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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

Pedro

RM414

RM470 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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 hotel reception area with a counter, vending machines, and a sign indicating 'Hilton Honors'.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Terrace Park, 1.8 km from University Mall

Amanda

RM498

RM565 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 room with two beds, a desk, a shower, and artwork on the walls.

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

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

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

Terrace Park, 1.5 km from University Mall

Claudia

RM351

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

A fenced backyard with a seahorse decoration, a small house, and a large tree.

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

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

4. ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens

0.9 km from University Mall

Erik

RM99

RM473 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

5. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

Terrace Park, 1.7 km from University Mall

Sherita

RM412

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

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.

6. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

0.8 km from University Mall

Yecenia

RM436

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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.

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

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

2.6 km from University Mall

Sumae

RM412

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a well-stocked bar.

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

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

1.7 km from University Mall

doug

RM531

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A nighttime pool area with lounge chairs and a pool.

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

Veronica

RM308

RM350 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

A reception area with a reception desk, a digital display, a notice board, and a small plant.

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.

10. BAY INN

2.5 km from University Mall

Juan

RM251

RM284 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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.

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

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

0.8 km from University Mall

Luis

RM251

RM285 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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.

12. Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

2.7 km from University Mall

Olga

RM232

RM264 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a green sofa, a small table, a desk, and a bed.

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

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

Terrace Park, 1.6 km from University Mall

David

RM310

RM352 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A beach with clear shallow water and a sandy shore.

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

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

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

14. Tampa Heights Bungalow

Tampa Heights, 9 km from University Mall

Rebekah

RM196

RM292 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

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.

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

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

10.3 km from University Mall

Padmini

RM448

RM508 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a framed welcome sign, a lamp, and two armchairs.

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

RM498

RM565 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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.

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

17. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

9.3 km from University Mall

Joseph

RM509

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rooftop swimming pool with a city skyline in the background, palm trees, and a 'No Diving' sign.

A reception area with a "WELCOME TO CIGAR CITY" sign, a reception desk, and multiple elevators.

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

A modern living room with a built-in entertainment system, wooden cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV.

18. Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Channel District, 11.7 km from University Mall

Jannelle

RM550

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a 'No Diving' sign.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hampton Inn' sign, a Starbucks, and a modern entrance with a colorful awning.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee machine, and a sign that reads "inspired table".

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District

Channel District, 11.7 km from University Mall

Samantha

RM550

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern lobby with a curved ceiling, wooden accents, and a seating area with orange and patterned ottomans.

A modern interior with a geometric wall design and a tiled floor.

An outdoor patio with seating, string lights, and palm trees.

A modern lounge area with a round pink sofa, green and white chairs, a white coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Tampa Fairgrounds Casino

10.5 km from University Mall

Nichole

RM465

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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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 1,241 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF	8.6 Excellent 2,984 reviews	View
ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens	8.8 Excellent 73 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG	8.6 Excellent 909 reviews	View

Top University Mall Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

8/10 Good

"This location is less appeasing that other Hyatt place stays. The staff was excellent for sure. But the building itself is outdated and one of the two elevators didn’t work. So it took a long time to wait on the elevator. It’s located in a great area with lots of amenities nearby. I’d stay at this location again if i travel solo but with family or friends I’d probably pick a different location."

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

8/10 Good

"The place was really nice. The staff was amazing. I just wish they would buy new bed frames and maybe touchup the property. It looks a little old and dingy."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and friendly staff"

Holiday Inn Express Tampa N I-75 - University Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great and convenient"

Econo Lodge Tampa near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Room was sleepable"

Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"It was a nice clean quiet room.. and the staff was awesome... I would go back anytime..."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"The restaurant had great food!!! Place was clean. Only complaint I had was the shower in are room would not get hot or even warm! But other than that it was great. Big rooms."

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

10/10 Excellent

"everything was good"

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

8/10 Good

"Perfect for what I needed. Only stayed one night for a concert and the bed was comfy. Only issue was that the walls are pretty thin so it’s easy to hear your neighbors and mine at the time were very loud."

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 theatre 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, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens and Hyatt Place Busch Gardens.

How many hotels are there near University Mall?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options 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 prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options 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 New World Music Hall and Side Splitters Comedy Club. Enjoy the outdoors at Lettuce Lake Park, University of South Florida Botanical Gardens or Varsity Tennis Courts.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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

4. ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens

5. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

6. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

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

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

10. BAY INN

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

12. Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

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

14. Tampa Heights Bungalow

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

17. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

18. Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Tampa Fairgrounds Casino

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Top University Mall Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Tampa N I-75 - University Area by IHG

Econo Lodge Tampa near Busch Gardens

Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Tampa - Busch Gardens

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

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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