Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens – Usf is a family-friendly hotel located less than eight miles from the nearest airport, and close to Busch Gardens Entertainment Park, Florida’s top attraction that features exciting rides and more than 2000 animals. Air-conditioned rooms are equipped with flat screen cable TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, and free Internet access. The hotel has free parking on-site, as well as an outdoor pool, laundry, and fitness facilities. Shops can be found on the premises, but the hotel also operates a free area shuttle that runs to local shopping malls and restaurants. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tampa near Busch Gardens – Usf serves a complimentary buffet breakfast, and local restaurants are close by for lunch and dinner options. The property is within driving distance of Adventure Island, University Mall, USF Sun Dome, USF Baseball Stadium, and University of South Florida.
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Most guests love the pool area, saying that it is clean and large, and excellent for an early morning refreshing dip, pointing out that the front desk has plenty of fresh towels on stand-by. Several guests note that the adjacent courtyard is great for enjoying breakfast poolside.
Many guests like not having to use their car during their stay here, saying that an area shuttle is complimentary to the guests and runs often. They note that the shuttle runs on the hour from the hotel to local parks, shops, restaurants and Busch Gardens, and other areas within a three mile radius.
Most guests note that employees are friendly and accommodating, and willing to go that extra mile to make sure that all visitors have an excellent stay. Several repeat guests say that certain employees have been there for years, and are an embodiment of great customer service.
Several guests point out that the hotel is right next to a busy street, so noise is to be expected. They note that even though noise levels are not overwhelmingly high, they can be disruptive to a good night's sleep, and suggest that light sleepers pack their earplugs.
Some guests say that sofa beds are old and uncomfortable, so those that have to spend a night on them will not be in for a treat. They suggest asking the front desk for additional blankets to use as padding, or settling for a rollaway bed.
Several guests note that breakfast could be better, saying that there is not much to choose from, and suggest adding more items to the mix, especially fresh fruit. They point out that the dining room is small and gets crowded in the morning.
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