Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 12 per day.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances, wheelchair-accessible facilities, and elevators. Accessible rooms and bathrooms are available, ensuring comfort for guests with disabilities.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Tampa's University Square, within a 5-minute drive of the University of South Florida and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. It is approximately 6.5 miles from ZooTampa at Lowry Park and 7.5 miles from Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal and operational during specific hours.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Hyatt Place Tampa Busch Gardens Hotel

Average nightly price at Hyatt Place Tampa Busch Gardens by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$158
February	$182
March	$181
April	$191
May	$154
June	$123
July	$116
August	$119
September	$110
October	$140
November	$129
December	$132

What guests think

At Hyatt Place Tampa Busch Gardens, travelers consistently praise the friendly staff, large rooms, and convenient location near Busch Gardens and USF, with a free shuttle and generally well-liked breakfast making it an easy base for park visits and appointments.

Many reviews note that the property feels dated or under renovation, with slow or unreliable elevators, small bathrooms, and noise from AC units or outside. Cleanliness is mixed, ranging from spotless rooms to complaints about odors, pests, or unclean hallways and bathrooms. Paid self-parking is common and unpopular, and the surrounding area can feel rough to some guests. Expect a convenient stay with strong service, roomy layouts, and varying upkeep.

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Facilities

Free shuttle to Busch Gardens is a highlight, but facilities show strain: paid self-parking, slow or broken elevators during renovations, and a pool that is occasionally unclean. Some guests also found the on-site bar minimal and no full restaurant.

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Joan

Dec 19, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Breakfast is great, 24 hour coffee is great, the bar is not a bar, the pool is not heated, the location is really good. Close to Busch gardens, zoo, downtown depending on traffic. You do have to pay daily for parking, but pretty normal for everywhere in Tampa. Elevators are really scary and slow. We had to open the doors ourselves a couple times. We mentioned it at the front desk & they said, oh ya, they do that some times. We also told the maids to stay out of our room, that we were good& they came in when we were gone anyway.( we have a lot a medications that we have had problems with before so we just don't like anyone in). All the staff at the front desk were very helpful from directions, discounts or any questions we had.

4

Ronnie

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is a complete disaster and under renovations. The one elevator that works is the slowest elevator on the planet. It reminded me of a motel 6 or worse.

4

Carmin

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They have their own general parking lot. They then charged $14 to park in their own parking. Everything you ask they would not do if you were not part of their loyalty program. I will not be going back.

10

Michael

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Convenient shuttle to Busch Gardens and adventure island. Decent breakfasts.

10

Jean

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was lovely. Clean and modern. Breakfast was typical for an included breakfast. The bar was not as expected, just a small counter space with limited options but good enough. There is no on site restaurant which was a surprise. They offer a small limited "menu" of coices like a wrap or warm cookies.

8

Shaunta

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pool wasn’t clean from previous evening and the pool cleaner was still in the pool. The pool area should have been cleaned prior to guest being to use it which was 8am in the morning. Our overall stay was good. I would visit again.

8

Raquel

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Suite design was nice setup. $18/day parking seemed a bit much since we weren’t utilizing their lot except for the night we were staying. Breakfast area was nice.

8

Wayne

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Elevators are old and slow. Too few luggage carts available.

8

Ardith

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean rooms - good options for breakfast- the shuttle to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island saved our family about $150 in parking fees

8

Mark

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great, very helpful and friendly people. Shuttle to Busch Gardens was great to have.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms clean, while others reported dirty bathrooms or hallways, unpleasant odors, and occasional pests like ants or roaches. Housekeeping responsiveness varied.

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Afsheen

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The shower curtain , toilet were dirty. The iron stand was broken , the sink was clogged and the microwave was dirty. I expected more cleanliness during my stay at Hyatt.

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Lauren

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay. Room was spotless, parking available, breast was excellent. Thank you.

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Judy

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside of the blg looks nothing like the pic. It’s very worn down and dated. Also directly next to train tracks (never heard a train so don’t know if an active track or not). Area doesn’t look great and I wasn’t even comfortable leaving my vehicle in the parking lot. My room was non refundable so couldn’t cancel, but I definitely would have if I had seen area and blg in person first. Room wasn’t very clean. Sticky stuff on bathroom floor and crumbs on the carpet. Fixtures were updated, but the walls, hallways, building itself is very old and worn. Staff was nice and breakfast was great. I definitely think the outside picture is very misleading. It makes it look much nicer than it is. I will not stay at this hotel or in this area again

10

Elsa

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean and comfortable.

4

Zaire

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Dude staff. The hotel room and hallways were filthy. The bed was very uncomfortable. There was a huge spider in my room. I stayed in the 6th floor. The elevators very very slow and didn't work properly. Terrible experience.

4

debbie

Apr 15, 2025

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Hotel is dated. I saw roaches in the hallway. Try not to stay on 1st floor it is NOISY!!! VERY NOISY! WILL NOT ever stay again. Breakfast buffet was ok. Staff were very friendly.

6

Stephanie

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in was good and quick. Unfortunately at 1:30 am a car alarm started going off. It continued to go off almost every hour, along with going off for 2 hours from 4:30-6:30. There were ants on the floor between the beds, we didn’t have food in the room, so not sure where they came from.

10

Monique

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was big, staff were so nice and the entire place was clean.

6

Brian

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was conveniently located and the staff were friendly. The room smelled like cigarette smoke and there were some areas that were not clean.

4

Nadezda

Jan 16, 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

The bathroom was not well-maintained, with the toilet being particularly unclean.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious with sofas and useful extras, and some offer Busch Gardens views, but bathrooms are small and the decor feels dated; guests also reported noisy AC, weak water pressure, and occasional maintenance or Wi-Fi issues.

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gary

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was very comfortable and clean. Location was close to Busch Gardens with a shuttle bus from hotel.

6

Billi

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall it was pretty good. The Bathroom is really small where the toilet and bath are. The water pressure sucked to take a shower, didn’t matter the time of day you took a shower. The toilet in our room just randomly wouldn’t flush at times.

6

Tammy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room seemed clean. Air conditioner was extremely loud. Bathroom was so small, you had to step to side of toilet in order to close the door. Mattress had low spots and pillows were terrible. Breakfast was good.

10

Elton

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was good.

6

Edward

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Looked nice on the outside. Underneath all the "Lipstick" was a Pig of a run down old building. Thin walls, doors that dont open or close, filthy carpets, phones that do not work in rooms. We had 2 adjoining rooms as we brought the kids. The adjoining door would not open. We were moved from initial rooms because the front desk woman didn't know what adjoin rooms meant AND she used profanity while my whole family was standing at the desk and laughed about it. How unprofessional. The phone in my room was unfixable and was told I wouldnt have a phone for my stay of 4 days. Bottom line is" Rooms are NOT worth what your paying. There were good things as well. Breakfast was fantastic with lots of options and very clean. The staff was generally quite helpful and nice(minus profanity girl). The free hotel transit to Busch Gardens was great and will save you from paying $35 parking fee at the park. I probably wouldn't stay here again because they just don't stand out or above any other like priced hotel. The proximity to BG was great though. Their biggest downfall is the broken rooms. It was too much to overlook.

8

Charlotte

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was good for a free meal, staff were friendly and parking was easy. The rooms are spacious and clean. Only downside is the area is noisy, I was woken multiple times in the night by a sound of banging metal and noisy cars, my mother in law said a local stopped them in the car park on the way back from tea and warned them.to not be walking about outside in the evening as the area is not safe. The hotel is ideal for Busch Gardens.

4

Kim

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location to Busch Gardens...but would not stay again...elevator broke 2 times and we had to walk up 6 flights of stairs...outdated rooms...bed had a hole..horrible wifi...and the cable hardly worked. Staff was just just like..."oh well". Have to say this was one of the worst hotel experiences.

6

Suzanne

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are very outdated. The beds were not very comfortable. The breakfast was very good and the staff was friendly. They really should refresh the rooms and have more comfy bedding.

10

Sharon

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was super friendly and helpful, the place was clean and close to parks. Loved our stay there. The only complaint I had was regarding the lack of a curtain or something thicker to cover the windows - the window only had a thin shade over it, so when the sun came up at 6something, the room was lit up bright, which woke us all up and we couldn't get back to sleep. Book a room that is not facing the east if you like to sleep past sunrise.

8

Kathleen

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dated bathrooms in rooms.

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Service

Service is a strong point, with frequent mentions of friendly, accommodating front-desk staff and helpful shuttle drivers; a few guests experienced slow or unhelpful responses or billing issues.

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Jesus

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome, friendly front desk personnel. I called prior to getting here with a question and got the help i needed. Thanks Bree for what you do...

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Taisha

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Brejianna was professional, kind, and courteous. I truly appreciate her energy, professionalism, southern hospitality and for exuding knowledge and confidence in her workplace's policies and procedures as well as promoting of rewards program that benefits me the customer. After disembarking from our cruise, we arrived at the hotel before 9am. When I was unsure if we could check in that early, but hoping I could, she immediately offered to store our bags as well as signed me up for a rewards program to which it allowed us to check-in early. Considering our check-in was at 3pm, I was elated! She pointed me to the free breakfast that was still being served and was just a great help with my questions. I am grateful to her as I have NEVER experienced early check-in ever so to Bree, as she referred to herself, THANK YOU!!!!! YOU DESERVE A PROMOTION! Also, the room is nice. Very spacious. Breakfast was delicious as well. Dinner at Yuengling Drafthaus was delicious.

10

Francoise

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was extremely helpful and kind, particularly Michael, at the front desk, and the personnel serving breakfast.

10

Aida

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk clerk was extremely friendly, courteous and welcoming. Even in the evening there was fresh hot coffee,fresh cookies and refreshment.

10

Katherine

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a medical emergency in our family. The staff were extremely accommodating giving us the flexibility to stay longer with no inconvenience to us at all.

10

Michelle

Mar 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was extremely kind and helpful. My son has special needs, and in addition to being extremely kind to him, they helped me keep an eye on him while I was checking in and out and purchasing soda. I was very, very impressed with the customer service!

4

Fiona

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We recently stayed at Hyatt Place Tampa Busch Gardens to celebrate a birthday weekend, unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Our trip began with a series of flight delays—three in total. Each time, I called the hotel to keep them updated. We were reassured by the front desk (specifically someone named Greg) that our late arrival wouldn't be an issue and that our reservation would be notated accordingly. Despite our proactive communication, we were still charged for the first night, even though we clearly communicated that we wouldn’t arrive until the next day. Upon arrival, the front desk staff claimed that the charge was necessary to "hold the room" and that we should have called if we wanted to modify the reservation—but we did call, multiple times. The lack of consideration and unwillingness to accommodate a guest under these circumstances was both frustrating and disappointing. To make matters worse, the stay itself did not live up to any expectation of what you’d expect from a Hyatt-branded property—let alone one carrying the Busch Gardens name. The breakfast was bland and unappetizing, with little flavor or variety. The elevators and hallways had a noticeable odor, and the carpets throughout the halls and in our room were stained and in need of a deep cleaning.While the proximity to Busch Gardens is a plus, that is the only thing this hotel has going for it. We would not recommend this location and definitely will not stay here again. Not a great stay.

10

Paul

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Shuttle to Busch Gardens was convenient. Bree at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. Room was spacious! The hotel needs a little work. Bed and pillows were uncomfortable.

10

Joseph

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quiet hotel. The staff was great. There was an issue at check-in that was my fault and they helped me correct it. Room was clean. Shower was clean. I recommend.

10

Amanda

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was outstanding. So nice and accommodating, super helpful about the area. It was not in the greatest area HOWEVER, it was so stinking close to Busch Gardens and everything you wanted so close by you can't argue. It's also tucked away, and that was nice.

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Location

Very convenient for Busch Gardens, USF, Moffitt, and nearby dining, with a shuttle easing park access. Several guests felt the surrounding area looked rough or unsafe, and some outside noise was noted.

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Chad

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice property, the rooms were clean. The hallways and elevators were a little dirty. The hotel is set back from the main road, but located conveniently for USF and Busch Gardens.

4

Judy

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside of the blg looks nothing like the pic. It’s very worn down and dated. Also directly next to train tracks (never heard a train so don’t know if an active track or not). Area doesn’t look great and I wasn’t even comfortable leaving my vehicle in the parking lot. My room was non refundable so couldn’t cancel, but I definitely would have if I had seen area and blg in person first. Room wasn’t very clean. Sticky stuff on bathroom floor and crumbs on the carpet. Fixtures were updated, but the walls, hallways, building itself is very old and worn. Staff was nice and breakfast was great. I definitely think the outside picture is very misleading. It makes it look much nicer than it is. I will not stay at this hotel or in this area again

10

Carl

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Area of town wasn’t great- felt a little unsafe. Great location for Busch Gardens and USF. Staff awesome. Free shuttle to park. Clean rooms.

10

Bryant

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location with proximity to major attractions.

8

John P.

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to the James Haley VA Hospital. Restaurants and all other co veniences closeby. Tucked away in a quiet corner off the main drag.

8

Spencer

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Hotel serves a purpose and it you want a good hotel near to USF or Busch Gardens then this is a very good choice. Loads of parking and decent seized rooms but the whole place is in desperate need of a makeover. Staff were all very helpful.

10

Mark

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect location when attending Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Minutes from the park and can see the fireworks show from the hotel. This is our go to hotel when in Tampa!

10

Angelica

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location!

8

CURT

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was visiting a friend at the cancer hospital that was near. The room was nice, clean and quiet. I’d recommend this hotel to someone in the same situation. Priced right, convenient and quiet.

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Charlotte

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was good for a free meal, staff were friendly and parking was easy. The rooms are spacious and clean. Only downside is the area is noisy, I was woken multiple times in the night by a sound of banging metal and noisy cars, my mother in law said a local stopped them in the car park on the way back from tea and warned them.to not be walking about outside in the evening as the area is not safe. The hotel is ideal for Busch Gardens.

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Dining

Breakfast is generally good with hot options and waffles, though variety and availability fluctuate and a few stays had no hot items. There is no full restaurant, and the bar is limited.

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Joan

Dec 19, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Breakfast is great, 24 hour coffee is great, the bar is not a bar, the pool is not heated, the location is really good. Close to Busch gardens, zoo, downtown depending on traffic. You do have to pay daily for parking, but pretty normal for everywhere in Tampa. Elevators are really scary and slow. We had to open the doors ourselves a couple times. We mentioned it at the front desk & they said, oh ya, they do that some times. We also told the maids to stay out of our room, that we were good& they came in when we were gone anyway.( we have a lot a medications that we have had problems with before so we just don't like anyone in). All the staff at the front desk were very helpful from directions, discounts or any questions we had.

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Lauren

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay. Room was spotless, parking available, breast was excellent. Thank you.

10

Anine

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast with waffle station.

8

Nicole

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed one night. The hotel is conveniently located across the highway from The University of Southern Florida. It is close to several restaurants and shops. They offer discount tickets and shuttle service to Bush Gardens. The rooms are clean, recent upgrades and plenty of space. The employees are friendly, kind and happy. The included breakfast was perfect!

8

james

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely hated the QR code registration just to park, when I was arriving after a long trip. Breakfast was close to inedible !!

10

Jean

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was lovely. Clean and modern. Breakfast was typical for an included breakfast. The bar was not as expected, just a small counter space with limited options but good enough. There is no on site restaurant which was a surprise. They offer a small limited "menu" of coices like a wrap or warm cookies.

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Fiona

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We recently stayed at Hyatt Place Tampa Busch Gardens to celebrate a birthday weekend, unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Our trip began with a series of flight delays—three in total. Each time, I called the hotel to keep them updated. We were reassured by the front desk (specifically someone named Greg) that our late arrival wouldn't be an issue and that our reservation would be notated accordingly. Despite our proactive communication, we were still charged for the first night, even though we clearly communicated that we wouldn’t arrive until the next day. Upon arrival, the front desk staff claimed that the charge was necessary to "hold the room" and that we should have called if we wanted to modify the reservation—but we did call, multiple times. The lack of consideration and unwillingness to accommodate a guest under these circumstances was both frustrating and disappointing. To make matters worse, the stay itself did not live up to any expectation of what you’d expect from a Hyatt-branded property—let alone one carrying the Busch Gardens name. The breakfast was bland and unappetizing, with little flavor or variety. The elevators and hallways had a noticeable odor, and the carpets throughout the halls and in our room were stained and in need of a deep cleaning.While the proximity to Busch Gardens is a plus, that is the only thing this hotel has going for it. We would not recommend this location and definitely will not stay here again. Not a great stay.

6

Sheila

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No hot breakfast the day we stayed. They previously had scrambled eggs and meat.

10

Maria

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super easy check in and check out. Room was clean and well prepared. Breakfast was good and had a variety.

10

Uladzimir

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a very good experience staying for vacation, the views of Busch Gardens from the room were excellent and the food served in the mornings was delicious.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $108	2 $105	3 $105	4 $105	5 $115	6 $195	7 $255
8 $108	9 $105	10 $104	11 $105	12 $126	13 $214	14 $200
15 $121	16 $105	17 $105	18 $105	19 $110	20 $128	21 $177
22 $121	23 $105	24 $105	25 $105	26 $105	27 $108	28 $112
29 $110	30 $105

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