Tampa has several fine hotels offering accommodations. Following are the best hotels in Tampa, Florida.
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay Hotel has access to beaches, Tampa Bay Airport and Tampa Bay restaurants. . Luxurious hotel offers fitness center, pools, tennis courts, 24 hour business center, high speed Internet and more. The hotel property has a wildlife estuary featuring birds native to the Tampa area. Resort has stunning views of Tampa Bay. Dine at Armani's Restaurant and savor the AAA Four Diamond cuisine. AAA Four Diamond. 813-874-1234.
Renaissance Tampa Hotel International Plaza, Tampa Bay, is a hotel in the TampsWestshore business district with a Mediterranean feel. The hotel feels like a different world, with Mediterranean villa, Spanish square and Cuban plaza. The lobber features an open air courtyard. The complimentary gourmet Olive Bar lets guest sample imported olives. hotel amenities include fitness center, business and fitness rooms. The Red Door Spa is next door. Dine at the Pelangia Trattoria for Mediterranean food. Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. AAA Four Diamond. 813-877-9200.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa. FL. Lavish 12 story hotel offers 250 guest rooms and suites. The Casino, which is 90,000 quire feet, is open 24 hours. There are more that 2,200 hot gaming machines and 50 poker tables. Escape to the tropical pool. area with cascading fountains, lush terraces and Art Deco design elements. Body Rock Spa is a spa and workout facility. Massages, facials, waxing and nail services are available by appointment. The Food Marketplace features a variety of cuisine, including Italian, Deli, Mexican and Asian. The Green Room serves food all day. This hotel is full of entertainment and leisure options. AAA Four Diamond. 866-502-PLAY.
Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club.This resort captures the golden age of Florida Resorts. The Renaissance Vinoy Resort claims to be the only luxury resort on Florida's West Coast with the combination of a private marina, 18 hole golf course and 12 court tennis complex. The resort is a fine example of 1920's Mediterranean Revival architecture that has earned it a National Register of Historic Places designation. This hotel is located on the Tampa Bay waterfront, just 4 blocks from downtown St. Petersburg. Vinoy Salon & Day Spa offers a full menu of relaxing and rejuvenating spa services. Amenities include a fitness center, outdoor pool and private golf course. Dina at Marchand's Bar and Grill Mediterranean, Fred's Steakhouse, Alfresco's American and Marchand's Bar. AAA Four Diamond. 888-303-4430.
Intercontinental Hotel. Tampa's newest upscale hotel opens in October. Hotel has a contemporary and comfortable feeling which reflects the Florida seaside. 800-883-3201.
The Westin Tampa Harbour Island. Unique property situated on a landscaped island in downtown Tampa, next to the Tampa Convention Center. 813-229-5000.
Information subject to change. Contact the hotels for further information and to make reservations.
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Post a CommentI was raised in Tampa, but until I made a recent trip back after being gone for several years, I had no idea where to stay. I stayed at the Airport and it was a great hotel, with easy access to rental cars and nice service. Good article.
Solid recommendations.