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Where to Stay near Port Tampa Bay

Provenance: 12 hotels · researched from public reviews and official sources

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District near Port Tampa Bay
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel DistrictPhoto: Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District · Google Places

CruiseDayGuide lists 12 hotels near Port Tampa Bay; 9 are within 2 miles of a cruise terminal (straight-line), the closest being Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District at 0.3 miles from Terminal 6. 1 publishes shuttle terms and 1 publishes park-and-cruise terms on their own sites; records last checked September 9, 2026.

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Distances are approximate straight-line measurements to the nearest cruise terminal and airport reference point, not driving distances or walking routes. Near the airport means within 3 mi of an airport and includes hotels beyond 5 mi from the port. Searching by name also widens the default port radius.

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11 of 12 hotels within 5 mi. 1 beyond 5 mi; 0 without a mapped location.

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk near Port Tampa BayPhoto: The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Our pick

The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Hotel on the Hillsborough River with an outdoor pool and Gaudin Kitchen + Bar.

Distance to port
1.2 mi to Terminal 6
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Free · check terms
Cruise parking
Package terms below

4.5 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Why we picked it: A riverfront alternative for a downtown stay.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Cruise shuttle: Shuttle service to and from Port Tampa Bay is part of the Ship & Shore package rate.

barrymorehotel.com · checked 2026-08-25

Ship & Shore Cruise Package

  • An exclusive room rate for this package only, with rates that vary
  • Parking included in the rate for up to 10 days during your cruise
  • Shuttle service to and from Port Tampa Bay

You must present cruise line boarding passes at check-in to receive the Ship & Shore rate. The offer page quotes no dollar figure and sets out no shuttle timetable, so confirm both with the hotel when you book.

Check the hotel’s own package terms ↗

barrymorehotel.com · checked 2026-08-25

Sources for reviewed details

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Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Channel District Hampton with breakfast and a rooftop pool and patio.

Distance to port
0.3 mi to Terminal 6
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.5 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District

Why we picked it: A Channel District option for travelers who want breakfast at the hotel.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • hilton.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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Home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Channel District

Home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District

Channel District suites with in-room kitchens, breakfast and a rooftop pool.

Distance to port
0.3 mi to Terminal 6
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.5 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Home2 Suites Tampa Downtown Channel District

Why we picked it: A kitchen-based option for a longer Tampa stay or a pre-cruise night.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • hilton.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center

Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center

A downtown suite hotel with an outdoor pool by the convention center.

Distance to port
0.7 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
Check current rates · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.1 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center

Why we picked it: A suite option for travelers who want more room to relax.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • hilton.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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Quality Inn Airport — Cruise Port near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Quality Inn Tampa Airport - Cruise Port

Quality Inn Airport — Cruise Port

A Tampa hotel on South Dale Mabry Highway in the airport and cruise-port area.

Distance to port
3.7 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

3.4 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Quality Inn Airport — Cruise Port

Why we picked it: Another location to compare alongside downtown hotels.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

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Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown near Port Tampa BayPhoto via Google Maps

Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

Downtown Tampa hotel with a pool deck and restaurant.

Distance to port
0.7 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.1 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown

Why we picked it: A downtown alternative for a pre-cruise stay.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • hyatt.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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JW Marriott Tampa Water Street near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Faithe Picault

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Water Street hotel with pools, a spa and on-site dining.

Distance to port
0.5 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
Check current rates · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.4 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Why we picked it: A higher-end Water Street option for an extra city day.

Before you arrive: Check the exact property name: JW Marriott at 510 Water Street is distinct from Tampa Marriott Water Street.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • marriott.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice, address, location · checked 2026-09-09
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Hotel Haya near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Hotel Haya

Hotel Haya

Ybor City boutique hotel with a courtyard pool, restaurant and cafe.

Distance to port
0.7 mi to Terminal 6
straight-line
Guide price tier
Check current rates · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.5 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Hotel Haya

Why we picked it: A neighborhood base for travelers planning time in Ybor City.

Before you arrive: Allow time for the journey to your cruise terminal; nearby streetcar service is not a reserved luggage transfer.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

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Tampa Marriott Water Street near Port Tampa BayPhoto via Google Maps

Tampa Marriott Water Street

Riverfront hotel with dining and a rooftop pool in the Water Street area.

Distance to port
0.6 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.4 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Tampa Marriott Water Street

Why we picked it: A waterfront base for exploring downtown before a cruise.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • marriott.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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Hilton Tampa Downtown near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Hilton Tampa Downtown

Hilton Tampa Downtown

Downtown hotel with an outdoor pool and on-site restaurant.

Distance to port
0.8 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
Check current rates · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

5.0 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Hilton Tampa Downtown

Why we picked it: A central hotel option for travelers who want dining and a pool at the hotel.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • hilton.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice · checked 2026-09-09
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Epicurean Hotel — Autograph Collection near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection

Epicurean Hotel — Autograph Collection

A culinary-themed boutique hotel with a cooking theater, dining and a spa.

Distance to port
2.4 mi to Terminal 2
straight-line
Guide price tier
$$$ · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

4.3 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Epicurean Hotel — Autograph Collection

Why we picked it: A food-focused hotel option when the stay is part of your extra vacation day.

Before you arrive: Check the exact room layout and total for your dates. Confirm cruise parking and terminal transfers separately from ordinary hotel amenities.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

How we choose and review these options
1 more hotel beyond 5 miles

These hotels are more than 5 mi from the nearest cruise terminal, measured in a straight line.

Tampa Airport Marriott near Port Tampa BayPhoto: Tampa Airport Marriott

Tampa Airport Marriott

An in-terminal hotel at Tampa International Airport with soundproof room windows, on-site dining and an outdoor pool.

Distance to port
6.0 mi to Terminal 6
straight-line
Guide price tier
Check current rates · not a quote
Cruise shuttle
Confirm with hotel
Cruise parking
Confirm with hotel

0.4 mi to TPA · straight-line

Hotel details and sources for Tampa Airport Marriott

Why we picked it: Stay where you land after a late TPA flight, then make a separate ground-transfer plan for Port Tampa Bay.

Before you arrive: The hotel lists lobby and public-space work from 9am to 5pm, with possible noise and detours. Confirm the impact on your stay and arrange your port transfer.

Parking at the hotel: Confirm overnight and cruise parking terms with the hotel.

Sources for reviewed details

  • marriott.comdescription, hotel features, visit advice, address, location · checked 2026-09-09
How we choose and review these options

A room, a shuttle and cruise parking can be three different bookings.

Confirm the exact rate, all travelers, shuttle seats, luggage and mobility needs before reserving. For a park-and-cruise package, use the hotel’s own package page where required.

Does a hotel drive you to the ship?
1 hotel publishes shuttle terms on its own site. What each shuttle to Port Tampa Bay covers
Which listed hotel is closest to any cruise terminal?
Hampton Inn Tampa Downtown Channel District is about 0.3 mi from Terminal 6 in a straight line, the shortest distance among our mapped hotels. Check the actual route before walking or driving.
Where should you stay the night before?
The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk — 10 min drive to port.

Published by CruiseDayGuide · sources checked September 9, 2026

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