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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, (1,496 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay thank you"
United States
Deborah
The price is HK$792
HK$900 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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, (971 reviews)
"Staff were great, location so convenient for USF, we enjoy staying here and will return!"
United States
Sally
The price is HK$792
HK$899 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG
A conference room with rows of chairs, a projector screen, and a presentation screen.

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, (1,578 reviews)
"Amazing staff and nice big and comfortable rooms."
United States
Gabriela
The price is HK$1,023
HK$1,161 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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, (1,002 reviews)
"One of the best hotels to stay in"
United States
Jose
The price is HK$1,027
HK$1,166 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
A spacious hotel dining area with multiple seating options, a kitchen area, and a large window providing natural light.

5. 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 HK$784
HK$890 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites New Tampa I-75 by IHG
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

6. 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 HK$927
HK$1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast excellent."
United States
Danet
The price is HK$760
HK$863 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms
A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a seating area with a giraffe statue.

8. 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, (1,254 reviews)
"Very clean, staff very nice and breakfast included was very good"
United States
Miriela
The price is HK$827
HK$938 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
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, (915 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Barris
The price is HK$711
HK$807 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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 HK$840
HK$954 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa Airport North, FL
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

11. 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 HK$1,052
HK$1,194 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

12. Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore

Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore
3.0 star property
Westshore, 16 km from University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,112 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet was wonderful and the beds were comfortable."
United States
Melanie
The price is HK$1,193
HK$1,354 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a central coffee station, and a large painting on the wall.

13. 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, (3,098 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Diego
The price is HK$627
HK$711 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
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, (3,229 reviews)
"Our stay was really good at oasis"
Canada
BASIL GEORGE
The price is HK$840
HK$954 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee bar sign, and a seating area.

15. 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)
"Breakfast was good and staff were so sweet."
United States
Chika
The price is HK$824
HK$935 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and artwork on the walls.

16. 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, (1,074 reviews)
"Had a great breakfast and staff was super sweet:)"
United States
Leann
The price is HK$642
HK$729 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sleep Inn near Busch Gardens/USF
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa Westshore Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa Westshore Airport
3.0 star property
Westshore, 16 km from University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Clean hotel , staff pleasant and helpful"
Canada
Ljubica
The price is HK$994
HK$1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa Westshore Airport
A conference room with a wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

18. 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, (1,416 reviews)
"Everything was perfect,the room,the hotel,the people"
United States
Valeria
The price is HK$635
HK$721 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites Tampa Fairgrounds Casin
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a television screen.

19. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and comfortable beds."
United States
Dennis
The price is HK$837
HK$950 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Comfort Suites Tampa Airport North
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a palm tree.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-Wesley Chapel

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-Wesley Chapel
2.5 star property
14.5 km from University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Derek
The price is HK$830
HK$929 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-Wesley Chapel
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Compare popular hotels in University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
971 reviews
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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
1,496 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
1,006 reviews
View
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
1,254 reviews
View
A conference room with rows of chairs, a projector screen, and a presentation screen.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,578 reviews
View

Where to stay in University

Find the best University areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Tampa

Find much that’s new and exciting here, with investment and energy revitalizing the waterfront into somewhere to see, be seen and experience.

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

Ybor City

Learn about the diverse history of Tampa’s enthralling Latin Quarter and find out why it’s known as the Cigar City.

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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

Temple Terrace is known for its beautiful gardens, and you can see some sights area like Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club and Temple Terrace Tennis Center.

Top University Hotel Reviews

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

8/10 Good
"Loved the location and the helpful staff. Rooms look dated but the bed and pillows were amazingly comfortable. Would stay there again because of the helpful staff and location."
Jessica 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Tampa's University neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for University travel tips? Make sure that you visit Brass Mug and TK Lounge while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the University area?
Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in University.
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 neighbourhood. 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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