Econo Lodge Busch Gardens

In Tampa’s Temple Crest neighborhood, a short drive from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and the University of South Florida. You’re within a 5‑minute drive of the theme park and campus, and about 15.5 miles from Tampa International Airport.

This hotel has 99 individually decorated guestrooms with private balconies, refrigerators and flat‑screen/LCD TVs. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combos and deep soaking tubs with complimentary toiletries. The property is 100% non‑smoking and offers simple, comfortable rooms with coffee makers, hair dryers and irons.

Soak up the views from a terrace, relax by the outdoor pool or hit the fitness room. Other highlights include a picnic area, vending machine, massage room, guest laundry and free self parking. 24‑hour front desk, concierge and luggage storage round out the practical perks.

Free Wi‑Fi and on‑site internet access keep you connected. There’s a business center plus meeting rooms available, complimentary newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage for convenience.

Start with complimentary breakfast and free coffee each morning. The hotel offers an on‑site restaurant and limited‑hour room service for easy, casual meals after a day at the park.