Located near Cigar City Brewery, Hotel South Tampa & Suites offers a continental breakfast, free in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.
Near a train station, Hotel South Tampa & Suites is in Virginia Park, a neighbourhood in Tampa with good airport proximity. Cigar City Brewery and Port of Tampa are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Hyde Park Village and International Plaza and Bay Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Raymond James Stadium or Benchmark International Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Tampa travel guide
3314 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL, 33629
What's nearby
Benchmark International Arena
9 min drive - 8.1 km
Port of Tampa
10 min drive - 8.7 km
Raymond James Stadium
13 min drive - 8.0 km
Palma Ciea Dog Park
5 min drive - 2.7 km
Cal Dickson Tennis Center
5 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station
12 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
13 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin'
13 min walk
Steak 'n Shake
17 min walk
McDonald's
7 min walk
Taco Bell
12 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings
14 min walk
About this property
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
Hotel near Hyde Park Village
Located close to Cigar City Brewery, Hotel South Tampa & Suites provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
A vending machine, a front desk safe and free newspapers
Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 81 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour gym
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
1,195 square feet of conference space
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Outdoors
Free pool cabanas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Property is also known as
Howard Johnson Express Inn South Tampa Airport
Howard Johnson Express South Tampa Airport
South Tampa & Suites Tampa
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Hotel
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Tampa
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Hotel Tampa
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel South Tampa & Suites have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel South Tampa & Suites?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel South Tampa & Suites on 10 Mar 2026 start from ฿4,418, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel South Tampa & Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Hotel South Tampa & Suites?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel South Tampa & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel South Tampa & Suites?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Hotel South Tampa & Suites located?
Located in Virginia Park, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Hyde Park Village, and within 6 mi (10 km) of MacDill Air Force Base and Cigar City Brewery. University of Tampa and Henry B. Plant Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel South Tampa & Suites Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Great staff, clean rooms and nice pool! Have stayed when in town for family visits & always felt safe.
Nancy SUSAN
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
4 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was smooth and quick. Staff was very personable.
The room was spotless and everything worked well.
The breakfast this morning was a plus. They served both hot and cold foods.
This is where I will stay when visiting Tampa. Highly recommend.
Came here for Christmas vacation. Will visit and stay in this hotel again. Nice and clean rooms with well lit balconies and open air. Breakfast is the best..!
I can definitely recommend this hotel
I was very content with my week stay everything was awesome and comfortable staff were all very nice and helpful I will be back
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Kasey
9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, close to where I needed to go.