Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.8 (656 reviews)
8610 Elm Fair Boulevard , Tampa , US
+1 813-490-1000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cleanliness of lobby and rooms
Good location for events
Decent breakfast variety
Cons:
Noise from other guests
Odors in rooms
High costs for average quality
Concerns with charges

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Several reviews indicated cleanliness was good, but issues with odor and dirty bathrooms were mentioned.
Service
9.48
Most reviews were positive about staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.52
Close proximity to concert venues, which was appreciated by many guests.
Room Quality
8.47
Mixed sentiments; some felt rooms were dated or had issues, while others found them comfortable.
Amenities
9
Amenities were decent, but there were concerns about additional charges and limited offerings.
Value for Money
7.96
Guests felt that for the price paid, especially for a one-night stay, the hotel did not meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Breakfast received positive remarks, though some reviews mentioned it was just average.
Overall Experience
8.98
Overall, guests had enjoyable visits but highlighted specific improvements needed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:16

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just minutes from the Florida State Fairgrounds and the Hard Rock Casino, our Tampa hotel offers easy access off Interstate 4, making it a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of modern in-room amenities, such as microwaves and refrigerators, ensuring a comfortable stay during your visit to Tampa.

On-Site Features
Start your day right with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet or grab a quick snack from our on-site convenience store. Stay active at our modern fitness center or unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, adding an extra touch of relaxation to your stay.

Book now and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at the Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 656 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Donna • couple • us
8
Great comfortable place to stay!
Pros:

It was a good location, easy to get to. The breakfast was nice, and so were the staff.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family_with_children • us
10
Loved it. I would stay here again ❤️
Pros:

The room was very spacious and clean.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Roddy • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

We liked the breakfast

Cons:

It wasn't anything that we had a problem with.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
10
Great hotel with wonderful staff and convenient distance to the MidFlorida Fairgrounds.
Pros:

Even though they are going through a refresh, the hotel was clean and comfortable. The convenience to the MidFlorida Fairgrounds is great since it’s right across the street and walkable.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • couple • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Ashlea • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Front desk guy was friendly

Cons:

The sofa bed wasn't out. There were 3 of us staying in the room and we had to pull out the sofa bed ourselves because there was no one in housekeeping to help.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Derrick • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Tina • couple • us
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
9
Clean, comfortable stay right across from the Tampa state fair grounds
Pros:

Great location, right across the street from the venue we were attending, the staff was exceptional and the room was clean and the comfortable.

Great blackout curtains, soft bedding and supportive mattress. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion dispensers that smelled great.

Have had great experiences with holiday inn express lately, and this one’s no different

Cons:

It was a little expensive for what we got, BUT I booked a week out from our arrival and its proximity to the event probably influenced the price and demand.

Also the tv had this very limited remote control and the menu that shows up when you turn on the tv shows there are streaming services available but due to the remotes lack of controls, I couldn’t select them.

The concierge at the desk said this was part of their renovation, so hopefully this won’t be a problem for future stays, but it’s been a couple since I’ve stayed at a decent hotel without streaming options to log into.

Also there’s a couch but it was aimed at the vanity, so another tv or a way for the couch to aim at the one tv would’ve made more sense, the layout was odd. I imagine it was two rooms previously that they opened into one but still strange.

A small nitpick, maybe, but for nearly $400 a night, I start thinking about these things.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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WILLIE • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
10
Desk staff very friendly
Pros:

Walkable to Amphitheatre

Cons:

No bar on site

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Leonard • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

I loved the hotel room and breakfast!
My family enjoyed our 2 day stay!

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Durward A • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Byrd • couple • us
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Adi N. • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Cool place 😎

Cons:

A bit expensive

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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stephen • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great Staff as always

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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June • extended_group • us
9
Staff was great
Pros:

You had a lot of choices

Cons:

You could tell it was a older building

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Arnoldlita • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Away from the crowd. Breakfast was great

Cons:

The price is overly priced

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Elci05 • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Good breakfast and nice staff

Cons:

Hotel is a bit older and it shows, cleaning could be a bit better.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee