Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Patio
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Pet-friendly
Refrigerator
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Tampa, FL
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Place, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
20 min walk
University of South Florida
Place, University of South Florida
3 min drive
Adventure Island
Place, Adventure Island
4 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
25 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom
Take a walk or an Uber to Busch Gardens or Adventure Island to get the adrenaline pumping. Enjoy live music & see fireworks from the private backyard equipped w/ grill & seating. 10 minutes from USF, MOFFIT, VA and Shriners Hospital. Stay inside lounging on the couch watching smart TVs or surfing the net on private WiFi. Hang out at the wine bar while your favorite meal cooks in the new chef's kitchen. Close to 1275, MOFFIT, USF,DINING, NIGHTLIFE, CASINO, YBOR, CHANNELSIDE.
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties are an extra 200 fee
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Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$75 extra fee for pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2833398vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Parties are an extra 200 fee
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
University Square, a neighbourhood in Tampa, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Yuengling Center or Benchmark International Arena.
University of South Florida - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
University Mall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Adventure Island - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station - 18 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Zagora Café - 18 min walk
Dragon Fire Grill - 16 min walk
Zambia Smokehouse - 1 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 20 min walk
Taco Bell - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom ?
As of 6 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom on 16 March 2027 start from NZ$838, 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 Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Busch Gardens/USF. New remodeled Centrally located 2 Bedroom located?
Located in University Square, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from University of South Florida. University Mall and Adventure Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Host was amazing. Very quick to respond to all of my messages and questions!! House was perfect for what we needed. We were celebrating my 16 year olds birthday and spending weekend at Busch Gardens and Adventure Island. Both were less than a 5 in drive. Great location if you are visiting theme parks! HardRock Casino was also less than a 10 min drive so that was an added bonus! We will definitely stay here again on our next visit.
This home near USF and Busch gardens is perfect for a stay in Tampa. Close to downtown with a fenced in yard for our dog to explore. Great location to watch the fireworks and drone show on the weekends. Host is very attentive and goes out of his way to accommodate any reasonable requests. Would definitely stay here again!
Jaredd was a great host! We were there for work for 3 months. Jaredd was very helpful telling us the places we needed to see. His home was perfect for us.
Stayed 67 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2023
Thanks Bud. You guys are welcome back anytime. mahalo 🙂
This was a very nice remodeled home. Clean and quaint little 2 bedroom 2 bath house located right next to Bush Gardens. Great location for many Tampa attractions. Communication with the host was very easy and property was easy to find. All and all great property.
My son was attending USF for one semester, so my husband, son and I stayed at this property. The owner was very responsive to my calls. The property location was excellent. It was a very short drive from USF, and there were lots of restaurants and attractions nearby. We had a very comfortable stay for four months.
Stayed 118 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
Thanks Regina. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay!! I look forward to hosting you again.
This is a great place to stay, my entire family of five was very happy, comfortable and we felt like at home. It is a nice remodel home and the welcome sign had me at hello.. For us the location and the nice fenced backyard were an added bonus. The host, Jaredd, was very responsive and made the entire process from the beginning to the end very pleasant. Thanks, Jaredd!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2022
Hi Carmen. Thank you for the positive feedback. You and your family are welcome home any time!
Nice little house right by Busch Gardens. We were able to Uber to the park for way cheaper than it would’ve cost to park there. We also did the 45 min drive to Clearwater beach. Communication with the host was easy and timely. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again if we visit the Tampa area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you Alecia. Im glad you enjoyed your stay. You and your family are always welcome back
The house was clean and well supplied. The beds were very comfortable. If you’re going to Busch Gardens, you can’t get any closer than this. You can see the roller coasters and hear the screams. The neighborhood is only fair but appears to be improving. The WiFi and the tvs worked well. Communication with the owner was good. We enjoyed our week there.
Jerred was gracious and responsive. He helped me out with a major date mixup and made it possible for me to stay at his rental. Would highly recommend him as a host! Thx Jerred for helping me out of a major mixup! Until next time!
My husband and our 4 daughters were down for a volleyball tournament and our place was exactly as described!! Jerrard allowed us to not only check in early but also check out late due to the tournament ending later than expected!! The house was clean, smelled great and had all the amenities we needed. The house had plenty of space for our family of 6 and our dog. Great fenced in backyard as well. Thanks Jerrard for making our stay awesome and for allowing our champion to rest easy!!! We would definitely stay again!!!
We were in Tampa to visit family over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. We arrived very late the first evening, and the owner/manager Jarred was great at providing all the info we needed, even answering questions at midnight and later. This is not a 'resort' location, it's a quiet neighborhood of hard working families, however the location was convenient to everything we wanted, and we were able to view the Busch Gardens fireworks and drone lightshow from the front yard! My only caution is this: the beds are NOT
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Joanne P.
11 March 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
C’est bien
Très beau séjours,
Propriétaire très gentil.
Mais les meubles sont du pour être remplacer, salon , lits et dans la cour arrière.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jaredd Smith
My name is Jaredd and I love to travel and host, creating a nice vibe with stylish finishes with a focus on cleanliness comfort and functionality
Why they chose this property
Walking distance to Busch Gardens. c Centrally located to USF and Hospital. Completely remodeled stylish home in the middle of everything Tampa has to offer
What makes this property unique
See and hear Busch Gardens from your front yard. Enjoy Busch Gardens nightly fireworks show from private backyard. Across street from Adventure Island. Close to Casino Ybor City Museum Zoo dining and shopping
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests