The Best Hotels Closest to Port Tampa Bay in Tampa for 2026

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A large hotel with multiple floors and a prominent "WESTIN" sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel lobby with teal leather chairs, a central round table, and a large abstract painting on the left wall.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a long counter with glasses and a sink.

1. Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

Harbour Island, 3.1 km from Port Tampa Bay

Bryan

AED 625

AED 840 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden side table.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines, control panels, and a wall-mounted sign.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon

9.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Charles

AED 430

AED 488 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a blue Adirondack chair.

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.

3. Hotel South Tampa & Suites

7.3 km from Port Tampa Bay

Christopher

AED 284

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, large entrance canopy, and well-maintained landscaping.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a shower, and a window with a view of greenery.

A breakfast area with a chalkboard wall, a coffee station, and a sign indicating breakfast starts here.

A hotel pool area with a clear pool, lounge chairs, and a building with a 'Marriott' sign.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon

9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Maryann

AED 449

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a prominent 'CAMBRIA' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, a reception desk, and seating area with a view of the outdoors.

5. Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon

9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Devin

AED 426

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages, a coffee station, and seating areas.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, grey upholstered chairs, and a central chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a large island, purple bar stools, and a variety of kitchen appliances.

A modern living room with a fireplace, light blue upholstered chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a marble floor.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Riverview/Brandon

8.5 km from Port Tampa Bay

Yvette

AED 389

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, black wicker chairs, and a modern building facade.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance and outdoor seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern reception area with a 'HELLO Tampa' sign, wooden slats, and a vending machine.

7. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

8.2 km from Port Tampa Bay

Tiffany

AED 492

AED 559 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone and a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a Holiday Inn Express sign, a reception desk, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern indoor dining area with round tables and chairs, a large window, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa East - Ybor City by IHG

5.9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Kevin

AED 420

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, palm trees, and a red-roofed entrance.

A hotel lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a television.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a vending machine.

9. Comfort Suites Tampa - Brandon

9.3 km from Port Tampa Bay

Fahmida

AED 344

AED 390 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott property.

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Tampa Brandon

9.4 km from Port Tampa Bay

Mirela

AED 415

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern coffee shop with a counter, coffee machines, a display case with pastries, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a sign reading 'Wyndham Garden.'

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small ottoman.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, beige chairs, a chandelier, and a flat-screen TV.

11. Wyndham Garden Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

9.6 km from Port Tampa Bay

bobby

AED 459

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a fireplace, a TV, and a kitchen area.

A Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a covered area.

A corner market with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and household items.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

8.2 km from Port Tampa Bay

John

AED 360

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A swimming pool with a sun terrace and outdoor seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A well-lit, modern kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Brandon

9.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Patricia

AED 379

AED 430 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a rock feature, surrounded by a covered patio area with outdoor seating and a view of a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a television displaying 'Quality Inn'.

A hotel courtyard with palm trees, a bench, and a building with a tiled roof.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and overhead digital screens displaying content.

14. Quality Inn and Conference Center Tampa-Brandon

8.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Diego

AED 250

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A beach with clear shallow water and a sandy shore.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A yellow house with a porch, a front door, and a chimney.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a dining area in the background.

15. Tampa Heights Bungalow

Tampa Heights, 7 km from Port Tampa Bay

Rebekah

AED 247

AED 343 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and ample natural light from large windows.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool area, featuring sun loungers and umbrellas, and a large building with numerous windows in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

16. ROOST Tampa

Downtown Tampa, 3.4 km from Port Tampa Bay

Olga

AED 658

AED 747 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a round table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Brandon West

9.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Tracy T

AED 209

AED 237 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A living room with a stone fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A Country Inn & Suites building with a prominent entrance and a covered area.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa/Brandon, FL

9.4 km from Port Tampa Bay

Dionisio

AED 297

AED 337 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

19. Hotel Haya

Historic Ybor, 4.7 km from Port Tampa Bay

Leah

AED 447

AED 633 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a busy intersection with light trails.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a variety of bottles.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by plants and overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

20. Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

Downtown Tampa, 4 km from Port Tampa Bay

Laylin

AED 764

AED 873 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Port Tampa Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon	9.8 Exceptional 372 reviews	View
Hotel South Tampa & Suites	8.6 Excellent 1,938 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon	9.4 Exceptional 835 reviews	View

Top Port Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

Mint House Tampa Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic stay! Super clean and modern. I only stayed for an overnight to see a concert but it was set up for a long stay with fully furnished plus a washer dryer."

Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

10/10 Excellent

"For our anniversary they gave us upgraded room view with bottle of champagne and treats it was such a surprise and extremely thoughtful"

"Davis Islands Charm! Euro Oasis Walkable to Events, Eats & Care!"

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect location for me during my daughter’s recent emergent hospital admission. It’s convenient and the hosts are very accommodating. Would definitely recommend."

Boho-Inspired Retreat • Close to Downtown & Ybor

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, easy check-in. No issues and the owner was communicative."

Davis Islands Urban Fiesta 2 Bedroom

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second time staying here mainly due to location. Restaurants within walking distance and a few minutes drive to University of Tampa. Clean 2 bedroom apartment which is all we ask for."

Tampa'ito Tiny Home

10/10 Excellent

"This tiny home is well kept and perfectly located near the heart of Tampa. You are a 10 min car ride to all the attractions. The neighborhood is quiet and there are walkable restaurants that are authentic and delicious. This home has everything you need to enjoy your time in Tampa!"

Davis Island Gem - Bay, Shops, Beaches nearby

8/10 Good

"Jordan was very attentive when we needed anything. "

Other attractions near Port Tampa Bay

Florida Aquarium

8.8/10 (3,540 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Florida Aquarium during your visit to Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A large ship named 'San Victory' docked at a marina with an American flag flying.

American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum during your trip to Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Tampa Bay History Center

8.8/10 (94 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tampa Bay History Center during your trip to Tampa. Attend a hockey game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A modern sports stadium with large advertisements and a prominent yellow sculpture.

Benchmark International Arena

9.0/10 (1,814 reviews)

Catch an event at Benchmark International Arena during your trip to Tampa. Attend a hockey game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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beach near Severn Avenue

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Severn Avenue during your trip to Tampa?

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beach near Davis Islands Yacht Club

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Davis Islands Yacht Club during your trip to Tampa?

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Sparkman Wharf

You can enjoy retail therapy at Sparkman Wharf during your stay in Tampa. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this walkable area.

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Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, a lovely green space in Tampa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Port Tampa Bay?

Port Tampa Bay is located in a welcoming area of Tampa known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 1281 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Port Tampa Bay?

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Port Tampa Bay. Other good choices within a few miles include JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street.

How many hotels will I find close to Port Tampa Bay?

Expedia has 1281 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Port Tampa Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Port Tampa Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Port Tampa Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Port Tampa Bay?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Port Tampa Bay, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Port Tampa Bay?

Tampa Bay History Center, Henry B. Plant Museum, and Tampa Museum of Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like El Centro Español de Tampa, David Falk Theater, and La Casita House Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Tampa Theater, The Orpheum, and Ritz Ybor.

How can I get to Port of Tampa?

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Tampa Union Station. There might not be many public transit stops close to Port of Tampa so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Port Tampa Bay hotels

1. Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon

3. Hotel South Tampa & Suites

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon

5. Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon

6. Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Riverview/Brandon

7. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa East - Ybor City by IHG

9. Comfort Suites Tampa - Brandon

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Tampa Brandon

11. Wyndham Garden Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

13. Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Brandon

14. Quality Inn and Conference Center Tampa-Brandon

15. Tampa Heights Bungalow

16. ROOST Tampa

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Brandon West

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tampa/Brandon, FL

19. Hotel Haya

20. Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

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Top Port Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Mint House Tampa Downtown by Kasa

Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

"Davis Islands Charm! Euro Oasis Walkable to Events, Eats & Care!"

Boho-Inspired Retreat • Close to Downtown & Ybor

Davis Islands Urban Fiesta 2 Bedroom

Tampa'ito Tiny Home

Davis Island Gem - Bay, Shops, Beaches nearby

Other attractions near Port Tampa Bay

Florida Aquarium

American Victory Ship Mariners Memorial Museum

Tampa Bay History Center

Benchmark International Arena

beach near Severn Avenue

beach near Davis Islands Yacht Club

Sparkman Wharf

Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park

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