Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3.5 star property

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Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our hotel atrium, featuring a spacious open area with seating, balconies, and a water feature.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and shaded pergolas.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and modern amenities.
Relax in a stylish room with a desk, TV, and kitchenette.
Relax in our stylish lobby with a seating area, abstract art, and a convenient coffee shop.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3705 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612
  • University of South Florida
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 113 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds (Wellness, In-room air purification)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing, In-room air purification)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Wellness, In-room air purification)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible, Wellness)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of South Florida
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a fitness centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. On-the-go breakfast is free. Other amenities include WiFi in public areas, self parking and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers 247 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Tampa hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of South Florida Botanical Gardens. A free manager's reception, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the location
  • 10 minutes by foot from University of South Florida and a 4-minute drive from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 16333 square feet (1517 square metres) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Tampa hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception on selected days.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens has a restaurant serving breakfast only.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16,333 square feet of conference space
  • 19 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 8 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1998
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Busch Gardens Embassy Suites
Embassy Suites Busch Gardens Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Busch Gardens
Embassy Busch Gardens Suites
Embassy Suites Tampa
Tampa Embassy Suites
Embassy Suites Busch Gardens
Embassy Suites Hilton Tampa USF Busch Gardens Hotel
Embassy Suites Hilton USF Hotel
Embassy Suites Hilton Tampa USF Busch Gardens
Embassy Suites Hilton USF
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Hotel
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1108 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Brandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
First checked in and the room was dirty. Bathtub looked like it was half cleaned because it had some dirt in it. I always inspect before I unpack my luggage and when my husband sat down on the couch, I saw a bug crawling on it. Took a video of it and went downstairs to get another room. To my surprise the second room was cleaner than the first, however, the bathtub was more dirtier than the first one. Water was leaking and it had a lot of grime and dirt in the middle of the shower. Even when I turned the shower off after trying to run the dirt down the drain, it stayed in place. Overall customer service was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erik

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful property, worst Embassy Suites I have stayed at. Between the moldy/rusty shower, the canned lights coming out of the ceiling, the A/C that sounds like a jet engine when running, the loud kids running down halls knocking on doors, the broken or missing ice makers on three different floors, the broken coffee maker and so much more, this was a truly poor experience. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place needs a fresh in up. Staff is superb, Beds, showers, paint needs to be redone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shanda

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No water for 4 hours after checking in. Was told boiler was being repaired. Said I didn’t wanted to check in with my ill mother with no working toilet. Was THEN told after front desk person stepped away and made a phone call that the water was back on and we can check in and would have no problem. A few minutes later we are of course inside a room with no water no working toilet and it stayed that way for close to 4 hours, creating anxiety and anger for my elderly mother and myself. Being lied to was unconscionable. Why must I even justify the need for a toilet. I am forever disgusted by our treatment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Social hour was a plus but the building is old.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Over priced for what was available
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The customer service was immaculate and out of this world. I was able to check in early. I definitely will staying at this hotel again in the near future. I would recommend staying here. Five stars across the board.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anisha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every body was nice love to come back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bri at the front desk so amazing. So friendly and helpful. An asset to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sierra, cutler bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber, JUPITER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, wonderful happy hour and free breakfast. Restaurant was good, room was good. Very convenient shuttle also.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marissa

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was disappointing that the executive suites were being worked on and that was what I booked and spent additional money on. The room bathroom needs some TLC and since we were facing the road and it gets pretty loud at night with the constant traffic. Staff was absolutely wonderful and the evening drinks and breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and transportation provided with hotel shuttle upon demand - very easily accessible - to Busch Gardens and waterpark, as well as nearby mall with good food options. Good choice of food for included breakfast. Dinner at hotel’s restaurant was delicious and the hotel provides happy-hour free drinks every night(2 per person). There is also a public transportation bus with stop right outside the hotel - downtown Tampa is about 20-30 minutes away by bus depending on traffic; not a crowded bus, fun to see the neighborhoods all the way to downtown. TPA Airport about 25 mins away, very convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is on the USF campus about a 20 minute walk from the student center. Very convenient for admitted students day or other university events.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like Noisy AC. Appreciated shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in staff was awesome. Room was very clean. One of the lights didn't work, but that didn't really matter for our one night stay. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lemont

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kudos!

All the staff was very helpful to me personally. I am in a wheelchair and I had difficulty getting to my handicap room from the elevator so I requested a room right across from the elevator and the accommodated me right away. And the front desk personnel who helped me tremendously was Anna and Kay. While I was enjoying the free custom made breakfast I had a husband and wife helped me with my plates and brought me coffee and made sure I had everything I need, shout out to Lorenzo and his wife who’s name fails me right now but I already left a kudos for them in another post. I highly recommend embassy suites USF in Tampa Fl!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine, Lake Worth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and the rooms are very spacious. The breakfast selection is good and the two free drinks per night at happy hour was a nice surprise. The staff is extremely professional, friendly and accommodating. This is now my hotel of choice when I am in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025