A basic budget motel, the Howard Johnson Express Inn and Suites - Tampa benefits from its close proximity to Tampa attractions. Only 10 miles from Tampa International Airport, the motel is a convenient stop for travelers. Busch Gardens is four miles from the motel and Sable Park is eight miles away. Other nearby areas of interest include Florida State Fairgrounds and Ford Amphitheatre, Hard Rock Casino, Raymond James Stadium, and University of South Florida. The two-story motel offers 150 rooms. Amenities include coffeemakers, radio alarm clocks, and cable television. The rooms are small but adequate for this price. They, however, are not well-kept. Better maintenance and cleaning will make the rooms much more appealing. There is also no elevator available so second-floor guests have the added inconvenience of having to carry their luggage up a flight of stairs. Pets are allowed for a fee but they cannot be left in the room alone. The motel features a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool. Parking is free and a complimentary breakfast is served every morning. All in all, this Howard Johnson Express Inn falls short but its convenient location makes it an adequate choice for the budget traveler.