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Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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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. Visit our Tampa travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A wooden sign with 'RHINO REEF' and 'RHINO FEEDING' written on it, surrounded by a fence and vegetation.
    ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A roller coaster with a green track, a cable car system, and a pavilion in a park.
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • new world tampa
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • New World Brewery
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • New World Music Hall
    3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Krispy Kreme
    14 min walk
  • Three Coins Diner
    17 min walk
  • Heights Pizza
    7 min walk

About this property

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location

  • Guest house near ZooTampa at Lowry Park
  • Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Beach towels and smoke-free property
  • 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 DVD players
    • 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

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.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Note from host: Smoking is ok on deck outside
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location?

On-site parking is available at the 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 Tampa Riverwalk. University of South Florida and Raymond James Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Seminole Heights River Retreat - Central Tampa location Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

james k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Tampa !Location and unit was clean and comfortable. I would suggest this rental to anyone or couple .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. The place was above my expectations. This was a quiet and peaceful place with a beautiful view of the river. Definitely would stay here again.
This is the view we enjoyed from our deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was great and had everything I needed. Centrally located, but feels very private, with a great view of the river. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming and had great communication. It was a cute little place in a nice quiet neighborhood on the water. I felt safe and comfortable with it just being myself and my tween daughter.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TJ c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a 2 day stay. Quiet, clean and wonderful view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, beautiful space. Everything was in very good shape. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of river in a very nice neighborhood. Loved watching the boats go by as we ate our breakfast on the umbrella table located on our deck. Home very updated, spacious and comfy. We plan to stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Retreat

Seminole Heights was the perfect place for our short stay in Tampa! Not only was it comfy and quaint, it was extremely clean! Ed's directions and check-in instructions were super helpful, too! We will definitely stay here if we are ever back in the Tampa area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Seminole Heights

What a wonderful, clean and peaceful place to spend a few days away. This home was close to everything I needed in and around Tampa! The home was so cozy, the bed was incredible and it had all the amenities I have grown to love in a VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Clean and quiet

Ed was a great host and we really enjoyed our stay. The home was so clean and very comfortable. Thank you Ed for your hospitality! Suzanne and Brian Frazier
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike s.

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

The best of the best!

After staying at several VRBO properties we can say that this one was without question the best. Property was immaculate and had a tremendous view of the river. Hosts Ed and Marianne could not have been more helpful and friendly! Their suggestions for restaurants were spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I haven’t loved a vacation rental this much in a long time. It’s aesthetically beautiful in design and its location is superb. Being home was a pleasure with the river and the tropical foliage all around. Coffee on the deck in the mornings was a great way to start the day. And sunsets were a real bonus! Going out was easy due to the proximity to the interstate and the ease of the surface streets. Full-sized appliances were practically brand new, and the kitchen was well-equipped for cooking. The furniture was comfy and everything just worked well and felt like a home. I ended up staying an extra night just for the peaceful environment. I highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again sometime in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025