Hotel class: 4-star waterfront hotel
Address: 2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL 33607, United States
Nearest airport: Tampa International Airport — TPA
Airport distance: Approximately 3.7 miles / 6 km, depending on the terminal route
Airport shuttle: Included with the stay; published service from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Parking: Self-parking $30 per night; valet parking $40 per day, before applicable tax
Overall guest rating: Approximately 4.3/5 on Tripadvisor
Smoking policy: Non-smoking property
Property type: Waterfront hotel with tower rooms, suites and villa-style casitas
Best suited for: Airport stays, business trips, waterfront breaks, family visits and events
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay occupies 35 waterfront acres on Old Tampa Bay, close to Tampa International Airport.
Accommodation is divided between the main tower and villa-style casitas. Tower rooms provide convenient access to the lobby and 1823 Kitchen & Bar, while the casitas sit closer to the bayside pool and Oystercatchers restaurant.
The property combines airport access with outdoor recreation, including pools, walking trails, sports courts and a fitness center. It also accommodates conferences, weddings and other events. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
The main additional charge to check is the daily destination fee. Hyatt publishes $35 per room per night before tax. Parking and breakfast are additional unless included in the selected package. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Overall Average Guest Rating: Approximately 4.3/5 on Tripadvisor.
| Category | Approximate Rating |
|---|---|
| Cleanliness | 4.5/5 |
| Location | 4.4/5 |
| Rooms | 4.3/5 |
| Service | 4.3/5 |
| Sleep quality | 4.4/5 |
| Value | 4.1/5 |
Guests frequently praise the waterfront setting, comfortable accommodation, helpful staff and dining.
Less positive feedback mentions maintenance issues, inconsistent room condition, expensive extras and occasional service problems. Recent reviews also include concerns about pool maintenance. Updated 2026 Resort ...
| Waterfront grounds | Bay-view rooms | Convenient airport access |
| Two outdoor pools | Nature trails | Villa-style casitas |
| Helpful staff | Comfortable beds | Oystercatchers restaurant |
| Fitness center | Family suite options | On-site activities |
The principal attraction is the combination of airport convenience and space to relax between commitments.
| Daily destination fee | Paid overnight parking |
| Maintenance complaints | Uneven room-condition feedback |
| Expensive food and extras | Occasional service inconsistencies |
| Pool-maintenance concerns | Driving needed for many outings |
The room rate alone does not represent the complete cost of a stay.
The official room guide lists 20 categories. The main differences are bedding, view, accessibility, tower or casita location, and separate living space.
Sizes below follow Hyatt’s descriptions. Occupancy and connecting-room arrangements must be confirmed for the selected reservation. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
The standard King room provides city views and a glass-enclosed shower.
| King bed | City view | Private bathroom |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Workspace | Air conditioning |
It is a practical starting category for a couple or individual traveler.
Bed configuration: 2 Double beds
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
This tower category provides two separate beds, a city outlook and a bathtub.
| Two double beds | City outlook | Bathtub |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | In-room safe |
The beds are doubles. A supplier listing two Queens should not automatically be treated as the same category.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
This room adds a view across Old Tampa Bay.
| King bed | Bay view | Glass-enclosed shower |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Blackout curtains | In-room safe |
Its advertised size matches the standard King room, so the upgrade primarily buys the outlook.
Bed configuration: 2 Double beds
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
This category combines separate beds with a waterfront outlook.
| Two double beds | Bay view | Bathtub |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | Blackout curtains |
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
The runway-view King room faces Tampa International Airport.
| King bed | Runway outlook | Private bathroom |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | In-room safe |
This category may appeal to aviation enthusiasts.
Bed configuration: 2 Double beds
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
This room provides the airport outlook with two beds and a bathtub.
| Two double beds | Runway outlook | Bathtub |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | Blackout curtains |
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 300 sq. ft.
The King casita is a villa-style room with a patio and tile flooring, approximately a five-minute walk from the main tower.
| King bed | Patio | Private bathroom |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | In-room safe |
A casita room is smaller than a standard tower room and should not be confused with a Casita Suite.
Bed configuration: 2 Double beds
Room size: Approximately 300 sq. ft.
This villa-style room provides two beds and a patio near the bayside facilities.
| Two double beds | Patio | Tile flooring |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Television |
| Wi-Fi | Climate control | Private bathroom |
Consider the walk to the tower when comparing it with a conventional guestroom.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
| King bed | Accessible bathtub | Wide doorways |
| Lowered room controls | Visual alert features | Mini refrigerator |
| Coffee maker | Television | Wi-Fi |
This category provides an adapted bathtub and accessibility features throughout the room.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
| King bed | Roll-in shower | Wide doorways |
| Lowered room controls | Visual alert features | Mini refrigerator |
| Coffee maker | Television | Wi-Fi |
The roll-in-shower room is a separate category from the accessible-tub room.
Bed configuration: 2 Double beds
Room size: Approximately 350 sq. ft.
| Two double beds | Accessible bathtub | Wide doorways |
| Lowered controls | Visual alert features | Mini refrigerator |
| Coffee maker | Television | Wi-Fi |
Confirm the exact bathroom arrangement when reserving accessible accommodation.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed and a sleeper sofa
Room size: Approximately 700 sq. ft.
The Executive Suite separates the bedroom from a living area and provides two full bathrooms.
| King bedroom | Separate living area | Sleeper sofa |
| Two full bathrooms | Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker |
| Television | Wi-Fi | In-room safe |
A connection to a King room is listed, subject to confirmation.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 750 sq. ft.
Located on floors 10–12, this suite provides separate living space and bay views.
| King bedroom | Separate living area | Bay views |
| Glass-enclosed shower | Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker |
| Television | Wi-Fi | Climate control |
Bed configuration: 1 King bed and a sleeper sofa
Room size: Approximately 750 sq. ft.
The Casita Suite has a two-story loft layout, a patio, dining space and a wet bar with a microwave.
| Two-story layout | King bed | Sleeper sofa |
| Patio | Dining area | Wet bar |
| Mini refrigerator | Microwave | Wi-Fi |
The stairs are relevant when choosing this accommodation.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed, 2 Double beds and a sleeper sofa
Room size: Approximately 1,050 sq. ft.
This category combines loft-style accommodation with another bedroom and a separate parlor.
| Two bedrooms | Separate parlor | Sleeper sofa |
| Patio | Dining area | Wet bar |
| Mini refrigerator | Microwave | Multiple bathrooms |
The number of beds alone does not establish the permitted occupancy.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 1,100 sq. ft.
This larger suite provides bay views, separate sitting areas, a full bathroom and a half bathroom.
| King bedroom | Bay views | Separate sitting areas |
| Full bathroom | Half bathroom | Mini refrigerator |
| Coffee maker | Television | Wi-Fi |
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 1,100 sq. ft.
| King bedroom | Separate living room | Kitchenette |
| Dining table | Walk-in shower | Mini refrigerator |
| Coffee maker | Television | Wi-Fi |
This is a distinct category from the Bay View Presidential Suite.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed, 2 Double beds and a sleeper sofa
Room size: Approximately 1,100 sq. ft.
The Grand Residence is a two-story villa with a full kitchen and a large patio.
| Two-story layout | King bedroom | Two-double bedroom |
| Full kitchen | Dining area | Sleeper sofa |
| Large patio | Multiple bathrooms | Wi-Fi |
A full kitchen is a specific feature of this category.
Bed configuration: 1 King bed
Room size: Approximately 1,300 sq. ft.
This specialty suite provides separate living and dining areas, a wet bar and panoramic bay views.
| King bedroom | Bay views | Separate living area |
| Dining space | Wet bar | Half-size refrigerator |
| Separate bathtub | Double sinks | Glass-enclosed shower |
Bed configuration: 2 King beds, 2 Double beds and a sleeper sofa
Room size: Approximately 1,350 sq. ft.
This loft-style family category adds a third sleeping room, alongside a parlor and patio.
| Three bedrooms | Separate parlor | Sleeper sofa |
| Patio | Dining area | Wet bar |
| Mini refrigerator | Microwave | Multiple bathrooms |
Prices were researched on 23 October 2026 in US dollars for one room and two adults. Each overnight search covers one night.
Supplier room names are retained to avoid assigning an ambiguous offer to the wrong official category. Quoted totals already include the listed at-property amount.
| Room Offer as Quoted | Hotel Payment Component | Listed at the Property | Quoted One-Night Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double room — explicitly 1 King bed | $425.04 | $30.00 | $455.04 |
| Casita, 2 Double Beds | $443.86 | $39.73 | $483.59 |
| Double room with bay view — explicitly 1 King bed | $587.32 | $30.00 | $617.32 |
| King Room with Runway View | $621.86 | $39.73 | $661.59 |
| Executive suite | $1,124.17 | $39.73 | $1,163.90 |
| Casita Suite | $1,176.47 | $39.73 | $1,216.20 |
| Bay View Suite | $1,229.91 | $39.73 | $1,269.64 |
| Two-bedroom suite | $1,354.65 | $39.73 | $1,394.38 |
| Presidential suite | $1,532.74 | $39.73 | $1,572.47 |
| Three-Bedroom Suite | $1,710.81 | $39.73 | $1,750.54 |
The first and third offers explicitly identify one King bed and are room only. Other reviewed offers do not confirm meal inclusion. Axel
Suite titles and bedding should be checked during selection. The generic Presidential label does not establish which of Hyatt’s two Presidential categories is being sold. Axel
The two King-room quotations listing a $30 resort fee differ from Hyatt’s current $35-before-tax policy. Expedia lists the tax-inclusive destination fee as $39.73. Replacing the quoted $30 allowance with $39.73 would increase those two totals by $9.73; this is a budgeting adjustment, not a newly confirmed quotation. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Comparison | Lowest Researched Price | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| November hotel starting room price | $176.00 | Booking.com; check-in 1, 22 or 29 November |
| Estimated total for that starting price | $239.49 | Room, estimated room tax and destination fee |
| Named King offer, 18–19 November | $455.04 quoted total | Room only; fee difference described above |
| Casita two-double offer, 18–19 November | $483.59 quoted total | Includes the quoted $39.73 at-property amount |
The cheapest calendar nights and the named-room comparison cover different dates.
| Room Offer | Restricted Quoted Total | Free-Cancellation Quoted Total | Free-Cancellation Deadline, UTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casita, 2 Double Beds | $483.59 | $507.00 | 15 November, 11:59 p.m. |
| King Room with Runway View | $661.59 | $695.17 | 15 November, 12:00 a.m. |
| Executive suite | $1,163.90 | $1,222.89 | 13 November, 7:00 p.m. |
| Casita Suite | $1,216.20 | $1,278.55 | 13 November, 7:00 p.m. |
| Bay View Suite | $1,269.64 | $1,334.20 | 13 November, 7:00 p.m. |
All comparisons cover 18–19 November 2026. Meal inclusion is unconfirmed.
The restricted offers state cancellation fees rather than consistently identifying themselves as non-refundable. The $483.59 casita quotation, for example, shows a $402.05 cancellation fee. Axel
The $455.04 King offer already allows free cancellation before 16 November at 5:00 a.m. UTC. Axel
A separate hotel-level comparison covered 1–2 November 2026 for two adults.
| Booking Source | Researched Price | Price Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Booking.com | $176.00 | Returned room price; check the final total |
| Expedia through Tripadvisor | $239.49 | $176 room + $28.49 reported taxes + $35 destination fee |
| StayForLong through Tripadvisor | $239.73 | $176.23 room component + $63.50 reported charges |
Booking.com’s $176 search figure should not be compared directly with a tax-inclusive total.
Matching room categories, meals and cancellation terms were not established for every source.
Compare hotel offers on Tripadvisor.
The researched Expedia benchmark supports an effective 13.5% lodging-tax calculation on the room and destination fee, allowing for rounding.
| Cost Component | Lower-Price Example | 18–19 November Example |
|---|---|---|
| Room price | $176.00 | $379.00 |
| Room tax, approximately 13.5% | $23.76 | $51.17 |
| Destination fee before tax | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Tax on destination fee, approximately 13.5% | $4.73 | $4.73 |
| Estimated accommodation total | $239.49 | $469.90 |
One night of $30 self-parking increases the lower example to at least $269.49 before any parking tax.
Two separately purchased $32 breakfasts add $64 before dining tax and gratuity.
The published fee includes airport transportation, an hour of bicycle use, sports-court access and equipment, premium room internet, bottled water, nature-trail access and selected recreation benefits.
Do not add the fee again when it is already included in the quotation. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Deposit Detail | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Standard incidental authorization amount | — |
| Separate fixed damage deposit | — |
| Standard release period | — |
An incidental authorization may be required at check-in. The reservation should identify the applicable amount and release arrangements.
The hotel FAQ describes a 72-hour cancellation window for most reservations, with different conditions for prepaid and promotional rates. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Reservation Type | Applicable Rule |
|---|---|
| Standard direct reservation | Check the selected rate |
| Restricted or promotional rate | Rate-specific fee or refund terms |
| Third-party flexible rate | Provider’s exact deadline |
| No-show | Reservation’s stated penalty |
The rate-specific conditions govern the actual booking.
A split between provider payment and an at-property charge does not establish when the provider collects its portion.
| Payment Detail | Arrangement |
|---|---|
| Prepayment | Depends on selected offer |
| Pay-at-hotel room rate | Must be explicitly stated |
| Destination fee | Check whether included or separately payable |
| Incidental authorization | Separate from prepaid accommodation |
| Separate Fee | Published Amount |
|---|---|
| Mandatory advance-booking surcharge | — |
| Fixed walk-in surcharge | — |
Advance-purchase and same-day prices depend on availability and conditions.
| Policy | Published Amount or Arrangement |
|---|---|
| Universal early-departure fee | — |
| Refund for unused nights | Subject to reservation terms |
Shortening a prepaid or restricted stay may affect the refund or original rate.
| Policy | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Check-in | From 4:00 p.m. |
| Checkout | By 11:00 a.m. |
| Minimum check-in age | Expedia lists 18 |
| Early check-in | On request, subject to availability |
| Late checkout | On request, subject to availability |
| Standard early or late fee | — |
Bring government-issued photo identification and the required payment card. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
ResortPass advertises day rooms, pool passes and daybeds.
| Daytime Product | Advertised Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Day Room | $150 |
| Oystercatchers Pool Day Pass | $40 |
| Recreational Day Pass | $60 |
| 1823 Pool Daybed, two guests | $50 |
| Oystercatchers Pool Daybed, two guests | $75 |
These are general advertised starting prices, rather than confirmed November overnight quotations. Select the date to check access hours, availability and cancellation terms.
A pool pass or daybed does not automatically include a private guestroom. ResortPass
The current hotel breakfast menu lists the buffet at $32 per person.
| Breakfast Choice | Published Menu Price |
|---|---|
| Breakfast buffet | $32 |
| American Breakfast | $20 |
| Belgian Waffle | $17 |
| Steel-Cut Oatmeal | $11 |
Allow for applicable tax and gratuity. The menu’s $32 buffet price is newer than the $31 descriptions still appearing on some booking sites. hyatt.com
Breakfast at 1823 runs from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday–Friday and until noon on Saturday and Sunday. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Two outdoor pools | Fitness center | Waterfront grounds |
| Nature trails | Sports courts | Bicycle use |
| Airport transportation | In-room Wi-Fi | Restaurants |
| Coffee Bar | Poolside dining | Event venues |
| Accessible accommodation | Concierge | Luggage storage |
Some recreation is included in the destination fee; rentals and other activities may cost extra.
| Paid Extra | Published Charge |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | $30 per night, before applicable tax |
| Valet parking | $40 per day, before applicable tax |
| Breakfast buffet | $32 per person, before tax and gratuity |
| Pet stay, up to six nights | $100 |
| Package handling | $10 per package |
| Dry cleaning and laundry | — |
The hotel’s policies specify the package-handling charge. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Facility or Inclusion | Published Position |
|---|---|
| Indoor swimming pool | Not advertised |
| Full-service spa | Not advertised among main facilities |
| Full kitchen in every room | Limited to specified accommodation |
| Free standard overnight parking | Overnight parking is charged |
| Breakfast with every room | Depends on rate |
| Round-the-clock airport shuttle | Service ends at 11:00 p.m. |
The waterfront setting should not be confused with a Gulf beach location.
| Private bathroom | Climate control | Television |
| Mini refrigerator | Coffee maker | Wi-Fi |
| In-room safe | Blackout curtains | Bath amenities |
| Iron and ironing board | Hairdryer | Robes and slippers |
Kitchen facilities, patios, separate living rooms and extra bathrooms vary by category. Trip.com
| Transport Detail | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| Shuttle hours | 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. |
| Additional per-trip guest charge | Advertised as complimentary; included among destination-fee benefits |
| Pickup | Coordinate on arrival |
| Outside published hours | Arrange separate transportation |
Allow time for pickup coordination and airport procedures. The service should not be assumed to cover cruise terminals or other airports. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Parking Option | Published Charge |
|---|---|
| Covered self-parking | $30 per night |
| Covered valet parking | $40 per day |
| In/out privileges | Listed for both options |
| Electric-vehicle charging | Available; charging cost — |
Applicable tax may be additional. A daytime offer with parking included does not establish free overnight parking. Expedia
Oystercatchers serves seafood and coastal dishes beside the bay. Reservations are recommended for dinner and Sunday brunch.
Located on the lobby level, 1823 serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Takeaway and in-room delivery arrangements are also listed.
The Coffee Bar offers coffee, espresso drinks, pastries and lighter breakfast choices. Published hours are 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The hotel lists dining at the tower and bayside pools. Check operating days and hours for the stay date. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Service | Published Price |
|---|---|
| Dry cleaning | — |
| Laundry | — |
Confirm turnaround before handing over clothing needed for a flight or meeting.
| Facility | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Swimming pools | Two outdoor pools |
| Published pool access | 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours |
| Gym size | Approximately 2,200 sq. ft. |
| Other recreation | Sports courts, trails and selected activities |
Sauna access is listed among destination-fee benefits. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
The dedicated meetings page advertises approximately 28,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor event space.
| Ballrooms | Meeting rooms | Waterfront venues |
| Event catering | Audiovisual support | Planning services |
| Rooftop event space | Conferences | Accommodation blocks |
The Audubon Ballroom spans approximately 10,370 sq. ft. Venue costs and arrangements require a separate quotation. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Accessible choices include King rooms with an adapted tub or roll-in shower and a two-double room with an accessible tub.
Published features include wider doorways, lowered controls, visual alerts and accessible public routes. Expedia also lists an accessible airport shuttle.
Confirm the bathroom layout, transport requirements and route between the accommodation and public facilities. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Room safes | Smoke alarms |
| Fire extinguishers | Controlled guestroom access |
| Staffed front desk | Published guest-entry procedures |
Hyatt’s published practice permits entry to occupied guestrooms at least once within a 24-hour period, including when privacy has been requested, with efforts to provide advance notice. Expedia
The property is listed as non-smoking.
| Smoking-Related Charge | Published Amount |
|---|---|
| Standard smoking-cleaning penalty | — |
| Item | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Cribs | Expedia lists free cribs on request |
| Rollaway beds | Expedia lists free extra beds; confirm the room |
| Extra-person charges | May apply |
| Connecting rooms | Subject to confirmation |
| Children’s dining | Children’s menus are listed |
Include all guests and children’s ages when checking prices. Bedding alone does not guarantee an additional bed or connecting room. Expedia
Hyatt identifies pet-friendly accommodation in the casitas.
| Pet Policy | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Pets described by the hotel | Dogs |
| Weight limit | Up to 60 lb / approximately 27 kg |
| Stay up to six nights | $100 non-refundable fee |
| Stay over seven nights | Additional $100 |
| Service animals | Exempt from pet policy |
Reserve an appropriate category and confirm terms for the exact stay length. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Room blocks, meetings and celebrations may have separate payment schedules, cancellation conditions and minimum commitments.
Request group or event information before applying individual online prices to a larger booking.
| Restaurant | Dining Style |
|---|---|
| Oystercatchers | On-property waterfront seafood |
| 1823 Kitchen & Bar | On-property casual dining |
| Rusty Pelican Tampa | Waterfront seafood on Rocky Point |
Check opening hours and reservations before setting out. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Hyatt gives these approximate driving references. Traffic and routes can change journey times.
| Destination | Approximate Travel Reference |
|---|---|
| Ben T. Davis Beach | Around 5 minutes |
| Raymond James Stadium | Around 10 minutes |
| Downtown Tampa | Around 15 minutes |
| Ybor City | Around 20 minutes |
| Clearwater Beach | Around 30 minutes |
International Plaza & Bay Street and the Courtney Campbell Trail are additional nearby options highlighted by the hotel. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
| Airport convenience | Waterfront grounds |
| Bay-view accommodation | Tower rooms and casitas |
| Larger family layouts | Full kitchen in Grand Residence |
| On-site dining | Recreation and event facilities |
The range of accommodation is a particular strength, especially for guests who want more than a conventional overnight room.
The destination fee and parking increase the overall cost. Room condition and maintenance also deserve attention in recent reviews.
Casita rooms are smaller than standard tower rooms, and their location involves a walk to the main building. Supplier descriptions can differ from Hyatt’s official bedding and suite names.
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is worth considering for travelers who want airport access together with waterfront surroundings, dining and recreation.
The November scan found starting room prices of $176 on 1, 22 and 29 November. The researched tax calculation and current destination fee produce an estimated accommodation total of $239.49 before parking and breakfast.
Choose a tower room for practical access to the main building, a bay-view room for the outlook, or a suite for separate living space. The Grand Residence is the category explicitly advertising a full kitchen.
Compare the selected room, final price and cancellation deadline. Reconcile any supplier quotation still listing a $30 resort fee against the hotel’s current $35-before-tax policy.
Prices researched: 23 October 2026. Named-room comparison: 18–19 November 2026, one room, two adults, one night.