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513 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL, USA, 33602
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About us
Welcome to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center, the only downtown hotel with a direct connection to the Tampa Convention Center by an open air sky bridge. Our beautiful 20 story atrium features beautiful channelside views with plenty of activities just a short walk from the hotel. We are connected to the Tampa Convention Center with over 50,000 sq. ft. of convention center space in addition to 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible in-house meeting space, a perfect location to hold Meetings, Weddings and Social Events. Our professional staff and their attention to detail, along with our excellent Food & Beverage service, ensure your event will be successful and memorable. Our full-service upscale hotel is just minutes from: Tampa Convention Center, Benchmark International Arena (formerly Amalie Arena) for concerts and special events, exhibitions and home to the National Hockey League's Tampa Bay Lightning, Downtown Tampa Business District, University of Tampa, Port of Tampa and Cruise Terminals, The Florida Aquarium, Tampa Museum of Art and Children's Museum, Zoo Tampa, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island theme parks. Within walking distance to the upcoming Water Street Tampa and Sparkman Wharf. All accommodations at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center include a spacious two room suite, our famous cooked-to-order breakfast buffet and nightly Evening Reception. Looking for a dining experience like no other, TASTE, our newest beverage-centric, ingredient-driven restaurant is the place to be. Only the finest and freshest ingredients are used in every dish and curated wines and cocktails will complete your TASTE experience.
Venue Details
ChainHilton
BrandEmbassy Suites by Hilton
Built2006
Renovated2019
Total meeting space11,010 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms360
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Northstar
AAA
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Piano
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Sustainability
This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.
Certifications (3)
ISO 50001:2018
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
ISO 14001:2015
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
ISO 9001:2015
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Dec 16, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025
Jan 4, 2026 - Jan 7, 2026
Feb 10, 2026 - Feb 12, 2026
Mar 8, 2026 - Mar 12, 2026
Apr 1, 2026 - Apr 5, 2026
May 24, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Jun 18, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Jul 5, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026
Aug 3, 2026 - Aug 12, 2026
Sep 6, 2026 - Sep 9, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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Jan 14 - May 20
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Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
11,010 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,700 sq. ft.
Space (private)
10,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
17
Second largest room
5,342 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
375
Seating capacity
375
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
11,010 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,700 sq. ft.
Space (private)
10,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
17
Second largest room
5,342 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
375
Seating capacity
375
Floor Plans
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Meeting space
Meeting room floor plans
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
360
Single (1 bed)
174
Double (2 beds)
183
Suites
360
Tax rate
7.5%
Occupancy rate
6%
Total guest rooms
360
Single (1 bed)
174
Double (2 beds)
183
Suites
360
Tax rate
7.5%
Occupancy rate
6%
Location
Getting Here
Perfectly positioned in downtown Tampa and directly connected to the Tampa Convention Center via skybridge, Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown is just 9 miles (about 15 minutes) from Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Driving Directions
From the North: Take I-275 South to Exit 44 (Downtown East/West). Follow signs to Tampa Street, continue south, and turn right on Channelside Drive.
From the South: Take I-275 North to Exit 44 (Downtown East/West). Follow signs to Ashley Drive, then left on Jackson Street, and right on Channelside Drive.
From the East: Take Selmon Expressway West, exit at Florida Avenue, and turn left on Channelside Drive.
Additional Transportation
Amtrak Union Station is 1 mile northeast of the hotel.
The TECO Line Streetcar stops just outside the hotel.
Valet parking is available on-site for your convenience.
Distance from airport
7 mi
Distance from airport 7 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $45.00/day )
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Facility Restrictions
Smoking Policy: Our hotel has a smoke-free policy. A fee of 300 USD will be assessed for smoking in a guest room. Our rooms are equipped with smoke sensors which will detect any smoke from marijuana, vape, tobacco, e-cigarettes, incense, candles, or any other form of combustible smoke. Pets Allowed: $75 (1-4n), $125 (5+n), 2 Pets Max, Dog/Cat Only Non-smoking property
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72-Hour Cancellation Policy
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).
Health and Safety
Were practices at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Corporate_Responsibility@Hilton.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Hilton is committed to reducing waste across our portfolio. All of our hotels were required to remove plastic straws, stir sticks and cocktail picks in 2019, and we are currently transitioning from individual bath toiletries to full-size dispensers.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Items are cleaned according to Hilton CleaStay standards
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance programs. Also refer to https://hiltoneffect.org for information on our corporate foundation, through which we are investing in our local communities.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
N/A
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Corporate_Responsibility@Hilton.com
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