Where to Stay in Midtown Tampa: Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel Review
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Midtown Tampa is buzzing with excitement and quickly earning its place as one of the trendiest spots in Tampa Bay! Watching this area transform and grow is such a thrill, and I’m here to share everything you need to know about staying at Aloft Tampa Midtown. From chic rooms to stellar amenities and next-level dining (spoiler: you’ll leave satisfied), this guide has you covered!
Where is Midtown Tampa?
Let’s start with the basics: where exactly is Midtown Tampa? This vibrant area is perfectly situated between downtown Tampa and Tampa International Airport, making it an ultra-convenient and central location for visitors.
If you’re staying at Aloft Tampa Midtown, you’re just a quick drive (less than 10 minutes!) from:
- Tampa International Airport
- International Plaza and Bay Street (a gorgeous shopping center in Tampa)
- Hyde Park Village
- Armature Works and other awesome downtown Tampa spots!
- Raymond James Stadium
Related read: Check out my ULTIMATE Tampa, Florida guide for the best restaurants, things to do, and more.
Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel Overview
The Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel is a 111-guest room 7-story modern luxury hotel. It is combined with The Element Hotel, which has 115 rooms. Both hotels are Marriott hotels so you can book with points if you’re a Marriott Bonvoy card holder! Check out my complete guide to travel credit cards to learn how to use the perks for free nights and free flights!
Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel Rooms + Amenities
There are two types of rooms in this hotel: the Aloft King with one king bed, or the Aloft Queen Queen with two queen beds.
I stayed in the Aloft King, and found it to be very spacey! There was a little nook area with a table and bench by the window which can easily be used as a workspace.
The rooms have mini-fridges with some complimentary water bottles, a coffee maker, 65-inch LED TVs (with access to cable, HBO, and Netflix), full-size conditioner and shampoo, and, the highlight for me, the comfiest bed with foam pillows (anyone else dislike the feather pillows hotels usually give?!).
For amenities, there is a gym on-site, a pool table in the lobby/lounge area, free high-speed internet, and a heated rooftop pool that’s open 6 AM – 11 PM, plus they’re pet friendly! Outside of the hotel, they have 24,000 square feet of street-level retail.
Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel On-Site Dining
You have a couple of different options here. There is Re:fuel which is a 24-hour pantry, WXYZ Bar where you can mingle and enjoy a craft cocktail, and my personal favorite, Sal Y Mar.
When you walk in Sal Y Mar you feel like you’re being transported to Tulum. The interior design is breathtaking, and oh my gosh just wait until you get to the food and drinks! The menu showcases fresh, local ingredients and has tapas such as citrus crab cakes, Cajun shrimp corn fritters, and carne asada street tacos to name a few.
When it comes to entrees Sal Y Mar takes dishes that are familiar (pan-seared grouper, filet mignon, pan-seared scallops, etc.), and then totally puts their own spin on it! And it’s AMAZING. This is one of the best restaurants in Midtown Tampa!
Everything was cooked to perfection, and the flavors were out of this world. There was nothing boring about this meal. Even the veggies left me feeling inspired.
Even if you aren’t hungry, Sal Y Mar is a rooftop bar as well so enjoy an amazing cocktail with a view! I had the Love You More and a Mezcal margarita, and both were delicious and left me wanting more.
My Experience with Aloft Tampa Midtown
My stay at Aloft Tampa Midtown was nothing short of wonderful. The beds were incredibly cozy, the room layout was thoughtfully designed, and the location couldn’t be better! Being so close to some of Tampa’s hotspots, from restaurants to entertainment and nightlife, made it super convenient.
Oh, and a quick pro tip: don’t miss grabbing a coffee from Joffrey’s in the morning—it’s one of my go-to coffee spots in Tampa and a perfect way to kick off your day.
Whether you’re visiting Tampa for work, play, or a little of both, Aloft Tampa Midtown is an excellent place to call home.
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Wow love these modern funky style hotels! It’s such a vibe!
Great review & pics. I’m going to read of the free things to do. I will be visiting soon. Do u know what room you were in. I’m sleep sensitive to noise but I like BBC a view and you’re room looks like a corner with a view. I appreciate you. Thanks
Ah! I’m so sorry I honestly don’t remember. I was trying to see if there was a way I could look it up, but I don’t think there is :/ If you call and inform them of sleep sensitivity I’m sure they will find provide you with a room that fits your needs though!