots of 5-0. Crack pipe burns on wooden furniture. Poor bedding. Tiny towels. Uncomfortable pillows. Roach motel forsure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sebastian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this hotel for 15minutes before checking out! Property was filthy and had an awful smell. Nothing looked clean as well as cockroaches everywhere. You don't feel safe at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arturas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty, very nasty, bad location.We dont stay in this , we see how looking everything very scary.Bad bad place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

False advertising, due to the conditions of the hotel. Room, bed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was filthy, things were broken, there were cockroaches. No one should stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jerome

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
roaches
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked that the staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was very clean and tidy. Microwave and small fridge worked well. There was no coffeemaker. The toilet was not secured properly and no bathtub stopper. Broken fire alarm. Paid $40.00 extra for the two dogs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just say NO!!!!

Never went into room. Left and won’t go back. Awful. Passed out drug addict in front of the door to the room I was scheduled to have. Go to a different place, you will thank me later.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean quiet and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

john

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located in a high crime area. The rooms are dirty. The sheets and bedspreads are old and scratchy. There was a lot of activity late into the night outside in the parking lot. I can’t believe Expedia does not check these places out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josue

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this place if you can

Place is dirty and falling apart
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jonnie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice qnd professional. However the area is not what was expected from the pictures that is showing on expedia. The room was very clustered and the closet was on the door where it was hard to get in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a comfy place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was disgusting and there were obvious drug users walking around and being loud outside multiple rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025