Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Family getaway
Great hotel convenient to beach, city, college, restaurants, etc. view is great.
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Cinnabon
- May 16, 2013
visit
great!!!! wold not hesitate to stay again.clean close to shopping beaches and dining.
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katie567
- Apr 15, 2013
Waterfront property on Tampa’s Rocky Point near Busch Gardens
Best Western Bay Harbor offers waterfront accommodations near Busch Gardens and the Florida Aquarium. Recently renovated, the hotel offers convenient access to many local attractions and the airport. Guest rooms feature balconies with bay or city views and free high-speed wireless Internet access. Bay-front Crabby Bill's restaurant makes dining easy. Guests enjoy an outdoor heated pool and a state-of-the-art fitness center. A variety of business services are available, including a business center and flexible meeting space.Highlights
- Newly renovated and expanded 24-hour fitness facility
- Crabby Bill’s seafood restaurant for on-site sunset dining
- Outdoor heated pool
Rooms
All 257 rooms and 7 suites at Best Western Bay Harbor are smoke-free and include one king or two double beds, complimentary high-speed Internet access,TV with premium cable channels and HBO, coffee maker, refrigerator, hairdryer, iron with ironing board and a complimentary newspaper. Guests have a choice of Tampa Bay or city view.
Features
The hotel features a newly expanded fitness center, convenience store for sundries and free high-speed wireless Internet in all public areas. The hotel offers valet or free outdoor parking with truck and RV spaces. Guests may use the airport shuttle upon arrival or departure. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes to and from the property. The property also has a coffee shop, 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning services and a multi-lingual staff. Crabby Bill's seafood restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Landry's, a full-service seafood restaurant open for lunch and dinner is adjacent to the hotel. For American fare, Whiskey Joe's serves lunch and dinner adjacent to the hotel.
Transportation
- Complimentary airport shuttle leaving each half-hour
- Tampa International Airport (TPA) (10 minutes)
- St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (20 minutes)
Attractions
- Channelside Bay Plaza
- Florida Aquarium
- Tampa Theater
- Tampa Convention Center
- Tampa Museum of Art
- The St. Pete Times Forum
- Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
- Port of Tampa
- Raymond James Stadium
- Lowry Park Zoo
- Busch Gardens
- Adventure Island
- International Plaza shopping mall
- Westshore Plaza shopping mall
Business
- Full-service business center
- More than 3,000 square feet of flexible, covered meeting space
- 3,200 square feet of dock space
- The Harborview room offers 1,656 square feet with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the heated swimming pool and Tampa Bay
- Meeting rooms
- Wedding facilities
Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel Rooms
- Bay View Room
- One king or two double beds. Balcony. Desk. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. TV with premium cable channels. Multi-line phone. Coffeemaker. Offers view of Tampa Bay
- City View Room
- One king or two double beds. Balcony. Desk. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. TV with premium cable channels. Multi-line phone. Coffeemaker. Offers city view
Amenities
- FREE internet
- FREE airport shuttle
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Elevators
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Gift shop
- Internet
- FREE internet
- Transportation
- FREE airport shuttle
- Parking
- FREE parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Accessible parking
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Tampa.
- Nearby airports
- International Airport: TIA Tampa International 5 miles.
- Area description
- 7700 West Courtney Campbell Causeway or Hwy 60.
Nearby points of interest
- Steinbrenner Field: 3.9 mi
- Raymond James Stadium: 4 mi
- Al Lopez Park: 4.2 mi
- The Upper Tampa Bay Trail: 5.3 mi
- Hyde Park: 6.2 mi
- The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 6.5 mi
- Henry B. Plant Museum: 6.5 mi
- Tampa Museum of Art: 6.6 mi
- Glazer Children's Museum: 6.6 mi
- Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 6.7 mi
- Tampa Lowry Park Zoo: 6.8 mi
- Tampa Convention Center: 7.2 mi
- Tampa Union Station: 7.3 mi
- ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 7.3 mi
- Tampa Bay Historical Center: 7.5 mi
- Steinbrenner Field: 3.9 mi
- Raymond James Stadium: 4 mi
- Al Lopez Park: 4.2 mi
- The Upper Tampa Bay Trail: 5.3 mi
- Hyde Park: 6.2 mi
- The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 6.5 mi
- Henry B. Plant Museum: 6.5 mi
- Tampa Museum of Art: 6.6 mi
- Glazer Children's Museum: 6.6 mi
- Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 6.7 mi
- Tampa Lowry Park Zoo: 6.8 mi
- Tampa Convention Center: 7.2 mi
- Tampa Union Station: 7.3 mi
- ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 7.3 mi
- Tampa Bay Historical Center: 7.5 mi
- Tampa Bay Downs: 7.5 mi
- Tampa Port Authority: 7.6 mi
- Florida Aquarium: 7.7 mi
- SS American Victory Mariners' Memorial and Museum Ship: 7.8 mi
- Ybor City State Museum: 7.9 mi
- Ybor City: 8.1 mi
- Busch Gardens: 10.1 mi
- Grand Prix Fun Center: 10.4 mi
- University of South Florida Botanical Gardens: 10.8 mi
- Adventure Island: 10.8 mi
- Tampa Theatre: 11.5 mi
- Museum of Science and Industry: 11.7 mi
- Lettuce Lake Park: 13.8 mi
- Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center: 15.9 mi
- Morris Bridge Park: 17.2 mi
- Sunshine Skyway Bridge: 19.5 mi
Dining
- Crabby Bills
- Crabby Bills Restaurant.
- Beach Bar
- Beach Volley Ball, Jet Ski
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (138)
Ratings and reviews for Best Western Bay Harbor Hotel
- All travelers (138) 3.6 / 5
- Business (19) 3.3 / 5
- Couples (55) 3.6 / 5
- Families (46) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (8) 3.6 / 5
- Singles (9) 3.9 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.9
- Hotel staff:
- 3.9
- Room comfort:
- 3.9
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
JGHUCK
great getaway
easy checkin ,relaxing pool , beautiful sunset from bayside , will return
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Kfromsocal
2 Star
Not a 3 star hotel. Bedding was comfy, rest of the accommodations were adequate at best. Asked for a no smoking room but smoke from other balconies get into hotel. Kids running and yelling in the hallways.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nurse Kimberly
Very nice location. Close to airport and was good for my business trip.
I had a nice experience. Staff was friendly. I did receive a call upon check in to make sure things were okay. Plumbing needs work and did not really have time to deal with the problem. Sink in bathroom would not drain. I am sure they would have fixed it promptly, but I was in a hurry to get to airport and did not want to wait. Overall experience was good.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
BOSavi8tr
If you're staying on a weekend - prepare for noise
So we booked this hotel particularly for the fact that it was on the bay and NOT on the busy beaches in and around Tampa, Clearwater, St. Pete. We thought that by going in mid-May we'd be clear of all of the spring breakers and all the shenanigans that go along with that. We also specifically booked the Best Western because we simply wanted a laid-back, no frills place. So imagine our surprise at we pull in at 8pm and find a huge neon flashing sign out front and a thumping nightclub (Hogan's Beach Club) right next door. Yes, Hulk Hogan. This hotel is on Rocky Point....some place that is supposed to be a little calmer and classier...not the 3am outdoor stage and loud music location. To sum this review up, it would have been helpful if this information was provided at time of booking so we could have considered elsewhere. Be prepared....
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cinnabon
Family getaway
Great hotel convenient to beach, city, college, restaurants, etc. view is great.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Mysterious1
Not the best
Upon entering the hotel we were assigned a room. Our reservation was made for bay side view they put us on city side. We were then able to change rooms to match our reservation. We went into our new room to discover the bathroom was still dirty the carpets had not been vacuumed there was even a toenail on the floor. Obviously housekeeping took some shortcuts on this room. Housekeeping needs to be more thorough and deffinatly clean all surfaces don't just try to make it look decent actually clean it. Whisky Joes is very loud at night and can be heard till the early hours of the morning if you are looking for restful sleep you may want somewhere else. Hogans Beach Restaurant is a good value and quick service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Both the Rusty Pelican and Hogan's Beach Restaurant were good places to eat. Hogan's has a great varity for a great value. The Rusty Pelican has a great view and a nice quiet place for unwinding.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Theodore Raymond
Nice hotel with bay view available
Nice hotel on the beach and near the airport but there is a club club which stays open till 3am... loud music and noisy people!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Do NOT book car with Hertz. My reservation said Ford Taurus or similar car. Got a beat up old Mitsubishi Galant! They had plenty of Taurus' on their lot but refused to give me one unless I upgraded even though my reservation said Ford Taurus.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Wrecker man
Returning from vacation in keywest
Close to the airport easy to get to restaurant right there good food the room was nice over all enjoyable experience. Would stay again
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Food and beach right there you don't have to drive
Reviewer score
Would recommend
couldnt pass up the deal
quick split from cold
the only thing relly missing is that im used to traveling to a place where i can wlk on a lot of beach, there is only an ity bitty beach and not sure i would even go in the water. Hogans restaurant is attached which made it quite intresting and fun, the service wasnt the best but limited menu was delicious, the sushi was fantastic! shout out to that guy! i would go back with friends for more of a party type atmosphere on the weekends, total relax on weekdays! may go back next april!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Rick Sales Traveler
Why stay anywhere else??
The Best Western at Bay Harbor was absolutely great! I had a fantastic view of the bay and surrounding areas. The heated pool was very nice and let's not forget about Hogan's Beach which was a good time every night I went there. From the food to the staff, the room to the pool - I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone!!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go to Hogan's Beach which is basically attached to the hotel. They had good food, nice happy hour prices on drinks and great entertainment both nights I dropped by...
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