This Marriott could be considered an airport hotel for Tampa, but there's such a large business sector next to the airport it's been put in more of a business park category. Quiet on the weekend (when we were there) and definitely designed for male business travelers, as evidenced by the numerous steakhouses and strip clubs in the area (including the strip club directly across the street). Two shopping malls nearby, and also a long boulevard of all the chain stores you might want = Walmart, Whole Foods, Best Buy, fast food. Easy to run errands and get what you need.
We were given a nice, end room on the corner of the top floor, which made jockeying around in the bathroom a little strange, given the wall angles. Only 1 sink, so if travelling with 2 or more, might request a different room. Super comfy bed = wish I had one of them right now. Nice shower with large tub. Bath & Bodyworks toiletries.
We had booked on a special = free internet, free brekkie, and late check-out - and had to fight tooth and nail for the hotel staff to honor each of them, which seemed kind of strange. Very nice buffet in restaurant = tons of options for all eaters. Restaurant workers were a little *too* courteous = probably checked in on us 10+ times each meal, no exaggeration. But props for effort.
Overall, a great place to either put your head down and work during the week or stop over on the weekend for a getaway or en route to other places.
- Courtyard Tampa
- Tampa Marriott
- Tampa Courtyard
- Courtyard Tampa Westshore Airport
