THE WESTIN TAMPA WATERSIDE, Tampa – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Westin Tampa Waterside offers 309 rooms with premium bedding, laptop-compatible safes, and air conditioning. Each room includes an armchair, a work desk, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Bathrooms come with free toiletries, bathrobes, and a hairdryer. Some rooms provide views of the Harbour Island waterfront.
Dining Options
Blue Harbour Eatery + Bar serves fresh seafood and American dishes, with cocktails and waterfront views. The Marketplace offers grab-and-go options like cold-brew coffee, snacks, and beverages. Full breakfast is available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Leisure & Fitness
The hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness studio with cardio equipment and free weights. Guests can explore nearby water activities like sailing or golfing. The property is designed to promote wellness with soundproof windows and residential-inspired layouts.
Location & Attractions
The Westin Tampa Waterside is in Downtown Tampa, steps from the Tampa Convention Center. Nearby attractions include the Florida Aquarium, Sparkman Wharf, Amalie Arena, and Raymond James Stadium. The hotel is 1 mile from the University of Tampa and the Tampa Amtrak station.
Services & Accessibility
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, wedding services, and 13 meeting rooms. Accessible features include elevators, roll-in showers, and TTY/TTD compatibility. Pets up to 50 lbs are allowed for a $50 nightly fee. Parking is available off-site for $45 per day.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I was charged $19.00 for breakfast, which was not up to the standards of complimentary breakfasts offered by other hotels.
The hotel had many outlets and USB ports in the rooms, but they were a bit run-down and very loud due to slamming doors and elevator noise all night long. The service was efficient and courteous, although there were some instances of questionable charges. The location was exceptional, despite the smell of smoke in the air and being understaffed during a busy weekend. The dining experience was satisfactory, with a good selection of morning delicacies. The facilities were decent.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms were comfortable with great views of the harbor and plenty of outlets and USB ports, but I was disappointed that there was no help available to address noise issues or room changes. The service was decent overall, with some staff being helpful while others seemed dismissive. The location was convenient for events at the Tampa Convention Center or Amelia Arena, offering a divine view of the water, but the constant smell of smoke was off-putting. The dining options provided a variety of morning delicacies to choose from, but the rustic quality of the hotel might not appeal to everyone.