LuxuryLuxuryWater Street · 12 min drive
The Tampa EDITION
Tampa’s five-star EDITION — sleek rooms, a rooftop pool, and destination dining in the Water Street district.
500 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL
Field Trip · Tampa, FL
Visit the Studio
Planning a trip to the Inside True Crime studio in Tampa? Here's where to stay and what to do while you're in town — with directions and booking links for each spot.
Places to Stay
Where to Sleep
Six stays — from the room next door to downtown luxury.
- LuxuryLuxury
LuxuryLuxury · HistoricDowntown Tampa · 16 min drive
Floridan Palace Hotel
A restored 1926 downtown landmark — grand lobby, ballroom, and old-Florida glamour a few blocks from the Riverwalk.
905 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL
From $350 / nightUpscaleWest Tampa · 10 min drive
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel
A vast casino, multiple dining options, a big pool, and live performances — a lively resort stay close to the studio.
5223 Orient Road, Tampa, FL
- From $215 / nightMid-range
Downtown Tampa · 18 min drive
Embassy Suites
All-suite comfort with easy access to Amalie Arena, the Florida Aquarium, and the Tampa Riverwalk.
513 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL
- Mid-rangeMid-range
Downtown Tampa · 16 min drive
Aloft Tampa Downtown
A modern, design-forward pick in the heart of downtown — walkable to the Riverwalk, bars, and the streetcar to Ybor.
100 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
- From $170 / nightClosest · Mid-range
West Tampa · Under 1 min drive
Hampton Inn by Hilton
Spacious rooms, a complimentary breakfast buffet, and a business center — the closest stay to the studio.
4506 Oak Fair Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Things to Do
While You're in Tampa
Theme parks, pro sports, iconic restaurants, and the waterfront — a full local guide.
Theme parkNorth Tampa · 15 min drive
Busch Gardens
A renowned theme park combining world-class roller coasters with a vast array of animal exhibits — fun for all ages.
10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL
FamilyDowntown Tampa · 20 min drive
The Florida Aquarium
Over 20,000 aquatic animals — a 500,000-gallon Coral Reef with sea turtles and sharks, and a Wetlands Trail under an 80-foot glass dome.
701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL
Sports · ConcertsDowntown Tampa · 19 min drive
Amalie Arena
Home of the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning and a top concert venue — catch a hockey game or a big-name show downtown.
401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL
Sports · NFLNorth Tampa · 16 min drive
Raymond James Stadium
Home of the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers — plus major concerts and college football under the pirate ship.
4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL
Dining · Spanish/CubanYbor City · 22 min drive
Columbia Restaurant
Florida’s oldest restaurant (est. 1905) in historic Ybor City — legendary Cuban sandwiches, paella, and flamenco.
2117 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
Dining · SteakhouseSouth Tampa · 19 min drive
Bern's Steak House
An iconic Tampa institution — dry-aged steaks and one of the world’s largest wine lists. Save room for the Harry Waugh Dessert Room.
1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL
Free · WaterfrontDowntown Tampa · 16 min drive
Tampa Riverwalk
A scenic 2.6-mile waterfront path linking museums, parks, restaurants, and Sparkman Wharf — the best free way to see downtown.
Downtown Tampa, FL
FamilyNorth Tampa · 15 min drive
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
A top-ranked family zoo — manatees, African elephants, and up-close animal encounters just north of downtown.
1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL
- Casino · Dining
West Tampa · 10 min drive
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
A vast casino, multiple restaurants, and live performances — gaming, dining, or a show close to the studio.
5223 Orient Rd, Tampa, FL
- Food hall
Near Downtown Tampa · 18 min drive
Armature Works
A revitalized riverfront food hall with a rooftop bar and event spaces — the Heights Public Market runs from quick bites to gourmet.
1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL
Room rates are indicative and change often — confirm with the hotel when booking.