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La Quinta Inn & Suites
USF (Near Busch Gardens)

3701 East Fowler Ave
Tampa, FL 33612
Phone: 1-813-910-7500
Fax: 1-813-910-7600

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NEW! Samsung Flat-panel TVs with 30 channels of HD programming. Easy-access Plug-and-Play feature makes it simple to connect electronics.

We sell tickets at the property for Busch Gardens and Adventure Island

The beautiful newly renovated La Quinta Inn & Suites U.S.F. is located behind Busch Gardens, adjacent to the University of South Florida (host hotel for most USF Sundome functions...see more
Amenities & Services
  • Free Bright Side Breakfast™
  • Free Wireless High-Speed Internet Access
  • Free Local Calls
  • Free Newspaper
  • Free Parking
  • Meeting Facilities Available
  • Guest Laundry Facilities
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Express Checkout Available
  • Pets Welcome
Free Bright Side Breakfast®
  • Waffles
  • Hot and cold cereal
  • Bread and muffins
  • Fresh fruit
  • All-you-can-drink coffee and juice
Additional Breakfast Items:
  • Bagels
  • Milk

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Hotel Details
  • Floors: 4
  • Rooms: 109
  • Suites: 4
  • Check-In Time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM
Guest Room Amenities
  • NEW! Samsung Flat-panel TVs with 30 channels of HD programming
  • Plug-and-Play TV feature makes it simple to connect electronics
  • Free wireless high-speed Internet access
  • Cable Television
  • Coffee Maker
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron with Ironing Board
  • Dataport Phones
  • Alarm Clock
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating:
  • 4.5 of 5 stars  Location
  • 4.5 of 5 stars  Rooms
  • 4.5 of 5 stars  Service
  • 4.5 of 5 stars  Value
  • 4.5 of 5 stars  Cleanliness
Most Recent Reviews:
"Econominal and Clean"
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013
Ed S | Cape Coral, Florida
We arrived at La Quinta Inn about 3pm on friday for a weekend stay. Check-in as well as check-out was very easy.The room was clean and up to date. Being on the third floor we felt quite secure in the room . The included breakfast was ok but not the best we ever had , the hours for breakfast on weekends was 6-10 am but on weekdays only till 9am and the selection was limited. The hotel is a convenient short distance to Busch Gardens Tampa. All in all this was a good place to stay and we enjoyed our long weekend very much. As a side note there is a La Quinta on Busch Blvd closer to the park and with slightly cheaper rates but I was not very happy there and only stayed there once and only for one night .  
 
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"Convenient location"
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013
Monica K | Brunswick, Ohio
We stopped here for 3 nights. It was a nice place to stay overall. I liked the fact they had a pool and hot tub and a daily continental breakfast with several choices, including make your own waffles and that the coffee was available all day. There was no restaurant on site, but plenty on the strip and also a room service option with many choices, which we did not use. The hotel accepts pets and my only issue was that there were no dedicated rooms for people travelling with pets. Our room was very clean but I did notice areas throughout the hotel where there were stains on the carpet. Our room had two double beds and no microwave or mini fridge, which I would have appreciated during our stay, but it did have a desk. Definitely a good value, especially with our AAA discount! Perfect location near USF which was our goal to be near.  
 
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"Recently remodeled? Very nice"
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013
calyn | Ellsworth, Maine
Upon arrival I was greeted by an extremely welcoming and informative front desk attendant, the hotel is clean, the room comfortable to attend to business, cozy bed, room had a comfortable layout. Small garden area with sitting , outside pool all made the hotel seem less like a chain. Breakfast was usual hotel fare. Close to USF, would definitely stay there again.  
 
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"Nice hotel, very clean, would stay again"
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013
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beautiful landscaping, well kept lobby, hallways, rooms and bathroom. Only compliant was housekeeping woke me with a knock on the door at 9am and then again at 10am - even though checkout was at noon. Never felt rushed to "get out" before at any other hotel 3hrs and 2 hrs prior to checkout. I would stay here again - but be sure to put the "do not disturb" sign out the night before.  
 
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"Pleasantly surprised and completely satisfied!"
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013
ng0406 | Spring Hill, Florida
Had to stay in Tampa due to my husband needing surgery at Florida Hospital. The room was simple, but clean and comfortable. My daughter and I slept very well and were very glad we chose this hotel online. Though this wasnt a vacation, it was nice to take a few moments to relax poolside and use the hot tub. The pool area is really very nice and clean and quiet. The only thing I would change is that we were on the 4th floor, which is the only floor with no ice machine AND I think they should have mini fridges in the rooms!  
 
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Area Attractions & Landmarks
  • MOSI, 1 mi.
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  • Port of Tampa (Cruise Terminal), 10 mi.
Area Companies & Businesses
  • Moffit Cancer Center, 1 mi.
  • V.A. Hospital, 2 mi.
  • Shriners Hospital, 1 mi.
  • department of transportation, .1 mi.
  • Pepsi, .1 mi.
  • Quest Diagnostics, .1 mi.
  • Channelside, 7 mi.
Nearby Sports & Recreation
  • Busch Gardens, 1 mi.
  • USF/Sundome, .5 mi.
  • Adventure Island, 1 mi.
Nearby Restaurants
  • Friday's, 1 mi.
  • Anthony's, 1.5 mi.
  • Chili's, 1.5 mi.
  • Olive Garden, 1.5 mi.
  • Carrabba's, 2 mi.
  • First Watch, 2 mi.
  • Outback Steakhouse, 2 mi.
  • Perkin's , 2 mi.
  • Red Lobster, 2 mi.
  • China Buffet, 3 mi.
Entertainment & Shopping
  • Lowey Park Zoo, 4 mi.
  • Seminole Casino, 5 mi.
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