Doubletree Hotel ( Airport )

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 02 Oct 2011 rated 9 out of 10.

I stay here every time I go to Tampa which is at least once a month. If you ask for a room on the non freeway side most are quiet.

Positives: Great location, good staff and a great price!

Negatives: Restaurant not so good.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 30 Aug 2011 rated 1 out of 10.

Most hotels are generally adequate if they provide good sleep and clean accommodations. We attempted to stay here for one night while on our return back home from our vacation to south Florida. Typically, we stay at the Intercontinental or Grand Hyatt in Tampa if we stay for more than one night, but we really just needed a place to get some sleep before we hit the road again. However, there is no way ever to sleep at this hotel. Our room was in the tower, backed up right against the highway and it sounds as if you are standing right outside, absolutely no way to get sleep. On top of this, there was people out in the hallway for over an hour talking on speaker phone. By 1:00 am we couldn't take it anymore and decided to check-out and drive the 5 hours to get home. At check-out, it was almost as if they were laughing inside, knowing they gave us an awful room. The staff was also incredibly unprofessional.

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Positives: Nothing

Negatives: Gave us very small room backed up to major highway, could not sleep at all, checked out at 1:00 am because noise was so bad.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 01 Aug 2011 rated 8 out of 10.

For the money the hotel was really good. Poor areas for parking, seems that valet has to many spaces that were mostly empty. Staff was always cleaning the area which was good. I first checked in and was given a room next to the interstate,<BR/>I asked to be moved and i was in a friendly way by the staff.

Positives: Clean and safe.

Negatives: Pool area was under construction, not enough parking.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 19 Jul 2011 rated 1 out of 10.

This was undoubtedly the worst stay I have ever had at a Doubletree property. The rooms sported a worn out look complete with bubbled wallpaper, stale smell, tub and sink drains that could not keep up with the shower head and left me standing in water and carpet that needed stretching. The majority of employees lacked any customer care skills, and the front desk was nothing short of rude; however, the valet and carport employees were helpful and friendly (They must be on loan from another hotel).

Positives: Leaving.

Negatives: Rude employees.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 24 May 2011 rated 7 out of 10.

The room I stayed in was on the 2nd floor, and was pretty cramped with 2 queen beds. The bathroom and furniture was very nice, with solid wood cabinets and granite counter tops. However, the carpet was badly soiled and stained, the room stunk of smoke and mildew, and everything looked a little worn. That was my stay on Friday night. On Sunday, I came back to the same hotel, and got a different room on another floor. The new room had the same layout but with a king bed, which was a little less cramped. The new room was immaculate, smelled clean, looked brand new. The bed was comfortable, but there was a lot of road noise -- apparently from both I-275 behind the hotel, and from Cypress Street out front. No free toast-and-juice breakfast, no free WiFi. By comparison, I stayed at a Hyatt Place last week with much more tasteful decor, fantastic room layout, and all the trimmings for about $2 less per night. There seems to be a permanent presence of Marine Corps recruit processing staff on the first floor of the hotel, where they house new civilians who are just enlisting in the Corps before they ship off to boot camp. I suspect the grungy room I was placed in, was probably routinely used by the hotel to house the Marines (who likely won't complain), while the second room was in the business traveler section of the hotel. I should also note that the hotel parking deck is nasty/smelly, that it isn't exactly located in a swank area of town, but that there is a world-class steakhouse (Charley's) right next door.



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Positives: Good location, convenient to airport and interstate.

Negatives: Room was grungy, carpet was gross, room layout was cramped. No free breakfast or WiFi. Very few channels on the TV system.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 23 May 2011 rated 10 out of 10.

This hotel is right off the thru-way and close to Ybor City and downtown St. Petersburgh for the night life. All the staff was very helpful and always welcoming. The bed was very comfy and the pillows. The stay was extremelly pleasant and we plan on staying there again. This was for a business/leasure trip and had a very nice desk in it and a balcony for our room :)

Positives: Clean, comfertable and extremelly friendly staff!

Negatives: nothing

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 21 May 2011 rated 5 out of 10.

I guess the actual hotel was OK but our room location was terrible.

Positives: Location

Negatives: Our room was right off the highway and needless to say lots of noise and no sleep.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 16 May 2011 rated 4 out of 10.

(ctnd fr 18) high narrow windows face directly to a roof w ac units, despite being on 2nd floor

Positives: Have stayed here before, totally different experience when booking thru priceline

Negatives: Awful room, wasn't allowed to ask for any preferencres, lacking furniture, refrig and dismally decorated.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 15 May 2011 rated 5 out of 10.

The water at this hotel was heavily chlorinated. It was horrible.<BR/>I could not sleep because<BR/>I smelled chlorine all night (and for 2 days after).

Positives: Price.

Negatives: The water was heavily chlorinated and I smelled for 2 days.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 01 May 2011 rated 7 out of 10.

I think a nicer room on a higher floor would have resulted in a better stay.

Positives: The staff and pool were great.

Negatives: We were definately given the worst room in the hotel. Patio on second floor with nothing but all the air conditioners and really ugly shrub.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 25 Apr 2011 rated 5 out of 10.

I was very disappointed with this property. There are not too many decent, three star and above, hotels near my destination- so, I opted to stay a bit out of the way in hopes of getting better accommodations. This hotel is just not worth the money. I would be embarrassed to meet with associates or family members at this property. Also, it's difficult to park after dark- unless you are willing to pay for parking. Other hotels nearby, with lower star ratings, offer free internet and free breakfast- for less.

Positives: This hotel is within a mile of many places to eat including Whole foods.

Negatives: This is not a three star property. The grounds and the public areas need updating and cleaning.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 21 Apr 2011 rated 7 out of 10.

The pros: good location, sports bar in the main lobby, decent pool and fitness area. Business office with free printing from PC's was nice. Staff was good with room cleaning. Room was quiet and no major issues. Cons: parking is a battle each time you come back to the hotel. Not enough spaces and sometimes had to park on the 3rd floor of a garage. I had confirmed a king bed directly with the hotel, but ended up with a double queen for me and my wife. I would have been fine if they couldn't grant the request, but don't give it to me just to take it away. The room definitely needed some updating/maintenance. The sink handles were falling off and the carpets had pretty visible stains. Complimentary Wi-Fi would have been nice.

Positives: Sizable sports bar just off the main lobby.

Negatives: Confirmed a single king directly with hotel, but didn't get one.

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 15 Apr 2011 rated 9 out of 10.

The hotel is very nice, and the pool is great. Very nice bedding, and the room was very clean.

Positives: Great hotel. Gotta love the cookies!

Negatives: The pool closes at 10:00, but I'm sure the guests staying near the pool probably appreciate that.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 10 Apr 2011 rated 6 out of 10.

Avoid any room that faces the interstate. Thin windows allow all that noise in. Lots of wear, carpet stains, wall marks, etc. I've stayed in interstate motels that were nicer than this.

Positives: Free parking.

Negatives: Adjacent to interstate, room showed heavy wear, tower elevator is far from lobby (too many hallways.)

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 17 Nov 2010 rated 10 out of 10.

Check in &amp; checkout was easy. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows. Excellent location with shuttle service available locally and to the airport.

Positives: Location.

Negatives: People in the next room were partying till 3 am.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 28 Oct 2010 rated 5 out of 10.

Worst Doubletree I've ever stayed in. Lobby was wonderful. The room was another story. The room was dated and obviously not cleaned- the carpet was not vacuumed, cup ring marks on the toilet, filthy carpet and drapes. Had to be moved rooms and the 2nd room had a large wet area on the carpet. The carpet was not vacuumed in weeks and was filthy.

Positives: Staff was friendly and helpful.

Negatives: Room was not cleaned and had to be moved to another that was also very dirty.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 26 Oct 2010 rated 4 out of 10.

Just so so. I think I spent too much money in this hotel. It does not reach the star that it shows.

Positives: Nothing.

Negatives: Room is not like its star.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 25 Oct 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

Hotel was very nice. The staff was very accommodating. Room was in pristine condition and provided enough space to work while in the room. Internet was not included in the price and there was no refrigerator or microwave in the room, which was a little disappointing.

Positives: Professional staff, very accommodating, excellent location to airport, shopping, and dining.

Negatives: Internet access was not included in price. Was $12 extra per day.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 18 Oct 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

The ice machines on our floor didn't work. We had to search the other floors for an ice machine that did work.

Positives: The beds were very comfortable.

Negatives: No refrigerator.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 05 Oct 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

Very nice hotel to stay at, just make sure to request a room that doesn't back up to the highway behind the hotel. You will not be disappointed.

Positives: Friendly, helpful staff and all them amenities, such as the computer room and printers.

Negatives: The hot water took forever to get hot in the shower and then in the middle of the shower it would just turn all they way up on its own.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 04 Oct 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

hotel was an excellent value and very convenient, room ultra quiet.

Positives: Clean room, friendly staff.

Negatives: Sports bar overstaffed but poor service saw them ignore customers while soc with each other.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 06 Sep 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

Clean, comfortable hotel in convenient location. Disappointed in extra charges for WiFi in room and local telephone calls.

Positives: Clean, comfortable and convenient.

Negatives: Not as upscale.

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 30 Jul 2010 rated 7 out of 10.

The staff and restaurants were very nice a clean. Food was very good. Pool was very clean and well maintained. Carpets were stained and ceiling was peeling.

Positives: The over all hotel and staff was nice.

Negatives: The ceiling was coming down all over. The cover to the air conditioner was coming off.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 17 Jul 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

Except for the front bar, all was great.

Positives: Nice, clean, easy to get to. Coffee, tea maker and blow dryer in room.

Negatives: Bar in hotel lobby allowed smoking, which filled the lobby.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 11 Jul 2010 rated 10 out of 10.

The location was perfect being right next to the airport and offering a free shuttle. The beds were very comfy and the hotel staff were very pleasant. I would stay here again.

Positives: The reception staff person was very pleasant.

Negatives: There was no hair dryer in the room.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 03 Jul 2010 rated 10 out of 10.

Every thing was nice. We would stay again. It was quite and private. It could have use a small microwave and small refrigerator in the room. It is a long walk to get something to eat.

Positives: It was nice to a private have a balcony.

Negatives: There was no refrigerator or microwave.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 29 Jun 2010 rated 3 out of 10.

It was nice until the night before checkout when someone attempted to enter our room at 11 pm and 3 am. If we didn't have the safety lock on the door it could have ended very badly.

Positives: Good location and no noise.

Negatives: Someone was given a key to our room and attempted to come in at 11 pm and 3 am.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 06 Jun 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

Hotel is close to the airport and they have a shuttle that leaves every 30 minutes. The hotel was very clean and the rooms were comfortable. A nice place to stay.

Positives: The beds were wonderful.

Negatives: Check in.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 12 Apr 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

Very good for my needs, location made it easy to get to my destinations quickly.

Positives: Central location.

Negatives: Room toward road.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 03 Feb 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

Fine place for good rate.

Positives: Location, cookies, clean.

Negatives: Busy staff - Gasparilla, adequate room, loud AC.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 27 Jan 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

This hotel is very close to the main market where all the shops and restaurants are located. Nice.

Positives: Friendly staffs.

Negatives: The room needed a fridge.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 26 Jan 2010 rated 10 out of 10.

Classy, very clean hotel with large, open entry and registration area. Staff at registration and restaurants very helpful and friendly. Excellent airport shuttle service. Room was clean, beds comfortable, towels huge. Felt pampered.

Positives: Very friendly, knowledgeable staff, excellent food and service in lounge.

Negatives: Printer in business center out of ink for two days, food in restaurant a little pricey.

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 15 Jan 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

This hotel is listed as a Tampa International Airport hotel, but only in so far as it is a 10-minutes drive from the hotel. There are others that are closer. However, the hotel offered great value with comfortable accommodations and friendly staff.

Positives: Free airport shuttle, comfortable bed, friendly staff.

Negatives: No free internet.

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 08 Jan 2010 rated 5 out of 10.

Our room was in tower - winding narrow hallways to get there. Definitely not a upscale. Room had nice big window, unfortunately, it overlooked the interstate and was very noisy. Needs to be updated, new carpet, etc.

Positives: Comfortable bed, great cookies.

Negatives: Old rooms, dirty carpet.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 01 Dec 2009 rated 7 out of 10.

This hotel was adequate in that it was clean and offered a decent sports bar/restaurant. There are fees for use of the internet in your room and there is no continental breakfast.

Positives: Convenience to airport.

Negatives: Internet fee.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 02 Aug 2009 rated 9 out of 10.

We enjoyed our stay!

Positives: Very Friendly.

Negatives: Business center was sub par.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 10 Sep 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Clean, friendly staff, very helpful.

Positives: Nice location, close to airport and beach.

Negatives: Nothing.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 10 Sep 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

The are currently renovating, and our room was stale smelling, we only stayed for one night so I did not report to get a new room and we had to set the air to 65 to get it to cool down, and it was still warm the air unit was loud, other than that it was a nice place to rest our heads before going to the ZOO with out 2 year old son, I loved the towels, and bedding, TV did not have a lot to choose.

Positives: Cookies at check-in, yumm!

Negatives: Our long track to our room till we found another elevator.