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Econo Lodge at Busch Gardens


Hotel class 1.5 of 5
1701 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612
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4 of 5 stars
EagleRider_1   1 contribution
Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Sep 5, 2009 | Trip type: Family

My Teenagers and I had a pleasant stay in a large spacious room that was very clean and had the pleasant odor of cleaniness with a hint of perfume/cologne. We were able to stay cool with the aid of the well functioning air conditioner. We enjoyed the large clean swimming pool and the free continental breakfast. The staff was extremely... more

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2 of 5 stars
MikeDallas_TX   4 contributions
Dallas, TX
Jun 23, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

Let me disclose here that I am usually a big fan of the Choice Hotels group, as they usually offer very good value for money, but if this was the first Choice Hotel I had ever stayed at, I doubt I would ever have used the group again. This particular Econo Lodge tarnishes their reputation. I will however continue to... more

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2 of 5 stars
bleweyz39   23 contributions
Leesburg, Florida
Apr 6, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

These are among some of the worst reviews Ive ever read about a hotel! I didnt have as bad an experience. Yes, when we drove in, the place did look old and run down. But, it was too late to cancel without penalty, so we forged ahead. The desk clerk was a delightful young woman who was so pleasant and... more

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2 of 5 stars
Two-K   2 contributions
British Columbia
Feb 27, 2009

Our first night in Florida after a late flight, and not knowing the area, we just entered 'nearest hotel' into our GPS after driving around a bit. We're not averse to staying in budget hotels, so by appearance this one looked pretty good when we drove in. Didn't see anything to concern us at check in, and the room seemed... more

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1 of 5 stars
magmicro   1 contribution
magmicro
Feb 16, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Im a college student and have stayed in many cheap hotels/motels before but this dilapidated commode was the worst place I have ever had the displeasure of staying in. I actually can't believe I gave these people my money. To start off describing this mistake of a business establishment, when I pulled into the parking lot I was pretty scared,... more

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1 of 5 stars
jmp_780   1 contribution
New Jersey
Feb 2, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

By far the worst hotel I have ever stayed at in my life. Totally disgusting and smelly. The entire room was damp and moldy. Even the shower made me feel dirty. If this is your only choice- STAY HOME!!!! more

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1 of 5 stars
andrealabby   2 contributions
andrealabby
Nov 5, 2008 | Trip type: Family

We were so disgusted at the condition of the hotel and at the other people who were staying there, as others have mentioned, drug deals, etc. The crib we requested had mold on it and the pain was chipping off. The manager's little girl (about 5) was in the lobby while I was checking in and asked me for spare... more

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1 of 5 stars
Mayra3   3 contributions
Puerto Rico
Jun 25, 2008 | Trip type: Family

My God, what a bad experience. From the minute you get close to this hotel I got bad feelings. This hotel is in a very bad condition, So dirty. Discuting. We had three rooms reserved at this hotel and jsut to give it a chance we did the check in but we were all scared. The minute we entered the... more

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1 of 5 stars
madmoneytraveler   2 contributions
Michigan
Apr 7, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This hotel was booked as a "Choice Hotel" "Privilege Rewards". This place might be great if you need to "disappear', go underground, evade someone, or plot something. Careful if you might need to make contact with someone in the outside world. Emergency messages cannot be conveyed to booked guests according to Yvonne at the front desk. She can be comforted... more

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1 of 5 stars
Streetrod40   1 contribution
Seattle
Feb 12, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I stayed at the Econo Lodge at Busch Gardens,Tampa,FL while getting my son settled in Tampa U. I stayed 3 nights which I talked to the desk person the first morning and aske if I could cancel the last 2 nights and was told no. The carpets are filthy white socks were black after walking in the room the first... more

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Address: 1701 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612