3. Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection
In the historic Hyde Park North neighborhood, the Epicurean Hotel is an excellent choice if you are looking for a foodie experience right at your hotel. Besides swanky rooms with flat-screen TVs and L’occitane bath products, this boutique hotel is known for its restaurant Elevage, where the James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef, Chad Johnson, has created an imaginative global menu.
Beyond the restaurant, there is an on-site patisserie; a lovely swimming pool; Spa Evangeline, with a unique treatment menu; and a rooftop area, with views of downtown Tampa and the bay that is awesome for sunset viewing.
4. Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina
If you want to be right in the center of Tampa’s walkable downtown, check out the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina. Located next to the Tampa Convention Center, it offers waterfront views and has a range of spacious rooms and suites.
All are done up in modern style and have flat-screen TVs. For families, the suites are a popular choice and have pull-out beds in the separate living area. They also include a balcony. Grab a meal at the on-site restaurant with bay views. There is also a swimming pool, exercise room, and sauna here.
