Rate based on Check-in: Jul 4, 2013 Check-out: Jul 7, 2013

Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

3 stars
513 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
49 reviews
great place for a sporting weekend

after staying at embassy suties throughout florida, Must have to say this is one of the cleanest,... See full review

  • davo the traveler
  • Apr 29, 2013
Drink, Eat, Hockey and Sleep

Just a short walk away from the arena! The hotels restaurant and staff were amazing! The only... See full review

  • Jdwright
  • Feb 23, 2013
All-suite property connected to convention center on Tampa’s harbor

Embassy Suites Tampa has a direct link to the Tampa Convention Center via sky bridge, making this hotel ideal for business travelers. Guests enjoy free cooked-to-order breakfast and a complimentary evening reception. The property features two-room suites and a rooftop pool overlooking Tampa Bay. Next to the hotel a stadium hosts Tampa sporting events, concerts and exhibits. The Florida Aquarium is within walking distance, plus shopping and entertainment. Tampa Cruise Port is also nearby. The hotel is perfect for groups, meetings and weddings.

Highlights
  • Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast includes omelets
  • Starbucks Coffee
  • Manager's reception in the atrium features a variety of cold beverages nightly
Rooms

The hotel's contemporary suites are designed to meet the needs of business and leisure guests. Relax in a spacious suite offering a separate living room with a sleeper sofa, armchair and well-lit work desk with ergonomic chairs. Other room features include extra outlets and high-speed Internet connection (fees apply), wet bar with mini-refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. The bedroom offers a Suite Dreams bed by Serta, soft 200 thread-count linens and a clock radio with MP3 connection.  All suites include two 27-inch color TVs, two phones, voicemail, safe and iron with ironing board. The bathroom features marble countertops, tub with shower, curved shower rod, plush white towels and a hairdryer.

Features

There are a number of dining choices for guests at the Embassy Suites. Trolley's American Cafe offers a wide array of specialties, including gourmet grilled burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, fresh seafood and prime steaks. There is also a children's menu.  The restaurant features several wide screen flat panel TVs to watch sporting events while dining. Starbucks is located on the west side of the lobby. The made-to-order breakfast is complimentary and includes omelettes. The hotel has a fitness center and rooftop pool.

Transportation
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) (20 minutes)
  • St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (40 minutes)
Local Attractions
  • Tampa Convention Center
  • Port of Tampa Cruise Terminal
  • Channelside Bay Plaza
  • Busch Gardens
  • Adventure Island
  • Museum of Science and Industry
  • Florida Aquarium
  • Historic Ybor City
  • Raymond James Stadium
  • Lowry Park Zoo
  • Gulf Coast beaches
  • Disney World and many other Orlando attractions (about an hour)
Business
  • 9,000 square-feet of flexible space for meetings, wedding or social events
  • e-Events--a simple booking tool that allows you to book your own small meetings and events
  • Business center and meeting rooms
  • Notary public
  • Photo copying service and printer
Policies & Fees
  • No pets allowed

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Amenities

  • FREE breakfast
  • Pool
Activities
Pool
Exercise gym
Dining
FREE breakfast
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Accessibility
Wheel chair access

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Hotel Map

27.9422 -82.4551
Nearby airports
Tampa Intl Airport, (TPA), 7.00, MI, SE; St. Pete/Clearwater Intl Airport, (PIE), 17.00, MI, SE;

Nearby points of interest

  • Tampa Convention Center: 0.1 mi
  • ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 0.2 mi
  • Tampa Bay Historical Center: 0.3 mi
  • Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 0.5 mi
  • Tampa Port Authority: 0.5 mi
  • Florida Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Henry B. Plant Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Glazer Children's Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Tampa Museum of Art: 0.7 mi
  • SS American Victory Mariners' Memorial and Museum Ship: 0.7 mi
  • Tampa Union Station: 0.8 mi
  • The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 0.8 mi
  • Hyde Park: 1.3 mi
  • Ybor City State Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Ybor City: 1.8 mi
  • Tampa Convention Center: 0.1 mi
  • ST PETE TIMES FORUM: 0.2 mi
  • Tampa Bay Historical Center: 0.3 mi
  • Florida Museum of Photographic Arts: 0.5 mi
  • Tampa Port Authority: 0.5 mi
  • Florida Aquarium: 0.6 mi
  • Henry B. Plant Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Glazer Children's Museum: 0.6 mi
  • Tampa Museum of Art: 0.7 mi
  • SS American Victory Mariners' Memorial and Museum Ship: 0.7 mi
  • Tampa Union Station: 0.8 mi
  • The David A. Straz Center for the Performing Arts: 0.8 mi
  • Hyde Park: 1.3 mi
  • Ybor City State Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Ybor City: 1.8 mi
  • Raymond James Stadium: 3.8 mi
  • Steinbrenner Field: 4.1 mi
  • Al Lopez Park: 4.2 mi
  • Tampa Lowry Park Zoo: 4.8 mi
  • Busch Gardens: 6.8 mi
  • Adventure Island: 7.3 mi
  • University of South Florida Botanical Gardens: 8.2 mi
  • Museum of Science and Industry: 8.3 mi
  • Tampa Theatre: 8.7 mi
  • Grand Prix Fun Center: 9.3 mi
  • The Upper Tampa Bay Trail: 10.2 mi
  • Lettuce Lake Park: 10.5 mi
  • Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center: 10.9 mi
  • Morris Bridge Park: 12.7 mi
  • Tampa Bay Downs: 13.9 mi
  • Sunshine Skyway Bridge: 21.5 mi

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

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.

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Guest Reviews (49)

Ratings and reviews for Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Overall score

4.1 / 5
49 out of 49
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.7
Value:
4

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Reviewer score

4
Felipe de SF
San Francisco, CA, USA
Dec 7, 2011

Convenient Location

A great location at the waterfront, very convenient for a stay before or after your cruise leaving the Tampa cruise terminal. A 1/4 mile walk to either terminal 2 or 3, a waterfront restaurant row and even 1/2 mile to a large supermarket for last minute items. Hotel even has a laundry room to do last minute items before your cruise. Each room has nice ironing board and iron, Cruise Tip: roll your shirts in luggage w/a plastic hanging bag, iron them at the hotel the morning of departure and carry hanging bag with freshly ironed shirts knowing personal irons are not allowed onboard. Overall hotel is well kept, breakfast is great, pub is nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

A short walk away is a nice bowling alley (yes really) with inexpensive menu with great 'comfort food'. Also nearby over the bridge is a Publix supermarket for last minute items for your travels.

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

3
dismade
Sarasota, FL, USA
Dec 6, 2011

worth-less

No entrance sign, had to drive around the block (not easy in downtown Tampa) the road looked like a sidewalk, $20 to valet park, bottle of water was $5, no shower cap, no place to put a suitcase, restaurant service was very slow and menu limited, just not worth $200!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
1
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

watch were the locals shop, usually off the beaten path.

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

5
TonyOrlando
Tampa, FL, USA
Nov 23, 2011

Great family

My family and I loved the hotel. Its located downtown on the water between the Convention Center and the Forum with trolley access directly outside the hotel. We were on the18th flloor with a beautiful view of Tampa. The hotel serves an amazing cook-to-order complimentary breakfast in the morning..loved the omelets!. My kids loved the glass elevators. We have never been anything less than impressed with Embassy Suites....great for families.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

4
duucfho
Orlando, FL, USA
Nov 5, 2011

Very good, but still room for improvement

Embassy Suites is generally a great place to stay, and this location is no exception. The location, service, complientary cooked-to-order breakfast, and open bar in the evening are excellent features. However, the fitness center is sorely lacking: only 1 of 2 treadmills worked, and the all-in-one machine would've sufficed if it weren't missing most of it's handle attachments. Also, the mandatory $20/night valet charge adds up quickly. While the rooms are spacious & clean, the bed & sofas could stand to be a touch softer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Jackson's Bistro across the bridge is a great place to dine and unwind in the evening

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

5
AlJam
Atlanta, GA, USA
Nov 1, 2011

Awesome Hotel!

What a wonderful place to stay! Close to the Times Forum! Clean room! Great amenities! Got a 15% discount on food and drink by mentioning coupon on in-room menu!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

5
Marla6274
Business
Orlando, FL, USA
Oct 3, 2011

Loved my stay

A beautiful hotel in a wonderful location. Frankly, I couldn't believe the price. Great job Embassy.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Columbia Cafe, short walk, modified menu of famous Columbia restaurant in Ybor City. Sat outside with live entertainment, great evening.

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

4
chemical 21
South Carolina, USA
Sep 7, 2011

Great getaway

We had to move to another room due to ants, then our key card didn't work upon returning to the room at night. But the service was great and when the were fast at getting us into our room and moving us to anther one. We were glad another room was available.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Orlando, FL
Aug 1, 2011

Great Hotel

I was very happy with the hospitality and warmth of the staff. They were extremely helpful, efficient, and courteous.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Sturgis, MI
Jul 28, 2011

Wedding Weekend

The room was spacious and comfortable. The free breakfast was outstanding. The Manager's Special was OK, but the snacks were weak. The valet parking fee of 20.00 per day was a little much, although the guys did a nice job at retrieving my car quickly.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Long walk from hotel

The trolley provides steady transportation around the city except for Sunday evening.

Review of Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown Convention Center

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Syracuse, New York
Jul 14, 2011

Excellent Stay

I would have given it a five star - but there was some construction in the lobby - repair of the fountain. Service was excellent. There was a manager's reception every night from 5:30 - 7:30 which included wine, beer and all mixed drinks, along with snacks, and a wonderful - breakfast in the morning that included custom baked eggs - it was a wonderful experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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