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"Best hotel ever. My family and I found this hotel on the Busch Gardens website. Everything about this hotel was wonderful. The breakfast which included bacon and eggs, the complimentary ice-cream and bottled water, the rooms, the pool, everything. The best part was Ritchie. From the moment I checked in he went out of his way to make sure we were happy. He remembered my name, had directions to the places we wanted to go all printed up and easy to understand, and when I informed him that there were no towels by the pool he stopped what he was doing went and got some, carried them to the pool and took the dirty ones to wash. He could have just handed them to me. With two kids I sometimes worry about staying in hotels but we all felt completely comfortable and the staff was genuinely happy to have us there and it showed. The rooms were clean the location was away from the busy highways. I recommend this hotel to everyone. "

Lagrange Park, Aug 19, 2010

"Excellent Expierence! We stayed at the hotel for a quick vacation to Busch Gardens/Adventure Island and MOSI. The location was great although it will be better once the road construction is done. Easy on/off the interstate and plenty of shops & resturants nearby. The staff there was wonderful - friendly and helpful and responsive. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Very kid friendly - loved the ice cream each night! "

Indialantic, Aug 10, 2010

"The Best Hotel we have ever stayed at. Hotel was extremely clean, The staff was very pleasant and very helpful. When we had breakfast the food was excellent and there was enough of a choice of food to eat. Everyone in the hotel couldn't do enough for us including Sarah and Richie at the front desk. We will tell everyone we know that this was a top rated place to stay. "

Boynton Beach, Florida, Jul 12, 2010

"STOP SEARCHING And enjoy your stay here. Perfect for families, yummy complete complimentary brunch, toys for the kiddies, free ice cream every night, great rooms, average cleanliness- so after time this new complex will show it's age, very professional, warm and accommodating staff. small putting green out front, games behind desk for kids, terrible washing machine on premises.
Very convenient to every type of cuisine you can imagine and shopping Very comfy beds, like a lighter weight "Heavenly Bed" from the Westin Hotel If you stay here, I highly recommend, making the 40 minute drive to Fort De Soto, rated #1 beach in country on multiple occasions. This hotel is set in a suburbia type area where middle class families thrive. So I felt very safe and very at home. My understanding was that all surrounding Tampa was "very transitional" "

Atlanta, GA, May 30, 2010

"A great hotel experience.This was our first stay at a Holiday Inn Express, and the hotel was very impressive: free bottled water at check-in, great free breakfast, and free ice cream bars in the evening. The staff was very friendly."

Sarasota, Florida, May 2, 2010

"5 STAR RESORT LIKE ATMOSPHERE We arrived after a hard day on the road to be welcomed like family. Complimentary beverages for the entire party. Got to our room and WOW!!!!!!! Wonderful rooms. Great housekeeping and attention to detail is second to none. Their conservation efforts, friendliness,and location will make it hard to pass this one up next time we are in this area! I have stayed at some of the best European hotels (i.e. Paris, Munich) This place tops all of them. Anything you need is only a phone call away. TOP NOTCH!!!!!!!!!!!"

Lafayette, Indiana, Apr 5, 2010

"“Wonderful service and great attention to guests needsMy wife and and three children purchased a trip through Bush Gardens for our family vacation. Upon arrival we had been in the car 16 hours and had arrived before normal check-in time. The front desk person offered us refreshments and told us that he would expedite getting a room ready for us. In less than thirty minutes we had a room. The very next morning they upgraded us to a suite because we had 5 people in a smaller room and made sure that by 9:00 am we were in a wonderful suite. Being tourists the staff gave us directions and recommendations that were always very accurate and beyond our expectations. In todays world where service so often takes a back seat to profits, the entire staff at this Holiday Inn Express were pleasant and so helpful making our vacation a memorable occasion. The hotel is not very old the rooms are very clean and the area of town is scenic and very safe. If you are looking in Tampa for a truly nice hotel with great service I highly recommend this establishment."

Muncie, IN, Mar 11, 2010

"By far - the best hotel we've been too!!We were in the Tampa area for a soccer tournament over President's weekend so there was a group of different families. At the end of the weekend, it was definitely agreed that this was by far the best hotel that we have stayed at, and we have been to many over the years. The staff cannot do enough for you - any request and it was granted. The rooms were extremely clean, the grounds, the dining area, everything else also. If ever in this area of Florida, I would make it my first and only choice. After trying to get there from New York in a blizzard, they certainly made us all feel more than welcome and relaxed!Definitely a place to recommend to anyone and everyone."

Long Island, NY, Mar 11, 2010

"Very freindly clean hotelthe Holiday inn Express Bruce B Downs is a very clean freindly hotel, although it is out of town it is not remote, getting into Tampa is a breeze. The staff were very helpful they even gave us written directions to the sights in Tampa, The rooms were spotless and the Kingsized bed was very comfortable. A good breakfast selection was available at no extra cost, free ice cream is available in the afternoons. There are several good restaurants nearby and there is a Garage just round the corner. the is even a cinema not 500 yds away, despite this the room was totally quiet we were not disturbed any of the 3 nights that we stayed here. This was the best hotel that we stayed in during our three week tour of Florida. Highly recommended. We will stay here again if we ever return to Tampa, Thanks to all the staff for such a pleasant stay."

March, Cambs, Feb 14, 2010

"We come to Florida each year from Scotland and tour this beautiful state. We like new experiences and so try different hotels on our travels. The exception being the The Holiday Inn Express (Galbraith) Tampa. 2009 will see us returning for a third time! Why?-the most helpful staff I have ever encountered in our travels in the States and the Property itself; it is run well and this shows. No attention to detail is missed. Can't wait for June 2009 to return!"

Scotland, Jan 27, 2009

"You can trust the reviews on this one! Just returned from a 4 day stay at this property. Reviews are on target; the property is outstanding for a Holiday Inn Express. Very clean and well appointed, above average breakfast, staff very very accommodating! Location is great--lovely upscale area of Tampa, yet just moments to the interstate. Recommendation from Ann at front desk for Italian restaurant led us to Polo's where we enjoyed outstanding Italian food. Thanks Holiday Inn Express for your hospitality!"

Columbia SC, USA, Jan 5, 2009

"Sets the benchmark for this type of hotel! I served as the event coordinator for our school's 13th Annual Stingaree Jamboree. We were 143 strong and Todd Patrick and Ann Patz and their entire staff treated us as if we were traveling royalty! The rooms were magnificant, our hospitality suite was totally cleaned each evening, we were always greeted throughout the hotel by apparently very happy and helpful staff . Many of our group who have attended past Jamborees commented that just when we thought last year was the best - this year topped it. We thank each and every one of you at the Holiday Inn Express at Bruce B. Downs - look out - we may be coming back next year! On behalf of all Stingarees - thank you, thank you."

Florida/North Carolina, USA, Nov 15, 2008

"A smaller hotel with a GREAT BIG HEART! We stayed three nights at this hotel, which we booked many months ago due to its convenient location for Busch Gardens and the positive reviews posted on this site. Just prior to our stay we saw the review regarding cleanliness posted in September which concerned us. So I contacted the hotel and got a personal assurance from the general manager that the issue had been caused by a plumbing problem and that all affected areas had been redecorated. During our stay we saw no problem areas at all. When we arrived we were most impressed by the overall appearance of the place, ease of parking and convenient location of shops and dining. Also free beer, water and ice cream on arrival were most welcome.

The room was spacious, well equipped and spotlessly clean. Throughout our stay the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. The breakfast choice is excellent and served in a very pleasant dining lounge. There are free computer / internet services, with a printer and free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.

My wife and I stay at many hotels for business at a variety of price levels. This hotel in our opinion sets the standard for hotels of this type and I only wish that HI Express hotels in the UK, which I use extensively, were are well appointed and equipped. Should we wish to stay in New Tampa again, which is likely, we would consider this hotel our first choice. Overall highly recommended."

Staffordshire, England, Nov 3, 2008

"Staff Great!! Cleanliness in room--The Worst I've seen in a while This hotel definitely provides first class- five star service. The staff is superior to most hotels that I stay in. Breakfast was good. One notch above what is generally provided at other Holiday Inns. I was scared to eat the food though because my room was so dirty-- I thought maybe the kitchen would be dirty too. I stayed in mid-August just passing through Tampa and location was convenient to I-75. I was given room 312 (I believe) and it was terrible. Upon arrival, it smelled terrible. (Damp, moldy) Someone came and sprayed some freshener which did nothing to help the damp moldy smell. There were loose hairs all over the bathroom floor and tub. There was a revolting stain on the bedskirt closest to the bathroom. (dried vommit) and the desk chair had a huge stain of ??????? and I could not use it. You could not walk on the carpet without your shoes. Did I just get a bad room? I am not that picky. The entire staff was so friendly and nice. I can't believe housekeeping could be so bad. It is obvious that housekeeping is lacking-- as these things could not have gone un-noticed. I was planning on staying 3 nights, but left after 1. I will add pictures of the filth."

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, Sep 9, 2008

"Manager's Response and Action: First of all, thank you for your very kind words about our staff. They work so hard everyday to provide the type of service that you described. So, when we read in your review that "This hotel definitely provides first class- five star service", it was truly music to our ears. It made us all feel soooo good!!.

However, when we read about the situation in your room, our hearts sank! The items you mentioned are completely unacceptable to us and we feel terribly. Unfortunately, our hotel suffered a burst pipe a few days prior to your stay. That resulted in flooding on all of the floors of the hotel. Our staff literally worked around the clock to deal with that unfortunate situation. The stains and odors in your room were the result of this flooding. While every room in the affected areas of the hotel were supposed to have been set in our computers as "out-of-order" (not open to rent), your room obviously "slipped through the cracks". It was a terrible oversight on our part and we feel very badly. Just a few days after your stay your room was thoroughly treated to address all of the items you mentioned.

Based on your your very positive experience with our staff, we hope that you will give us another chance to make good on our promise of spotless accommodations. So please give me a call at the hotel so I can arrange for a free multi-day stay the next time you are in town or if you prefer a refund of your recent stay.

Best Regards, Kathy Z., General Manager

"Best Holiday inn by far.... Having stayed in many Holiday inns I have to say this is the best service experienced in any hotel within the group to date. Free beer/water offered at check in for each member of the family, Free ice creams in the evening. Excellent twin bedded rooms, excellent free breakfast. Free internet.. Reasonable priced restaraunts and a multi screen cinema within walking distance. 20 minutes drive to Busch Gardens / Water park. The place prides itself on it's service and has to be held as an example for other to follow."

Worcestershire, England, Aug 29, 2008

"A Perfect Stay at the Holiday Inn and Suites. We stayed in the 2 bedroom family suite and we really enjoyed our stay. Our room was spotless and very spacious. The room was decorated in a way that made us feel at home. All of the decorations and pictures were very tasteful, especially the old photogragh of the little boy - that was such a nice touch. And the furniture and beds were very comfortable - we slept great!

In addition to the accomodatons, the service was perfect from the second we walked in. The complimentary bottle of beer or water when we arrived was great. And the complimentary ice cream during the evenings was very nice after a hot summer day in Florida. I can't say enough about the customer service from the front desk staff. They were so friendly, nice, and helpful. They gave our kids a free toy every day and made all of us smile. They really made our stay even more enjoyable.

The hotel also has a nice pool, a fitness center, and a very good complimetary breakfast. The location of the hotel worked well for us, too. We were close to Busch Gardens and not too far from the beaches. We will stay here whenever we are in Tampa."

Yorkville, IL, USA, Aug 19, 2008

"Perfect Location, Friendly Staff, Clean Hotel!!! I will admit I was a bit skeptical about reserving a Holiday Inn. I read several reviews on Tripadvisor, Yahoo and Hotels.com so I took a chance. I am so glad I did.

My family and I enjoyed our recent stay at Holiday Inn Express (Bruce B. Downs). The location is perfect for Busch Gardens, it's quiet, excellent locale for food, beverage and shopping, a movie theater directly across from the hotel we could not ask for more.

The staff is phenomenal. Everyone greets you with a smile. The free breakfast fit right into our budget. It's always nice to save on at least one family meal. By the way, the kids loved the free ice cream in the evenings.

This is our second visit to Tampa. After my first visit I promised I would never return to Tampa but after this stay in the New Tampa (off Interstate 75) we will return. My tip is DO NOT STAY anywhere off (Interstate 4). Thank you Holiday Inn, on behalf of my husband and two children, we will stay again!!!"

Hackensack, NJ, USA, Jul 11, 2008

"Our second stay was wonderful!!! This was our second stay at this property. We picked this Holiday Inn based solely on the reviews of Trip Advisor. Thank you to all who wrote in reviews for this property in the past two years. We had a wonderful stay as we did the first time. The heated pool was not crowded at all, it was very clean and the water was so warm.....they even kept it open a half hour after it was suppose to close so we could swim due to our late check in. We were offered complementary beers and the kids complimentary ice creams nightly.

The friendly staff that was working when we were there was the same staff that was there on our first stay. They have been there since the hotel opened. Check-in was speedy. We had a nice room. The beds were very comfy and so was the bedding. The comforter was elegant and PLUSH. They even offered two labled pillows for each guest, "firm" and "soft". The breakfast is great. However the eggs needed a little help. They had something for everyone on the breakfast bar. Fruit, cereals, muffins, bagels, breads, eggs, sausage, bacon, breakfast wraps. It saves you money when you have a family of four and can eat breakfast for FREE. We got a free newspaper each morning. I also loved the free toiletress they give you. The body lotion smells like marachino cherries. The breakfast room is open all night (not to eat, just to relax). They have free computers to axcess the internet and a couch. We had full control of the t.v. while we were down there late at night.

The hotel area is fantastic too. It's about a block from the highway, in a new up and coming town. There is every restaurant/eatery place you needed right around the hotel (even though the hotel is out of the way of the busy town). There is a fancy "HOLLYWOOD" style movie theater across the street that you could walk to. Overall an EXCELLENT hotel and would ONLY stay there when we vacation in Tampa!!!!!!!"

Florida, USA, Jul 1, 2008

"Wonderful hotel! All of the public areas and rooms were in great shape and extremely clean. The breakfast was more than adequate and had hot and cold selections that varied every day. Two computers in the public area with a printer with free internet access. Books that could be borrowed and returned on the honor system- even had child friendly books, as well, as best seller types. Free parking- off the main road so the hotel is quiet. Surrounded by shopping, restaurants, gas stations, etc. Almost a straight shot to Busch Gardens, just took 15 minutes with traffic. What more can you ask for! Pool looked very nice and clean also, but we did not use it. We will definitely stay here again if we return to Tampa!"

Louisiana, USA, Apr 19, 2008

"I have a feeling that this hotel knows about their number one rating on TripAdvisor and aims to keep it. From the moment we arrived we were treated like welcome guests beginning with a choice of free beer or bottled water at check in. The room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed featuring a variety of pillows. In the evening ice cream bars are downstairs for visitors to enjoy and the breakfast is one of the best free ones I've ever seen. There are little cheese omelets and delicious cinnamon buns. There's also free internet downstairs. The area has tons of restaurants and stores and Busch Gardens is about a 15 minute drive away. I would absolute stay here again and I'm happy to recommend it!"

Stamford, CT, Feb 20, 2008

"From the time I entered the hotel, the staff did all possible to ensure I had a wonderful stay. I was even offered a refreshment (a bottle of ice water or beer!). In addition, a complimentary ice cream treat was offered every night. Check in was very quick. The room was very clean; everything was in good working order. The bed was very luxurious. In the morning, I found the complimentary breakfast quite nice; although for those of us who can't eat eggs, a pancake or waffle option would be nice in addition to the bacon, sausage, yogurt, milk, juices, bagels, etc. A Tampa newspaper was also complimentary and delivered every morning. The service at this hotel was truly exceptional, the type you would hope to find at a Ritz-Carlton, Manderin Oriental, Peninsula, Four Seasons -type property. Everyone was friendly and a true professional. Always with a pleasant word and a smile! I was even offered a refreshment one night when I came back exceptionally tired from work. At check out, the bill was correct and with no surprises."

Miami, Florida, Feb 5, 2008

"I wanted to make sure I wrote and told you what a great hotel this is. The customer Service was fabulous! We arrived early and were offered our rooms right away. Everyone at this hotel was helpful and courteous. It must of been hard on the staff as they were full with Lacrosse teams from all over. They handled it graciously and hats off to them all. The rooms were clean and spacious. The area was great for shopping of all kind. I would stay here again!"

Vancouver bc, Jan 14, 2008

"As a female business traveler who is alone much of the time, I am very choosy about where I stay. This is the second time I have stayed at this hotel. The first time was two years ago and on both occasions I was pleased. The hotel is extremely clean, the rooms comfortable and the staff very friendly and helpful. The complimentary breakfast has many offerings. There is a large choice of restaurants and stores nearby and I felt very safe traveling alone."

Hewlett, NY, Dec 9, 2007

"We were staying for 1 night after visiting friends in Zephyrhills so that we could go onto Busch Gardens the next day. >We arrived at approximately 8 pm and was greeted warmly by the receptionist and offered a free bottle of water or beer - great touch! As an InterContinental Hotels Group Priority Club member the guy was trying to offer me a free upgrade and was so apologetic that no suitable rooms were available as he stated that it was the hotels policy to offer all IHG Priority Club members an upgrade (probably depends on your member level). As it was only 1 night I wasn't bothered, but he kept apologising - so great to have a welcome like that.

The standard room was huge, with nice furnishings and a great bathroom. I have no complaints over that at all. The towels and linens appear to be a great deal better than in other Expresses I've stayed. The clerk seemed disappointed that I hadn't brought my laptop to take advantage of the free wireless internet connections! However, there are a couple of PC's available in the lounge area, complete with printing capabilities free of charge, such a change from Europe where you pay just to log in and then an high hourly rate!

The property is situated close to a great number of restuarants and the only down side was that the hotel information in the room didn't give a list of local eateries, just Bennigans. The breakfast included in the rate is great and far superior to the Holiday Inn Expresss offering in Europe. There is great coffee, juices, cereals, eggs, bacon and assorted breads. I would receommend this hotel without hesitation to anyone."

Manchester, UK, Oct 8, 2007

"Hotel is very nice. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Continental breakfast was great. Pool is small but very clean. Service was exceptional. Highly recommended if your visiting Busch Gardens."

Crown Point, Indiana, Aug 19, 2007

"I always stay at this hotel. The Management and employees do an excellent job. At times my day begins with inspections of properties in Clearwater, but I still stay at this hotel. I just get up earlier and drive longer. I always recommend this hotel to friends and co-workers traveling to Tampa. "

Cheryl S., Lebanon, GA - August 2007

"I will only stay at this HIE while in Tampa. The employees are just responsive, friendly and will go out of their way to serve you. They just make staying too easy. Exceptional describes this HIE which is beyond excellent The stay was perfect!"

Michael P., Westerville, OH - August 2007

"Every time I stay at this hotel, the entire staff goes out of their way to make sure every single aspect of my stay is excellent. That is why I keep coming back! This will be my fourth visit to this location. I will not let my company send me to any other hotel in the area after my first stay. As a frequent traveler, I rate all other H.I. Express hotels by the standards of this one. I know that when I return here, the service is consistently going to be 110%, and if it is not, the management will make it such. The management should be commended for consistency. In these times of weak customer service, this hotel goes out of it's way to make sure every single guest that walks through the door is welcomed with a smile and above quality customer service, hands down!"

Stuart C., Boynton Beach, FL - August 2007

"Check in took less than three minutes. I asked where a store was and he answered me with the store name and directions. I travel for a living and am in a different hotel 40 weeks a year. Most are not real good experiences. I have Gold cards or higher and it makes no difference. The young man who checked us in was GREAT."

Eleanor S., Cape Coral, FL - August 2007

"Yes - all the positive reviews for this splendid oasis are correct. Trip Adviser is a wonderful website which I always consult when booking a hotel - especially in the US. Very often though it can be quite confusing because many hotels get a mixture of reviews saying they are fabulous interspersed with a number vowing never to stay in that particular establishment again.

When planning a short visit to Tampa - mainly for Busch and Adventure Island I was struck by the almost unanimous opinions of previous lucky souls who had stayed in this well managed, well maintained, well located value for money Hotel. So I booked. We flew from the UK via JFK - and upon arrival in Tampa were surprised the weather was dull and miserable compared with the New York sunshine. But arriving at the hotel made up for that gloom in June. The friendly features like free drinks on arrival, generous sized rooms and free ice cream were nice personal touches in corporateville USA. The chat with management over breakfast was the icing on the cake - this must be the secret of their success - and its not rocket science - listen to the customers.

The location is as described - minutes from Busch etc - though the dull weather made us abandon plans for Adventure Island and we ventured further to Lowry Zoo - another great find. Can recommend without hesitation and will use again if we ever need a couple of nights in North Tampa."

Darwen. England, Jun 25, 2007

"My family (husband and 2 children 8 & 13) recently stayed at the Holiday Inn Express 2 nights for our trip to Busch Gardens. After 7 hours in the car we were greeted warmly by the front desk and given a cold beer (bottled water for the kids). Our room had 2 queen beds and a fold out sofa-great for separating tired kids! Beds were comfy-new linens and pillows-and the complimentary breakfast (eggs, bacon, toast, begels, fresh fruit, etc) was very good and a money saver, which was needed for the sticker shock of the additional attraction prices at Busch Gardens! Small pool perfect for cooling off. Very clean. I would definitely stay here again -the room is well in line with rooms at higher -end (priced) hotels we have stayed and was perfect for our stay."

South Carolina, Jun 25, 2007

"Basically, this hotel was exactly how everyone has explained it. Our service was so good and the hotel was so accomodating that I hope I will end up staying there again sooner than later. I only wish I could have spent more time there. Me and my boyfriend went for his 22nd bday recently and it was a perfect place. We were offered a beer after walking in from a long day at Busch Gardens and we were even upgraded to the Presidential Suite! We didn't really have a clue what that meant but it sounded nice to us so we were like awesome, but when we got in it was ridiculously nice with two bedrooms, a living room, and jacuzzi tub. We were so surprised and the people there were lovely. Would definitely recommend this to practically anyone and you can't beat the price! thank you so much holiday inn express in tampa for giving us such awesome service, it will definitely be memorable =)"

Orlando, May 22, 2007

"So I'm sat there on my second morning having breakfast when a guy comes up to me and introduces himself as the hotel's General Manager and proceeds to ask me about my experience and if there was anything at all they could do to help improve the stay for me. There wasn't but it was a nice gesture and shows that great customer service is alive and well and currently staying at the HI Express of Bruce B. Downs. Get's a thumbs up from me."

Surrey, UK, May 15, 2007

"Stayed here for one night to visit Busch Gardens. Location is ideal for Busch Gardens and there are several restaurants within 5 mins of hotel. The staff here are brilliant, friendly, helpful and professional. The offer of water or beer at check in is a nice touch. Rooms are a good size and comfortable. Will definitely stay here again."

Kent England, May 7, 2007

"What a Wonderful Property ~ everything from the welcome we received as we entered the hotel to the beautifully landscaped pool area ~ makes this one of the best hotels we have stayed at. The breakfast bar was delicious! I loved the breakfast wraps and the cinnamon rolls. As my family was eating, the General Manager, came and spoke with us about our stay at the hotel. It really meant so much! We will be coming back next year!! Well done!!"

Arizona, Apr 20, 2007

"Stayed 3 nights at the HI the last week of March with husband and 4 young kids. Hotel is newer, clean, with helpful friendly staff who seem to be trying hard to make everyone's stay pleasant. Complimentary beer or water was offered at check-in and each night, ice cream bars handed out each evening, and breakfast buffet was decent quality & had nice varied offerings each morning. Free in-room wireless internet & computers for use in breakfast room. Pool is not huge but very attractive & quite warm (great for us!). Location is very convenient -- surrounded by lots of family-friendly restaurants, grocery store, nice movie theater next door. Busch Gardens was only about 10-15 mins. so I would recommend it for visits there, too. Room was not truly a suite but with 2 queens plus a pull out couch, microwave & fridge it served our purposes very well. Overall we'd definitely stay here again and recommend to others -- lots of nice features for a modestly priced hotel."

Northern Virginia, Apr 5, 2007

"When I booked this hotel I noticed it was rated #1, so how could I possibly go wrong? Well, I wasn't wrong. The reveiws from fellow Tripadvisors' couldn't have been more right! This is a beautiful hotel. It's tucked in off the main highway, secluded and quiet. You get a bottle of beer or water upon check-in and a bottle of water for your departure. The rooms are clean and comfortable and though our room was just off the elevator it was still quiet. There is an "ice cream social" in the evening for guests, which is basically ice cream sandwiches and bars, but it is a nice touch. The hotel is only a few mintues from Busch Gardens and a good value. I'd recommend a stay here to anyone. You won't regret it. We were on the go, so we didn't get a chance to take in the breakfast or use the pool. But trust the positive Tripadvisor reveiews. They've been right so far."

Rutland, Massachusetts, Feb 26, 2007

"Booked 3 room for family trip to disney, wanted to hit Busch Gardens first so booked 2 nights at Holiday Inn Express. Was offered a beer or bottle water on check in, Lobby was clean, staff could not have been more help full. Rooms clean breakfast was beter than most, approx. 10 minutes from BUSH GARDENS. 5-STARS all the way."

Destin Florida, Feb 11, 2007

"After reading the reviews on Tripadvisor we decided to stay at this Holiday Inn Express. I have to say: it certainly lived up to the expectation! The staff is extremely friendly and accomodating. Rooms are nice and clean. Breakfast had a good selection and in the evenings there are ice creams in the lobby for guests to enjoy. Nice touch. The value for money for this hotel is excellent: would stay there again both for leasure and business."

Netherlands, Jan 5, 2007