With a stay at Palm Villa Hostel in Tampa (Tampa Heights), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tampa Riverwalk and Tampa Convention Center. .This hostel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Tampa Bay and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Raymond James Stadium.
Benchmark International Arena - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Tampa Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 15 min walk
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 14 min walk
Noble Brew - 15 min walk
Elevenses - 11 min walk
Mr. D’z Men’s Emporium - 8 min walk
Trinity Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
Palm Villa Hostel
Palm Villa Hostel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, gas grills, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and lockers.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Things to do
Bicycle storage
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in hallways (48 inches high)
Handrails in stairways (48 inches high)
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Palm Villa Hostel Tampa
Palm Villa Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Palm Villa Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tampa
Palm Villa Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The room is good, the staff is very friendly. The amenities are great. The only issue is outside the hostel there are traffic is loud.
maria
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Traci
Feb 24, 2026
House is cute, clean and very convenient to everything in Ybor I wanted to do. Private room was very spacious but the bed itself was like
Traci
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Silvie
Dec 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The people, who working in hostel are very friendly and they did help me a lot during my stay in Tampa. The room, restroom and kitchen were also very good. I would recommended it it to all who want visit Tampa.
I very much enjoyed the location, amenities and the vibe of the place: clean, bright and super comfy! Appreciate the host's attitude to the guests, it was extremely welcoming and warm! Thank you so much for making my stay incredible!
The location was perfect 5 minutes from Amtrak and 15 minutes to airport. The house is clean and orderly and the complementary cold water was a greatly appreciated. The host was nothing less than amazing he was very helpful, welcoming and resourceful anything I needed he was quick to respond. I highly recommend if you are looking for affordable clean accommodation
Takya
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Danee
Feb 22, 2026
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was neglected. I saw the 8 point some odd stars and thought this would be a good stay. And the towels for all i knew could've been used with all the hair on it. I'm sorry to review poorly. It's such a nice place esthetically. I just wish such details weren't over looked
Danee
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin
Dec 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Responsive host. Easy check-in & payment. Useful kitchen. Hot shower. Convenient en-suite bath. In light of proximity to highway, was quiet inside.
I had such a great experience at this hostel! The staff were super friendly and made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The rooms and bathrooms were clean and well-kept, and the common area had a really chill vibe—perfect for meeting other travelers. The location was also ideal, close to everything but still quiet enough to relax. The atmosphere felt safe, social, and comfortable. I’ll definitely stay here again next time I’m in town!
I had such a great experience at this hostel! The staff were super friendly and made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The rooms and bathrooms were clean and well-kept, and the common area had a really chill vibe—perfect for meeting other travelers. The location was also ideal, close to everything but still quiet enough to relax. The atmosphere felt safe, social, and comfortable. I’ll definitely stay here again next time I’m in town!