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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, (1,502 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
United States
Shawn T.
The price is ￥17,256
￥19,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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, (950 reviews)
"Good, basic hotel. Clean and safe. Lots of food options nearby."
United States
Chrystal
The price is ￥15,906
￥18,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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, (1,560 reviews)
"Amazing stay, friendly staff, everything was great"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥20,534
￥23,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was great and amenities were awesome! Will stay again!"
United States
CHRISTOPHER
The price is ￥20,430
￥23,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥16,536
￥18,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
A modern restaurant with round tables, bar stools, and a bar area.

6. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast excellent."
United States
Danet
The price is ￥15,261
￥17,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms
A Hampton Inn & Suites with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front area.

7. 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, (1,262 reviews)
"Quiet, good breakfast, great view of Busch Gardens."
Canada
darin
The price is ￥16,198
￥18,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Solid place to stay."
United States
Lucille
The price is ￥18,607
￥21,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North
A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

9. 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, (1,531 reviews)
"Clean room and location is close to airport."
United States
Chandara
The price is ￥15,867
￥18,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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.

10. 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, (3,074 reviews)
"Great hotel and a great location will return for another visit."
United States
Emanuel
The price is ￥12,534
￥14,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
A MainStay Suites hotel entrance with a sign, palm trees, and a road leading to the building.

11. 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, (906 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Barris
The price is ￥14,617
￥16,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
MainStay Suites Tampa Moffitt-USF
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

12. 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, (1,500 reviews)
"The hotel very clean and quiet"
United States
David
The price is ￥20,001
￥22,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, black wicker chairs, and a modern building facade.

13. 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, (799 reviews)
"Great place to stay for convenience"
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥22,521
￥25,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area
An aerial view of a hotel with a heart-shaped pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a landscaped garden.

14. 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, (3,183 reviews)
"Room was comfy and we liked the pool and free breakfast."
United States
Tracy
The price is ￥18,741
￥21,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
A swimming pool with a clear edge, surrounded by a paved deck and a building with multiple windows.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Anderson Rd/Veteran by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Anderson Rd/Veteran by IHG
2.5 star property
Town 'n' Country, 11 km from University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"great location"
United States
Jonathan B
The price is ￥17,954
￥20,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Anderson Rd/Veteran by IHG
A conference room with a wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

16. 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, (1,404 reviews)
"All good always a good stay"
United States
Alissa
The price is ￥12,046
￥13,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin
A lobby with red upholstered chairs, a stone fountain, and framed artwork on the walls.

17. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Cleaner than the 4-5 star vacation hotels in Orlando and the area."
United States
alexander
The price is ￥16,073
￥18,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Central

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Central
3.0 star property
8.7 km from University
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,109 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥17,796
￥20,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Central
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and artwork on the walls.

19. 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, (1,048 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Kyle
The price is ￥12,039
￥13,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF
A spacious hotel lobby with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the street.

20. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean room, easy access perking and good breakfast options"
United States
Gerard
The price is ￥15,930
￥18,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hampton Inn Tampa-Veterans Expwy (Airport North)
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Compare popular hotels in University

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 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
950 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A modern restaurant with round tables, bar stools, and a bar area.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
A Hampton Inn & Suites with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front area.
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,262 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in University

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table, and a door.

4 Bedroom Townhouse - Minutes to USF, Busch Gardens, Ybor City, and Casino

4 Bedroom Townhouse - Minutes to USF, Busch Gardens, Ybor City, and Casino
University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (19)
The price is ￥12,757
￥17,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
4 Bedroom Townhouse - Minutes to USF, Busch Gardens, Ybor City, and Casino

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

Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore - Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore - Airport Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The resteraunt was the highlight"
ingrid 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore - Airport Area by IHG

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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