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Preferred HotelsIf you are visiting the Florida State Fairgrounds and need a place to stay we have the perfect place. While there are many wonderful hotels near the Fairgrounds our associates and friends stay at what we call our "Preferred Hotels." These hotels partner with the Florida State Fair Authority to provide you top notch amenities to ensure a pleasant experience during your time in the Tampa Bay area.   Amenities: The Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East/Brandon hotel is located in Highland Manor Office Park near Sabal Park. We provide spacious guestrooms full of thoughtful amenities complimented by friendly service and a relaxed Florida style atmosphere at an affordable price. At this Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Tampa, Florida we specialize in the kind of service you've learned to expect. Amenities: • Great American Grill® serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and evening room service • Pavilion Pantry® convenience mart making food available 24-hours a day • Complimentary high-speed Internet in guestrooms and public spaces • Complimentary 24-hour business center with secure PrinterOn® remote printing • Complimentary 24-hour fitness center • Complimentary parking and area shuttle • 4,000 square feet of flexible meeting space to accommodate up to 180 guests with full catering services Room amenities: • In-room hospitality center with microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker • Two dual-line phones with voicemail, data ports and a large work desk • Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool Come enjoy a taste of Florida hospitality and exceptional service at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa East/Brandon hotel. Our Tampa, FL hotel is within 2 miles of the Florida State Fairgrounds, 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre and the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center plus minutes from shopping, restaurants and entertainment. 10309 Highland Manor Dr., Tampa, FL 33610 Telephone: (813) 626-6700 / Fax: (813) 626-6755  A unique property situated in a quiet scenic location, the Hotel has 59 rooms including 32 Townhouse Suites. We are easily accessible from I-75 and I-4 and we are located just 5 minutes from the Florida State Fairgrounds,and 15 minutes from Downtown Tampa. The Hotel has an Outdoor heated Pool, Fitness Center, Free Wireless Internet Access and Complimentary Hot Breakfast. Our Townhouse Suites are bi-level lofts with a king bed upstairs, 1.5 bathrooms 37"plasma TV and separate TV in the loft bed room. Our facilities offer over 2000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting room space that can accommodate Business Meetings and Leisure Parties including Wedding Groups. Our Property is 100 Percent Smoke Free. The Baymont Lounge features $3 beer and wine daily. 10007 Princess Palm Ave. Tampa, FL 33619 Director of Sales: Margaret McKean Office: 813-622-8557 Mobile: 727-259-8289 Fax: 813-620-4866  Located just 7 minutes from the Fairgrounds, we offer complimentary WiFi, a heated indoor/outdoor pool and outdoor sundeck as well as microwaves/refrigerators in all our suites. We offer discounted rates for all attendees and exhibitors at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Please email
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in our sales department about discounted rates or call (813) 793-9055. 10152 Palm River Road Tampa, FL 33619 Phone: (813) 661-9559 Sales: (813) 793-9055    Located just 5 minutes from the Fairgrounds, we are the best full service property in the area. Not only are we a wireless hotel, included in your rate is our fabulous two room suites, a delicious hot made to order breakfast as well as our nightly manager’s reception with free drinks and appetizers. Our deluxe amenities include a heated outdoor pool, whirlpool, state of the art Pre-Core Fitness center as well as our full service restaurant and suite shop for all your dining pleasures. We offer discounted rates for all attendees and exhibitors at the Florida State Fairgrounds. For rates and pricing call 813-653-1905 and speak to our sales office directly. 10220 Palm River Road, Tampa, FL 33619 Telephone: (813) 653-1905/Fax (813) 654-3728 Located just 7 minutes from the Fairgrounds, we offer complimentary WiFi, complimentary breakfast, a heated outdoor/indoor pool and sundeck as well as microwaves/refrigerators in all our suites. We offer discounted rates for all attendees and exhibitors at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Please email
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in our sales department about discounted rates or call (813) 793-9055. 10150 Palm River Rd., Tampa, FL 33619 Phone: 813-661-9719 Fax: 813-793-9055 CLOSEST & NEWEST MARRIOTT HOTEL TO THE FAIRGROUNDS!!! Located less than 1 mile away!!! Now offering Complimentary Shuttle Service to the Fairgrounds and the Amphitheatre. Fairfield Inn & Suites Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino is ideal for business or leisure travel. Our spacious rooms include 37" LCD HDTV's with over 80 channels, complimentary high-speed and wireless internet access, well-lit work desk and luxurious bedding. After a great night's rest you can enjoy a vigorous workout in our well-equipped fitness center, followed by a Complimentary Expanded Continental Breakfast. Enjoy our seasonal outdoor pool and relax in our Jacuzzi. We also have a complimentary 24-hour Business Center available for your use, as well as Guest laundry facilities on site! No need to leave your pet at home - we now have Pet Friendly Rooms available. While attending a horse show at the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center, call for our discounted rates. Our friendly and attentive staff awaits your arrival! *Staying is Believing* Liz Loscalzo General Manager 6720 Lakeview Center Drive, Tampa, FL 33619 Telephone (813) 626-3000  Winner of Guest Loyalty Award, Hilton Garden Inn, Worldwide    May we show you how we do this? Allow us to welcome you home and enjoy the following amenities, you have EARNED to expect: *Award winning service *Garden Sleep System bed with adjustable controls *In room coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, 37” Plasma TV *Great American Grill restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening room service *Pavilion Pantry, offering 24 hour food and beverages *Complimentary hotel shuttle to the fairgrounds and 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre *Complimentary parking *Complimentary Wi-Fi *Heated Outdoor pool with whirlpool *Lounge, offering signature beverages *4000 square feet meeting space with on site catering/AV staff *Pet friendly rooms for Horseshow attendees Florida State Fair Vendor/Exhibitor/Attendees Discounted rates available by calling 813-612-2444 or email to
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   Holiday Inn Express Tampa Fairgrounds/Casino 8610 Elm Fair Blvd; Tampa, FL 33610 813-490-1000 Fax = 813-490-1004 Total Number of Rooms: 76 When you check in with us, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile and the smell of fresh-baked cookies or hot popcorn. And since we are right across the street from the Fairgrounds, you can save parking lot frustrations by skipping the line and walking right on over to the entrance. Amenities: Complimentary hot breakfast with signature cinnamon rolls and pancake machine, outdoor pool, free wifi, aerobic exercise room, all rooms with refrigerator and microwaves, ironing board and iron, standard cable TV; and Complimentary Hard Rock Casino transportation and complimentary transportation within a 3 mile radius Location: On Hwy 301, ¼ mile south of I-4, directly across the street from the main Fairgrounds entrance Priority Club Points available on all stays. On Property Contacts: General Manager = Theresa White Front Desk Supervisor = Darling Moran Director of Sales = Jocie Rivera Homewood Suites by Hilton Tampa-East- a Certified Minority Business Enterprise  Amenities: 126 Suites with choice of studio, one bedroom and two bedroom suites with sleeper sofas. Complimentary Suite Start Hot Breakfast served daily. Complimentary Welcome Home Reception (Monday-Thursday from 5pm-7pm) featuring: dinner, build your own salad bar, refreshments, beer and wine. Meeting room-625 square feet. Complimentary High Speed. Wireless and Parking. Outdoor Heated Pool, Whirlpool, Sport Court with two B.B.Q grills. On site Fitness Center and 24 hour business center. Pet friendly hotel. Spacious Suites with separate living and sleeping areas with fully equipped kitchen. Hilton HHonors Program were you can earn both Points & Miles. Located 3 miles from the Florida State Fairgrounds 10240 Palm River Road, Tampa, FL, United States 33619 Residence Inn by Marriott - Tampa Sabal Park/Brandon    Conveniently located just minutes from the Fairgrounds with easy access to both I-75 and I-4. Amenities: Apartment style suites with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily, complimentary evening social with dinner, salad bar, beer and wine Mon.-Thurs., complimentary grocery shopping service, on-site laundry facilities, pet friendly (fee applies), free high-speed internet, 24 hour fitness center, 24 hour Market, BBQ grill, Sports Court, outdoor heated pool and spa. Include your Marriott Rewards number on your reservation to earn points toward free nights. We look forward to having you as our guest! Discounted rates available for Florida State Fair. Please contact the sales office directly. Sales Manager: Amanda Barter Phone #: 813.496.6205 Email:
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9719 Princess Palm Ave., Tampa, FL 33619 Telephone (813)-627-8855 www.marriott.com/tpasp Amenities include daily limited housekeeping, on-site guest self-laundry facilities washer/dryer, dry cleaning pickup/laundry, same day dry cleaning, BBQ grills and outdoor pool. Located 4 miles from Florida State Fairgrounds. 3624 N. Falkenburg Rd., Tampa, FL 33619 Telephone (813) 227-4000  Amenities: Full service hotel including 269 guest rooms, 36 suites & 5 penthouse suites. Refrigerator & coffeemaker in each room. Guest microwaves, vending & laundry facilities. Panfilo’s Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Lounge with nightly entertainment. Heated pool & Jacuzzi. Fitness center. Gift shop. 30,000 sq. ft. of conference space. Located off of I-75, complimentary airport transportation & shuttle service within 5-mile radius of hotel. 10221 Princess Palm Ave., Tampa, FL 33610 Telephone: (813) 623-6363 / Fax: (813) 227-6967 |
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