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A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a seating area with a giraffe statue.

A reception area with a bench, a reception desk, a patterned wall, and a large window.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks and treats, a chalkboard sign welcoming to Tampa, and a 'Treats' sign.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front area.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

2.7 km from University Mall

Amanda

P6,360

P7,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and coffee maker, a small TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a dining space.

A breakfast area with a self-service station, a large table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

1.8 km from University Mall

Henrice

P7,484

P8,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, refrigerator, and a small dining area with two chairs.

A bathroom with a white sink, dark blue cabinets, and a toilet paper holder.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

3. ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens

0.9 km from University Mall

Sailimar

P1,520

P5,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a dining area, and a TV on the wall.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a well-lit facade.

4. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

1.7 km from University Mall

Derrick

P6,568

P7,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An aerial view of a hotel with a heart-shaped pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a landscaped garden.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk, a bed, a large mirror, and a kitchen area.

A person sitting in a wicker chair on artificial grass, surrounded by a black fence and lush greenery.

5. OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

1.5 km from University Mall

Fiona

P7,262

P8,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a van, and flags.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a sink.

A room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a framed abstract art piece on the wall.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

2.6 km from University Mall

Sumae

P6,693

P7,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a TV.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and palm trees.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

7. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

0.8 km from University Mall

Yecenia

P6,875

P7,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a staircase connecting the floors.

A spacious indoor area with a blue patterned carpet, multiple tables with chairs, and a central seating area with a white tablecloth.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor seating areas, and a central staircase.

A modern lobby with seating, artwork, and a Starbucks sign.

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

1.7 km from University Mall

Eric

P8,668

P9,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a central coffee station, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a staircase.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

2.4 km from University Mall

John

P4,732

P5,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

10. Gardenview

2.4 km from University Mall

Wesley

P5,864

P6,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and a fence.

A building with a red roof and beige walls, a parking lot, and palm trees.

A laundry room with three stacked washers and dryers, a small window, and a ceiling light.

11. BAY INN

2.5 km from University Mall

Richard

P3,753

P4,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled deck.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a sign reading "Delicious Burgers", and a wall with illuminated letters spelling "EAT".

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a wall clock, and a window with blinds.

12. Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens

0.8 km from University Mall

Luis

P3,687

P4,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with two brown sofas, a glass coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A Tampa Inn with a brown metal roof, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A clear swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence and outdoor furniture.

A bathroom with a sink, towel dispenser, and a hairdryer mounted on the wall.

13. Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

2.7 km from University Mall

Olga

P3,968

P4,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A garden pathway leading to a gazebo, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a parking lot, and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

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

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham USF (Near Busch Gardens)

1.6 km from University Mall

David

P5,295

P6,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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.

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

10.3 km from University Mall

Padmini

P7,944

P9,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with illuminated windows.

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a modern building adjacent to it.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

New Tampa, 7 km from University Mall

Lucille

P6,592

P7,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A building with a beige facade, black stone steps, and potted plants on the steps.

A kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a water dispenser. There is a shelf with kitchen utensils and a coffee machine.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wooden sideboard, and a window with blinds.

17. Palm Villa Hostel

Tampa Heights, 10.4 km from University Mall

Ytdelim

P10,584

P12,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

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

18. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

9.3 km from University Mall

Joseph

P8,132

P9,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a pool area.

A well-lit convenience store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and household items.

A residential building with a garage entrance, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating arrangements, including round tables and chairs, and a fireplace.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Tampa Sabal Park/Brandon

12.5 km from University Mall

Casey

P8,951

P10,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern restaurant with round tables, bar stools, and a bar area.

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

A hotel pool area with a clear blue pool, a brick walkway, and a building with large windows and a yellow facade.

A modern reception area with a curved counter, a self-service kiosk, and a glass door entrance.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms

New Tampa, 9.8 km from University Mall

Bernice

P6,061

P6,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to University Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area	9.2 Wonderful 1,251 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens	8.8 Excellent 75 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG	8.6 Excellent 931 reviews	View
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF	8.6 Excellent 3,079 reviews	View

Top University Mall Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

8/10 Good

"All its ok just what supposed to expect in a regular hotel. The breakfast is just a simple too."

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

8/10 Good

"We have stayed here twice in the last 8 months, I enjoy the hotel and the breakfast is decent but the dang elevator is always out, leaving only one elevator to service 6 floors. It takes an absolute eternity to catch it one way or another and we of course were on the 6th floor which made it even more annoying. We were using the stairs and still beating the elevator. It was out the last time we stayed as well which leaves me to believe it was never fixed. This needs to be addresses, several guests were upset about it including us."

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was really nice inside, and the rooms were great, and the staff was wonderful"

Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Refurbished, great comfy king bed, clean, nice pool....all we needed."

BAY INN

8/10 Good

"Close to transportation and easy access"

Econo Lodge Tampa near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Room was sleepable"

Gardenview

8/10 Good

"Good"

Other attractions near University Mall

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

8.8/10 (6,744 reviews)

Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.

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University of South Florida Botanical Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Tampa. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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The Grand

After visiting The Grand, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa.

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Skyride

You can take time to visit Skyride during your travels to Tampa. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

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TK Lounge

After visiting TK Lounge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa.

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Marshall Student Center

After visiting Marshall Student Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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beach near Montu

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

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beach near East Bougainvillea Avenue

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University Mall?

University Mall is located in an area of Tampa known for its picturesque gardens, sporting events, and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 29 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University Mall?

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from University Mall. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Place Busch Gardens and Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens.

How many hotels are there near University Mall?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University Mall.

What can I see and do near University Mall?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Science and Industry and University of South Florida Contemporary Art Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Side Splitters Comedy Club and New World Music Hall. Enjoy the outdoors at University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Varsity Tennis Courts, or Lettuce Lake Park.

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Our top choices for University Mall hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

3. ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens

4. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

5. OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

7. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

10. Gardenview

11. BAY INN

12. Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens

13. Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham USF (Near Busch Gardens)

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

17. Palm Villa Hostel

18. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Tampa Sabal Park/Brandon

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa North/I 75 Tampa Palms

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Top University Mall Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

BAY INN

Econo Lodge Tampa near Busch Gardens

Gardenview

Other attractions near University Mall

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

University of South Florida Botanical Gardens

The Grand

Skyride

TK Lounge

Marshall Student Center

beach near Montu

beach near East Bougainvillea Avenue

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