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Econo Lodge Busch Gardens

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Private Bath) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
In Tampa, Econo Lodge Busch Gardens offers a convenient retreat near Adventure Island. Relax on the sunny terrace, plan your day with tour assistance and newspapers or unwind in front of the lobby TV.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $74
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Private Bath) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Private Bath)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Private Bath) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Private Bath)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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4139 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33617

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adventure Island - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of South Florida - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Yuengling Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center - 5 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 29 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 32 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 34 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 39 min drive
  • Tampa Union Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zambia Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Zagora Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sultan's Sweets - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Busch Gardens

Econo Lodge Busch Gardens puts you a short five-minute drive from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. Also, Adventure Island and Yuengling Center are a short five-minute drive away.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Quality Busch Gardens
Mosi Hotel Tampa
Econo Lodge Busch Gardens Hotel
Quality Inn Busch Gardens
Econo Busch Gardens Tampa
Econo Lodge Busch Gardens Hotel
Econo Lodge Busch Gardens Tampa
Econo Lodge Busch Gardens Hotel Tampa

Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Busch Gardens offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Econo Lodge Busch Gardens does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Busch Gardens?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Busch Gardens?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Busch Gardens?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 AM. There's a charge of USD 25.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Econo Lodge Busch Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Econo Lodge Busch Gardens and nearby?

Econo Lodge Busch Gardens has a picnic area.

Does Econo Lodge Busch Gardens have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

Does Econo Lodge Busch Gardens have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

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Econo Lodge Busch Gardens Reviews

Reviews

4.8

4.6/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

3.8/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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2/10 Poor

Worst hotel I've ever been to -5 stars
Marcos, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The property was definitely in a perfect location right across from Busch Gardens, and adventure Island, but you could tell it was very outdated and not taken care of very well. just very bottom of the barrel for a quick stay
Stephanie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dirty
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This hotel is filthy squabble

We only syayed for 5 minutes. We checked in saw the room whoch was run down and had stains on the floor. The pool was toxic green and the neighborhood was run down . I entered a claim to gey my money back from hotels.com and nothing..
Jennifer, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Avoid Avoid Avoid

This place was beyond terrible. The front desk clerk was outside smoking when we got there. The room was at the farthest end of the hotel and there was maybe ten cars there so intentionally making it inconvenient. The room door was broken and the room was filthy!!!!!! We couldn’t get a refund and leave because we purchased from a third party.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place should not and is not a hotel. Expedia im really concerned as to why this place is even listed on here
Sergio, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Not clean
Marc, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place is a dump, it shouldn't even be open, it's dirty, everything is broken, it's a disgusting place! Never stay at this hotel.
Ricardo, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Extremely dirty
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Bugs in the room Palmetto bugs everywhere
Dan, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property needs a major renovation, rooms are very dirty and smelly.
Anthony, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place needs to close down and get renovated. Restroom in lobby out of order No elevator Dirty Mould in room on walls and curtains Checking in took 45 minutes Aweful had to cancel and go.to.another hotel
Shenaz, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bath tub/shower is in bad need of repair. You almost have to hug the wall to get under the water. The facet has a ton of caulk that is dirty. We had a very uneasy feeling about staying there and won't again and probably won't stay at another econo lodge.
Bruce, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Terrible worst Experience ever. Lobby smell like cigarette the room what’s nasty, everything was dirty. The shower the bed hat hairs all over the blanket, yellow stains all over the blanket cigarettes on the floor, I went to the front desk ask for my money back they refuse to return my money. They try to give me another room that it was worse than the first one. I left the hotel without getting my money back. do not trust the pictures you see online.
Gerardo, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Disgusting. I want my money back. I took pics to file for refund and did not stay there.
warren, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Room service never came to us and they didn’t even have breakfast. They never cleaned our room and then when we asked for extra towel towels, we were told to pick them up from the lobby. Also, Even with the room key, we had to forcibly open the door as hard as we could because it refused to let us in our hotel.
Bobby, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The pictures were very misleading. We felt very unsafe being there and had to find a different place. Security cameras were unplugged and there was someone sleeping outside in a luggage cart. I also couldn’t get a refund
Jennifer, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Couldn't make it and wasnt allowed to reschedule or cancel and get my money back
Rosario, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Do not waste your money.

My family and I stayed here basically as a last resort. Floors were caving in. The room was not clean at all. It says no pets but there was cat food on the floor and it is smelled like cigarettes in the whole building.
Desiree, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Prime location just walking distance to Bush Gardens and lots of eating options near by, friendly staff but the hotel is old, smelly and dirty.
Tamara, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Very slow to check in. Room wasn’t very clean. No heat in the room. Shower faucet not easy to figure out and would just turn and turn and turn to find correct temp. Gunshots, doors slamming shut (because they won’t line up to lock) made it impossible to rest
Joshua, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

This was one of the worst places to stay on the planet. I was amazed that this very sketchy lodge has the Econo lodge marquee. It was a disaster area and the second night there was police all over the place. Did not help that there were homeless people directly outside the main entrance and the morning we checked out there was a semi conscious person laying on the luggage cart and someone sprawled out on the lobby couch with the clerk all asleep or unconscious at best. The rooms were filthy, towel Rack was broken with no bar and the mattresses should have been condemned. I took pictures of you need proof. Would Never consider staying again at an econo lodge.
Nicholas, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Pictures are not what I drove up too

The pictures on the site did not match up to what I drove up too. As a single mother I drove into the complex and felt completely unsafe! There were people selling things in the parking lot, it looked run down and just a complete no! I did not check in because I did not feel safe just my being in the parking lot!
Stefanie, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

I’ve never left a bad review but this place is so bad it felt like a disservice not to leave one. DO NOT STAY HERE. The photographs are old, currently the building looks like it’s almost condemned. It seems like they hardly clean anything inside. Smelly, stained and trash ridden entrance. Room water faucets/shower all calcified and rusted. Roaches. Can’t adjust my AC unit so I’m unable to sleep because it’s hot. Can hear right through the wall and the hostess was kind enough to put the guy sleeping with a prostitute RIGHT next to my room. The entire place is a waking nightmare. I repeat: DO NOT STAY HERE. You can get astronomically better for the same or less price elsewhere.

2/10 Poor

Food left all over floor. Went to front desk and asked for room to be cleaning since we had little children and they “cleaned” but left the food (peanut/sunflower seeds) on floor. We could never get the air to work. Would not recommend especially if you have kids. We moved rooms and all though it was better there were burns all in the covers and nightstand.
savannah, 2-night trip