Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Description

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

Guest Experience

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 ...

What Guests Like

     
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.

Main Guest Complaints

   
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.

Rooms & Suites

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

1 King Bed

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.

2 Double Beds

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.

1 King Bed Bay View

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.

2 Double Beds Bay View

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

1 King Bed with Runway View

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.

2 Double Beds with Runway View

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

1 King Bed Casita

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.

2 Double Beds Casita

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.

1 King Bed Accessible Tub

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.

1 King Bed Accessible Shower

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.

2 Double Beds Accessible Tub

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.

Executive Suite

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.

Bay View Suite

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

Casita Suite

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.

2 Bedroom Family Suite

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.

Bay View Luxury Suite

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

Grand Presidential Suite

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.

Grand Residence

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.

Bay View Presidential Suite

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

3 Bedroom Family Suite

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

November 2026

Prices were researched on 23 October 2026 in US dollars for one room and two adults. Each overnight search covers one night.

Room-by-Room Price Comparison

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

Lowest Researched Room Rates

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.

Refundable vs. Restricted Room Prices

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

Additional Booking-Site Comparison

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.

Taxes & Final Cost

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.

Daily Destination Fee

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

Refundable Damage Deposit

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.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Prepayment & Pay-at-Hotel

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

Advance-Booking & Walk-In Fees

Separate Fee Published Amount
Mandatory advance-booking surcharge —
Fixed walk-in surcharge —

Advance-purchase and same-day prices depend on availability and conditions.

Early Departure

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.

Check-In & Check-Out

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

Day-Use Rooms

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

Breakfast & Dining

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

Main Hotel Facilities

     
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

Facilities Not Available

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.

Room Facilities

     
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

Airport Transportation

Tampa International Airport — TPA

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

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

Restaurant & Dining

Oystercatchers

Oystercatchers serves seafood and coastal dishes beside the bay. Reservations are recommended for dinner and Sunday brunch.

1823 Kitchen & Bar

Located on the lobby level, 1823 serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Takeaway and in-room delivery arrangements are also listed.

Coffee Bar

The Coffee Bar offers coffee, espresso drinks, pastries and lighter breakfast choices. Published hours are 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Poolside Dining

The hotel lists dining at the tower and bayside pools. Check operating days and hours for the stay date. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Laundry

Service Published Price
Dry cleaning —
Laundry —

Confirm turnaround before handing over clothing needed for a flight or meeting.

Pool & Fitness

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

Business & Meeting Facilities

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

Accessibility

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

Safety & Security

   
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

Smoking Policy

The property is listed as non-smoking.

Smoking-Related Charge Published Amount
Standard smoking-cleaning penalty —

Children & Extra Beds

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

Pets

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

Group Bookings

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.

Nearby Restaurants

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

Nearby Tourist Attractions

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

What Is Really Good?

   
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.

What Could Be Better?

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.

Recommendation

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.

Official & Booking References

Prices researched: 23 October 2026. Named-room comparison: 18–19 November 2026, one room, two adults, one night.

 

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