The 6 Best Luxury Hotels in Tampa
Would you rather stay above the harbor, in a 1905 courthouse or at a resort on the bay? Our travel advisors find the luxury hotel in Tampa that suits your plans and give you personal advice along the way. Every suitespot booking comes with free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – benefits worth over €500.
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The best-known hotels in Tampa
Looking for the best hotels in Tampa? Below are the well-known addresses with neighborhood, suitespot score and nightly rate. Our tip: for the harbor and the Riverwalk, stay at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street; for restaurants and a spa in SoHo, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Marriott Water Street | Downtown | ★ 4.5/5 | 266 € |
| JW Marriott Tampa Water Street | Downtown | ★ 4.8/5 | 299 € |
| Epicurean Hotel Tampa | Hyde Park | ★ 4.6/5 | 272 € |
| Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay | Westshore | ★ 4.4/5 | 205 € |
| Le Méridien Tampa | Downtown | ★ 4.1/5 | 205 € |
| The Tampa EDITION | Downtown | ★ 4.2/5 | 372 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in Tampa
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street · DowntownFor conventions, the arena and evenings by the harbor, we recommend the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street. Food lovers book the Epicurean Hotel Tampa, a hotel built around food across from Bern's Steak House, or The Tampa EDITION with Lilac, whose kitchen holds a Michelin star. Families and nature lovers stay at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, with kayaks, a nature walk and a pool right by the water.The best hotels in Tampa include waterfront newcomers as well as a courthouse from 1905.
At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
New and freshly renovated: what you get at the luxury hotels in Tampa today
In fall 2022, The Tampa EDITION opened, developed with Ian Schrager; the interiors are by Roman and Williams. You stay in one of 172 rooms, 30 of them suites, and in the evening you move between the Punch Room, the leafy lobby bar with its billiards table and the Arts Club with live music.
The Tampa EDITION · DowntownTwo years earlier, in 2020, the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street opened with interiors by Champalimaud Design. A glass skybridge links it to the Tampa Marriott Water Street, which gained new rooms, a new lobby and an enlarged rooftop pool deck with cabanas in its renovation.
In Hyde Park, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa expanded in 2024 and 2025: across from the original building came a new building and two restored historic apartment buildings with 51 rooms and suites, a private lobby and a rooftop terrace. On the waterfront, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay refreshed all rooms and suites as well as its villa-style casitas in 2023.
These luxury hotels in Tampa have a pool – up top, with cabanas or on the bay
High above the harbor: On the sixth floor of the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street you find two resort-style pools with private cabanas, palm trees and water views. At the Tampa Marriott Water Street, you swim in the renovated rooftop pool with cabanas and views of the city and the water. The Tampa EDITION has a pool club on level nine with five cabanas and a pool bar, with DJ sets on weekends.
Tampa Marriott Water Street · DowntownOn the water: The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay has two outdoor pools, one of them on the waterfront next to the casitas, plus a sunning beach and kayaks and paddleboards for rent.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
In the neighborhood: The Epicurean Hotel Tampa has an outdoor pool, and at Le Méridien Tampa some rooms, once holding cells of the courthouse, overlook the heated outdoor pool. Our advice: if you want the skyline while you swim, pick one of the luxury hotels in Tampa by the harbor; if you want nature, the bay.
Spa & wellness in Tampa's luxury hotels: a mineral-water whirlpool, Le Labo and herbs from a living wall
By the harbor: Spa by JW at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street has ten treatment rooms and its own terrace with loungers and a mineral-water whirlpool. At The Tampa EDITION, the spa takes up the second floor: six treatment rooms, steam rooms, a relaxation area and Biologique Recherche facials, all scented with Le Labo's black tea.
Epicurean Hotel Tampa · Hyde ParkIn SoHo: Spa Evangeline at the Epicurean Hotel Tampa works with fresh fruit scrubs and oils infused with herbs from the hotel's living wall, plus massages, including for couples, HydraFacials, manicures and pedicures.
Our tip: stay active on the bay
At the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, a nature walk, about 9.5 miles of bike trails and tennis and pickleball courts are part of the grounds. Paddle out by kayak in the morning and spend the afternoon on the hotel's own beach.
Dining at Tampa's luxury hotels: a Michelin star, a steakhouse legacy and oysters on the bay
Michelin-starred: At The Tampa EDITION, John Fraser cooks Mediterranean food at Lilac, inspired by his Greek roots, with Turkish and French influences and ingredients from the Sunshine State. The restaurant holds a Michelin star, and its counter in front of the open kitchen seats eight. By day, Market serves fresh pasta, Neapolitan-style pizza and La Colombe coffee.
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay · WestshoreA food lover's hotel in SoHo: The Epicurean Hotel Tampa was created with the family behind Bern's Steak House, right across the street. At the Epicurean Theatre you cook along in chef-led classes, Élevage serves from breakfast to dinner, and up on the roof the EDGE bar mixes cocktails from fresh ingredients. Rooms come with a small pantry and wine pairings.
On the water: At the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, Oystercatchers serves seafood and oysters with herbs and greens from its own hydro farm, plus Sunday brunch. At the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, Driftlight Steakhouse cooks farm- and ocean-to-table, and the Beacon lounge waits on the roof. The Tampa Marriott Water Street has Anchor & Brine on the Riverwalk, with outdoor seating.
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
In the courtroom: At Le Méridien Tampa, you dine at Sal Rosa in a former courtroom: the host stand is the old witness stand, and seats line the jury box. The food is Latin American with a modern American twist, with brunch on weekends.
Luxury hotels in Tampa with history: a 1905 courthouse and a home for food lovers
In 1905 the Beaux-Arts building that now houses Le Méridien Tampa was completed: post office, custom house and federal courthouse under one roof, designed under James Knox Taylor, Supervising Architect of the US Treasury. A US District Court sat here until 2001, and the building has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1974.
Le Méridien Tampa · DowntownWhen it was converted into a hotel, which opened in 2014, much was kept: the concierge works from the former judicial bench, the elevator doors are gold, the ceilings hand-painted and the floors terrazzo. Some rooms were once holding cells or judges' chambers.
The Epicurean Hotel Tampa tells the story of a local dining institution: it was created with the family behind Bern's Steak House, founded in 1956, and opened in December 2013. The Tampa Marriott Water Street started out in 2000 as the Waterside hotel next to the convention center and took its current name after a major renovation.
Award-winning luxury hotels in Tampa: Forbes Travel Guide and a Michelin star
Four stars in the Forbes Travel Guide go to The Tampa EDITION, and its spa holds four Forbes stars as well. The Forbes Travel Guide lists the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street as “Recommended”.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Michelin: Lilac at The Tampa EDITION, John Fraser's restaurant, holds a Michelin star. So if awards guide your choice of luxury hotels in Tampa, look to the downtown waterfront.
Where to stay in Tampa: Water Street, downtown, Hyde Park or Westshore – how to find your 5-star hotel
Downtown, SoHo and Westshore are each only a short drive apart. When picking your 5-star hotel in Tampa, what matters most is whether you want the harbor and the arena, restaurants in an older neighborhood or water and green outside your door.
Water Street: The new district on the Garrison Channel has grown up around the convention center, the arena and the Riverwalk. Here you find the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and the Tampa Marriott Water Street, linked by a glass skybridge; from the Marriott, the aquarium and Sparkman Wharf are just steps away. The Tampa EDITION overlooks the channel right next door. Ideal for convention guests, sports fans and evenings by the water.
Downtown: Le Méridien Tampa is on North Florida Avenue, a few blocks from the art museum and the Riverwalk. A fit if you like art and history under your roof.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Hyde Park and SoHo: The Epicurean Hotel Tampa stands on South Howard Avenue, across from Bern's Steak House; you can walk to Hyde Park Village and Bayshore Boulevard. The right choice for food lovers.
Westshore on the bay: The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay sits on spacious grounds right on the water, close to the airport and with a shuttle there. Suited to families, nature lovers and anyone with an early flight.
Our tip: art included, a dock at the door
At Le Méridien Tampa, the Unlock Art pass gets you free admission to the city's art museum. And if you arrive by boat, you can tie up at the Tampa Marriott Water Street's own full-service marina with 28 slips.
What your 5-star hotel in Tampa costs per night – perks, programs and seasons
Rates open with the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Le Méridien Tampa, both from 204 €. In the harbor district, the Tampa Marriott Water Street starts at 265 € and the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street at 298 €.
In SoHo, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa begins at 271 €, and The Tampa EDITION at 371 €. What your travel dates cost today and which rooms are still free, you will see in the hotel list below.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from | suitespot score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown and Water Street | |||
| The Tampa EDITION | 371 € | 1st night | ★ 4.2/5 |
| JW Marriott Tampa Water Street | 298 € | 1st night | ★ 4.8/5 |
| Tampa Marriott Water Street | 265 € | 1st night | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Le Méridien Tampa | 204 € | 1st night | ★ 4.1/5 |
| Hyde Park and SoHo | |||
| Epicurean Hotel Tampa | 271 € | 1st night | ★ 4.6/5 |
| Westshore on the bay | |||
| Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay | 204 € | 1st night | ★ 4.4/5 |
Included: An upgrade plus early arrival and late departure, when available, come with all six hotels. Daily breakfast for two is included at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa, the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Le Méridien Tampa; at the Tampa Marriott Water Street you get a US$50 breakfast credit instead, and at The Tampa EDITION US$32 a day for up to two people at Market. A US$100 hotel credit comes with The Tampa EDITION, and US$25 per stay for food and drinks with the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.
Minimum stay: none. The benefits apply at all six hotels from the very first night, and five of them add a welcome gift.
Programs: At five hotels you earn Marriott Bonvoy, at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay it is World of Hyatt. Because suitespot books at the hotel's direct rate, points and status nights land in your account and your elite perks stay in place.
Tampa through the year: From November to April the days are warm and mostly dry, perfect for the Riverwalk and evenings on rooftop terraces. For those months, reserve your 5-star hotel in Tampa as early as you can. In summer the afternoons belong to the pool, and after a thunderstorm the evening by the water feels pleasantly fresh.
How long to stay: Three nights are enough for downtown with the Riverwalk and museums, an evening in SoHo and a day on the Gulf beaches.
The hotels in Tampa at a glance
What sets the hotels in Tampa apart – from their opening year to the spa:
| Hotel | Opened | Renovated | Pool | Spa | Club lounge | Forbes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa Marriott Water Street | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| JW Marriott Tampa Water Street | 2020 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Recommended | |
| Epicurean Hotel Tampa | 2013 | 2024 | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay | 2023 | ✓ | ||||
| The Tampa EDITION | 2022 | ✓ | ✓ | 4 stars |
Earn points & use your status in Tampa
Five of the six hotels belong to Marriott Bonvoy: the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, the Tampa Marriott Water Street, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa, Le Méridien Tampa and The Tampa EDITION. The Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay earns with World of Hyatt. Since we book directly with each hotel, your points and status nights are credited as usual.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in Tampa |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | 5 hotels | Tampa Marriott Water Street, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, Epicurean Hotel Tampa … |
| World of Hyatt | 1 hotel | Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in Tampa
How much does a luxury hotel in Tampa cost per night?
Rates open with the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Le Méridien Tampa at 204 € each; by the harbor, the Tampa Marriott Water Street starts at 265 €. Breakfast for two is included at four hotels, and two more offer a breakfast credit.
What is the best luxury hotel in Tampa?
That depends on your trip: for food lovers we recommend the Epicurean Hotel Tampa, for conventions and the harbor the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, for families and nature the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and for Michelin-starred dining The Tampa EDITION.
Where should I stay in Tampa?
By the downtown harbor you stay at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street or the Tampa Marriott Water Street, right in the action. In SoHo we recommend the Epicurean Hotel Tampa, and in Westshore right on the water the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.
Which luxury hotels in Tampa have a rooftop pool?
The Tampa Marriott Water Street has a rooftop pool with cabanas, and The Tampa EDITION runs a pool club on level nine. At the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, two pools with cabanas sit on the sixth floor.
Is there a hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant in Tampa?
Yes: Lilac at The Tampa EDITION holds a Michelin star. John Fraser cooks Mediterranean food there, with eight seats at the counter in front of the open kitchen.
Is there a luxury resort in Tampa?
For a resort feel close to the city, choose the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay: spacious bayfront grounds with two outdoor pools, villa-style casitas, a beach, kayaks and tennis courts.
Which hotel in Tampa is new?
The Tampa EDITION opened in fall 2022 and the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street in 2020. The Epicurean Hotel Tampa grew by 51 rooms and suites in 2024 and 2025.
Where can I find hotel suites in Tampa?
Of the 172 rooms at The Tampa EDITION, 30 are suites. At the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay you can book a villa-style casita by the pool, and Le Méridien Tampa has four suites in the old courthouse.
Can I earn points in Tampa?
Yes, at all six hotels: Marriott Bonvoy at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, the Epicurean Hotel Tampa and The Tampa EDITION, for example, and World of Hyatt at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.
Which luxury hotels in Tampa allow pets?
Pets are welcome at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Le Méridien Tampa. Let us know when you inquire, and we will clarify the conditions.
When is it worth booking a 5-star hotel in Tampa early?
For the warm, dry months from November to April, reserve in good time. In summer you have more choice, and suitespot benefits come with every season.
Is there a minimum stay in Tampa?
No, at all six hotels the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
