This apartment offers space for 12 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment and is pet-friendly. Nearby attractions include El Centro Español de Tampa and Friends of Jose Marti Park.
Highlights
Dive into relaxation
Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Ybor City Museum State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Patio
Arcade/game room
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Internet
Explore the area
Tampa, FL
Ritz Ybor
Place, Ritz Ybor
17 min walk
Tampa Riverwalk
Place, Tampa Riverwalk
3 min drive
The Orpheum
Place, The Orpheum
3 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking
A 3-bedroom, 2-bath Ybor City home for up to 12, with a dedicated game room, a fully fenced yard and private parking for 3 vehicles. Ybor's restaurants and nightlife are a 3-minute walk, downtown Tampa and Amalie Arena 6 minutes by car.
Emperor Castle is the entire downstairs unit of a well-kept two-unit building in Ybor City, with its own entry, exit and rear parking lot. The open-concept living and dining area flows straight into the kitchen, so the group stays together. When the evening moves indoors, the dedicated game room takes over.
BEDROOMS & BATHS (3 BR / 2 BA)
★ Bedroom 1: king bed and a bunk bed, sleeps 4, smart TV, blackout curtains
★ Bedroom 2: queen bed and a bunk bed, sleeps 4, smart TV, blackout curtains
★ Bedroom 3: three beds for the rest of the group, smart TV
2 full baths for up to 12 guests. Bathroom 1 has his-and-hers sinks and a walk-in shower; Bathroom 2 has a shower/tub combo. Clean towels and toiletries are provided.
KITCHEN & DINING
★ Fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops, modern appliances, coffee maker and complete cookware
★ Dining table seats 6, with breakfast-bar seating for overflow
★ Large sectional and a smart TV with streaming in the living area
★ A corner bakery sits steps from the front door
OUTSIDE
★ Fully fenced private backyard
★ Private rear parking lot for 3 vehicles
★ No pool at this home; the fenced yard is the outdoor space
GAME ROOM & EXTRAS
★ Full-size pool table that converts to ping pong
★ Dartboard and a PlayStation console
★ Smart TVs in every bedroom and the living area
★ In-unit washer and dryer
★ High-speed Wi-Fi with an Ethernet connection
BEST FOR
★ Friends' weekends built around Ybor's restaurants, bars and live music, all walkable
★ Gasparilla, Ybor Saturday Market and the free TECO streetcar, a walk from the door
★ Bucs and Lightning weekends: Amalie Arena is 6 minutes, Raymond James Stadium 15
★ Two families sharing: king and queen rooms each pair with a bunk for the kids
MAY NOT BE THE RIGHT FIT IF
★ You want a private pool; this home has a fenced yard and a game room instead
★ You need more than 2 baths for 12 people; plan showers in shifts
★ You are planning a party or event; the upstairs unit is a separate rental and quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am
GETTING AROUND (drive times, off-peak)
★ Ybor City restaurants and nightlife: 3 min walk
★ Cuscaden Park: 5 min walk
★ Downtown Tampa: 6 min
★ Amalie Arena: 6 min
★ Riverwalk and Channelside: 10 min
★ Armature Works: 10 min
★ Bayshore Boulevard waterfront: 12 min
★ Tampa International Airport: 15 min
★ Raymond James Stadium: 15 min
★ Busch Gardens: 18 min
★ Clearwater Beach or St. Pete Beach: 40 min
★ Honeymoon Island State Park: 50 min
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Your smart-lock code arrives 24 hours before arrival. After booking we send a short rental agreement and ID check, which takes a few minutes. Fees are listed in "Other things to note".
We manage 100+ homes across Tampa Bay and answer messages in minutes. We'd love to host you.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BOOK
★ Setting: the entire downstairs unit of a two-unit home in Ybor City; the upstairs unit is a separate, independent rental. Quiet hours are 10 pm–8 am, and we ask you to respect the neighbors.
★ Bathrooms & beds: 2 full baths for up to 12. A king and a queen room each with a bunk bed, plus a third bedroom with three beds.
★ Pets: up to 3 welcome, $150 per pet, disclosed and approved before arrival. Service animals stay at no charge. Undisclosed pets are charged under the rental agreement.
★ Fees: the base rate covers 8 guests; $15 per person per night above 8. Early check-in or late check-out $50 each when available. Lost & found shipping $100. Cleaning beyond our standard service may be charged.
★ After booking: a signed rental agreement and ID check; the booking guest must be 25+. No parties or events, no smoking. Local guests within 50 miles, please message us first.
★ Beach gear: chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are available to rent; message us for pricing.
Questions about any of this? Message us before you book; we reply in minutes.
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* Base rate covers up to 8 guests; additional guests $15/person, per night. * Late checkout without prior approval is charged at $50 per 30 minutes
* After the reservation is made, a rental agreement and credit card authorization must be signed for Emperor Rentals LLC.
* We have a "FIRM" VRBO cancellation policy. * Pet fee $150 per pet/stay. * Shipping Lost & Found: $100.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2167186vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Tampa
Ybor City, a neighbourhood in Tampa, is home to this apartment. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Florida State Fairgrounds and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
Ybor City Museum State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Tampa Riverwalk - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
The Orpheum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Orpheum Theater - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 3 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Checkers - 8 min walk
La Segunda Central Bakery - 8 min walk
Mr. B’s Restaraunt - 13 min walk
Salem's Gyros & Subs - 13 min walk
SpookEasy Lounge - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?
As of 3 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$1,233, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ybor City Group Home, Sleeps 12 | Emperor Castle: Game Room & Parking located?
This family-friendly Tampa apartment building is located in Ybor City, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ritz Ybor, Friends of Jose Marti Park and Ybor City Museum State Park. Tampa Riverwalk and Benchmark International Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km). Tampa Union Station is 22 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house and hospitality were awesome, we had a great stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! 😊
Thank you for recognizing our team’s clear communication and attentive service. 💬
We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! ✨
👑 Emperor Rentals ❤️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Haim D.
7 December 2022
Amazing place
Amazing place
Great location!!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2022
Thank you so much, Haim, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Nice house, very accommodating host, will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2024
Wow! Thank you so much, Thomas, for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Garrett R.
2 February 2023
Awesome stay
Awesome stay, responsive hosts.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2023
Thank you so much, Garrett, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
23 January 2023
1 of the best places
1 of the best places we've stayed at in Tampa
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2023
Thank you so much, Jeff, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gregory W.
26 December 2022
Great place
Great place to bring friends
Response from VrboOwner on 26 December 2022
Thank you so much, Gregory , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tim B.
11 January 2023
Overall, it was a good stay!
Overall, it was a good stay! Thanks Mark and Emperors for running a smooth Airbnb. Would definitely stay here again!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2023
Thank you so much, Tim , for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacob
10 January 2023
Great place to stay.
Great place to stay. Pool table/ping pong table add to a great place to wind down. Very clean and response time was unbeatable.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2023
Thank you so much, Jacob, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tyson J.
9 December 2022
Great area
Definitely recommend staying here if you have a group a lot of space in the kitchen and Is in a great area what’s els could you need they have a ping pong and pool
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2022
Thank you so much,Tyson , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aariante F.
28 December 2022
Nice place
Nice place with friendly and communicative host.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2022
Thank you so much, Aariante, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael
17 January 2023
Very clean and comfortable!
Great place! Very clean and comfortable!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2023
Thank you so much, Michael, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Truth R.
10 December 2022
Service was great
It was so nice, clean and the service was great!!!! Can’t wait to come back!!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2022
Thank you so much, Truth , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adrian
13 January 2023
This place was perfect
This place was perfect and Mark was an amazing host, if I could give more than 5 stars I would. Highly recommended!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2023
Thank you so much, Adrian, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Omar
26 January 2023
Great
Great place
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2023
Thank you so much, Omar, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicole
19 January 2023
Fantastic host!!
Fantastic host!! We would absolutely stay with Mark again!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2023
Thank you so much, Nicole, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H.
30 December 2022
Clean, fun, all amenities included!
Clean, fun, all amenities included! Plenty of parking!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2022
Thank you so much, Amanda, for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle W.
29 December 2022
Absolutely wonderful
Our stay was absolutely wonderful. Everyone was so communicative and very hospitable. The place was very clean and had everything we needed and more. I would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2022
Thank you so much, Michelle , for staying with us! We would love to welcome back you anytime at Emperor Rentals.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Trinity
10 January 2023
Definitely staying again
Mark is a great host, the house was so accommodating to everyone's needs and Mark was really easy to reach, also helping us out with anything that came up. Definitely staying again when going to Tampa!!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2023
Thank you so much, Trinity, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
This is an excellent place to stay! Clean and convenient location. The hosts are so friendly and quick to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Robert N were great guests. Very easy to communicate with, they looked after my home as if it were their own. Everything was left clean and tidy. Highly recommended to other hosts.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert
20 January 2023
Awesome
Awesome place!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2023
Thank you so much, Robert, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this fabulous five-star review. This is so amazing, we greatly appreciate it! The fact that you choose Emperor Rentals is an honor to us. We want to express how much we appreciate your business. Thank you once again for booking and choosing Emperor Rentals! ❤️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Danzel
14 January 2023
Beautiful home with an amazing host!
Beautiful home with an amazing host! Super communicative and comfortable space! Highly recommend as I will definitely rebook this place again in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2023
Thank you so much, Danzel, for staying with us! We would love to welcome you back anytime at Emperor Rentals.
About the host
Hosted by Emperor Rentals LLC
Professionally managed by Emperor Rentals, rated 9.6/10 across 77 Tampa Bay properties. Our team is local, hands-on, and available 24/7 before, during, and after your stay. We respond within 15 minutes around the clock.
Why they chose this property
Emperor Castle is one of Tampa's top-rated group homes, and the game room alone is reason enough. A full-size pool table that converts to ping pong, darts, and a PlayStation console make this the kind of home groups come back to year after year.
Beyond the fun: private off-street parking for 3 vehicles, a fully fenced yard, pet-friendly policy, in-unit laundry, and a neighborhood bakery steps from the front door. Everything a group needs is already here.
What makes this property unique
Bedroom 1: King bed + bunk bed. Sleeps 4 | Smart TV | Blackout curtains
Bedroom 2: Queen bed + bunk bed. Sleeps 4 | Smart TV | Blackout curtains
Bedroom 3: Additional sleeping for larger groups | Smart TV
Total capacity: up to 12 guests. Fresh linens provided throughout.
Bathroom 1: His-and-hers sinks + walk-in shower
Bathroom 2: Sink, vanity + shower/tub combo
Clean towels and toiletries provided.
Full kitchen with granite counters, modern appliances, coffee maker, and complete cookware. Dining table seats 6, plus breakfast bar seating.
In-unit washer and dryer. High-speed WiFi throughout. Smart lock self check-in! Your personalized access code is sent the day before arrival.
- Dedicated game room: full-size pool table (converts to ping pong), dartboard, PlayStation
- Private parking lot for 3 vehicles
- Entire downstairs unit with private entry and exit, fully independent from upstairs
- Fully fenced yard
- Pet-friendly for up to 3 pets welcome ($150 per pet)
- Corner bakery steps from the front door
- In-unit washer and dryer
- Professionally cleaned to hotel-grade standards
- 24/7 support from a local team that responds within 15 minutes