Residence Inn Tampa Downtown

Hotels
Residence Inn
8.3 (332 reviews)
101 East Tyler Street , Tampa , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room noise
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
There were issues with cleanliness, such as finding a blood stain on the comforter and a bug on the sheets.
Service
9.3
The staff was friendly and accommodating, although there were some responsiveness issues.
Location
8.8
Great location near the benchmark Arena with easy highway access.
Room Quality
7.8
Some rooms were comfortable but had issues like noise and dated furnishings.
Amenities
8.3
Good amenities, but some guests mentioned a lack of proper kitchen utensils.
Value for Money
8.3
Decent value for a luxury hotel experience, though some parts could be improved.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast was generally good, but some guests commented on the need for better cutlery.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall, a pleasant stay with some areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:04

Property Description

Luxurious Suites with Fully-Equipped Kitchens
Indulge in spacious suites at Residence Inn Tampa Downtown featuring luxury bedding, well-lit work desks, and fully-equipped kitchens with microwaves and dishwashers. Some suites even boast cozy fireplaces for a touch of elegance.

Outdoor Pool and Sun-Lounger Terrace
Unwind and soak up the Florida sun by the outdoor pool at our hotel. Relax on the sun-lounger terrace while enjoying a refreshing dip in the pool, the perfect way to rejuvenate during your stay.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Located just 6 miles from Tampa International Airport, Residence Inn Tampa Downtown offers easy access to top attractions like Busch Gardens and Adventure Island. Enjoy nearby leisure activities such as bowling and hiking for a memorable stay.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Residence Inn Tampa Downtown.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TPA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 25 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 332 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Adam family_with_children us
3
Cheap Dump
Pros:

The location is great for Busch Gardens and USF

Cons:

The whole hotel was really worn and dirty.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
C
Connie family_with_children us
8
Cons:

I thought it was closer to something. But it was a good stay.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
C
CAROLINE couple br
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
D
Deborah couple ca
7
Very very nice
Pros:

Great

Cons:

Sitting area around the pool was small

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
A
Argelia family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Excelent.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
5
550jeno Business
10
Large groups are always hard to please - not this time!
Pros:

Planning a week-long, offsite training for 25+ people from all over the country is never easy. Working with Tianna LaRosa was honestly one of the best experiences I've had and I've been doing this a long time! Tianna was quick to reply, very helpful and went above and beyond to make our team feel at home in Tampa. It's one thing for a client to adore her but it's something special when you sit in a lobby and hear all of the employees speak nothing but kind words for their boss. THAT should not be taken lightly! The entire staff treated our team with respect and fun! The hotel is perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown and is walkable to tons of great restaurants and bars. We absolutely will be back and will look no further than Tianna and her team at Residence Inn! Huge thanks!!

2026-03-03 via Tripadvisor
S
sloanev820 Business
10
AMAZING Staff
Pros:

This hotel experience was amazing. Tiana LaRosa was the absolute best at helping us set up our group visit. She returned phone calls and answered every single question we had. Would highly recommend this hotel if you are staying in the Tampa area.

2026-03-03 via Tripadvisor
E
Emily solo_traveller us
5
Way too expensive for what the hotel delivers.
Pros:

The breakfast was a typical chain hotel buffet. Not great, but not horrible. The room was spacious but very worn and only moderately clean. The outdoor space pictured in the photos was almost unrecognizable due to it being so worn down but it did have plenty of seating outside. There was a basketball court which is nice for kids but also noisy.

Cons:

Very worn down and appeared only somewhat clean. My room reeked of men’s cologne when I arrived and the smell stayed even through the 4 day I was there. The bed was lumpy and the shower/bath area needed maintenances. Shower walls were cracked and the faucet was loose. The price per night was outrageous compared to the condition of the property. The staff was friendly but not at all knowledgeable - I asked where a guest might park (other than the hotels $25 per day overnight service) and she had “no idea”. The location is good but also a bit dangerous - I witnessed a fight a block away from the hotel the first afternoon I was there that resulted in a man being body slammed to the ground bleeding from the head. I had to call an ambulance. I would opt to stay there again.

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
N
napper family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
D
derekd03087 Family Windham, New Hampshire
8
Incredible staff and great location
Pros:

Staff is incredible. They are so friendly and welcoming. They definitely make you feel like a guest.

The location was great for us being close to our UTampa student and a very walkable downtown.

And 15 minute drive to airport TPA

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
L
Leliroth couple us
8
Excellent city accommodations for way too much money!
Pros:

The proximity to airport & our convention venue along the River Walk. The very spacious room and abundant breakfast that included lots of variety and most importantly fresh fruit.

Cons:

That I occasionally heard a dog barking in an adjacent room. The peeling paint on the room door & broken bedside lamp that made the light in the room very harsh was not esthetically appealing.
Didn’t appreciate seeing an unexpected misc charge on my bill that I had to call in to remove. There was no explanation for the charge and it was readily removed. Had I not opened my electronic bill right away I suspect the unexpected charge might have gone through.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
F
Frankie family_with_children us
10
Pros:

It was close to the port, Room had everything you needed if you were staying longer than a night. Easy to check in. Friendly staff

Cons:

The breakfast.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
N
NieSam Family Maine
8
Convenient location - go for a courtyard room
Pros:

We stayed here the night before a cruise because it’s located a short drive from the port. There’s a pull through near the door making it convenient to register. We were greeted warmly and recognized as frequent Marriott guests. There were multiple luggage carts available but they were extremely difficult to push over the brick sidewalk. There’s garage parking across the street for a fee.

Our room was on the seventh floor. The room was comfortable, clean, and well stocked with supplies. Curtains closed completely so no lights shone through. The AC worked well. Linens were good quality. The water pressure was strong.

The lobby and breakfast areas were also clean and accommodating. The hotel breakfast was good with someone cleaning tables frequently. They had cut fruit, whole fruit, waffles, candied bacon, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs with cheese, and additional fare like yogurt and bagels. I will say this was the most crowded breakfast room I’ve seen, with people waiting for seats to open up.

The thing keeping this from being a five rating was the noise level, surprisingly since we were on the top floor. I woke up multiple times throughout the night from sirens and revving engines. My husband and I both sat upright at one point from an extremely loud noise. We suspect it was a dumpster being dropped back to the ground. If you can, get a room on the courtyard side.

2026-02-06 via Tripadvisor
P
Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect few days in Tampa
Pros:

Excellent location within easy walking distance of river front, major sights and museums and also good for bus from/to airport, bus and streetcar links to other parts of the city. Lovely large comfortable room with everything I needed. Friendly staff. Good breakfast with choice of hot and cold food.

Cons:

It was perfect

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
S
Sherri solo_traveller us
10
Fantastic hotel!!
Pros:

Good location and staff very nice. Rooms were very clean and quiet.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
A
ARUNIMA solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
J
Jamie family_with_children us
6
Pros:

Location for the straz was good.

Cons:

The noise outside was terrible.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
G
Gisselle family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
R
ReneeBoston99 Family
4
Stay away at all costs! Money is better spent anywhere but here.
Pros:

From the small incidental one off issues (missing lampshades, housekeeping never providing do-not-disturb tags or washcloths when requested) to a filthy uncared for property (the person across the hall from us had pizza boxes left out for multiple days without staff discarding them from the hallway; my bathtub constantly leaked loudly- the shower was cold the entire stay, bathtub was filthy), to running out of food every morning for breakfast while staff ignored empty bowls (8:45am and they are out of milk, yogurt, fruit, bread, jam/jelly, spoons - daily)- this place was like staying at a cheap motel. Couldn't have been more disappointed with this place. Find any other hotel in Tampa- it will be an improvement!

2026-01-06 via Tripadvisor
F
FLORAVA 987 family_with_children pf
9
Pros:

La rapidité du check in du check out, le personnel, le petit déjeuner, les équipements, le parking gratuit

2025-12-31 via Nuitee