Hotels with Whirlpools in Tampa, Florida

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Tampa, Florida, is a popular tourist destination known for its sports teams and thriving entertainment scene. What people may not realize is that the city is also a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, having been ranked as the fifth best city for the outdoors in 2008 by Forbes Magazine. Visitors may wish to consider a trip to Little Manatee River State Park, home to 12 miles of equestrian trails and 6 1/2 miles of hiking trails. Lettuce Lake Park is another popular location, home to 240 acres of woodlands and water, offering the opportunity for wildlife viewing. After touring the Tampa area, consider a stay at one of the hotels that offer relaxing whirlpools where you can unwind.

Wingate Inn and Suites

Wingate Inn and Suites offers rooms with whirlpool tubs to those who request them. Other desirable amenities included in all rooms are microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, free HBO, free high-speed Internet access and hair dryer. Start your day with a free breakfast buffet featuring more than 40 items including fresh fruit, eggs, bacon and sausage. If you didn't get enough exercise hiking the area parks, a 24-hour fitness center is on site for your use as well as an outdoor pool. The property also includes laundry facilities, business center and indoor whirlpool for guest use.

Wingate Inn and Suites
17301 Dona Michelle Drive
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 971-7676
Wingatenewtampa.com

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay offers guests the use of both an indoor and an outdoor whirlpool. The indoor whirlpool is part of the fitness center, which also features a sauna. The outdoor whirlpool is part of the pool complex featuring a lap pool and waterfront pool. Hotel rooms feature high-speed Internet access, large TV with the option for paid movies and brand-name bath items. Outdoor lovers can request a jogging/walking map at the front desk for accessible trails near the property. Armani's, Petey Brown's and Oystercatcher's are restaurants conveniently located on site. The property also includes tennis and basketball courts, business center and gift shop.

Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 874 1234
grandtampabay.hyatt.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites

Upon checking in at the La Quinta Inn & Suites, request a room with a whirlpool as a way to unwind after a day of hiking the local parks. Room amenities include a large flat-panel TV, wireless Internet access, microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, hair dryer and iron/ironing board. Enjoy a free breakfast featuring waffles, hot and cold cereals and fresh fruit, or visit a nearby restaurant such as Zaxby's, Perkins or Bennigan's. The property includes an outdoor pool, fitness center, spa and laundry facilities. Pets are welcome for an extra fee.

La Quinta Inn & Suites
3826 West Waters Avenue
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 490-9090
Lq.com

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Article Written By Sarah Schreiber

Sarah Schreiber has been writing since 2004, with professional experience in the nonprofit and educational sectors as well as small business. She now focuses on writing about travel, education and interior decorating and has been published on Trazzler and various other websites. Schreiber received a Bachelor of Arts in mass communications.

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