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Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

Riverfront guesthouse in Tampa with a water park

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1 bedroom, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Old Seminole Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on the waterfront. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Adventure Island and Florida Aquarium are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Adventure Island - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Port of Tampa - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 8 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lowry Parcade & Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bamboozle Cafe - Seminole Heights - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

Guest house near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Close to ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property and beach towels
Room features
All guest rooms at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Stereo
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Note from host: Smoking is ok on deck outside
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No overnight guests
Smoking is permitted outside on the deck.
- No guests without prior approval. - No parties or late night noise - No feminine hygiene products or cleaning wipes down the toilet

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Due to stairs, deck height and railing spacing

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ok on deck outside

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Centrally Located Tampa
Seminole Heights River Retreat - Centrally Located Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

Is Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location located?

Located in Old Seminole Heights, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and University of South Florida. Raymond James Stadium and Tampa Riverwalk are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place to stay. Great location. I hope to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Week

We’ve stayed at Ed & Marianne’s several times over the past four years while our daughter attended U Tampa. It’s quiet, clean, comfortable and convenient. They are great hosts. It’s was a great find!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Clean, quiet and comfortable. Good location with easy access to downtown and most major destinations.Nice view of the river from the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a fantastic experience staying here! The host was super responsive and made everything easy from check-in to check-out. The place was absolutely spotless and clearly well cared for. I especially loved the view of the river—it was peaceful and beautiful, a great spot to relax.The location was perfect—just the right distance from both the Hard Rock Casino and Raymond James Stadium, which made it ideal for attending events. I couldn’t have asked for a better spot, and I’m already looking forward to staying here again for future trips!Let me know if you want to tailor it for a shorter or more casual tone!
Gorgeous view from deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little gem of a place

My husband & I came to Tampa from Canada for a rock concert. This place was a fantastic oasis to relax in between exploring the area. Great location. Comfortable bed and lovely recliner couch . Kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Easy communication with the host. Our favorite thing to do was relax on the deck in the evening and enjoy the view of the river and listen to the bird sounds. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Temporary hurricane housing

We have been staying here during the rebuilding processof our home due to hurricane damage. Couldn't have picked a better place. Clean, comfortable & cozy.Convenient location.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay and the property was in a great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

The place was clean, comfortable, quiet and had a lovely view from the patio. It was perfect for us to have a few days of quiet as well as be in close proximity to a lot of activities and restaurants. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

This was our second time staying here and we are looking forward to booking our next trip. Great hosts, accommodations and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Me and my wife had a great stay here. It was very peaceful on the deck overlooking the river. Great spot for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Wonderful accommodations!! Exactly as described :) Would definitely stay here again if given the opportunity to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BluGrass

Went to a show at USF, great places to eat near by and great access for little sat trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short vacation

Our third time at this place. Always a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hurricane recovery accommodations

My wife and I have been staying here while our house gets repaired due to damage from Hurricane Milton. Very comfortable and home like. A rare gem. River view and central location are a plus.
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet time, very peaceful and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful area yet close to everything!

quiet and peaceful but close to all the Tampa Attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River

Clean and comfortable very relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hurricane housing

We have been staying here while our home is repaired due to hurricane damage. Very comfy & cozy. Fully equipped, has everything we need. New foam mattress is very comfortable.
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

This was a beautiful spot, very relaxing, had a nice large bed that was very comfortable. Nice relaxing porch, I'll definitely stay hear again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and easy

Perfect place to stay for a short visit to Tampa. Easy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, comfortable, convenient

Very clean and comfortable, nice area! Owner gave good recommendations for places to eat—enjoyed fish at Ricks on the River and a hearty breakfast at Trip’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River View

Nice views of river and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!

Cute little place. Great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Everything was wonderful. Nice neighborhood, beautiful views. I’m a stickler for cleanliness and this place was super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P., Tellico Village , Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grad Weekend

Wonderful place; clean and comfortable. Very convenient to restaurants, shopping, Universities and Tampa attractions. Bed and couch were extremely comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023