Honeymoon stays at Westin Tampa Waterside: is it a right pick?
Short answer: The Westin Tampa Waterside can be a very good honeymoon pick if you want a waterfront, downtown base with easy access to Tampa’s Riverwalk, Amalie Arena and nearby attractions. Choose a Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View or a Junior Suite, with Sofa bed for better privacy and water views — but note there’s no on-site full-service spa and breakfast is not included in room rates.
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Location & first impressions
Westin Tampa Waterside sits on Harbour Island at 725 S Harbour Island Blvd, directly on Tampa’s downtown waterfront. The hotel places you within easy walking distance of the Tampa Riverwalk, Sparkman Wharf and the Florida Aquarium, making short daytime outings convenient for newlyweds.
Harbour Island’s waterfront setting is good for evening strolls and photos; the property’s exterior faces the bay and an on-site marina. If you want a clear waterfront view, request a Bay View room at booking. Photo: 0
- Address: 725 S Harbour Island Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602
- Close to Tampa Convention Center, Amalie Arena and Riverwalk
- Water taxi (Pirate Water Taxi) stops nearby for a scenic short hop along the Riverwalk
| Nearby spot | Typical time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Tampa Riverwalk | ~12-minute walk / 5-minute drive |
| Florida Aquarium | ~14-minute walk |
| Amalie Arena | ~1-minute drive / short walk |
Rooms suited for honeymooners
For privacy and more space, consider Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (listed as 646 sq. ft., Bay View) or Suite, with Sofa bed; both offer separate living areas that help create a suite feel. Junior Suite, with Sofa bed is another choice when you want a living area plus a king bed.
Standard options like Deluxe Room (1 King Bed) and Room, Bay View are fine for couples who plan to spend most time off-property; request a water- or city-view if you want a scenic backdrop. Cribs and rollaway beds are available if needed.
- Room (; 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Deluxe Room (; 1 King Bed)
- Room, Bay View (280 sq. ft.; 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Junior Suite, with Sofa bed (; 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
- Suite, with Sofa bed (; 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
- Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View (646 sq. ft.; 1 Double Bed)
| Room type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | Couples on a budget who want a king bed |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View | Honeymooners wanting separate living space and water views |
| Junior Suite, with Sofa bed | Couples wanting a slightly larger room with seating area |
Dining & romantic meals
Blue Harbour Eatery + Bar is the hotel’s waterfront restaurant serving American/seafood dishes and cocktails; it accepts reservations and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (food service generally until 10:00 PM). The restaurant offers water views useful for a romantic dinner.
The Marketplace is the 24/7 grab-and-go option for coffee and snacks, handy for early departures or an in-room breakfast if you prefer privacy. Note: breakfast is not included with room rates and is charged separately.
- Blue Harbour Eatery + Bar — waterfront American/seafood restaurant (open 11:00 AM–12:00 AM; food until 10:00 PM)
- 725 South Breakfast — breakfast available for a surcharge (weekday and weekend hours differ)
- The Marketplace — 24/7 grab-and-go with Starbucks coffee and snacks
| Venue | When it helps |
|---|---|
| Blue Harbour Eatery + Bar | Evening waterfront dinner, reservations available |
| The Marketplace | Quick coffee, snacks or in-room breakfast |
Hotel facilities & what’s missing
The hotel offers a heated outdoor pool (open daily 8:00 AM–10:00 PM) with loungers and umbrellas, plus the WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio (24-hour, complimentary for guests). These make it easy to combine activity and downtime during a honeymoon stay.
There is no officially confirmed, full-service on-site spa listed on the hotel’s Marriott page. If an in-room soaking tub matters, confirm the specific room’s bathroom features before booking since some suites list tub options. Photo: 19
- Heated outdoor pool — hours 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
- WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio — 24-hour, complimentary for hotel guests
- No confirmed full-service spa on the hotel’s official listing; verify specific bathroom/tub features at booking
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool | Heated outdoor pool with loungers and umbrellas |
| Fitness Studio | Complimentary, cardio and weight equipment |
| Spa | Not listed on the official hotel page — unverified by the hotel |
Practical notes for honeymoon planning
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon); the front desk is staffed 24 hours. The hotel requires the guest who checks in to be at least 21 years old, but families and children of all ages are welcome after check-in.
Parking at the property is valet-only; the hotel lists a daily valet charge and an oversized-vehicle surcharge. Also note a mandatory destination/resort-style fee is charged — amounts vary by booking source. Ask the hotel or your booking agent about current valet and destination-fee amounts before you finalize payment.
- Standard check-in: 4:00 PM; check-out: 12:00 PM (noon)
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (this is a requirement for the guest completing check-in)
- Valet parking only on site; an off-site garage option exists nearby
- A destination/resort-style fee is charged — confirm the current amount when booking
| Policy | What to do |
|---|---|
| Early/late arrival rules | Contact the hotel if arriving after 3:00 AM the day after check-in |
| Parking | Plan for valet fees or use nearby garage |
| Breakfast | Not included — buy at Blue Harbour or use The Marketplace |
Nearby experiences for couples
Walk the Tampa Riverwalk or take the Pirate Water Taxi for short, scenic hops along the waterfront — both make good daytime or sunset activities. The hotel is within easy reach of the Florida Aquarium, the Tampa Bay History Center and Amalie Arena for events.
If you want a beach day, Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach are reachable by car (roughly 25–45 minutes depending on traffic). Ybor City’s nightlife is accessible via the free TECO Line Streetcar from the nearby Channel District for an evening out.
- Tampa Riverwalk — walkable; good for riverside photos and evening strolls
- Pirate Water Taxi — multiple nearby stops along the Riverwalk
- Florida Aquarium — about a 14-minute walk from the hotel
- Clearwater Beach or St. Pete Beach — 25–45 minute drive for a beach day
| Activity | Approx. travel time |
|---|---|
| Florida Aquarium | ~14-minute walk |
| Ybor City (via streetcar) | Short streetcar ride |
| Clearwater Beach | ~25–45 minute drive |
