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Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

2 stars
720 E Fowler Ave/I-275, Tampa, FL 33612
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.1
out of 5
38 reviews
GREAT FOR THE PRICE

JUST AS THE TITLE SAYS---GREAT PRICE N EXCELLANT HOSPITALITY, GREAT LOCATION IN THE TAMPA... See full review

  • MARGARETnMARTINnJIMMY
  • Mar 30, 2012
could had be a better

this hotel is a nice budget hotel if you short on cash but if your looking for a nice place look... See full review

  • cocobug
  • Jan 28, 2012
The Howard Johnson Tampa North/Busch Gardens is located in Tampa on I-275 at the Fowler Ave, Exit 51. With our convenient location we have much to offer in the way of things to see and do. For those of you with a taste for the exotic we are just 2 miles from the famous Busch Gardens Theme Park. We are less than an hours drive from the silver sands of Clearwater Beach, and if shopping is your thing, Tampas University Mall with various boutiques, restaurants, and lounges is minutes away. Children under 18 stay free with parents, and cribs are available at no extra charge. We feature our RISE and DINE Continental Breakfast with over 10 items plus juice and coffee. AND we also have free Wireless Internet Access in all guest rooms. No Pets Allowed. For stays of 5 plus nights, please call or email the hotel directly.

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Area description
Business district

Amenities

  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Balcony
  • Bus Parking
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Copy Service
  • FAX
  • Free parking
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Ice Machine
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Over Sized Rooms
  • Pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Satellite TV
  • Security
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Truck Parking
  • Wake-up Service

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
02:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

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. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by CheapTickets

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Guest Reviews (38)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Overall score

2.1 / 5
38 out of 38
Amenities:
2.4
Room cleanliness:
2.7
Hotel staff:
3.3
Room comfort:
2.7
Location:
3.1
Value:
2.9

42% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
MARGARETnMARTINnJIMMY
HOPATCONG, NJ
Mar 30, 2012

GREAT FOR THE PRICE

JUST AS THE TITLE SAYS---GREAT PRICE N EXCELLANT HOSPITALITY, GREAT LOCATION IN THE TAMPA LOCATION...GREAT LOCATION FOR PEOPLE LOOKING TO SEE THE SPRING TRAINING GAMES---CLOSE TO MAJOR BASEBALL FIELDS. WOULD STAY AGAIN===A LITTLE OUTDATED WITH FIXTURES N FLOORS IN BATHROOM, AND HAD A LEAK IN THE ROOM FROM UPSTAIRS AC, BUT MANAGEMENT WAS RIGHT ON IT.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

1
disappointed1
Tampa, FL, USA
Mar 8, 2012

bad experience

Mildew smell in room. Roaches in bathroom. Not good. Had to switch hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

1
Nando00
Tampa, FL, USA
Feb 20, 2012

Less than zero stars

Our experience at this hotel was horrible to put it mildly. We arrived with our 2 children and we were astonished to see ladies of the night on the premises. The rooms were disgusting- mold and stains everywhere in the bathroom and all over the carpet. The sheets were also dirty. The view was of an empty lot full of trash and questionable characters roaming around. We checked out 6 hrs later after we came back from sighseeing. We could not even imagine staying in this filthy/ unsafe hotel with our children.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

2
cocobug
Derry, NH, USA
Jan 28, 2012

could had be a better

this hotel is a nice budget hotel if you short on cash but if your looking for a nice place look elsewhere

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

3
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Jan 9, 2012

It was good.

I just stayed for a few nights. Was ok. The room was always clean and the staff were kind.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

3
Tampa FL
Tampa, FL
Jan 2, 2012

No title

The A/C wasn't working; other than that, the hotel was good.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

3
Nativetexan
McKinney, TX, USA
Jan 1, 2012

first christmas with grandson

NO ELEVATOR.... Dont understand that. It was hard since I was carrying alot of stuff back and forward from the car. Smelled like smoke. Bed was comfortable to sleep but carpet/curtains was not looking so good. Enjoyed having the microwave and frig. Would love to have fruit with breakfast or at least some more healthy options. Staff was great. Housekeeping awesome. Thanks for the wake up call. I would have missed my plane set me alarm for the wrong day.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

2
DJ Afromic
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Dec 7, 2011

Family 1/2 Obstacle Marathon Weekend

The hotel is average, everything is clean, beds are comfortable and we did not see any bugs when we were there. The only thing is that it seems that they had a bad contractor either build it or renovate the hotel, all cosmetic though, like crooked tiles, gaps filled with a lot of putty, stuff like that.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

if you drive east on E Fowler ave for 5 mins you will come across a plaza on the left that has over 10 amazon places to eat. Five Guys, Chipotle, Panera Bread, and the list goes on

Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

3
Angie F.
New York, NY, USA
Nov 9, 2011

Good Price

The Price was good. No big complain, everything was ok. Not the best but good enough to sleep in. It is close to the Tampa Airport. There is a lot of places to eat nearby.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens

Reviewer score

1
Florida, USA
Sep 26, 2011

Cheap room, cheap experience

Room smelled funny, one bed looked disheveled even though it was a Fresh room. Saw two cockroaches inside. Stayed there because friends were that wanted a cheap place.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
3
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