Hotel South Tampa & Suites

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A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a blue Adirondack chair.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a blue carpet.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a grey facade.
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and lamps. Large windows offer a view of a building with balconies.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, black refrigerator, and built-in dishwasher.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
$118 nightly
The current price is $134 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

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3314 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL, 33629
  • Place, Tampa Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palma Ciea Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Raymond James Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

2 Queen bed Suite, Non smoking with Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(113 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 University of Tampa. .This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hyde Park Village and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Cigar City Brewery.

What's nearby

  • Tampa Bay - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Palma Ciea Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • University of Tampa - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Benchmark International Arena - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 13 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PDQ Tenders Salads & Sandwiches - ‬18 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

  • Bed sheets 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 1150 out of 1979 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 487 out of 1979 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1979 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1979 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1979 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I have stayed in this hotel several times and it’s always clean and easy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean.. staff friendly..would stay again if needed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Good place to stay for a few days. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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WONDERFUL STAFF! Clean rooms and peaceful vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property well maintained. Staff was very friendly and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A well managed premium motel in a convenient location. Clean and secure. Modest but good free breakfast. Excellent value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was extremely friendly and the room was very clean. Excellent location. Couldn't beat the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff very helpful at front desk, Room clean & comfortable, Breakfast close & tasty !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean, bed was comfy, staff was friendly and efficient. Breakfast included quite a variety of options. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, clean super nice pool breakfasts was amazing and staff was amazing and super kind definitely will book here again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I wouldn't mind coming back to this hotel. Everything was clean, and close to the locations I was visiting. And the staff was very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was amazing. Staff was great and close to everything
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean and surroundings is quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property is a hidden gem. Highly recommend. The beds are extremely comfortable, hotel is quiet and clean. Best part of this hotel is the staff. Friendly, efficient, helpful, best staff ever! I'd live here if I could!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was nice, room clean but bed was to soft
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in, elevator access if needed. Clean pool, really nice people. We stayed for a week and its just a quiet area with quick access to the main road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good value, clean motel for basic travel. Better than usual breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It's the best that the state
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was perfect for the price of $95 dollars well sized rooms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We didn't eat there and just stayed the night but everything was clean, staff was super nice, and it was in a good location close to everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great room, great price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was very comfortable and clean. I would recommend this place with out a doubt. Staff was very friendly and helpful and also the breakfast attended was very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026