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.
University of South Florida - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Yuengling Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Adventure Island - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 22 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 28 min drive
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 33 min drive
Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 34 min drive
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 40 min drive
Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 16 min walk
Fresh Kitchen USF
Panera Bread - 14 min walk
USF Tampa Bookstore
On Top of the Palms (MSC) - 15 min walk
About this property
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
When you stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens, you'll be just a 5-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 center and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers 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 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 available
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
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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 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 12.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite 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
WiFi is available in guestrooms 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 12.00 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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's 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
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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 to 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 40 lbs 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 12.00 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 check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite 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 (11-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 center, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens?
Yes, there's an onsite 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 10-minute walk from University of South Florida and 17 minutes' walk from H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with many guests praising the omelette station and variety of options. (106 reviews)
The airport shuttle service was convenient, accommodating, and provided by friendly drivers. (8 reviews)
The property's restaurant served delicious meals and the happy hour was pleasant. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Beautiful place
Beautiful great stay!
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Amazing birthday trip!
Amazing birthday trip!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
My review was 10/10
The staff was excellent and the Hilton Honors Vacation Brand Ambassador Mathew was excellent for another unfortunate incident l had.
Vivian
Vivian, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 3, 2025
Reunion trip
The food was good. The plumbing was terrible and the rooms were not very clean.
Valinda
Valinda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Didn’t have any silver or plastic ware in the kitchen area, that’s about it.
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
FIVE STARS
Overall enjoyed the weekend. All the staff were vety friendly and were able to assist me with anything I needed. I will definitely be returning
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 30, 2025
The stay was good.
Yolonda
Yolonda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
I like the inside atrium and nightly happy hour option.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
We love staying here every time we visit
Dustin
Dustin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Space
Room was clean and spacious
Gema
Gema, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Very nice staff.Great service!
Sarei
Sarei, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
This is an absolute amazing place to stay from the moment you walk in the door. It’s beautiful, very clean, everything in the room was operational, staff was over the top friendly which our made our stay wonderful. We will definitely recommend and we will be coming back.
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 10, 2025
No pool
Pool was out of order, not stated on website.
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 20, 2025
We’ve spent numerous trips at this location, however this will be our last. Every time we visit, something goes wrong. For $200 per night, I don’t expect bedsheets to be thrust into my arms and told to make up the sofa bed myself!
Antoinette
Antoinette, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Great stay! Staff was super nice and helpful! Hotel is clean.
Marisa
Marisa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2025
The good, the mediocre, and no ugly.
I have enjoyed staying there the last 5 times that I have stayed. The staff is great. The breakfast, as well as their happy hour are both great. My room wasn’t serviced until 4:00 one day, and wasn’t serviced at all the next day. If you want to tip, either bring change, or put it on your card, or room. Be aware that you have to make additional fee for parking on property.
Jeffery
Jeffery, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 13, 2025
Good location for USF guest.
Manuel
Manuel, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 7, 2025
Make sure the bathroom is cleaned well.
The stay overall was ok. Bathroom was not as clean as we would have wanted.
Mauricio
Mauricio, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 17, 2025
Horrible parking policy.
I was extremely displeased with the parking policy. After checking in, going to our room, I was informed that I needed to scan a code into my phone so my car wouldn’t be towed away. To fill out the form, I had to return to the parking lot to retrieve my tag number, fill out more information only to find that there is a $25 parking fee.
My advice… raise the price of the room and have ‘free’ parking.
What a pain in the butt…
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2025
Family stay with dogs
We were in town to go to Busch Gardens and the hotel was only a 5 min drive there which was really nice after a long day at the park. Hotel was nice, all the staff were so polite and helpful, and breakfast had a lot of options. The room was big enough for 4 adults, a child and 2 dogs! I would say the only complaints I had was that 2 of the 3 elevators weren’t working for a full day and we were on the top 8th floor and had to wait a long time to go up or down. So walking our 2 dogs became a long task. Other than that it was a great time.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
This hotel was very close to fantastic restaurants, shopping malls, and Bush Gardens. The breakfast was delicious my only wish is if they had a non-pork option for meat with the omelette. Overall we would come again
Janina
Janina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Clean and spacious room
Yanetsy
Yanetsy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great in all respects, Front desk staff was outstanding. Shuttle driver was superb.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Kenice deserves a raise!
Kenise was helpful at check in- she was patient & friendly.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Comfortable, close to retail stores and restaurants