Jayhawk Motel offers basic amenities and free parking near Ybor City's vintage stores and Busch Gardens. Rated 2.7 with 109 reviews in Tampa, FL.
Guests appreciate the motel’s quiet atmosphere, friendly service, and improving cleanliness, though the dated facilities and early checkout time may not suit everyone.
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Located at 3415 N Nebraska Ave in Tampa, Jayhawk Motel offers basic accommodations in a bustling area known for its vintage stores, LGBT bars, and local history exhibits at the Ybor City museum. The motel is suited for visitors looking for a budget-friendly option close to local attractions, with check-in starting at 11:00 AM and check-out by 10:00 AM.
The property provides essential amenities such as Wi-Fi, free parking, and air conditioning, but does not include facilities like a pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle. It is not pet-friendly, making it more suitable for travelers without pets. Guest reviews reflect a mixed experience; while some appreciate the quiet atmosphere, cleanliness improvements, and friendly staff, others note a lack of flexibility with check-out times and occasional service issues.
Surrounding attractions include popular spots like Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, all within easy reach for day trips. The motel is also conveniently positioned near Tampa International Airport, approximately 15 minutes away by car, making it accessible for travelers arriving by air. Several other lodging options are nearby, providing alternatives depending on preferences and budgets.
This accommodation appeals primarily to travelers seeking affordable, no-frills lodging in a lively neighborhood with a distinctive local flavor. While it may not offer extensive on-site comforts, Jayhawk Motel serves as a practical choice for visitors focused on exploring Tampa rather than spending extended time within the hotel premises.
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I did not like the way he yelled at me for chocolate ice cream that fell on the sheet the room was clean got me thinking they don't change the sheets and I don't like the time other hotels let u leave around 1230 to 1 u have to be out by 10 not enough sleep thank u.
I will go back. Improving more and more everytime. I like it.
Friendly staff and we lost our key in the middle of the night and they still let us in how nice!
I want mine spending money here the service is great the rooms are decent no bed bugs the staff is nice so quiet place as long as you stay to yourself I will always use this room when I'm in the area I've been to other places it was treated rude and nasty just cuz I asked do y'all have bed bugs and they got extremely rude so this place right here is actually a good look motel I recommend anybody here
The couple running this place is very good and the management is working on upgrading the rooms, they are way cleaner than they were 2 years ago when I stayed here.
If the Hardrock is sold out this is a cheap alternative close by.
This is where I currently stay I love this place it's very quiet and peaceful
Buzzing area with vintage stores, LGBT bars & local history exhibits at the Ybor City museum.
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