Stay at our Ideal Hotel near Raymond James Stadium
The Country Inn & Suites Tampa Airport North hotel's central location off Veterans Expressway benefits business and leisure guests by placing them just seven miles from Tampa International Airport (TPA) and 19 miles from St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE). We are minutes from amazing shopping at International Plaza, five miles from Busch Gardens, and a short drive from the area's best beaches and the country's best golf courses. As well, our hotel is near Raymond James Stadium, making us the perfect accommodations for guests attending Buccaneers games.
Nearby attractions include:
Big Cat Rescue Corporation (1 mile) A popular Tampa attraction, this place educates visitors about the majestic big cats that live there. Expect to see tigers, lions, panthers, cougars and more. Phone: +1 (813) 920-4130
Busch Gardens (5.2 miles) Some of the biggest, fastest thrill rides in the world can be found at Busch Gardens, as well as plenty of attractions for parents and younger children. Phone: +1 (813) 987-5660
Florida Aquarium (8.2 miles) See giant rays, sea turtles, sharks and more! The Florida Aquarium is a fascinating wonderland of the undersea world. Phone: +1 (813) 273-4000
International Plaza (5 miles) For some of the best shopping in Tampa, head to International Plaza. Phone: +1 (813) 342-3790
Legends Field (4 miles) This baseball field is designed to the exact specifications of Yankee Stadium in New York and serves as the yearly spring training facility for the New York Yankees. Phone: +1 (813) 879-2244
Port of Tampa (8.5 miles) A bustling business and shopping area, the Port of Tampa is the point of arrival and departure for all major cruise lines in the area, making our Tampa Airport hotel's location perfect for guests planning a cruise.
Rocky Point Golf Course (3.6 miles) Rocky Point has earned a reputation as one of the best golf courses in Tampa, with its rolling fairways and pristine greens. Phone: +1 (813) 673-4316
Raymond James Stadium (4.3 miles) Our hotel near Raymond James Stadium puts you within minutes of Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL home games. Phone: +1 (813) 350-6500
SOHO District (10 miles) This area near downtown Tampa is a popular walking district. It features numerous high-end shopping, dining and nightlife venues.
Tampa Beaches (5 miles) Our hotel is located just minutes from beautiful, white-sand Tampa beaches characterized by cool, clear water, balmy breezes and plenty of sunshine.
Tampa Convention Center (7.8 miles) Located downtown at the waterfront, this 60,000-square-foot facility is an impressive structure and hosts numerous events, seminars, expos and conventions throughout the year. Phone: +1 (813) 274-8511
Westchase Golf Course (6 miles) A top Tampa Bay golf facility, Westchase offers a woodsy layout with a lovely clubhouse overlooking the course. The food served at the clubhouse is just as big a hit as the course itself. Phone: +1 (813) 854-4616
About Tampa
Recognized as one of the nation's fastest growing cities, Tampa is a bustling port town that boasts multi-ethnic diversity and a revitalized downtown waterfront. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along Bayshore Boulevard, dubbed the "world's largest sidewalk;" or wander the quaint streets of Ybor City, once known as the "cigar capital of the world" and now a city-within-a-city offering Latin shops, ethnic restaurants, art galleries, and nightclubs. Local attractions include the 300-acre, Africa-themed Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Theme Park, and the Lowry Park Zoo, ranked among the top four zoos in the country. The Florida Aquarium is always a hit with the kids, and the Henry B. Plant Museum, formerly the site of the old Tampa Bay Hotel, is an historic national landmark. The Tampa Museum of Art features the Southeast's largest collection of Greek and Roman art, not to mention an outstanding 20th-century American collection. As for sports, the NFL's Buccaneers and the NHL's Lightning both call Tampa Bay home, and several major league baseball teams also come to Tampa for spring training.
Did you know?
Weeki Wachee! What? Weeki Wachee is home to the closest thing to mermaids we'll ever see. Lovely "mermaids" perform graceful water ballets while 12 feet under water. After the fascinating indoor experience, hop on the Wilderness River Cruise to view a haven where injured birds are nursed back to health.