The Westin Tampa Waterside

Hotels
Westin
8.6 (637 reviews)
725 South Harbour Island Boulevard , Tampa , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Nice views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
Several mentions of unclean rooms, including hair in the shower and dusty furniture.
Service
9.9
Staff consistently praised for warm hospitality and excellent customer service.
Location
9.9
Great location, very walkable and close to popular areas.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms noted as outdated with stained carpeting and cleanliness issues.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities are decent, but the hotel could benefit from updating.
Value for Money
8.4
Location justifies the price, but cleanliness issues brought perceived value down.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Breakfast and dining options are good, though buffet was only mediocre.
Overall Experience
9
Overall experience was enjoyable despite some room quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:49

Property Description

Waterfront Location and Stunning Views
Situated overlooking the harbor and next to the Tampa Convention Center, The Westin Tampa Waterside offers breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere for guests to enjoy.

Luxurious Amenities
With an on-site restaurant, outdoor pool, and gym, guests can indulge in relaxation and wellness during their stay. Each modern room is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, coffee-making facilities, and a work desk for ultimate comfort.

Dining Experience at Blue Harbour Eatery and Bar
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at the on-site Blue Harbour Eatery and Bar, offering a mix of casual and elegant cuisine for guests to savor.

Experience luxury and comfort at The Westin Tampa Waterside - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TPA

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 50 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 637 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 9
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Kohn family_with_children pa
10
Pros:

Sugiero que diversifiquen mas los productos del desayuno. Por ejemplo, las frutas y los fiambres, pero la atención del camarero EXCELENTE.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children us
10
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Jonas couple de
8
Etwas in die Jahre gekommenes schönes Hotel in Toplage
Pros:

Die Lage ist zentral. Die Zimmer sind groß und geräumig. Ein Zimmerwechsel war ohne Probleme möglich. Das Personal war sehr freundlich.

Cons:

Parken teuer.

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Katie family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Shelly family_with_children us
7
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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KERRY couple gb
8
Pros:

The location is perfect

Cons:

The room service needs to be improved replacing coffee tea etc
Also our room wasn’t cleaned one of the days and we were staying for 8 days

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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michaelsM3934OO Couples
10
Great location in the heart of Tampa’s waterfront. Close to cruise ports and fabulous dining experiences. A+
Pros:

Great location, located in the heart of Tampa’s waterfront. Has all of the touches you expect from Westin. Pool is a good size with lots of comfortable seating. American Grill located on property is a hot spot for locals and tourists.

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor
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Chelle1734 Solo travel Marshfield, Wisconsin
6
Great location and service — rooms need updating
Pros:

Great location and service — rooms need updating

The people here were the highlight of my stay — truly fantastic with warm hospitality and excellent customer service. The staff made every interaction easy, friendly, and professional, which I really appreciated.

The hotel’s location is great — very walkable and close to everything, which was a big plus. That said, the rooms are quite outdated. The carpet was heavily stained with very noticeable wear, which made the space feel less clean overall. Housekeeping also didn’t consistently replace toiletries, and a few items were not restocked during my stay.

On arrival, it would have been nice to have assistance with bags, especially for guests with luggage or mobility needs. Based on the current condition of the rooms, I’d consider this a three-star (3★) hotel experience.

I genuinely enjoyed my time here and hope to see some improvements soon — the location and staff deserve a refresh that matches their potential. Wishing the team success as they work toward updates!

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor
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X9716HUchristinac Couples
4
Fish
Pros:

Had a bad experience with someone cooking fish in room next door and the smell was horrible. After several hours it was much better, not much staff could do to remove the smell.

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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G1894WIashleyg Family
10
Wonder Hotel
Pros:

Love this hotel! They have a beautiful view of Tampa Bay, the staff is super friendly and great food. There is also a pizza place next door that is very delicious and homemade ice cream.

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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Ian couple ca
7
2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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H3666AXrobertj Business
8
Clean, friendly, nice views.
Pros:

Check in was smooth and room was clean. No complaints about noise and the location is very convenient for going downtown and grabbing food. Views of the waterway were very nice as well.

2026-01-01 via Tripadvisor
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brookewR3487TW Family
10
Westin waterfront
Pros:

We had a wonderful time at Westin Tampa Waterside. The hotel was very pretty and the view of the channel was so nice. We really appreciate how friendly the staff was at this location. Atanas was so helpful.

2025-12-31 via Tripadvisor
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pathR9734YM Family
8
Pleasant
Pros:

Check-in was easy and check was electronic. The room was clean. The staff was friendly, especially the bartender. The lobby is tired.

2025-12-31 via Tripadvisor
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brianwS4850TL Couples Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York
10
Christmas Eve stay
Pros:

Great room with an amazing view staff was friendly and helpful. This property is close to everything and the breakfast is amazing.

2025-12-31 via Tripadvisor
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P565NPbobw Couples
10
Great Christmas experience
Pros:

Excellent location. We watched the boat parade from our room. Incredible experience. Juan was our waiter for breakfast. Very friendly and provided outstanding service. Trent at the restaurant/bar provided outstanding service.
Overall a great experience.

2025-12-30 via Tripadvisor
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TheBougieHippy Couples
6
Great location and service but subpar everything else
Pros:

Great location but the state of the hotel has drastically declined. Walkable to popular areas, so you do pay a daily fee for the location. The staff is great, but that doesn't compensate for the major renovations needed. I had to request a new room after checking in. There were clumps of hair still in my shower. The sofa chairs in both rooms were filthy. The nightstands in both rooms were dusty, and neither bathroom was cleaned properly, including the toilet seats. After being forced to check in late (4:30 pm instead of 4 ) it was frustrating to arrive at an improperly cleaned room. As a sorry, we were given daily breakfast vouchers (good for 2) and a $15 daily food/beverage credit. The vouchers only applied to the continental buffet, which was mediocre quality at best. It would've been nice to have access to the way better a la carte menu. As for the $15 credit, it doesn't cover 1 cocktail and is pointless for 2 people.

2025-12-29 via Tripadvisor
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amycain72 Family
10
Excellent valet service at westin
Pros:

Hotel right on water, adjacent to great dining options - jacksons and americam social, Valet only hotel, Nick and lucad in valet were very helpful

2025-12-28 via Tripadvisor
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tylerhA6627CI Family
10
Great stay!
Pros:

Very impressed, check in was quick, everyone was so nice. The view is fantastic! The area is great! Rooms are clean! Highly recommend.

2025-12-28 via Tripadvisor
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M4398XBannac Couples
8
Good location
Pros:

Great location. Within walking distance to restaurants, bars and the trolly.
Front Desk Staff was very helpful.
Have stayed there a few times and will stay again.

2025-12-27 via Tripadvisor