"Great location and rates. The hotel had been remodeled, and the room was clean. The staff was extremely accommodating. The clerk even drew me a map in the morning. Our expectations were exceeded; stay here.2020-11-16"
"The room door had to be slammed to close. No hot water.I don't recommend this hotel.2020-08-17"
"Check-in at this hotel is a pain even though we stay regularly.2023-09-29"
"Check-in was OK, but there was some confusion about a security deposit. The hotel room was freezing, and we found a baby gecko in the bathroom. I saw 2 roaches in there at night, one on the vanity counter approaching my toothbrush. It was unnerving to say the least.2022-11-10"
"Every employee was helpful, professional, and personable. I felt like I was at a family gathering. I highly recommend this hotel if you want a pleasant, easy stay.2022-10-06"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs only up to 50 pounds - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - May 2016 < Less
"There was a problem with the faucet, but it was repaired immediately. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Book it.2021-11-25"
"The hotel room was nice and clean, but there was no coffee maker. No on-site restaurant.2021-01-18"
"The front desk was often unmanned, causing me to miss a shuttle. The hotel staff was rude. Lousy breakfast and bad coffee. Don't stay here.2015-09-06"
"The hotel was run-down and dirty. The AC was noisy and made a constant pinging noise. The soundproofing was poor. The hair dryer literally caught on fire. No washcloths, either. Stay away.2021-03-27"
"Great experience. The hotel staff was amazing and kind. Stay here.2020-11-17"
"The hotel room was nice, and the employees were excellent. The elderly should ask for a room on the 2nd floor or they'll be walking uphill.2020-03-10"
"The location of the hotel was a little frightening. Breakfast was good.2022-06-15"
"We were impressed and recommend staying here. All the hotel employees were so polite, kind, thoughtful, and helpful; they even had good senses of humor. We were able to check in early. 2019-11-25"
"Great hotel near the hospital. The staff was accommodating.2018-06-24"
"The motel was dated, and the amenities were sketchy at best. I had to ask for shampoo at the front desk. No coffee in the room, and the coffee in the lobby was old. No sugar substitute available. Posted signs said masks were required. Had to request housekeeping service. Limited breakfast selection; the only hot options were hard-boiled eggs and waffles.2023-03-13"
"I had a nice, relaxing stay at this motel.2019-10-07"
"An awful experience. I had to push the door open with my shoulder, and the room smelled like urine and smoke. There was a phone line under the threshold that went outside. The motel staff was rude. We booked a 7-night stay but left after one night. Don't stay here.2019-09-24"
"We were shocked at how depressing the room was. There was no color whatsoever. The bed didn't have a skirt or comforter. The carpet had rough edges that were a tripping hazard, and the lock on the room door was upside-down. The front desk clerk didn't speak English well, making communication stressful. Find a different hotel.2023-03-22"
"Not a good hotel stay this time. The power partially went out at 6 PM and was still out when we checked out the next day. We couldn't use the TV or WiFi, and only one light worked. The emergency lights in the stairwell didn't work. No coffee or breakfast available. Good place to stay when the power is on.2022-10-06"
"Nice hotel across from Raymond James Stadium. The room was nice and fairly clean. The staff was helpful, and breakfast was good and had hot options. Good place to stay.2022-10-06"
"Good motel, but it needed maintenance.2019-01-05"
"The motel was perfectly adequate for an overnight stop. The room was fine, and check-in was easy even at midnight. If you just need an affordable place to sleep and shower, stay here.2018-02-12"
"My motel room was actually nice, but the phone and ice machine didn't work.2018-01-04"
"The room was humid, and we had to go to the front desk and ask to have our room cleaned. The day we checked out, the elevator was out of service, so we had to haul our luggage from the 3rd floor. Our stay at this hotel was disappointing.2020-09-16"
"I had a pleasant hotel stay. The shower door didn't open from the right, so it was difficult to get in once the water was turned on.2018-09-13"
"The hotel was nice and clean. A good bet.2017-05-09"
"The hotel was dated but clean, and it was convenient to Moffitt Cancer Center. Plenty of restaurants nearby. I didn't like having to pay for parking.2020-10-31"
"Good experience. Convenient to Moffitt. The hotel was dated and needed refurbishing, but the price was right and the staff was courteous.2020-08-20"
"I highly recommend this hotel. The staff was personable and checked in to make sure our needs were being met.2019-03-13"
"Our room was clean and problem-free. The hotel employees were great. Breakfast was good, but it wasn't free. Even the coffee wasn't free.2021-11-09"
"The hotel room needed updating, and the carpet needed to be replaced.2020-07-31"
"Not a 5-star hotel, but it was a pretty good value. Close to restaurants, shops, and theme parks. Because of the Covid-19 outbreak, staffing was minimal and there was no sit-down breakfast. The bench by the TV had obvious stains on it, as did the chair in the room. The bed was OK. The front desk clerks were nice, welcoming, and accommodating. A bagged breakfast was provided.2020-03-26"
"Nice hotel. The check-in clerk was pleasant and helpful.2023-11-30"
"The hotel was clean, but expect lots of traffic.2023-09-09"
"Close to Moffitt Cancer Institute. The hotel room was spacious, but both beds had terrible pillows. There was a dog barking continuously from 6 AM on.2019-11-20"
"Easy to access and close to shops. The hotel was nice and quiet, but not cleaning rooms each day is getting old.2021-11-03"
"I've stayed at this hotel twice; it's super nice, and the rooms are great. The beds are comfortable, and the rainhead showers are nice.2021-10-25"
"The bed was heavenly, and there were plenty of electrical outlets. There was a bar and bistro. I was greeted nicely by the hotel clerks. My grandson asked about the pool, and the clerk took us to see it and explained about the salt water and towels. It was a delight to stay here.2019-07-03"
"The hotel smelled like cigarettes. The suite was perfect for a good stay, and had a full kitchen. Unfortunately, it wasn't clean. The trash can was full, and there was hair on the towels. There was old food in the fridge. The staff was rude.2022-08-08"
"A broken dresser door in the room almost fell on my foot. The hotel clerk was pleasant.2019-08-15"
"The room wasn't that clean, and neither was the hotel lobby. No coffee cups in the morning; there was a sign that they'd run out.2016-03-24"
"The hotel staff was helpful. OK place to stay.2022-08-09"
"I wasn't disappointed at all. Our hotel room was clean, and the staff was great. We were able to walk to Raymond James Stadium. Don't hesitate to book here.2022-01-14"
"The hotel was attractive and clean, and the beds and pillows were comfortable. The staff was friendly.2018-10-26"
"The motel was OK. I was given a smoking room, and it was gross. But the employees were friendly, and I was able to walk to Buccaneer's stadium. You get what you pay for. 2017-01-12"
"Not the best location, so don't leave valuables in the car. Walk to Best Buy, Walmart, and restaurants. The room was poorly maintained, and the motel only had on-street parking.2016-03-10"
"Great location near a lot of stores and restaurants and the Tampa Bay Buccaneer Stadium. Economical. Clean room, but the furniture was old. The electrical outlet between the beds was loose and had exposed wires, though it worked. The toilet leaked at the base, and the bathtub didn't drain well. Nice motel staff. OK for a short stay, but I wouldn't bring my family here.2015-12-29"
"This is one of the best hotels I've stayed in; I was impressed. The room was clean, but the bed was too high and I had to turn over the trash can to boost myself up. The pillows were too soft. The staff was helpful, friendly, and professional. Go for it.2023-11-16"
"The hotel staff was friendly and helpful, and the airport shuttle was convenient.2019-04-27"
"The hotel was clean and up-to-date, and the room was impressive for the price. Great complimentary hot breakfast.2018-10-08"
"The room was a dump. The door was cracked, and there was a gap at the bottom. No housekeeping unless it's requested 24 hours in advance. Stay away from this motel.2022-10-17"
"You get what you pay for. The motel room was a little rough. The carpet needed to be replaced, and the trim around the inside of the door was visibly rotten.2022-05-24"
"The motel was older and needed some updating, but the room and bathroom were clean. The employees were helpful and nice. 2022-01-03"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
2 miles south of Tampa Airport
3 floors, 131 studio suites - elevator
Free shuttle to Tampa Airport
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Aug 2018 < Less
"I had a terrible stay at this hotel. There was no blanket or comforter on the bed, and the blanket in the closet was too small. The staff did provide a 2nd blanket the next day. The heater didn't adequately warm the room, and the WiFi kept disconnecting. No in-room coffee. The hallway doors were propped open, letting in cigarette smoke, and there were ducks wandering around the grounds leaving waste. Don't stay here.2020-02-14"
"The hotel was nice, and the check-in clerk was helpful.2019-02-12"
"Not a good value. Hotel room was OK. No housekeeping service; even the garbage cans weren't emptied. No daily newspapers available. Look for other options.2015-03-05"
"Close to the airport, and the shuttle started running at 5 AM. The hotel staff was accommodating, friendly, and willing to go the extra mile for senior citizens. The free parking was a bonus.2017-06-27"
"Nice hotel, and the front desk clerks were helpful and great. Stay here.2016-12-16"
"Easy access to the highway, restaurants, and stores. The hotel was clean, and the staff was friendly. I recommend staying here.2016-03-16"
"We had a pleasant hotel stay. We had an adjoining room and were talking normally when we got yelled out, so we quit talking and went to bed. 2019-01-28"
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
