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Sailport Waterfront Suites: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
2506 North Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Orlando, Florida
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“All Location - Needs Renovation”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

I wish I could say you get what you pay for, but $130 a night is a bit steep for this run-down college dorm. Not to say that the location isn't some of the best in the Tampa Bay area, but it's pretty much all this place has going for itself. That and the staff's sense of humor when Jerry "Banks" mistook me for an entomologist by trying to clarify that what I saw crawling in my room's 30 year-old carpet were "Palmetto Bugs", not roaches. Thank you, Man vs Wild. I had to exercise serious control from telling him to STFU. He might as well have given them names. "No sir, that's Sidney and Sally, they come here every winter. Be sure to not step on them". It would be funny if it wasn't so repugnant.

Couple that with 30 min power outages, 4-day housekeeping breaks, mosquitoes and the moldy smell with those hostel closets, and you've got yourself an unforgettable stay in what could've been a really nice vacation experience. It's a crying shame how Provident Resorts has relegated this property with such location potential, to the 80s Projects Program. Looks ok on their gallery though...

Despite their scarcity, the housekeepers were very kind in letting me raid their carts for much needed towels, pillow covers, sheets and toilet tissue. I'll come back when they've fumigated and renovated this place. I know you may be thinking that I'm just one unhappy guest in a thousand happy ones, but to be honest, I could've tolerated the 80s furniture, old towels, even the housekeeping cart raids - but the stained alien rug you can almost hear breathing, mosquitoes and roaches? I mean palmetto bugs. Sorry. Yeah..No. It's like having ol' Wolfgang Puck whip up a gourmet dinner for you and finding a palmetto bug in it. Yum. Not.

Palmetto-ha ha ...that's hysterical. Good one Jer.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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General M, General Manager at Sailport Waterfront Suites, responded to this review
February 20, 2013
Thank you for your feedback during your most recent stay. I appologize we did not exceed your expecations as we do for almost all of our guests but ceartainly try our hardest to please every guest. We are in the middle of a complete hotel renovation to include all new furniture, complete room upgrades, new kitchens and appliances. Unfortunately the season has prevented us from continuing this renovation but we will be starting back up in April, Please contact me directly so that I can discuss this further with you and make it right for you and your family. As an independant condo hotel we truly appreciate your business and ceartainly your feedback.
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Great value for a great room”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

We spent two weeks at Sailport, January 17 to 31st. We had a great upgraded condo-type room on the fourth floor with living room, modern kitchen, bedroom and balcony overlooking Tampa Bay. Spacious and very clean. With an east/west exposure from our balcony, we saw the sun rise and watched it set. Nice way to start and end each day. We had no trouble at all with the wireless connection. Full washing facilites on the third floor. Staff very friendly and helpful. We were well-positioned to take day trips to St. Peterburg and area and to head north to places like Crystal River and Tarpon Springs. There is a small beach at the hotel, although no swimming because of the very rocky shore, and a bit of a larger one neraby, but you certainly need a car to get around. The only drawback, and it was minor, was the noise in the hallway a couple of nights during the weekends when the hotel gets busy.

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bayport, Minnesota
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“What a place!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

My girlfriend and I spent 1 week at Sailport January 25-Febuary 2nd. We were so impressed the staff, and their friendly hospitality. We had the most wonderful room, that was updated, and very accommodating with new appliances, and 2 flat screen T.V.'s. We hung out on the property most of the week, because of the wonderful pool, private beach area, and fire pit! If you are looking for a place to relax, and a place with spectacular views, this is your place. I want to thank Jerry and Charise for our wonderful experience. They are a great asset to your hotel!! We are looking forward to coming back to Sailport next January. Craig and Katie, Bayport Minnesota

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Roma, Italia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Short business trip to Tampa”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013 via mobile

I was in Tampa for a short business trip two weeks ago and I stayed at Sailport. The room was huge and quiet, fully furnitured and with a nice kitchen. Drawback were the wireless connection completely useless because so slow, and the location which is actually in the middle of nowhere with nothing in a walking distance. Apart from this I had a nice and cheap stay.

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Great place, unfortunately WiFi does not work very good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

This is a very beautiful location (with beach volleyball and beach and lounge...), we really enjoyed the view from the balcony and the availability of a full kitchen. The staff is extraordinary friendly and you have a huge guest laundry to wash your cloths (75 cents) and plenty of parking space! Unfortunately the Wifi did not work properly and there is no daily cleaning/towel changing in the rooms (but you just have to let the staff know, that you need something and you will get!) and the beds are really veryveryvery old and not comfortable at all. For this reasons only "very good"...

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Sailport Waterfront Suites

Also Known As:
Sailport Waterfront Hotel Tampa
Sailport Waterfront Hotel
Sailport Resort Tampa
Sailport Hotel Tampa
Sailport Resort
Address: 2506 North Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
Region: United States > Florida > Tampa
Amenities:
Business Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#12 Best Value Hotels in Tampa
#40 Business Hotels in Tampa
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on beautiful Rocky Point Island, overlooking the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay, Sailport Waterfront Suites is ideally situated within minutes of Tampa International Airport, with easy access to downtown Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater. Our location is convenient to all area attractions and points of interest, including Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Tampa's bayfront beach, the Port of Tampa, Olde Hyde Park Village and Historic Ybor City. The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tropicana Field, St. Pete. Times Forum (home of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Stanley Cup Champions!) and Raymond James Stadium (home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, World Champions!) are all nearby. Corporate, Military and Government guests will find themselves with an easy commute to the Westshore Business District, Tampa Convention Center, MacDill Air Force Base, CAE and Laser Spine Institute (LSI). At Sailport, our island atmosphere is suitable for business travel as well as family getaways. Corporate visitors enjoy the perfect Meeting Retreat, Corporate Housing or Extended Stay venue. For family getaways, we offer spacious One-Bedroom Family Suites or Two-Bedroom/Two Bath Suites. Attraction packages are available for Busch Gardens, SeaWorld and more! All suites feature full kitchens, private balconies with water views along with free high speed wireless internet access. Enjoy waterfront relaxation in the heart of Tampa Bay and Rocky Point Island. Guests love our breezy ambiance and the spectacular gulf coast sunsets. ... more   less 
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