Grand Oaks
Tampa
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Popular places to visit
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Raymond James Stadium
Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tampa Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Tampa Convention Center, a top convention center in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top college in Tampa. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Busch Gardens Tampa or Adventure Island® Park Tickets
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket
1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa
Dolphin Watching in Boca Ciega Bay
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Top hotels in Grand Oaks
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
Excellent
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens
The staff were great. Very welcoming. The room was good. Strong smell of cleaning supplies. Only issue is that the door had to be slammed to lock. If not it could be pushed right open. Great place for the 2 nights we stayed.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Yes room was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Hotel Haya
Great staff- very accommodating!
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area
This was our first time staying at this Hampton in Tampa. The conveience is unmatched and walkable distance from Busch Gardens is just amazing. The only issue we had is that the shuttle from the hotel to the park only operated starting Thursday and we didn't know until after we booked the hotel. ...
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Wyndham Garden Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino
Clean room & nice staff
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Oaks
New Tampa
Travelers come to New Tampa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lettuce Lake Park and Cypress Creek Trailhead while you're in town.
Temple Terrace
Temple Terrace is beloved for its beautiful gardens. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Temple Terrace Tennis Center and Bowlero Tampa Bay.
Carrollwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carrollwood and surrounding area, you can visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Westfield Citrus Park.
Old Seminole Heights
While Old Seminole Heights isn't home to many top sights, ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tampa Heights
While Tampa Heights isn't home to many top sights, Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ybor City
Ybor City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ritz Ybor or The Orpheum.
