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Our top choices for University hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

1. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens
3.0 star property
2.6 km from University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,501 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay thank you"
United States
Deborah
The price is ￥17,381
￥19,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hyatt Place Busch Gardens
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

2. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG
3.0 star property
2.9 km from University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"Staff were great, location so convenient for USF, we enjoy staying here and will return!"
United States
Sally
The price is ￥15,959
￥18,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a staircase connecting the floors.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
3.5 star property
2.8 km from University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,576 reviews)
"Amazing staff and nice big and comfortable rooms."
United States
Gabriela
The price is ￥20,601
￥23,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
3.0 star property
3 km from University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"One of the best hotels to stay in"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥20,684
￥23,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee bar sign, and a seating area.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
2.5 star property
4.7 km from University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and staff were so sweet."
United States
Chika
The price is ￥16,591
￥18,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a seating area with a giraffe statue.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
2.5 star property
4.8 km from University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,260 reviews)
"Very clean, staff very nice and breakfast included was very good"
United States
Miriela
The price is ￥16,654
￥18,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
A modern restaurant with round tables, bar stools, and a bar area.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms
3.0 star property
New Tampa, 8.4 km from University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast excellent."
United States
Danet
The price is ￥15,311
￥17,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North
2.5 star property
New Tampa, 7.1 km from University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"well mainained property and staff were extremely helpful."
United States
LYDIA
The price is ￥18,724
￥21,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North
A MainStay Suites hotel entrance with a sign, palm trees, and a road leading to the building.

9. MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF

MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF
2.5 star property
Temple Terrace, 6.5 km from University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (914 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Barris
The price is ￥14,556
￥16,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF
A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL
2.5 star property
Town 'n' Country, 11.6 km from University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,551 reviews)
"Clean, great breakfast, friendly staff, nice pool and gym"
United States
LESLIE
The price is ￥16,923
￥19,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a central coffee station, and a large painting on the wall.

11. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
3.0 star property
4.5 km from University
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3,092 reviews)
"Great hotel and a great location will return for another visit."
United States
Emanuel
The price is ￥12,625
￥14,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
A conference room with a wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

12. Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin

Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin
2.5 star property
11.5 km from University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,413 reviews)
"Everything was perfect,the room,the hotel,the people"
United States
Valeria
The price is ￥11,375
￥12,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin
An aerial view of a hotel with a heart-shaped pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a landscaped garden.

13. OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
3.0 star property
3.5 km from University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,223 reviews)
"Our stay was really good at oasis"
Canada
BASIL GEORGE
The price is ￥15,501
￥17,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
A reception area with a counter, a wooden bench, and a seating area with chairs.

14. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
2.0 star property
Town 'n' Country, 12.1 km from University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,490 reviews)
"I love this hotel nice staff"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥11,282
￥12,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Tampa - Airport
A spacious hotel dining area with multiple seating options, a kitchen area, and a large window providing natural light.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG
3.5 star property
New Tampa, 9.4 km from University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"BREAKFAST WAS GREAT; STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND COOPERATIVE"
United States
James
The price is ￥15,848
￥17,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, black wicker chairs, and a modern building facade.

16. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area
3.0 star property
11.3 km from University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (806 reviews)
"Great place to stay for convenience"
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥22,595
￥25,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

17. Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore

Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore
3.0 star property
Westshore, 15.6 km from University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,511 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Belvin
The price is ￥21,189
￥24,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore
A lobby with red upholstered chairs, a stone fountain, and framed artwork on the walls.

18. Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North

Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North
2.5 star property
Town 'n' Country, 10.9 km from University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and comfortable beds."
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥16,625
￥18,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North
A spacious hotel lobby with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the street.

19. Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)

Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)
2.5 star property
Town 'n' Country, 11.4 km from University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel was decent and clean. However, our hotel room smelled of Cigarette smoke."
United States
Kimberley
The price is ￥13,968
￥15,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and artwork on the walls.

20. Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF

Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF
2.5 star property
Temple Terrace, 7.7 km from University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,072 reviews)
"Had a great breakfast and staff was super sweet:)"
United States
Leann
The price is ￥14,235
￥16,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF
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Compare popular hotels in University

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a seating area with a giraffe statue.
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,260 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
967 reviews
View
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.
Hyatt Place Busch Gardens
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,501 reviews
View
A spacious hotel dining area with multiple seating options, a kitchen area, and a large window providing natural light.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
View
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,005 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in University

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There's a staircase leading to another level.

Cozy Townhome| Moffitt| Pool| Gym| Fast WiFi| 2B2B

Cozy Townhome| Moffitt| Pool| Gym| Fast WiFi| 2B2B
University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
The price is ￥17,127
￥42,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Cozy Townhome| Moffitt| Pool| Gym| Fast WiFi| 2B2B

Where to stay in University

Find the best University areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with tall buildings, palm trees, and a fountain.

Downtown Tampa

Explore top attractions like the Florida Aquarium, Glazer Children's Museum, and Tampa Riverwalk, or indulge in the vibrant nightlife and dining scene in the River Arts District. Easily navigate the area with TECO Streetcar and HART public transportation.

A street lined with palm trees, vintage buildings, and parked cars.

Ybor City

Designated as a National Historic Landmark District, this Tampa neighborhood boasts the Ybor City Museum State Park and a variety of attractions like the Cigar Museum. Enjoy Florida's oldest restaurant, Columbia, and vibrant nightlife along 7th Avenue, easily accessible via TECO Line Streetcar.

A large, two-story house with a porch, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Hyde Park

Historic homes and fine dining abound next to Downtown Tampa. Here it’s easy to develop a taste for the finer things in life.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings and palm trees in the foreground.

Town 'n' Country

If you're spending some time in Town 'n' Country, Tampa Bay and Rocky Point Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

A calm lake with dense trees on both sides, a clear sky, and a distant house.

Temple Terrace

Rolling landscape, majestic trees, and Hillsborough River views define this Tree City USA, with attractions like Eureka Springs Park and Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club. The area is undergoing redevelopment for a pedestrian-oriented downtown.

Top University Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port

Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port

8/10 Good
"The room was clean. The breakfast was OK. The girl that was taken care of. The breakfast was not a friend list more worried about taking a break but overall not bad."
Viki 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Tampa's University neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for University travel tips? Be sure to check out Brass Mug and TK Lounge while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the University area?
Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodations in University to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tampa area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in University.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to University?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to University, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in University?
Brass Mug, TK Lounge, and Grand Prix Tampa are just a few attractions to check out in University. Skipper's Smokehouse and The Grand are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around University include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, University Mall, and University of South Florida Botanical Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Tampa, University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum and Marshall Student Center are also worth a stop.

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