Name: Red Roof Inn Tampa Fairgrounds - Casino
Address: 5001 North US 301, Tampa, Florida, United States of America, Tampa, Florida, US
Price range: $50–$111 per night
Rating: 5.7

What guests think

At Red Roof Inn Tampa Fairgrounds - Casino, guests report widely varying stays, with frequent complaints about cleanliness, pests, and maintenance balanced against some budget‑friendly overnights that met basic needs overall.

Many guests describe roaches, stained bedding, musty or smoky odors, and broken fixtures, while renovations and construction clutter around the property add to a run‑down feel. Service is inconsistent: some praise friendly staff, but others cite rudeness, surprise deposits or early check‑in fees, key‑card hassles, and refund or reservation disputes. The area is convenient to concerts and the casino yet can feel sketchy, with several mentions of loitering and noise. Expect basic lodging focused on location rather than comfort.

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Facilities

Facilities are limited, with multiple reviews noting no elevator to the second floor and only an ice machine near the lobby. Ongoing renovations leave construction debris around the grounds, and several guests mention no breakfast and limited in‑room appliances unless upgraded.

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LISMARIE C

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was good but it was needed to upgrade to a premium room in order to have microwave and a fridge. The room floor wasn't clean. When asked the room service for coffee they sent me to the front desk.

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David M

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at this hotel were very rude and not pleasant to talk to at all. There is no elevator for second floor and they charge extra to be on the first floor. I got there 10 minutes before check in time and they said it would be an extra $25 to check in right then even though the room was ready. So I waited the 10 minutes and checked in to not have to pay the extra. Really the only thing I can say good about this hotel is the location.

8

Michelle

Aug 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were great. Property is under renovation so there was a lot of “stuff” everywhere. Room was clean .

6

Sandy

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It looks like they may be in the process of remodeling but it looks bad when you drive up. Old mattresses and junk laying around.

4

Allison

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was nice but property is run down. Some sketchy guy followed us to our room. The room key stopped working so I had to go back to the lobby late at night. No ice. One small machine at the lobby for the whole hotel. Beds were comfortable and room was mostly clean.

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Amy

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Roaches! No elevator and was placed on 2nd floor. No help with bags. Roaches were reported they said sorry ams that was it. The $100 deposit was on an old room. $100 deposut was a suprise and stopped me from getting my next hotel room.

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Elizabeth

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were very disappointed in our room overall. We were told when our daughter stopped by to check it out that we would have a superior room on first floor. We were early (30) min check in and had to pay $25 extra and then we had to stay on the second floor. Out side area, steps, were in need of paint> Ice maker was not operative. The room had roaches, hair on the bathroom floor, tub was cracked, towel rack in bathroom was missing. We had reservation for three days. Second day we were not serviced, had no towels, only one trash can, not emptied. We were told that we had to request service that morning. No one knocked,on our door and we were there. Very subpar and wanted us to leave a tip. We checked out after second day. No refund offered but they took a $50 deposit up front. Our first experience with Red Roof was not good.

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Eileen

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is going through renovation and I was able to get one of the new rooms. Rooms are beautiful. Very clean. The cons are no microwave, no coffee machine and no fridge. Maybe they will be added later. They did have coffee available in the office. Coffee was very good!

6

Ghassan

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is going through renovation - room was updated, however the outside is still in very poor condition, construction equipment, material, and garbage everywhere, new furniture is clean, and looks nice, but not to be considered more than average. Towels and toiletries are of a very low grade. 2 star hotel at most

6

Imani

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall was ok. Wasn’t the best area, and someone had a fight outside my door. Room was clean. No breakfast.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a recurring problem, with many reports of roaches, stained bedding, dirty floors and bathrooms, mold, and strong smoke or musty odors. A few guests found rooms acceptably clean, but complaints dominate.

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Alyssa

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked bc of proximity to fairgrounds for a show with my family, but the 1st room they checked us into wasn’t clean, still had stuff from whomever had just stayed. Gave us a new room in a different building, and there were roaches everywhere. I would not stay here if you can help it.

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Gilberto

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled the sheets were dirty and the bathroom filthy one of the worst ive seen i got what i paid for never again

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Michele

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

THE PICTURES ARE A LIE. I DO NOT know how this hotel has the rating it has. We didnt check things over 100% when we walked in as we were late for our event. It smelt clean we could smell bleach. However, while doing my hair the bathroom counter was tacky & the mirror had something on it, & my husband said he had water to above his ankles in the shower. We came back that night and i started to get ready for bed, dirt on the floor i went in to use the bathroom and the floor and walls were nasty, pulled the sheets down on the bed and there is grease or something & hair all on the sheets i wanted to barf, couldnt call the front desk phones dont work & we were stuck at the back of the property so it wasnt a quick walk to the front had to get in my car, the man working was like no other rooms. I wish i could write more but it only gives us so many characters to tell you how GROSS, oh dont forget the HOOKERS crawling threw the lot. AC full of dust, pillows stunk of dirty greasy person & cigarette smoke, had to sleep with a towel on the pillow. only thing that match photos was the bed cover. Mold & Rust through out the room. We both woke with a headache and sore throat. Have a lot more photos but can only add 8, DO NOT STAY HERE

2

Josefina

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The AC in our room was so loud and there was a huge paddle of water from condensation. The room was the dirtiest we have every stayed in and it smelled like mold and humidity.

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Pamela

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room just felt dirty overall. There were dead bugs (roaches) on the floor. There was a roach crawling on our bag when we woke up in the morning. The bathtub was clogged. The floor was dirty and the walls were stained. The beds at least felt clean. We just needed a place to spend the night, but we definitely got what we paid for.

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Bethany

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was filthy! The door didn’t have a security latch. There was mold on the rim of the bathtub. Dirty linen on both beds. Towels weren’t clean. Burn holes in the comforters. Chicken bones on the floor around the air conditioner and under the chair. The chair arms were torn up. It was NOTHING like the pictures presented online. This place was disgusting!! If I would have known it was going to be that bad, I would have cancelled the reservation and went somewhere else. I will never stay here again and I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone!!

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Luis

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was no bath soap in the dispensaries nor shampoo, the walls were dirty and the room smelled damp.

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Alan

Mar 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I took pictures. The property was abysmal. Good under the bed. Mold in the bathroom. Nasty tub. Huge chunks of hair. Worst I’ve ever stayed in…The front desk was so nice.

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Mike

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is the worst hotel I have ever stayed in. The carpet was wet and smelled like urine. The sheets were stained and other peoples hair was in between the sheets. The bathrooms were tiny and the renovations were sloppy. If you have any other options do not book here.

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Sasha

May 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I checked out of the hotel the same day I checked in! This place is filthy and unsanitary! There were bugs in the bed, blood on the lamp, ceiling falling apart, dirty toilet, nasty floor, soiled chair, even the toilet paper roll was dirty. These are only a few things wrong. I wouldn’t let my dog stay the night here! I am trying to get a refund but that is becoming a hassle too!

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and vary widely; guests mention uncomfortable or sagging mattresses, very loud A/C, and TVs that sometimes don’t work. Some rooms lack a fridge or microwave unless you book a premium room, while a few note reliable Wi‑Fi and basic comfort.

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Prashant

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room and customer service

10

Brian

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quick one-night stay. The folks at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. Lobby is in desperate need of renovation and the lighted sign out front needs some love, too. The room was very good and the floors, shower, and furniture looked new. Some minor cleanliness concerns like finding long hairs on the sheets and one of the towels, but the rest was fine. WiFi worked great.

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LISMARIE C

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was good but it was needed to upgrade to a premium room in order to have microwave and a fridge. The room floor wasn't clean. When asked the room service for coffee they sent me to the front desk.

4

Melfreya

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staying at this hotel was all about the price and proximity to the casino. The room was very musty smelling, air conditioner was extremely loud, we killed a couple bugs in the bathroom, and paint was peeling off of the ceiling. It was pretty rough.

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Judith

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Place is in terrible need of maintenance and upkeep. Paint peeling off walls, ceiling chipping, tub had no porcelain left. Half of bed was totally flat. No comfort at all.

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Jacob

Dec 1, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Nice basic hotel. A little dated, but clean and felt safe.

8

Karen

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled heavily of bleach. I kept the room open for a brief moment to air out the the room.The AC unit was noisy. Overall the room was clean and a good value for the cost.

6

John

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty run down. Tv good and bed is good. Microwave and fridg.

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Joanne

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is my second time stayimg at this hotel. This time I stayed in room 142. The TV was all messed up, with a fuzzy picture on many of the channels. Also, the AC needs to be cleaned and was LOUD - like keep you awake loud. Also, it seems they had mopped/swept the middle of the rooms, but all the debris was just pushed into the corners/against walls, plus there were a bunch of big black bugs in the bathroom. Total bummer as I had stayed here before in another room, which was much better.

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Christal

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My room had very cold air conditioning, was clean and the bed was comfortable. There were a lot of plugs and USB charging ports.

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Service

Service feedback is mixed: some staff are friendly and helpful, while others are described as rude or unprofessional. Recurring issues include early check‑in fees, deposits, difficult refunds or reservation problems, and repeatedly nonworking key cards.

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Brian

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quick one-night stay. The folks at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. Lobby is in desperate need of renovation and the lighted sign out front needs some love, too. The room was very good and the floors, shower, and furniture looked new. Some minor cleanliness concerns like finding long hairs on the sheets and one of the towels, but the rest was fine. WiFi worked great.

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Brittany

Nov 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was unable to find my reservation I had to sleep in mc donalds parking lot

6

Dasmine

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was great the hostess was rude over talking trying to get the deposit

10

James

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The guy at the desk was very nice.

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Tracey

Dec 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Person at front desk stayed on the phone using the speaker while he checked us in. I actually thought it was a TV show an not a phone call as the talking was constant without the person saying anything. We could not see where the screen was. The room was dingy, the fridge door hinge was rusty as was the lamp and the chair was missing material. I went back to the front desk, asked the person to turn off whatever was playing in the background and asked for a different chair. The person told me to leave. I only took one photo before I was asked to leave.

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Cindy

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rate was fairly cheap when I booked (not allowed to.post moolah.lack of transparency ..as it doesn't matter since you can go online and do the math...) BUT due to Sharkcon.. The Offspring and other events ..the moolah DOUBLED..even though online in the RedRoof website it was much lower ..I booked through Expedia..at the lower rate called twice .the day before and once the day of .. as the lower amount was still listed online. I was told their website and Expedia's website wasn't updated with the CURRENT info .and they had 75 resevations. He would cancel me if I wanted but would NOT honor the online amount.so I will NEVER book there again..I could have stayed at the Hampton ..same amountWITH breakfast.. (I checked) ency is Lacking. .REDROOF .. DO BETTER. .if you wanted to charge inflated and Double amount..then list them in real time..UPFRONT..DONT give excuses. The room was very very musty..like it had not been freshened in months or they had a leak and water got in .. I advised this in their survey. .. Had He honored the what they listed online....I would not be leaving this review..but I think the BAIT and SWITCH was wrong.. too bad it is allowed in FL. During events...list the the REAL price and let people decide..it was NOT worth the money . now not even staying during non events.. this Bait and switch was bad business practice and I found "the "Cusomer is always right" did not apply..

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Janice

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelent customer service

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Robert

Nov 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I paid for a reserved room and upon arrival, was told the room was available. In order to have my ID checked, the Hotel Clerk made me leave the lobby and use an outside window. Although my ID and reservation was verified, I was then told my name was on a Do Not Rent list. I asked to have the paperwork printed out for verification and was denied proper access to the information. I was then told I couldn’t receive a key to my prepaid room, the Hotel Clerk cancelled my reservation, and tried to charge me $123 for a $60 room.

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robert

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have never written a bad review ever, Maybe a small complaint but never a bad review. Here we go. Booked on expedia from parking lot, ok rate for the area, went in to check in and guy was rude right off, upon review i had booked for the following Thuesday, not the tuesday we were actually there, no big deal my fault, He had rooms so offered me one at $111, i looked on my phone and I could book for $89 all in on expedia, he refused to give me the expedia rate at the desk, I said ok, we'll be right back, I'll go book it from my car and be right back. He said "no, if you come back I'll refuse you a room because your rude"? me, being rude,, I paid the 111 as it was 10 pm and did not want to drive next door, price would have been $110 there so we just paid it at the red roof. So The date of the stay on this review we did not use, because it was a mistake booking, but we did stay and paid with a cc direct the tuesday before this stay,, called red roof, called expedia, they will not help as it was non- refundable even though they would have had plenty of time to re-book the room, and we had used red roof for a stay , so if your booking expedia, double check your dates, do not make the same stupid one I did. but the red roof location is seedy, looks like alot of goverment paid rooms are there if you know what i mean. staff rude in am on checkout as well, never ever stay there again. I travel alot, and have been using red roof less and less as im finding they are not keeping up

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Marsha

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We reserved a handicap accessible (bathroom. King size suite called on Monday to confirm was told there was no such a reservation. I must go back to Expedia trying to correct this issue so I did. In the end, the hotel validated that I had a bathroom accessible room. I got to the hotel. There was no such room. I was told that I could refund my money or I could stay, but there was nothing else you would do for me. I had no choice but to stay. I contacted Expedia who also contacted the hotel & the hotel said that I was in the room I had booked, which was not true and then said that I could cancel through the third-party if I wanted too but there are no refunded policy would remain in effect. I never said I wanted to cancel the rooms. I just said I wanted the room I booked. They gave me a room next-door with a possibility of switching next morning at 8 AM, but even at 8 AM the room was not clean or available completely.. we continued with our plans and when we got back to the hotel at midnight, we were locked out of our room. We had to go to the front desk and proof who we are so that we can get back into the room. That is when we decided we would not stay at their hotel again and we would not give a favorable review.

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Location

Location is a strong point, directly across from the amphitheater/fairgrounds and near the Hard Rock Casino. Several reviews note the surrounding area and on‑site atmosphere can feel sketchy or unsafe.

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Joseph

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Won't lie, from outside it doesn't look the best. But the rooms were updated and clean, with a fridge and microwave. And its literally across the Fairgrounds, so you can just cross the street and you're there for your live show. Would definitely go back at this rate!!! Better than driving hours back home after the show. Winghouse in the parking lot and 5 guys a few spots down the road. Great location.

6

Shannon

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice basic room to hit casino. Or a good concert at tampa amphitheater.

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Todd

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Went to the MIDFLORIDA amphitheater for a concert and this was the least expensive 1-night stay option that was right next to the Florida Fairgrounds. At this price, you cannot expect more than what it is... an old roadside motel. Not much to be desired, like no pool for example... But, you can't beat the price/ location if you're going to the amphitheater. An Uber ride to the front gate was only $9 bucks. :)

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Kurtisha

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's not really a great place to stay it's literally like for last minute its to many men around that's constantly watching your every move some druggies around the area so make sure yuh lock your car doors some staff are rude for no reason beds not that great smelled like something Old in the room its next to a gas station and a wing House Will not be going there again front desk person was very nice though

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Dina

Dec 31, 2022

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Stayed 19,354 nights

Close to casino!! $$$

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Jennifer

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's perfect when you have a concert across the street. Plus there's the WingHouse so you can get some food real easily. We love staying here whenever we have a concert at the Florida State fairgrounds

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Keith

Jan 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to the casino and good food next door

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kaitlyn

Jul 9, 2023

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The room smelled like a combination of weed and stale cigarettes. The bed wasn’t sleep-able due to the huge pits in random areas of the mattress. The room was overall just grimy, even the air made you feel dirty. There was also a lot of loitering in all corners of each building. It didn’t feel safe walking to and from the room even from the car. I’m not sure how this establishment is even passing any sort of inspection.

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Joanne

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is directly across the street from the MidFlorida Arena - so an excellent choice if you are going to a concert. The beds were more comfortable than I expected. The room had a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee machine. Not fancy but definitely good enough.

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Imani

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall was ok. Wasn’t the best area, and someone had a fight outside my door. Room was clean. No breakfast.

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Dining

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Charnelle Marie

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My family and I chose this hotel because it's across the street from the fairgrounds where the horror con was being hosted. The receptionist that we dealt with were friendly and so where the other guests whenever we came into contact with them. We all loved that it was a non-smoking hotel. While staying at this hotel, we came to discover that there was a Wawa within walking distance.

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Joseph

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Won't lie, from outside it doesn't look the best. But the rooms were updated and clean, with a fridge and microwave. And its literally across the Fairgrounds, so you can just cross the street and you're there for your live show. Would definitely go back at this rate!!! Better than driving hours back home after the show. Winghouse in the parking lot and 5 guys a few spots down the road. Great location.

10

CARLOS

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The guy on the front desk very profesional and dedicated. The property good for the price and the room very clean. We are staying for one night only. There is a Wing restaurant within the area as well a gas station.

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Cynthia

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is perfect for going to Busch Gardens. It's an easy 10 to15-minute drive. Our room was updated, clean, comfortable king bed and also had a small fridge and microwave. We stayed with our dog and there was ample grass area to walk her. We had an excellent meal at the Wing restaurant next door to the hotel. I know its hit or miss, but never heard any noise outside. We will stay here again next time we visit Busch Gardens.

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john

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

it was quite and clean .not easy to get taxi and not in walking distance of hardrock cafe .good wing place next door and quick mart on other side.worth the money to me

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KR

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Affordable. Nice resturants.

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Jennifer

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's perfect when you have a concert across the street. Plus there's the WingHouse so you can get some food real easily. We love staying here whenever we have a concert at the Florida State fairgrounds

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Eileen

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is going through renovation and I was able to get one of the new rooms. Rooms are beautiful. Very clean. The cons are no microwave, no coffee machine and no fridge. Maybe they will be added later. They did have coffee available in the office. Coffee was very good!

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Joanne

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is directly across the street from the MidFlorida Arena - so an excellent choice if you are going to a concert. The beds were more comfortable than I expected. The room had a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee machine. Not fancy but definitely good enough.

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Imani

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall was ok. Wasn’t the best area, and someone had a fight outside my door. Room was clean. No breakfast.

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Month	Average price
January	$78
February	$90
March	$89
April	$97
May	$70
June	$65
July	$57
August	$60
September	$55
October	$71
November	$67
December	$69

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $70	19 $59
20 $55	21 $55	22 $52	23 $54	24 $54	25 $67	26 $67
27 $50	28 $50	29 $50	30 $50

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $50	2 $92	3 $111
4 $50	5 $50	6 $50	7 $50	8 $50	9 $70	10 $92
11 $50	12 $50	13 $50	14 $50	15 $50	16 $70	17 $92
18 $50	19 $50	20 $50	21 $50	22 $50	23 $70	24 $70
25 $50	26 $50	27 $50	28 $50	29 $50	30 $70	31 $70

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