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

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view of a roller coaster.

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.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Busch Gardens Area

2.7 km from University Mall

Marilena

Rp1.802.278

Rp2.045.585 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

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

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

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

Terrace Park, 1.8 km from University Mall

Amanda

Rp2.167.962

Rp2.460.636 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 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 lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.

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

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

Venise

Rp1.660.838

Rp1.885.051 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 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 bathroom with a white sink, dark blue cabinets, and a toilet paper holder.

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

Rp287.145

Rp1.714.043 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 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 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.

5. Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG

Terrace Park, 1.7 km from University Mall

Sherita

Rp1.792.144

Rp2.034.083 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 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 large bed, a sofa, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

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

6. Hyatt Place Busch Gardens

0.8 km from University Mall

Francis

Rp1.949.750

Rp2.214.740 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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.

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

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

1.7 km from University Mall

Jake

Rp2.313.463

Rp2.625.781 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital display, and a ceiling with a wooden slat design.

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

2.6 km from University Mall

Maria

Rp1.951.840

Rp2.215.339 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

A nighttime pool area with lounge chairs and a pool.

9. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

2.4 km from University Mall

Denis

Rp1.340.896

Rp1.521.918 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table.

10. Gardenview

2.4 km from University Mall

Wesley

Rp1.996.200

Rp2.265.687 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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.

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

11. BAY INN

2.5 km from University Mall

Juan

Rp1.282.004

Rp1.455.075 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 kitchenette, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

A pool area with a curved pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

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

0.8 km from University Mall

Luis

Rp1.092.569

Rp1.240.041 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

A bathroom with a sink, towel dispenser, and a hairdryer 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.

13. Tampa Inn - Near Busch Gardens

2.7 km from University Mall

Olga

Rp1.195.946

Rp1.357.398 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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 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.

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

Terrace Park, 1.6 km from University Mall

David

Rp1.501.941

Rp1.704.703 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

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

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

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

New Tampa, 7 km from University Mall

DAGMAR

Rp2.165.641

Rp2.458.001 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 with a covered entrance and outdoor seating area.

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

16. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

9.3 km from University Mall

Joseph

Rp2.058.304

Rp2.336.175 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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 Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring a red and beige facade, a covered parking area, and a landscaped front yard with trees.

A swimming pool with a water feature, a lifeguard sign, and blue chairs.

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

10.3 km from University Mall

Maureen D

Rp1.861.125

Rp2.112.377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a busy intersection with light trails.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire pit, surrounded by plants and overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a variety of bottles.

18. Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

Downtown Tampa, 12.1 km from University Mall

Arays

Rp2.546.196

Rp2.918.292 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, desk, and bed.

19. Hyatt House Tampa Downtown

Downtown Tampa, 12.1 km from University Mall

Jeffrey

Rp2.548.926

Rp2.921.421 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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.

An outdoor patio with seating and tables, a pool, and a building with yellow and beige walls.

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

New Tampa, 9.8 km from University Mall

Celica

Rp1.643.982

Rp1.865.919 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 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 1,229 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 2,871 reviews	View
ZenHomes in Tampa near Busch Gardens	8.8 Excellent 72 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Tampa North by IHG	8.6 Excellent 893 reviews	View

Top University Mall Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Tampa Near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"100 de 100 Recomendado"

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

10/10 Excellent

"I thought the property was very clean and the staff was very niceI’m"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is clean and comfortable, with a very convenient location, especially for anyone visiting the University of South Florida (USF). It is close to campus and makes getting to school easy. The staff is very friendly, welcoming, and helpful."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Nice staff and beatifull place."

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

8/10 Good

"Clean, functional room. Close to key landmarks such as Moffitt Cancer Centers and University of Southern Florida."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

8/10 Good

"Well localed for USF"

BAY INN

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Econo Lodge Tampa near Busch Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"The property is old,cleaned as it can be, the conditions fit the price. For a budget travelers, I recommend the hotel."

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 great live music and lively festivals.

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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 lively festivals and great live music.

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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 29 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 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 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 Side Splitters Comedy Club and New World Music Hall. Enjoy the outdoors at University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Lettuce Lake Park 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. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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

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. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa-North

16. TownePlace Suites Tampa Casino Area

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

18. Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

19. Hyatt House Tampa Downtown

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

OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa USF Busch Gardens by IHG

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens

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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