This video shares some footage and insights from my stay in Tampa, Florida at the Hampton Inn & Suites Ybor City near downtown. Port Tampa is located close to this hotel and when I stayed here the hotel offered a free shuttle that hotel guests could sign-up for to go to the cruise port (there were limited slots). I had a great experience at the hotel, there was free breakfast (I show some of the options), and things were clean. This review reflects my experience so I encourage you to research your options before booking and your experience may vary. I am not affiliated with any hotels, including this one.
Some of the cruise ships scheduled to sail Tampa this summer and early fall include Carnival Paradise, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Legend, Enchantment of the Seas, Radiance of the Seas, Margaritaville at Sea Islander, Celebrity Summit, Norwegian Gem, Jewel of the Seas, and others!