Where to Stay in Tampa
While the Atlantic Coast cities of Jacksonville, Palm Beach, and Miami seem to steal all the Florida thunder (both literally and figuratively), Florida’s Gulf Coast quietly remains one of the most hidden oceanfront gems anywhere in the United States.
Whether you’re visiting the pristine white sand beaches of Clearwater, exploring the Cuban culture of historic Ybor City, or checking out the shops and restaurants of Channelside, there’s plenty to do in the Tampa Bay area.
Keep reading for our favorite places to stay in Tampa!
Best Hotels in Tampa, Florida
To summarize, here’s a handy chart of our recommended Tampa hotels. All include free wifi and are known for comfort, great locations and great customer service.
Best Tampa, Florida Hotels – Summary Comparison Chart
| Name | Location | Best For | Price |
| Epicurean Hotel | Soho District | Foodies | Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com |
| Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay | Tampa Bay | All | Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com |
| Tampa Marriott | Downtown Tampa | First Timers | Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com |
| Le Meridien Tampa | Marina | Luxury | Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com |
| Renaissance Tampa | Downtown Tampa | All | Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com |
Below is more information about each hotel and why we recommend it!
Epicurean Hotel
Located just minutes away from the beach in historic South Tampa, the Epicurean Hotel is the crown jewel of Tampa luxury hotels and a member of The Autograph hotels collection.
With 137 lavish guest rooms and suites featuring 42 inch flat-screen televisions and walk-in showers to go along with a full-service spa and multiple dining and nightlife venues, the Epicurean Hotel’s indulgence truly befits its namesake!
What makes this one of the best hotels in Tampa?
Though firmly among the upper crust of Tampa hotels, the Epicurean always seems to offer fantastic packages that make a luxuriant stay more accessible.
One of the best deals going right now, especially for couples? Book within 90 days of your stay and explore the “steak-cation” package which features a guaranteed reservation for two at famed Bern’s Steak House followed by breakfast the next morning at the elegant yet quaint restaurant Elevage.
Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com
Read reviews: TripAdvisor
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Located in Old Tampa Bay among a gorgeously verdant 35-acre natural preserve, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay provides a luxury hotel experience in one of the most picturesque settings anywhere on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
With 10 room, suite, casita, and villa options featuring everything from separate dining tables to private patios overlooking downtown Tampa, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay truly knows how to provide its guests a genuine home-away-from-home feeling.
What makes this one of Tampa's best hotels?
Besides its simply overwhelming luxury, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay impresses with its ability to provide a multifaceted guest experience.
With its proximity to the beach, multiple pools, two award-winning restaurants featuring romantic sunset views and 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is the perfect choice for families, couples, and business travelers alike!
Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com
Read reviews: TripAdvisor
Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina
Located along downtown Tampa’s historic waterfront marina, the Tampa Marriott provides an incredibly convenient home base to explore premier Tampa attractions.
Guests at the Tampa Marriott Waterside enjoy amenities including in-room air purifiers and shower infusers, access to an amazing rooftop pool, and choice of restaurants featuring everything from fresh seafood to classic sports bar pub grub!
What should you stay at this Tampa hotel?
The downtown Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina offers one of the most unrivaled locations anywhere in the Bay Area.
Guests at the Waterside Hotel are within walking distance of the best Tampa has to offer, including historic Ybor City, Amalie Arena, the Tampa Riverwalk, and the Channelside shopping and entertainment district!
Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com
Read reviews: TripAdvisor
Le Meridien Tampa
Sandwiched between Ybor City and Channelside, Le Meridien Hotel provides its guests with a deliciously boutique luxury hotel experience.
With 130 guest rooms and suites, the popular Bizou French Bistro and Longitude Bar, and easy access to Tampa’s two hottest neighborhoods in Ybor and Channelside, Le Meridien checks all the boxes for a wonderful Tampa getaway!
What makes this one of the best places to stay in Tampa?
There’s a pretty good reason the building that houses Le Meridien Tampa is a sweeping granite façade replete with colonnades and ornate marble sculptures – the building used to be the main federal courthouse in Tampa!
The fact that Le Meridien is in a building that’s on the National Register of Historic Places just adds to the ultimate cool factor this boutique brings.
Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com
Read reviews: TripAdvisor
Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel
Long heralded as one of Tampa’s classiest and most beloved hotels, the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel truly seems to offer everything.
Whether it’s the fitness center, outdoor pool, 17,000 square feet of meeting space, or complimentary Gabriela’s coffee and breakfast at Pelagia Trattoria, a stay at the Renaissance Tampa is a truly refined experience.
Why should you stay at this hotel in Tampa?
As fantastic as the Renaissance Tampa is inside the hotel, it truly earns its stripes for everything it enables you to do outside.
Whether it’s the convenient access to the Tampa International Plaza Mall or free shuttles to the Tampa International Airport, the Renaissance has your Tampa vacation covered soup to nuts!
Check rates: Booking.com, Hotels.com
Read reviews: TripAdvisor
And that’s it! Our guide to Tampa’s best hotels to make the most of your stay.
Whether you’re looking for a luxury hotel in downtown Tampa, a boutique hotel for couples or a family friendly hotel for kids, these top hotels in Tampa are sure to please.
Florida Vacation Checklist
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