Location
This family-friendly city hotel is located on a 6-acre nature preserve directly on the shores of Tampa Bay. It is located 5 minutes away from shopping centres, 10 minutes from downtown Tampa and 15 minutes from the beautiful west coast beaches. Guests will find shops and nightlife on International Plaza, just 5 minutes from the business hotel and other nearby attraction include Busch Gardens, Raymond James Stadium, the Florida Aquarium and the Museum of Science and Industry. Tampa International Airport is around 5 km from the conference hotel and Orlando International Airport is approximately 148 km away.
Facilities
23 suites, 246 single rooms and 176 double rooms are located on 14 storeys and can be reached by lift. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the reception desk. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to surf the internet and catch up on email. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a page service. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, 438 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.
Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of 2 outdoor pools ensures comfortable swimming. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking, tennis and basketball are available. Guests can partake in various water sports, including jet skiing and canoeing. In addition, kayaking is offered for a fee. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and table tennis. A sauna, massage treatments and solarium are available in the wellness area. Additional amenities include an entertainment programme for children with a number of fun activities.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
Newspaper kiosk
Shops
Hairdresser
Bar(s)
Pub(s)
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Conference Room
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Bicycle Hire
Car Park
Garage
TV Room
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Currency Exchange
Lifts
Café