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The Tampa Bay region includes a wide range of communities and accommodations. From the business oriented areas of downtown Tampa Bay, to family motels in the area around Busch Gardens, to a full range of beach motels, hotels, and resorts along the Gulf Coast.

TAMPA

Ameri-Suites Busch Gardens- Located in the Tampa/Busch Gardens area. TV with satellite service, dataport phones w/voice mail, a refrigerator, a microwave, a wet bar, a coffeemaker w/coffee, complimentary breakfast, free nightly popcorn, outdoor swimming pool, a business center, fitness center. 11408 - 30TH. STREET TAMPA, FL 336126446 1-800-514-2639

Double Tree Guest Suites- Spanish-style, all-suite hotel situated near Busch Gardens. All town-room suites feature climate control, 2 phones, 2 color cable TV's, radio, hairdryer, wetbar, coffeemaker, refrigerator and microwave. The hotel offers wheelchair access and an outdoor pool & Jacuzzi

Holiday Inn Busch Gardens- 5 minutes from Busch Gardens and 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport.2701 E. FOWLER AVENUE TAMPA, FL 33612 1-800-514-2639

Homestead Guest Studios- Located 2 miles from the Tampa International Airport and 8 miles from downtown Tampa. Fully equipped kitchen with a full sized refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker, full sized ironing board and iron, remote color cable TV, work space with desk and computer data-port connections, complimentary incoming faxes, personalized voicemail. 5401 BEAUMONT CENTER BLVD E TAMPA, FL 33634 1-800-514-2639

Radison Riverwalk- Located in the heart of downtown Tampa on the banks of the beautiful Hillsborough River. Outdoor pool, a tiki bar, a private 200' boat dock and a complimentary fitness center and sauna.200 N. ASHLEY DRIVE TAMPA, FL 33602 1-800-514-2639

Radison at Sable Park- Located just 10 minutes away from Busch Garden Amusement Park, Adventure Island and University of South Florida. Coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, remote TV with on command movies. Outdoor pool, tennis court, jogging trails and fitness center. 10221 PRINCESS PALM AVE. TAMPA, FL 33610

Tahitian Inn- Located in the heart of Tampa, near restaurants, Tampa Stadium and nightspots. complimentary coffee, free self-parking and a heated swimming pool. Handicapped rooms are available upon request. 601 SOUTH DALE MAYBRY TAMPA, FL 33609 1-800-514-2639

Wellesley Suites Westshore- Located within 1.5 miles of Tampa International Airport and 3 miles to Raymond James Stadium. 1805 N. WESTSHORE BLVD. TAMPA, FL 33607 1-800-514-2639

Wingate Inn- 25" color ctv, refrigerator, coffee maker, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. Outdoor pool or indoor spa.17301 DONA MICHELLE DRIVE TAMPA, FL 33647 1-800-514-2639

Wyndham Harbor Island- Located across Garrison Channel from downtown Tampa and on the north shore of Harbour Island. 725 SOUTH HARBOUR ISLAND BLVD TAMPA, FL 33602 1-800-514-2639

Wyndham Westshore- located in the Westshore Business and Shopping district within 5 miles of downtown Tampa and 3 miles from Tampa International Airport. 4860 WEST KENNEDY BOULEVARD TAMPA, FL 33609 1-800-514-2639 Hotel Information:

Hyatt Regency Westshore- has high prices, but travelers get a lot for their money. In addition to elegant rooms with fantastic views of the bay, the Hyatt houses Armani's, a candlelit restaurant famous for its Italian food. Features concierge, 18-hour room service, babysitting, airport courtesy shuttle, two outdoor pools, two lighted tennis courts, whirlpool, sauna, health club, and jogging trails. Rates are $204 double Sun-Thurs., $165 double Fri-Sat. 6200 Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa Bay FL. 727-874-1234.

Sheraton Grand Hotel- west on Kennedy Blvd. from the University of Tampa Bay, is an upscale hotel with a steady business clientele. Features a fitness room, concierge, 24-hr. room service, valet laundry, courtesy airport shuttle, outdoor heated swimming pool, two banks, and a gIft shop. $164 double. Summer and Fri.-Sat. all year, $105-$164 double. 4860 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa Bay FL. 727-286-4400.

Doubletree Guest Suites- an old-world Spanish-style building, features guest suites with separate bedrooms and living areas. Room service, valet laundry, courtesy shuttle, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gift shop. $99-149 suite for two high season, low season $89 for two. 4400 W. Cypress St., Tampa Bay FL. 727-873-8675.

Best Western Resort Tampa Bay at Busch Gardens- located on Busch Blvd., is in close proximity to some of the best-known attractions in Tampa, convenient for tourists. Standard-furnished rooms have doors leading to an outside courtyard. Features concierge desk, valet laundry, courtesy transport to Busch Gardens, indoor and outdoor heated pools, two Jacuzzis, sauna, four lighted tennis courts, workout room, game room, coin laundry, and gift shop. $59-$99 double. 820 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa Bay Fl. 727-933-4011.

Holiday Inn-Ashley Plaza- has spacious guest rooms with dark wood furniture and full length wall-mounted mirrors. Located within walking distance of the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center and the Tampa Bay Museum of Arts. Room service, valet laundry, airport courtesy shuttle, outdoor heated pool, whirlpool, fitness room, coin laundry, gift shop. $99.50-$109.50 double. 111 W. Fortune St., Tampa Bay FL. 727-223-1351.

Quality Suites Hotel-USF/Busch Gardens- is only four blocks from the entrance to the famous theme park. Suites have separate bedrooms with a built-in armoire. Living rooms feature a sofa, bed, wet bar, microwave, coffeemaker, and stereo/VCR. 24hr. gift shop, heated outdoor pool, rental movies, valet laundry, Jacuzzi, conference rooms. $72-155 suite for one, $79-162 suite for two (includes full breakfast and evening cocktails). 3001 University Center Drive, Tampa Bay Florida 727-971-8930.

Radisson Bay Harbor Inn- is only two miles west of the airport, with all rooms having a balcony or patio. Valet laundry, airport courtesy shuttle, heated outdoor pool, two lighted tennis courts, hair salons, gift shop. $59-130 double. 7700 Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa Bay Florida 727-281-8900.

Sheraton Inn Tampa- ten minutes from downtown Tampa and about an hour away from the attractions in Orlando. Summer packages available. Room service, valet laundry, airport courtesy shuttle, secretarial services, outdoor heated pool, health club, gift shop. $109-$135 double. 7401 Hillsborough Ave, Tampa Bay Florida 727-626-0999.

Days Inn Busch Gardens/Main Gate- is within walking distance of Busch Gardens, sparing travelers the expense and hassle of parking at the theme park. Features an outdoor pool. $59 double during the high season. 727-933-6471.

Courtyard by Marriott- though not located in the best part of town, is a great place to stay for those with business in the area of the Dale Mabry Highway. Conveniently located 3 miles from the airport, all rooms have a coffee maker and either a king size or two double beds. Cafe/lounge, outdoor pool, indoor whirlpool, workout room, guest laundry, courtesy airport transportation. $59-$109 double. 3805 W. Cypress St., Tampa Bay Florida 727-874-0555.

Days Inn Rocky Point- set back from the Courtney Campbell Causeway, has its own strip of beach and consists of four two-story wings. Cafe and sports bar, outdoor pool, two tennis courts, shuffleboard court, horseshoe pit, badminton, two volleyball courts, playground, jet ski and water ski rental, coin operated laundry. 7627 Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa Bay Florida 727-281-0000.

CLEARWATER FLORIDA

Driftwood Inn- Apartment motel with fully equipped kitchens and full bath. CTV, AC, laundry, some screened in porches. 462 East Shore Drive, Clearwater Beach, FL 727-446-6758 or 800-404-6023.

Bellveiw Biltmore- located on the intracoastal waterway. AC Victorian guest rooms with coffee pot, iron and ironing board, and mini bar. Handicap rooms are available upon request. 25 BELLEVIEW BLVD. CLEARWATER, FL 33756

Best Western Seastone- located on the harbor side of the Gulf of Mexico. Suites include sofa bed, a full eff. kitchen with refrigerator, coffeemaker, an inroom safe, TV with access to Pay Per View movies. 445 HAMDEN DRIVE CLEARWATER, FL 33767 1-800-514-2639

Hilton Tampa Bay-Gulffront- rooms have private balconies, daily newspaper, hair dryers, and iron and ironing board, phones with dataport and voicemail, a CTV, fully stocked refreshment center. 17120 GULF BLVD N. REDINGTON BEACH, FL 33708 1-800-514-2639

SunWest Beach Resort- One and two bedrooms, efficiencies and suites. AC, CTV, full kitchens in efficencies. Heated pool, fishing and boat dock. Laundry. 409 Hamden Drive, South Clearwater Beach, FL. 33767 727-442-5008.

Seas Motel- All rooms are equipped with refrigerators, telephones, remote control color TV, cable, heat and A/C. Apartments and efficiencies have full kitchens. Heated pool. Within walking distance to beach, restaurants, trolley. 455 South Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL 34630 800-333-9677.

Clearwater Beach International Hostel- Shared accommodations with adjoining baths. Kitchen, laundry, pool, wide range of free games and equipment. Private rooms available. 606 Bay Esplanade Ave., Clearwater Beach, FL 33767. 727-443-1211.

Gem Tower- Apartment motel with one bedroom apartments, efficiencies and motel rooms. All with TV, tile-bath, radio & alarm clock, individual heat/air, in room phones. Kitchenettes all electric, fully equipped. 342 Hamden Dr. Clearwater Beach, FL 34630 727-446-9397.

Sea Cloud Motel- Motel, efficiency rooms and one bedroom apartments. Fully equipped kitchens, in room phones, color TVs, daily maid service. 540 South Gulfview Blvd. Clearwater Beach, FL 34630. 727-446-1672.

Ritz Motel- Newly remodeled units with many amenities including a kitchenette. Our many amenities offer shuffle board, heated swimming pool, laundry facilities, CTV, and morning coffee. 355 South Gulfview Boulevard Clearwater Beach, Florida 34630 727-441-9905 Reservations:800-200-1477.

Ramada Inn Gulf View- Located on the Gulf within walking distance to the beach. All rooms have private balconies, climate control, color TVs and phone. The hotel offers an outdoor heated pool, a restaurant and bar.

Raddison Suite Resort- Water front at Clearwater Beach. The all-suite property features private balconies, color cable TV, microwaves, mini-bar and coffeemaker. In addition, the hotel has an outdoor pool with 35ft. cascading waterfall pool, an exercise room, sauna and hot tub.

Clearwater Beach Hotel- has been under the same management for 40 years, pleasing guests with its terrific beach location and its proximity to the many shops of Mandalay Avenue. Room service, valet laundry, heated outdoor pool, dining lounge. High season $105-180 double, off season $95-105 double. 500 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater Beach Florida 727-441-2425.

ST. PETERSBURG

Bilmar Beach Resort- located near St. Petersburgh on Treasure Island, remote control color cable TV, complimentary HBO, in-room movies, clock radio, direct dial phone, gulf front beach bar, 2 fresh water pools, exotic landscape, heated jacuzzi, gift shop, meeting/banquet room, room service, free parking and jogging path.

Travel Lodge- Located directly on the beach overlooking the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The hotels air conditioned rooms are smartly decorated with 2 double beds, cable TV, phone, coffee/maker, and free daily newspaper. Also features outdoor heated pool, kiddie pool, and beach bar.

Holiday Inn Treasure Island- Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, 35 minutes from Tampa Int'l Airport. All rooms have beach views and private balconies and feature color TV, in-room movies, phone, hairdryer, coffeemaker, iron/ironing board and refrigerator/wet bar on request. The hotel offers a heated outdoor pool, whirlpool, restaurant, lounge/bar, cafe, video arcade, gift shop, complimentary morning coffee and newspaper.

Sirata Beach Resort- beachfront hotel situated on 7 miles of the St. Pete Beach. 5300 GULF BOULEVARD ST. PETE BEACH, FL 33706 1-800-514-2639

Renaissance Vinoy Resort- an elegant, seven-story resort hotel, goes back to 1925 and has played host to such notable figures as Calvin Coolidge, Babe Ruth, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Herbert Hoover. Recently renovated, the hotel is within walking distance of many downtown area attractions, and its rooms offer world-class comfort. Concierge, 24-hour room service, laundry, child care, two pools, 14-court tennis complex, private marina, two croquet courts, fitness center, access to two beaches, hair salon, gift shop. $189-279 double high season, $129-169 off season. 501 5th Ave Northeast, St. Petersburg, Florida. 727-894-1000.

The Heritage Holiday Inn- has been pleasing guests of all sorts since the early 1920s. Travelers will enjoy the antique furnishings and Roaring 20s ambiance. Outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, restaurant, continental breakfast. $60-$93 double. 234 3rd Ave. North, St. Petersburg, Florida 727-822-4814.

St. Petersburg Bayfront Hilton- a 15-story convention hotel, is richly decorated with marble, artwork, trees, and antiques. Guest rooms have either a king size or two double beds. Outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, health club, sauna, restaurant. 331 1st St. South, St. Petersburg, Florida 727-894-5000.

Days Inn Marina Beach Resort- is home to the Annapolis Sailing School. Situated on 18 tropical acres of the Tampa Bay shoreline, the motel's rooms all have their own balconies or patios. $79-139 double, $129 suite high season, $49-91 double, $99 lodge off season. 6800 Sunshine Skyway Lane South, St. Petersburg, Florida 727-867-1151.

SARASOTA

Guesthouse Htl & Conf Ctr- Located just one mile from the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Coffee/tea maker with complimentary coffee and tea, refrigerator, microwave, remote TV with VCR, cable and in-room movies, direct dial telephone with modem/data port connection, alarm clock radio, iron and ironing board and hair dryer. Airport shuttle, complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor swimming pool, restaurant. 8440 N. TAMIAMI TRAIL SARASOTA, FL 34243 1-800-514-2639

Helmsley Sandcastle- located directly the Gulf of Mexico. Rooms are equipped with color television, refrigerator hair dryers and safe. Two outdoor pools, shuffleboard, volleyball and gift shop. 1540 BEN FRANKLIN DRIVE SARASOTA, FL 34236 1-800-514-2639

Ramada Inn Sarasota South- Between Sarasota, Vince and minutes from beaches and close to Disney Theme Parks, Sea World and Busch Gardens. standard cable, data port, coffeepots, and night light. The properties has 1 Tiki Bar and 1 Restaurant Cozy Baryon cafe.1660 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL OSPREY, FL 34229 1-800-514-2639

Hyatt Sarasota- is a ten-story tower and sits in close proximity to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Civic Center. Room service, valet laundry, complimentary airport shuttle, heated outdoor pool, health club, marina. $105-215 double. 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, Florida (941)953-1234.

Best Western Midtown- recently refitted, sits less than 2 miles from downtown and is a short distance from the major causeways that take travelers to the offshore islands. $99 double high season, $60 double off (includes continental breakfast). 1425 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida (941)955-9841.

Wellesley Inn- is a four-story structure with spacious, elegant ambiance and reasonable rates. Valet service, outdoor heated pool, complimentary airport shuttle. $75 double high season, $49 double off season (continental breakfast included). 1803 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida (941)366-5128.

THE AREA

Ameri-Suites Lakeland Ctr- Located in the heart of Downtown Lakeland. 26" remoteTV, a video cassette player, data-port telephones with voice mail, a hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Kitchenette includes a refrigerator, microwave. Outdoor heated pool, fitness center, business center. 525 W.ORANGE STREET LAKELAND, FL 33815 1-800-514-2639

Four Points Sheratan- Located on Lake Tarpon. balcony rooms equipped with hair dryer, coffee maker, data port, voice mail, cable television, alarm clock, iron and ironing board also complimentary newspaper. Tiki bar, heated swimming pool, fitness center, boat rental, Jacuzzi and a gift shops. 37611 US HIGHWAY 19 NORTH PALM HARBOR, FL 34684 1-800-514-2639

Holiday Inn Bradenton- Located in the heart of downtown Bradenton, eight miles for Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Private balconies and overlook the river or the landscaped courtyard. Outdoor heated pool and Whirlpool, fitness center, waterfront & fishing pier. 100 RIVERFRONT BLVD. BRADENTON, FL 34205 1-800-514-2639

Park Inn and Suites- Offers a king size bed or two double beds, alarm clock, color TV, hair dryer, a desk and dataport. Free deluxe continental breakfast buffet, complimentary afternoon cocktails, free parking, valet service, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. 4450 47TH STREET WEST BRADENTON, FL 34210 1-800-514-2639

Safety Harbor Resort&Spa- Twenty minutes from two major international airports: Tampa International Airport and St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport. Rooms include dataports, hairdryer, two queen-size beds, tv, air-conditioning, two telephones. Salon services, a fitness gym, both a tennis and golf court. SAFETY HARBOR RESORT & SPA 105 NORTH BAYSHORE DRIVESAFETY HARBOR, FL 34695 1-800-514-2639

Wellesley Inn Lakeland- located off of Interstate 4 and US 98 at the Lakeland Square Mall. 3520 US 98 NORTH LAKELAND, FL 33809 1-800-514-2639

Don CeSar Beach Resort and Spa- listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a beautifully decorated tropical getaway. The King Charles Restaurant, Maritana Grille, Zelda's Seaside Cafe, and several snack bars fulfill the culinary needs of guests. Concierge, room service, valet, laundry, children's program, beach, outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, exercise room, sauna, steam room, whirl pool, masseuse, lighted tennis courts, volleyball, gift shop, water sports rentals. $165-205 double off-season, $265-300 double high season. 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, Florida 727-360-1881.

Radisson Sandpiper Beach Resort- is right on the beach. Its rooms, containing two double beds or one king or queen-sized bed, feature coffee makers, toasters, small fridges, and wet bars. Concierge, room service, valet laundry, child care, beach front heated pool, enclosed heated pool, two racquetball/handball/squash courts, workout room, volleyball, shuffleboard, game room, general store. $135-117 double high season, $89-109 double off season. 6000 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, Florida 727-360-5551.

Island's End Resort- situated in the southern tip of the Pass-A-Grille area, features six cottages. Each unit offers a dining area, bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen, VCR, and a private pool. Lighted fishing dock, patios, decks, barbecues, hammocks. $68-$99 one-bedroom cottage, $160 three-bedroom cottage. 1 Pass-a-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach, Florida 727-360-5023.

North Redington Beach Hilton- features six stories of guest rooms with minibars, full-length mirrored closets, extra-large bathrooms, and private balconies. Room service, valet laundry, outdoor heated pool, sundeck. $125-190 double high season, $100-160 double off-season. 17120 Gulf Blvd., N. Redington Beach, FL. 727-391-4000.

Alpaugh's Gulf Beach Motel Apartments- has 16 apartments, each with modern furnishings, a dining area, and kitchenette. $56-80 apt. for 2. 68 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL 727-895-2589.

Innisbrook Hilton Resort- has three championship golf courses and has been selected by Golf Digest and Golf magazine as one of the best places to play in America. Tennis academy with 15 courts, children's program, fully equipped kitchens. $172-192 double high season, $91-130 double off season. 36750 U.S. 19, Tarpon Springs, FL. 727-942-2000.

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites- located on U.S. 19, is only a five minute drive from downtown Tarpon Springs. Heated pool. $75 double high season. 38724 U.S. 19 North, Tarpon Springs, FL. 727-934-5781.