Just 15 minutes from both Tampa airport and the ever-popular theme park at Busch Gardens, Emerald Greens has a lot to offer. Of course, the golf facilities are excellent, with three nine-hole courses available. Additionally, tennis courts, a large swimming pool and a fitness center are all on site, so sports enthusiasts are well catered for. The resort's suites all have high-speed Internet access and flat-screen TVs. With fully-equipped kitchens as standard and special rates for weekly and monthly occupancy, Emerald Greens is a particularly good choice for a longer stay in the Carrollwood area.
Head just a short way east from Carrollwood, into the neighboring community of Lake Magdalene, and you will find that, perhaps because of the increasing proximity of Busch Gardens, the number of hotel options on offer begins to increase. Of these new possibilities, the closest to Carrollwood itself is the Quality Inn. Hairdryers, coffeemakers, ironing facilities and cable/satellite TV are available in all rooms. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's laundry facilities and outdoor pool.
Don't be fooled by the name; although undoubtedly convenient for central Tampa, the La Quinta is in fact just two miles from Carrollwood. The hotel was only completed in 2009, and retains the smart feel you'd expect of such a recently opened establishment. In-room amenities are impressive, with plasma-screen TVs, microwaves, refrigerators, minibars, high-speed Internet access and coffeemakers all standard. In addition to its regular accommodation, the La Quinta offers some suites equipped with kitchenettes and three rooms providing full disabled access.
Just to the southwest of Carrollwood, and very close to both Tampa airport and Raymond James Stadium, you will discover the Comfort Suites. Here, guests can enjoy a free full hot breakfast, then work it off in the hotel's exercise room. For relaxation, a hot tub and heated outdoor pool are on offer. The range of amenities available is fairly typical; all rooms feature coffeemakers, hairdryers, free high-speed Internet access, microwaves, refrigerators and cable/satellite TV.
