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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG

8610 Elm Fair Boulevard, Tampa, FL
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG is a 2-star hotels in Tampa, FL. Guest sentiment is solid at 8.8/10 based on 639 guest reviews. Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Practical perks include parking options, on-site dining, group-friendly meeting facilities.
Convenient Location
Located just minutes from the Florida State Fairgrounds and the Hard Rock Casino, our Tampa hotel offers easy access off Interstate 4, making it a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.
Modern Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of modern in-room amenities, such as microwaves and refrigerators, ensuring a comfortable stay during your visit to Tampa.
On-Site Features
Start your day right with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet or grab a quick snack from our on-site convenience store. Stay active at our modern fitness center or unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, adding an extra touch of relaxation to your stay.
Book now and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at the Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino.
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8610 Elm Fair Boulevard, Tampa, FL
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG sits in Tampa, FL, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tampa-Fairgrounds-Casino by IHG is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider Tampa activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in Tampa, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
Several reviews indicated cleanliness was good, but issues with odor and dirty bathrooms were mentioned.
Most reviews were positive about staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Close proximity to concert venues, which was appreciated by many guests.
Mixed sentiments; some felt rooms were dated or had issues, while others found them comfortable.
Amenities were decent, but there were concerns about additional charges and limited offerings.
Guests felt that for the price paid, especially for a one-night stay, the hotel did not meet expectations.
Breakfast received positive remarks, though some reviews mentioned it was just average.
Overall, guests had enjoyable visits but highlighted specific improvements needed.
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in: 03:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Up to 6 adults per room, up to 8 rooms per booking.