DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront

Tampa, Tampa and Clearwater/St Pete

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The hotel

Just a 10 minute drive from Tampa International Airport, this hotel is a great place to stop on your journey into the gulf coast, before you head off to one of many famous beaches. Connected by the causeway, there’s easy access to Clearwater, so you can have your feet in that soft white sand in no time. You don’t need to leave the hotel to get views of the water though, watch the bayside sunsets from your room, or whilst dining at the waterfront grill, sipping on your favourite cocktail. 

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Nestled in the Rocky Point business district, overlooking Tampa Bay, just a 10 minute walk from the beach. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 5 miles. 

Hotel information

291 guest rooms and suites across 7 floors, all with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, 55-inch LCD TV, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, mini fridge, bathroom amenities, and hairdryer. 

Standard Rooms feature two queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Pool and Bay View Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Sunset View Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Bay View Patio rooms are located on the ground floor with a private patio, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Suites feature a separate living room with sofa bed, wet bar area with mini fridge and microwave, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 6 people. 

BLUFIN Waterfront Grill (casual all-day dining, with indoor and outdoor seating).

Outdoor swimming pool. Fitness centre.

Complimentary WiFi access. Self-parking $18 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). Laundry service*.

There is a resort fee of $12 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- Premium guest WiFi access - $12 food and beverage credit to use at BLUFIN Waterfront Grill or Made Market - 1 hour kayak or paddle board rental at Tiki Tours. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: one person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.


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Image of the Tripadvisor rating We need more Roy’s.

Aug 3, 2025 Companion52732134440

Excellent stay. Roy at the front desk was awesome! I had an issue and was expecting a long drawn out process. He listened, and resolved it in seconds. Thank you!
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Aug 2, 2025 Gregory P

Kim at the front desk could not have been more helpful. We arrived with a large wedding party and she did everything to make our stay hassle free and comfortable. Highly recommend!
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Jul 26, 2025 Relax29411265187 Virginia Beach, Virginia

Our stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Bay Rocky Point Waterfront was absolutely wonderful! From the moment I arrived, the hospitality was top-notch. A special shoutout to Kim and Roy at the front desk, they went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and taken care of. The staff checked on us daily to ensure our stay was nothing short of… Read more
Our stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Bay Rocky Point Waterfront was absolutely wonderful! From the moment I arrived, the hospitality was top-notch. A special shoutout to Kim and Roy at the front desk, they went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and taken care of. The staff checked on us daily to ensure our stay was nothing short of perfect. Their professionalism, warmth, and courteous service truly set the tone for the entire visit. The location is beautiful, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be returning and recommending this hotel to others! Read less
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Jul 26, 2025 Getaway822176 San Jose, California

I’m sharing this review at the hotel’s request, based on my recent experience at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point. Unfortunately, what began as a positive stay turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience when I needed support due to an unexpected family emergency. I was traveling through Florida for a week and planned to… Read more
I’m sharing this review at the hotel’s request, based on my recent experience at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point. Unfortunately, what began as a positive stay turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience when I needed support due to an unexpected family emergency. I was traveling through Florida for a week and planned to spend one night in Tampa (Saturday). I chose this hotel for my stay and ended up arriving two days early, on Thursday, after finishing work in Central Florida ahead of schedule. Check-in was smooth. The front desk supervisor was polite and welcoming, which made for a good first impression. Our room was a reasonably sized suite with a decent view of the water and a partial view of the parking lot — which the supervisor clearly mentioned at check-in. The hotel itself is a bit dated but serviceable. It wasn’t anything remarkable, but it wasn’t unpleasant either. I had made two separate reservations: the first was for Thursday and Friday night (paid), and the second was for Saturday night using Hilton Honors points — my originally planned stay. While out to dinner Thursday night, I received news of a family emergency that required me to return home immediately. I scrambled to rearrange my travel — moving my flight up two days, switching airports, and changing my rental car to a one-way drop-off. Thankfully, the airline and rental agency were accommodating. I returned to the hotel around midnight to rest before my 5:45 a.m. flight. By 3:45 a.m., I was in the lobby, explaining my situation to the front desk. I let them know I needed to check out early and reminded them that I had two reservations. They processed my check-out and advised me to contact the Hilton Diamond Desk regarding the Saturday night points reservation. After a long travel day with a layover and tight connection in Dallas, I finally arrived in California and went directly to the emergency room. It was a physically and emotionally exhausting day. The following morning — Saturday, the night of the points reservation — I called the Diamond Desk to request cancellation and explain the situation. The representative was sympathetic and willing to help, but noted that the property itself had to approve the cancellation. Unfortunately, when they contacted the hotel, the Front Desk Manager, Sally, declined the request. I was told: “I am sorry that we cannot accommodate the late request for the cancellation. For fairness and consistency of all guests, we have to follow the cancellation dates that were associated with your reservation.” ~ Sally, Front Desk Manager I understand policies exist for a reason. However, I also believe hospitality should come with a degree of empathy and flexibility — especially when a guest experiences a genuine emergency. The second reservation became irrelevant once I had to leave. In what is clearly not a peak travel period, it’s disappointing that the hotel chose to prioritize policy over compassion. If you’re considering staying here, just know that while the staff may be courteous at check-in, support during an emergency may be limited — and every dollar seems to count more than guest care. Read less
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Jul 17, 2025 jay19964 Columbus, Georgia

We were checked by Rubin. Rubin was very accommodating and informative about the hotel he throughly advised us on all aspects of our travel. Rubin explained about things to do in Tampa. Rubin gave us exceptional customer service. Our room has an amazing view also.