Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens by IHG | Hotel in Tampa

8.2 (702 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  13 Bathrooms  44 Guests
Bearss Plaza Hotel | Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens by IHG

Hotel in Bearss Plaza, Tampa

Across from Busch Gardens and placed just off Interstate 275, this Tampa, Florida hotel provides an on-site convenience store and a daily breakfast. A free transfer service to Busch Gardens Tampa and free WiFi are available. A 24-hour gym and an outdoor pool are available at the Holiday Inn Express Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens. The hotel also offers a 24-hour business center. Free parking is available at the property. The hotel offers in-room microwaves, refrigerators and coffee facilities. Tampa Holiday Inn Express-USF-Busch Gardens also provides the spacious rooms. The University of South Florida is 2.4 miles from the hotel. Guests are 2.9 miles from the Museum of Science & Industry. Yuengling Brewery is nearby along with the Yuengling Center at USF is nearby. We are close to Moffett Cancer Center and the VA hospital

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-USF-Busch Gardens by IHG is located in Tampa.

This 126 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Breakfast, Accessibility, and several others. This is a 2 star rated property and has over 702 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Tampa and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Lowered sink
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Fitness center
General
  • Heating
  • Convenience store on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Designated smoking area
  • Elevator
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • ATM on site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business center
  • Shuttle service
  • Laundry
  • Private check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Heated pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
  • Swimming pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation policy
Special conditions
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.

Please note that guests must be 21 years of age or older in order to check in without a parent or official guardian.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.78
Location:
8.46
Staff:
8.47
Facilities:
7.94
Comfort:
8.17
Cleanliness:
8.04
James
Dec 7, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
USA
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard King Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 29 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
King Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Queen Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 29 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Double Room with Two Double Beds - Hearing Accessible/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Two Double Beds - Hearing Accessible/Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Lower sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Mobility Access Tub/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Mobility Access Tub/Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Room with Two King Beds - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
King Room with Two King Beds - Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Room - Mobility Access/Roll in Shower - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
King Room - Mobility Access/Roll in Shower - Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Hearing accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Lower sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Room - Hearing Accessible - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
King Room - Hearing Accessible - Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Hearing accessible, Lower sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Roll-In Shower - Mobility Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Roll-In Shower - Mobility Access

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Room - Hearing Accessible - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Hearing accessible, Lower sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Air conditioning, Iron, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Safe, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Telephone, TV

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Microwave

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Hearing accessible, Lower sink, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
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