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  • About

    Welcome to the Floridan Palace Hotel, BW Premier Collection located in the heart of downtown Tampa. Built in 1926, this twenty-story hotel has been brought back to its original grandeur. Indulge yourself in old-world charm met with the modern comforts of today. With an eye for detail and a dash of flair, flawless service and luxury awaits you at every turn.



    The opening ceremony and ribbon cutting of this iconic landmark took place on July 28, 2012, making the Floridan once more the 'crown jewel' of the city of Tampa. Meticulously restored with historical expertise and detailed craftsmanship, the hotel's beauty and stature of its original state has been recaptured. The Floridan Palace Hotel, BW Premier Collection is one of the few hotels in the Tampa Bay area that is on the National Register of Historic Places.

  • Amenities
    Dining / Nightlife
    Accommodations
    Things To Do
    Meeting Facilities
    Dining/Nightlife
    • Accept Reservations
    • Average Price of Entree: $22-35
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Cuisine: American
    • Days/Hours of Operation: The Dan Restaurant now open!
      Lunch: M-F 11am-2pm
      Dinner: Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm
      Fri-Sat 11-3
      Brunch: Sat + Sun 11am-3pm
      Bar: Everyday 11am-close
    • Dining Reservations: Via Resy.com
    • Dinner
    • Full Facility Rental Available
    • Lunch
    • Major Credit Cards Accepted
    • Number of Indoor Seats: 175
    • Pets Allowed
    • Private/Group Room
    • Private/Group Room Capacity: 600
    • Style: Upscale Casual
    • Total Restaurant Capacity: 175
    Business Technology
    • Business Center
    • Free Internet Access in Room
    • Free Wireless Internet Access in Room
    • Internet Access in Meeting Rooms
    • Wireless Access in Meeting Rooms
    Dining & Entertainment
    • Complimentary Daily Breakfast
    • Manager's Receptions
    • Number of Bars/Lounges on site: 2
    • Number of Restaurants on site: 1
    General
    • AAA Rating: Three Diamond
    • Accept Long Term Stays
    • Cancellation Policy: 24 hours
    • Check-In/Check-Out Policy: 4pm check in 11am check out
    • Credit Cards Accepted:
      • American Express
      • Mastercard
      • VISA
      • Discover
      • Diner Club
    • Deposit Policy: $50 per night
    • Film Friendly Hotel
    • Full Service
    • Green Lodging Certification
    • Hotel Type: Full Service
    • Number of Committable Rooms: 210
    • Number of Double/Double: 120
    • Number of Elevators: 4
    • Number of Floors: 20
    • Number of Handicap Accessible Rooms: 11
    • Number of Kings: 90
    • Number of Meeting Rooms: 8
    • Number of Sleeping Rooms (Include Suites): 210
    • Number of Suites: 15
    • Other Amenities: On site gym
      Shuttle Services 3 mile radius
      Lobby Bar + The Dan Restaurant
      Complimentary Breakfast
    • Pets Allowed
    • Total Sq Ft Largest Meeting Room: 8000
    • Total SqFt Indoor Meeting Space: 13000
    Health & Beauty
    • Fitness Facilities
    In Room Amenities
    • Cable TV
    • Coffee Maker
    • Hairdryer
    • In Room Safe
    • Iron/Ironing Board
    • Number of Telephones: 1
    Miscellaneous Amenities
    • Concierge
    Parking Facilities
    • Self Park
    • Self Parking Charge
    Transportation Services
    • Courtesy Area Shuttle Service
    • Miles from Tampa International Airport: 7
    • Miles to Tampa Convention Center: 3
    Things to Do & See
    • Admission Prices: 8 mile(s) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a 335-acre African-themed animal theme park located in the city of Tampa, Florida. Wikipedia Address: 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612 Opened: March 31, 1959 Hours: Closed · Opens 10AM Thu Updated by business 2 weeks ago Phone: (813) 884-4386 Visitors per annum: 4.139 million (2018)
      1.5 mile(s) from Amalie Arena, Amalie Arena is an arena in Tampa, Florida that has been used for ice hockey, basketball, arena football games, and concerts. It is home to the Tampa Bay Lightning of the National Hockey League. The building was originally known as the Ice Palace. Wikipedia Address: 401 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602 Capacity: 20500
      1.5 mile(s) from The Florida Aquarium, The Florida Aquarium is a 501 not-for-profit organization, publicly operated institution located in Tampa, Florida, United States. It is a large scale, 250000-square-foot aquarium and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
      8 mile(s) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park, ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a 63-acre nonprofit zoo located in Tampa, Florida. In 2009, Lowry Park Zoo was voted the #1 Family Friendly Zoo in the US by Parents Magazine, and is recognized by the State of Florida as the center for Florida wildlife conservation and biodiversity. Wikipedia Address: 1101 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33604 Opened: 1957 Hours: Open · Closes 5PM No. of animals: 1,300+ Notable animals: Zack, Zola, Ceduna, Sdudla, Myrtle, Ahadi, Keeva, MORE
      4 mile(s) from Raymond James Stadium, Raymond James Stadium, also known as 'Ray Jay', is a multi-purpose stadium located in Tampa, Florida. It is home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL) as well as the NCAA's South Florida Bulls football team and the Tampa Bay Vipers of the XFL. The stadium seats 65618.
      65 mile(s) from Walt Disney World® Resor, The Walt Disney World Resort, also called Walt Disney World and Disney World, is an entertainment complex in Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista, Florida, in the United States, near the cities of Orlando and Kissimmee. Wikipedia Address: Orlando, FL
      Dining
      Crystal Dining Room, on premises, Full Service, Continental, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Step into the elegant Crystal Dining Room adorned with crystal chandeliers and hand painted cherubs. The distinguished fine dining restaurant boasts an ornate 1926 ceiling, which has been intricately restored, Baroque style bone china, and fresh red roses. An enticing menu has been designed by an expert culinary team and incorporates Mediterranean and contemporary cuisine along with divinely created desserts.
      Sapphire Lounge, on premises, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: dinner, The historic Sapphire Room has been brought back to its glory days. During WWII the service men stationed in Tampa called the Sapphire Bar the 'sure fire room' due to the bar's wild reputation. Dim blue lights and a handcrafted wood bar sets the mood for you to step back into time. The bar features The Floridan Palace Hotel's original signature martini 'In Between the Sheets' and is open Friday through Saturday
      Lobby Bar, on premises, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, The handcrafted lobby bar is the perfect spot to admire the entire ambiance of the historic Floridan Palace Hotel. Details in the lobby bar include a marble bar top, dark leather seating, crystal chandeliers, original cypress wood ceiling, and original black and gold wrought iron railings. Come join us for a refreshing drink
      Education
      3 mile(s) from The University of Tampa, The University of Tampa is a private university in Tampa, Florida. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. UT offers more than 200 programs of study, including 14 master's degrees and a broad variety of majors, minors, pre-professional programs, and certificates
      10 mile(s) from University of South Florida, The University of South Florida is a public research university in Tampa, Florida. It is a member institution of the State University System of Florida. Founded in 1956, USF is the fourth-largest public university in the state of Florida, with an enrollment of 50927 as of the 2019–2020 academic year
      Nearby Cities
      30 mile(s) from Sarasota
      70 mile(s) from Orlando
      Shopping
      6 mile(s) from International Mall, International Plaza and Bay Street is the dominant shopping mall and dining destination on the west coast of Florida, located adjacent to the Tampa International Airport. International Plaza is a traditional enclosed shopping mall anchored by Dillard's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and LifeTime Athletic. Wikipedia Address: 2223 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607 Opened: September 14, 2001 Hours: Open · Closes 7PM No. of stores and services: 200 Phone: (813) 342-3790
      6 mile(s) from Westshore Plaza, Westshore Plaza is one of two enclosed shopping malls located in the Westshore business district of Tampa, Florida, developed by Albert L. Manley of Boston, MA. WestShore Plaza was opened in 1967 and was touted as Tampa's first shopping center that was fully air-conditioned. Wikipedia Address: 250 Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609 Opened: September 28, 1967 Hours: Open · Closes 7PM
      Transportation
      6 mile(s) from Tampa International Airport
      15 mile(s) from St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport
      0.05 mile(s) from Tampa, FL Union Station
    • Credit Cards:
      • American Express
      • Mastercard
      • VISA
      • Discover
      • Diners Club
    Venues
    • Inhouse Catering
    • Internet Access in Meeting Rooms
    • Largest Banquet Capacity: 600
    • Liquor License
    • Total Number of Meeting Rooms: 8
    • Wheelchair Accessible
    • Wireless Access in Meeting Rooms
    Enhanced Cleaning Procedures
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  • Enhanced Cleaning Procedure

    As the world reopens, we are excited to welcome our loyal guests back to our hotels while meeting your health and wellbeing standards. When you are ready to travel again, we understand that you will understandably have a heightened awareness and expectation of cleanliness when it comes to your choice of accommodations. For over 75 years, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts has been an industry leader with the reputation of providing clean, well-maintained accommodations. In 2012, we became the first hotel brand to set a high-level of cleanliness with the roll out of our industry leading I Care® program. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, we were among the first to roll out standards and best practices that enhanced our cleaning and safety protocols through our We Care CleanSM program. Based upon guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Health Canada, the We Care Clean program addresses everything from guest room and common area cleanliness, to streamlined processes that minimize contact between guests and associates while maintaining the customer service you expect from a Best Western-branded hotel. When you next stay with us, there will be changes you can clearly see; while others, you can rest assured are taking place behind the scenes, such as the enforcement of heightened and comprehensive cleanliness standards. The We Care Clean program addresses five key areas in our hotels: Front Desk and Lobby: Protocols minimize guest contact with personnel through a streamlined check-in and check-out process such as the use of Best Western’s Mobile Concierge platform. High touch point areas will be cleaned frequently, and lobby brochures, magazines and papers have been removed. Enhanced sanitization procedures will be in place at the front desk, in the lobby and across guest touch points throughout the hotel with disinfecting taking place regularly. Sanitizing stations or wipes will be available throughout hotels. Guest Room and Housekeeping: Enhanced and thorough cleaning protocols have been implemented in guest rooms. Linens, tery products, and all touch points, for example, faucets, door handles, light switches, thermostats, clocks and hangers, are cleaned with chemicals aimed at killing COVID-19. Unnecessary items have been removed from guest rooms, such as decorative pillows, bed scarves, paper notepads and pens. For guest and employee safety and well-being, daily housekeeping service is by request. Public Amenities: When allowed to open, public amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools and meeting rooms will be cleaned on closely monitored schedules with disinfecting chemicals. Each evening, these areas may also be sanitized with the use of electrostatic fogging, ozone generators or ultraviolet devices. Hand sanitizer or wipes will be provided for guests and employees in all public areas. Hotel Employees and Staff Requirements: Hotel employees follow strict guidelines, to include the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment when required by local or state governments, frequent and stringent hand-washing protocols, and housekeepers/laundry staff will wear both gloves and a mask. Employee workstations are cleaned and disinfected after every shift. Employees are empowered to stay home if unwell, communicate their potential exposure to COVID-19 with management, and will be fully educated on how to maintain a safe and clean home. Breakfast Offerings: Caring for our guests and providing the highest level of service has always been at the core of Best Western® Hotels & Resorts. Depending on local health and government rules and regulations, our breakfast offerings may be one of several options. Where permissible, many of our full-service hotels will once again be able to deliver a more traditional form of breakfast service. If there are local restrictions, guests will be offered a Grab & Go breakfast. The Grab & Go breakfast may be available for guests departing before breakfast service begins. Where social distancing measures remain in place, guests will continue to find breakfast rooms that are modified to allow more space between tables. Additionally, hand sanitization stations remain available, and staff will disinfect tables and chairs between guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotels - where we are focused on your health, safety, and wellbeing.