Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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Embassy Suites Hotels
7.8 (790 reviews)
3705 Spectrum Boulevard , Tampa , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Great amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Maintenance delays

Categories

Cleanliness
7.18
Some guests mentioned issues with cleanliness, specifically related to carpet odor.
Service
8.15
The staff were described as friendly and helpful, which contributed positively.
Location
8.19
The hotel is conveniently located near Busch Gardens and USF.
Room Quality
7.44
Rooms were comfortable but had minor issues such as the carpet and broken outlets.
Amenities
8.17
The breakfast options, including the omelet station, were well received.
Value for Money
7.43
General sentiment about value supports a rating reflective of the mixed experiences.
Food and Beverage
7.68
Breakfast received positive reviews, but there were minor issues with variety.
Overall Experience
8.15
Generally a positive experience with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:12

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in Tampa, Florida, Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers a free shuttle service to the popular Busch Gardens, just 3 km away. Perfect for both leisure and business travelers, the hotel is located within the University of Florida area, providing easy access to nearby attractions.

Comfortable Suites
The hotel boasts well-equipped suites featuring amenities such as cable TV, coffee-making facilities, a refrigerator, and a microwave. With the added convenience of a sofa bed in each suite, guests can relax and unwind in a cozy environment.

Amenities Galore
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens provides free Wi-Fi in public areas, a fitness centre, games room, business centre, and laundry facilities. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, soak in the hot tub, and start their day right with a complimentary hot breakfast.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Tampa? Book your stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens 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: 11:00 AM
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 extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 12 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 790 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.18
Service: 8.15
Location: 8.19
Room Quality: 7.44
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 7.43
Food and Beverage: 7.68
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Martha • couple • us
10
Felices Vacaiones de año nuevo y Navidad HORRIBLE PARQUEO
Pros:

Excelente la recepción a mi llegada , las horas felices muy buenas y son muy buenas la bebida la comida y los alimentos para picar el desayuno bueno la limpieza excelente .VOLVERE !!!

Cons:

El parqueo es estresante deben darlo gratis para todos los huésped hay personas que se dedican para ver si lo pagarés por un código QR fue horrible en ese sentido PARQUEO FATAL Y HORRIBLE

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • us
5
Pros:

Nice staff! They were all supper nice!

Cons:

Our key to our door didn’t work the second day the mantaince guy fixed it and still barely worked we luckily got into our room. Housekeeping tried to get into our door at 830am day of check out

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Justice • family_with_children • us
3
Pros:

The location was great to get to Busch gardens

Cons:

Used soap left in room when we checked in. Only 2 towels for 6 guest. I asked for accommodation and they were not prepared. The water pressure was absolutely terrible barely trickling out. Would not recommend.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • couple • us
9
Would stay again without question.
Pros:

Convenient to all we needed near Tampa. Service and food were great, especially the nightly reception.

Cons:

Toilet seat was loose.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Ingris • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Esteban Ricardo • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

staff and old bilding

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Dolly • couple • us
10
Pros:

Clean, spacious room, excellent breakfast. Staff was absolutely friendly!

Cons:

The outlet between the beds in my room didn't work. I couldn't charge my phone at all. Every outlet I tried would connect and disconnect.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Beth • solo_traveller • us
3
AC didn’t work and phone didn’t work to contact front desk or housekeeping.
Pros:

Location for my daughter at USF

Cons:

Air conditioning didn’t work

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Jose Miguel • extended_group • us
3
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Puro nombre el hotel
No funcionaba el televisor.
Habia araña
El baño tenia los socalos rotos
La Tina tenia oxido
El personal tecnico arreglo el televisor a las 10 de la noche una noche antes de retirarme

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • us
1
You should be embarrassed
Pros:

Didn't get my complimentary drinks, arrived to the room to a old hotel that needs to be redone the toilet was clogged I called I stayed up to 11:30 at night never received any could not use the toilet phone didn't work microwave didn't work nobody ever came I called the front desk he did not answer 10 times until I called and went through sales and told them that directly direct me directly to the front desk that I was in the room and I could not use the bathroom

Cons:

I used to stay at Hilton in my twenties I wanted to surprise my son for 16th birthday at a high-end hotel it was a major disappointment I am calling corporate whoever I need to talk to but that was such a disgrace and embarrassment the room toilet clogged nobody came I called the front desk they did not answer I waited till 11:30 at night did not get any sleep finally just went to bed with no toilet microwave did not work could not warm up my food nothing was working giant hole in the sofa sofa bed difficult to open and operate it was a horrible disgrace of the Hilton experience for my son's first time

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Howard • family_with_children • us
8
Parking fee was new and no hot water was big problem.
Cons:

The hotel was evidently overbooked according to the staff and because of that we had no hot water for showers. Evidently the general manager is aware of this according to the staff but refuses to acknowledge it.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Eyal • family_with_children • gb
1
The most disappointing out of eight hotels we stayed in.
Pros:

Location was ok

Cons:

Pool was freezing (22 degrees Celsius)
Breakfast was chaotic (no cutlery or plates, no food)
Cleaning service took all our towels and didn’t replace them, I then had to beg for towels and was given three towels for five people.
Customer service is very poor, not refunding us.
Also super disappointed with the service from Booking.com.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • us
10
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Nicole • family_with_children • us
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Nakisha • couple • us
10
A quick nice getaway!
Pros:

It was clean, beautiful scenery and great breakfast

Cons:

Everything was great!

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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jacqueline • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

Downstairs in the main lobby, it was so cold you needed your coat or blanket. It seems like they did not want you to sit down and enjoy a drink or a meal. It was very uncomfortable.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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ruiz lopez • couple • us
9
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • extended_group • us
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee