Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens
720 E Fowler Ave/I-275Tampa , FL 33612
Nightly Rates: ($49.00 - $59.00)
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Hotel Description:
The Howard Johnson Tampa North/Busch Gardens is located in Tampa on I-275 at the Fowler Ave. exit(Exit 51). With our convenient location we have much to offer in the way of things to see and do. For those of you with a taste for the exotic we are just 2 miles from the famous Busch Gardens Theme Park. We are less than an hour's drive from the silver sands of Clearwater Beach, and if shopping is your thing, Tampa's University Mall with various boutiques, restaurants, and lounges is minutes away. Children under 18 stay free with parents, and cribs are available at no extra charge. We now feature our RISE and DINE Continental Breakfast with over 10 items plus juice and coffee. AND we now have free Wireless Internet Access in all guest rooms. For stays of 5+nights, please call or email the hotel directly.
Check In: 2:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Native currency: American Dollars
Number of floors: 2
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Columbia Restaurant:
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University Restaurant:
Chilis Bar n Grill:
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Hotel Amenities:
(additional fees may apply to certain amenities)- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Internet Access – Complimentary
- Microwave
- Bus Parking
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
- Coffee Maker in Room
- FAX
- Wireless Internet Access
- Over Sized Rooms
- Outdoor Parking
- Security
- Wake-up Service
- Copy Service
- Ice Machine
- Guest Laundromat
- Outdoor Pool
- Refrigerator
- Terrace
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Internet Access – Complimentary
- Microwave
- Bus Parking
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
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Location Description:
Business district, Entertainment district, Shopping district, Expressway
Tampa Fairgrounds
Doctors Office
Tampa Football Stadium
Automated Teller
Bank
Beauty Shop
Billiards Pool Hall
Bowling Alley
Cinema
Church
Convience Store
Drug Store
Dry Cleaners
Florist
Gasoline Station
Golf Course
Go Karts
Tampa Downs Horse Racing
University Hospital
Jogging Trails
Mini Golf Course
News Stand
USF Tennis Courts
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE INDUSTRY
SUPERMARKET
Beach Clearwater
Cruise Lines
Adventure Island
Busch Gardens
Disneyworld
Lowry Park Zoo
Museum Of Science n Industry
Ybor City
Shriners Hospital
University Of South Florida
University Square Mall
VA Hospital
Sun Dome
ARPT St Pertersburg A P
ARPT Tampa Int l
TAXI Local
Doctors Office
Tampa Football Stadium
Automated Teller
Bank
Beauty Shop
Billiards Pool Hall
Bowling Alley
Cinema
Church
Convience Store
Drug Store
Dry Cleaners
Florist
Gasoline Station
Golf Course
Go Karts
Tampa Downs Horse Racing
University Hospital
Jogging Trails
Mini Golf Course
News Stand
USF Tennis Courts
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE INDUSTRY
SUPERMARKET
Beach Clearwater
Cruise Lines
Adventure Island
Busch Gardens
Disneyworld
Lowry Park Zoo
Museum Of Science n Industry
Ybor City
Shriners Hospital
University Of South Florida
University Square Mall
VA Hospital
Sun Dome
ARPT St Pertersburg A P
ARPT Tampa Int l
TAXI Local
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Guest Ratings & Reviews for Howard Johnson Express Inn - Tampa North/Busch Gardens:
Aug. 20, 2009
Overall Rating:
The employee who checked us in was very polite and accommodating. 
The room and facilities were old and run down. The room smelled of mildew and our bed was not comfortable at all. N/A
Mar. 21, 2007
Overall Rating:
I really liked the staff. That�s about it. Other than that. Well at least I wasn't shot even though the police were there almost everyday. I didn't like the people staying at the hotel. The neighbors fought all the time. It resulted in someone calling the police numerous times. As long as you make sure you bring tanning lotion, plenty of water to keep you hydrated, a gun to keep you safe, and don't leave your room once it gets dark and you'll be fine. If it gets to loud and crazy just turn the volume of the television up to drow...Read More
Jan. 23, 2007
Overall Rating:
Service and cleanliness exceeds expected for price. Could use more parking. While this is not the best location in Tampa, it is safe and the motel is very clean and the service is extremely good. If you are doing bush gardens, this is the cleanest and nicest motel within 15 miles.
Aug. 07, 2006
Overall Rating:
Breakfast and the complimentary newspaper was very pleasant. Everything after that. As prices you didn't even get what you paid for. The pool is out of order, roaches in the rooms, the television channels not there unless you are planning on being a news broadcaster there are only 21 channels out of the 21-6 of them are news channels. Th...Read More
May. 15, 2006
Overall Rating:
N/A The room I stayed in was dirty and smelled like smoke. As a the director of one of the largest non-profit organizations that creates affordable housing in California, this hotel was the worse hotel I ever stayed in. The room was dirty, smelled like smoke and I found bugs in the bed.
Mar. 17, 2006
Overall Rating:
Convenient location. It needs some miner things worked on in the building its self. Over all a good stay. Clean. Pool also clean. Nice shower this is so important, Friendly staff. Close to I-275 Tampa and I-75. Just needs some cosmetic cleanup.
Feb. 19, 2006
Overall Rating:
At least it includes breakfast. N/A The only thing this property had on the Motel 6 was the breakfast and newspaper. The property generally has a dilapidated feel, and I was really concerned about personal safety because even at half past midnight when I arrived, the doors leading to inside...Read More
Feb. 17, 2005
Overall Rating:
Close to Busch Gardens. Very old, dirty, awful service, extremely rude management. It was a nightmare staying at this hotel. The hotel is very old and rooms smell. Hotel is run by some very rude gentlemen who don't know any thing about customer service. Very very dirty hotel and rooms.