With a myriad of nearby popular attractions, Brandon, Florida, is becoming a popular Tampa Bay Area destination for tourists.

This rapidly-growing community is home to a wide variety of exquisite restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and endless entertainment options and features some of the best places to stay during a visit to the Tampa area.

To refine your search, we’ve created this list of the best places to stay in Brandon, Florida. All hotels are approximately 10 minutes from Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa and Florida State Fairgrounds, 15 minutes from Ybor City/Channelside/Downtown Tampa and Florida Aquarium, and about 20-30 minutes from Busch Gardens /   University of South Florida.

1.  Clarion Inn

The Clarion Inn is a newly renovated, beautiful hotel just outside of Tampa in Brandon with a proven track record of quality customer service and care.

It features completely refurbished guest rooms with brand new carpet, paint, and bedding and four spacious conference rooms that are available for parties, weddings, classes, meetings, or other events.

Outside is a wide pool deck where guests can swim in a sizable pool, lie in comfortable chairs, relax near the spectacular waterfall, or enjoy a drink from the tiki bar.

There is a Beef O’ Bradys on site at the hotel, as well as plethora of nearby restaurants and local entertainment options nearby.

2.  Embassy Suites Brandon

This all-suite hotel is include separate living rooms with pull-out sofas, custom-designed beds and free WiFi.

Also included are flat-screen TVs, microwaves and minifridges.

As far as food is concerned, breakfast is cooked-to-order and there are appetizers and drinks at a nightly reception. Also, the hotel’s casual restaurant features a grill menu and cocktails.

The hotel has a heated pool, whirlpool tub, and fitness center which offer something for each and every guest!

3.  Courtyard Marriott Brandon

The Courtyard includes modern guest rooms, suites, a living room-style lobby, and outdoor courtyard.

Amenities include free WiFi and TV with premium cable, an indoor pool and exercise room, a business center, a meeting space, and free parking.

Starbucks Coffee is available on site as well as an American restaurant with a variety of menu options.

There is also evening beer and wine service.

4.  La Quinta Inn & Suites Regency Park - Brandon

This hacienda-inspired hotel features contemporary guest rooms that include crisp, triple-sheet bedding, HD programming on flat-panel TVs, and free WiFi.

Breakfast includes options such as hot waffles and fresh fruits, among a variety of other delicious samplings.

Guests will be sure to enjoy the free, on-site gym and the outdoor pool.

LaQuinta offers discount golf packages for some local courses.

Well-behaved pets are also welcome.

5.  Quality Inn and Suites Tampa

Officially in Brandon, this Spanish-style hotel includes an array of rooms and suites that feature warm earth-tone decor, flat-screen TVs, cable, free WiFi, minifridges, coffee makers, and other deluxe amenities.

There is free continental breakfast in the guest lounge which features a pool table and a fireplace!

Meanwhile, guests will enjoy the outdoor heated pool, courtyard, fitness and business centers, and convenient guest laundry service.

Some upgrade rooms include premiere features such as wet bars, sitting areas, and kitchens, while suites offer 2-level rooms, lofts, and pull-out sofas. 

To book your stay today at one of these premiere Brandon hotels, click on the business links above!