The hype
Travelers love the modern design and walkability but universally despise the parking situation.
Element Tampa Midtown
$150-280 / noche
Reserva esto si You want a brand-new, eco-conscious base camp with a killer rooftop bar in Tampa's most walkable new district.
Por qué a la gente le encanta
- Walkable access to Whole Foods, REI, and top-tier dining like Ponte and BellaBrava
- Free hot breakfast that actually includes healthy options like egg white frittatas
- Sal Y Mar rooftop bar offers some of the best sunset views in the city
Resumen rápido: A sleek, modern hotel that forces you to pay $40 for valet while surrounded by 'free' public parking you can't use.
Reseñado por @AmyWestTravel: I stayed here for a work trip and it was exactly what I needed. The room felt like a mini-apartment with the kitchenette, and having True Food Kitchen downstairs was a game changer. The rooftop pool was a nice bonus for unwinding after a long day.
Lo que dijeron los huéspedes que se hospedaron aquí
Reality check
The 'Studio Commons' rooms are great for groups, but the connecting room doors have poor soundproofing.
- You want to walk to dinner and drinks without needing an Uber
- You appreciate a kitchenette for reheating leftovers from the great restaurants nearby
- You are a Marriott Bonvoy member looking for a newer, cleaner property than the downtown options
Limpieza y Mantenimiento
8.8
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though some reports of 'rush jobs' on busy turnover days.
- Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling. Grout is new and white, glass showers are usually spotless.
- Maintenance: Excellent. The building is new (opened 2021), so peeling paint and broken fixtures are rare.
- Linens & towels: Crisp and white, though the towels are the standard thin Marriott 'eco' variety.
- Odors & scents: Fresh. No musty carpet smells, just the signature brand scent.
Sleepability™
7MODERADO
0-4RUIDOSO
4-7.5MODERADO
7.5-10SILENCIOSO
- Thumping bass from Sal Y Mar rooftop bar (evenings)
- Highway drone from I-275 (constant)
- Thin connecting doors in Studio suites
Antes de reservar
Es bueno saberlo
- The hotel shares a building and lobby with Aloft Tampa Midtown — Element is the 'quieter' side.
- Breakfast ends strictly at 9:30 AM on weekdays (10:00 AM weekends) — they clear it away fast.
- There is no airport shuttle, despite being only 3 miles away.
Qué llevar
- Earplugs for the highway/rooftop noise
- Reusable water bottle (filtered water station in the kitchenette)
- Workout gear — the gym is actually large and well-equipped
Genio de Habitaciones
Mejores opciones
- Corner King Studios on floors 3-5 for the best balance of view and quiet
- Studio Commons if traveling with a group (share a living room but keep private bedrooms)
Habitaciones a evitar
- Room 620 (and neighbors) — proximity to electrical/utility rooms causes noise
- 7th floor rooms directly under the bar/kitchen if you sleep before 11 PM
- Rooms facing I-275 if you are sensitive to traffic drone
Genio de Solicitud de Habitación – copiar y pegar
“I would love a room on a mid-level floor (3-5) facing away from the highway (I-275). Please avoid rooms directly under the rooftop bar or near the elevator banks.”
Preguntas frecuentes y consejos ocultos
Todo lo que realmente quieres saber antes de reservar.
Can I self-park in the Midtown garages?
Officially, no. The garages prohibit overnight parking for non-residents and towing is enforced. You are stuck with the $40 valet.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the rooftop pool is heated, but it is small and shared with the Aloft hotel guests.
What is the breakfast like?
Better than average. Think Chobani yogurt stations, egg white frittatas, and fresh fruit, not just sad bagels.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, very. $50 fee per night (max 2 pets, 40lbs limit). They provide a 'Love That Dog' kit.
How far is the stadium?
Raymond James Stadium is about 2 miles away — a 5-minute Uber or a long 30-minute walk.
Is there a resort fee?
No explicit resort fee, but the mandatory valet acts as a hidden one.
Consejos de Insiders
- ✨
The 'Restore' pantry is open 24/7 but overpriced; walk 2 minutes to Whole Foods for snacks instead.
- ✨
You can order food from the Sal Y Mar rooftop to go and eat it in your room if the bar is too crowded.
- ✨
Ask for a 'Studio Commons' connector if you are with friends — it turns four rooms into a private apartment.
5 cosas que debes saber antes de ir
💡The elevators can be painfully slow during peak check-out times because they serve both Element and Aloft guests plus the rooftop bar.
💡The 'kitchenette' has a microwave, mini-fridge, and sink, but no cooktop in standard studios (only in larger suites).
💡The lobby scent is a mix of Element's 'meadow' fragrance and Aloft's perfume — it can be strong.
💡You can hear the planes taking off from TPA if you are on the airport side, but it's less intrusive than the highway noise.
💡The bikes in the lobby are free to borrow, but you have to sign a waiver and they are first-come, first-served.
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