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 pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

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

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 691

AED 915 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

A modern restaurant with booths, tables, and a kitchen area.

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

2. Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon

9.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Jimmy

AED 430

AED 488 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

A modern interior with a sofa, ottoman, and round table.

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon

9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Maryann

AED 449

AED 509 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A vending machine stocked with beverages and snacks.

A modern hotel with a white facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern room with a wooden console table, two rocking chairs with colorful cushions, a small round table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

4. Spark by Hilton Tampa Brandon

10.1 km from Port Tampa Bay

George

AED 283

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A reception desk with a white surface and a textured wall behind it. A framed painting is mounted on the wall.

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

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

5. Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Riverview/Brandon

8.5 km from Port Tampa Bay

Yvette

AED 389

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the city.

6. Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon

9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Sharena

AED 403

AED 457 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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small ottoman.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green wall with a 'nice & vice MARKET' sign, and a large abstract mural.

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

7. Wyndham Garden Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

9.6 km from Port Tampa Bay

bobby

AED 459

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and wooden cabinets.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Brandon Tampa, FL

10 km from Port Tampa Bay

Amber

AED 386

AED 438 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a painting on the wall.

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.

9. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

8.2 km from Port Tampa Bay

Joseph

AED 477

AED 542 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors, and a staircase.

A compact living space with a sofa, coffee maker, microwave, and a sink in a kitchenette area.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.

A reception area with a curved reception desk, a wall with decorative metal art, and a tiled floor.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Brandon

10 km from Port Tampa Bay

Pete

AED 509

AED 578 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

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.

11. Quality Inn and Conference Center Tampa-Brandon

8.8 km from Port Tampa Bay

Diego

AED 250

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a desk, two laptops, and a large window.

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

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

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

5.9 km from Port Tampa Bay

Padmini

AED 419

AED 475 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign for 'Courtyard by Marriott'.

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

Juan

AED 403

AED 457 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a blue carpet.

14. Hotel South Tampa & Suites

7.3 km from Port Tampa Bay

Sherri

AED 304

AED 345 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative plants.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a conference table.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a television on a stand, and a small table.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tampa-Brandon

10.1 km from Port Tampa Bay

Jacqueline

AED 389

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottled beverages, a bar counter, and two green upholstered chairs with gold legs.

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

A laundry room with four front-loading washing machines, a door with a frosted glass panel, and a countertop with folded towels.

16. Springhill Suites by Marriott Tampa Brandon

9.4 km from Port Tampa Bay

Mirela

AED 433

AED 491 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with a small rug.

A modern room with a large TV, sliding glass doors to a balcony, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern indoor pool area with a tiled edge, a table with chairs, and a seating area with lounge chairs.

17. Mint House Tampa Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Tampa, 3.7 km from Port Tampa Bay

James A Burkhart

AED 433

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

18. Hotel Haya

Historic Ybor, 4.7 km from Port Tampa Bay

Mativa

AED 553

AED 756 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel atrium with multiple floors, a central courtyard with palm trees, and a sign reading "Welcome to the Four Points by Sheraton Tampa Airport Westshore."

A gym with various cardio machines, a large window with blue lighting, and a wall-mounted TV.

A lobby with a marble floor, two sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained landscaping.

19. Four Points by Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore

9.3 km from Port Tampa Bay

Donata

AED 342

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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.

20. Comfort Suites Tampa - Brandon

9.3 km from Port Tampa Bay

Fernando

AED 358

AED 407 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Port Tampa Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel Tampa Brandon	9.8 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Tampa Brandon	8.6 Excellent 318 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Riverview/Brandon	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Port Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"Food was good in the Cuban restaurant.( breakfast) I thought the hotel was right on the river it is not. Shuttle to cruise ship was supposed to run every 15 minutes did not . So beware if u need to get to the ship take a taxi or walk."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Cristal at the Front Desk was Amazing at my check in, and the rest of the employees were super Helpful. Thank you all"

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was EXCELLENT...PERFECT...service,ubication,staff and all hotel really clean really good"

Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

10/10 Excellent

"No access to gym due to construction for renovations/repairs. Lobby was basic and completely covered with drapes."

ROOST Tampa

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great spot. Really lovely rooms. Will definitely stay here again."

Hilton Tampa Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

"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."

Spacious Tampa Pool Home with 5 Bedrooms. 5 minutes from Downtown Tampa.

10/10 Excellent

"This place was very enjoyable, spacious, and great location! Host was very good with communication. Would definitely recommend. Absolutely, do not expect to host any large gatherings. Neighbors are very sensitive."

Boho-Inspired Retreat • Close to Downtown & Ybor

10/10 Excellent

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

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. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Riverview Brandon

4. Spark by Hilton Tampa Brandon

5. Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Riverview/Brandon

6. Cambria Hotel Tampa-Brandon

7. Wyndham Garden Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Brandon Tampa, FL

9. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Brandon

11. Quality Inn and Conference Center Tampa-Brandon

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

13. Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Brandon

14. Hotel South Tampa & Suites

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Tampa-Brandon

16. Springhill Suites by Marriott Tampa Brandon

17. Mint House Tampa Downtown by Kasa

18. Hotel Haya

19. Four Points by Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore

20. Comfort Suites Tampa - Brandon

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Top Port Tampa Bay Hotel Reviews

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Westin Tampa Downtown Waterside

ROOST Tampa

Hilton Tampa Downtown

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

Spacious Tampa Pool Home with 5 Bedrooms. 5 minutes from Downtown Tampa.

Boho-Inspired Retreat • Close to Downtown & Ybor

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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