Hotel South Tampa & Suites

3.0 star property

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2 Queen bed Suite, Non smoking with Kitchenette | Bathroom sink
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Exterior
2 Queen bed Suite, Non smoking with Kitchenette | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $104
$92 nightly
$104 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24

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3314 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL, 33629
  • Place, Cal Dickson Tennis Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Palma Ciea Dog Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Tampa
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

2 Queen bed Suite, Non smoking with Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(105 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tampa

Located in Tampa (Virginia Park), Hotel South Tampa & Suites is within a 10-minute drive of MacDill Air Force Base and Cigar City Brewery. .This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hyde Park Village and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from University of Tampa.

What's nearby

  • Cal Dickson Tennis Center - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Palma Ciea Dog Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Benchmark International Arena - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Himes Breakfast House - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hotel South Tampa & Suites

Hotel South Tampa & Suites offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a health club.
Make yourself at home in one of the 81 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a health club and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Tampa? This hotel has 1195 square feet (111 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,195 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (38 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Express Inn South Tampa Airport
Howard Johnson Express South Tampa Airport
South Tampa & Suites Tampa
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Hotel
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Tampa
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Hotel Tampa

Hotel South Tampa & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1039 out of 1811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 462 out of 1811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1811 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect small hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliangelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great from customer service, to a clean room, safe environment and good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and close to the airport. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chinyelu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very busy hotel, its clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautifully kept up for a small motel. Room was clean, beds were good close to cruise terminal. Great price!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean pleasant staff decent rates
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, good beds, clean rooms, nice showers.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean. The pool area had plenty of seating and shaded areas as well. The stuff was very friendly and their breakfast was good! The location was perfect for getting to downtown Tampa and other popular areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was wonderful and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsa Salanguit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice front desk staff, very clean room, quiet,safe, close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and always helpful. There was good attention to details in the room and property and everything was keep clean and orderly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wei Hsiang

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an average hotel with a decent size pool and same breakfasts every morning. It's very convenient to food market and the restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Charline M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Property and room was clean. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean First floor near breakfast was nice Staff were nice and friendly Pool was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and well maintained. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast variety and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff was courteous as well as professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely quiet for the occupancy the hotel overall had. The staff was extremely friendly making me feel very welcomed, everything was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, pleasant staff but dated. Breakfast was modest.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean room, we had a small issue but they were very quick to fix it over all a nice place to stay. There were plenty options close by to eat, easy to find and to get in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026