Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection

“The Epicurean Hotel is Very Special”

One of the great joys of travel is finding something special you don’t expect, and the Epicurean Hotel is one of those gems. We love Marriott properties, and this one is delightful. We came to Tampa to have dinner at Bern’s Steak House, and I picked this hotel because it’s across the street. T… more

One of the great joys of travel is finding something special you don’t expect, and the Epicurean Hotel is one of those gems. We love Marriott properties, and this one is delightful. We came to Tampa to have dinner at Bern’s Steak House, and I picked this hotel because it’s across the street. The delights started before we arrived when they upgraded us to a junior suite using a Bonvoy Suite upgrade. I let the hotel know about our special occasion, and they had a bottle of champagne and a plate of hors d’oeuvres waiting in our room. The delights continued with the helpful Tori at check-in, continuing with the beautiful ambiance, and then learning about the artist's reception in the elevator. At the artist reception, we met the manager, Shawn. He hosted an excellent reception with champagne and more hors d’oeuvres, where we met the artist WI Ching Schroeder and the hotel's art coordinator. It was a lovely surprise before our reservation at Bern’s. We are very thankful for a great visit, and I hope you get to visit soon!

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“Epicurean Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection - South Tampa, Florida”

The Epicurean Hotel, part of the Marriott Autograph Collection is a chic, modern, unique comfortable boutique hotel in sunny South Tampa, close to famous Bern steak restaurants in Tampa. The staff incl. valet was friendly, attentive and professional. At check-in you are also offered a glass of wine… more

The Epicurean Hotel, part of the Marriott Autograph Collection is a chic, modern, unique comfortable boutique hotel in sunny South Tampa, close to famous Bern steak restaurants in Tampa. The staff incl. valet was friendly, attentive and professional. At check-in you are also offered a glass of wine which was a nice touch and beats the chocolate cookie of the competition :). Rooms and bathrooms are clean and spacious. Water pressure is solid. AC works smoothly and quietly. Rooftop bar has gorgeous views over Tampa. Fitness center is well equipped. Overall a very solid stay, although price point is at the higher end of the spectrum of hotels in Tampa. Would return for another stay.

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“For the price, I've had better stays”

I stayed in this hotel for one night on a reimbursed business trip. I would not spend my own money to stay here. It's upscale and funky, with interesting decor and complimentary wine at check-in. But they don't seem to have the basics quite right. Housekeeping rang my doorbell three times in the … more

I stayed in this hotel for one night on a reimbursed business trip. I would not spend my own money to stay here. It's upscale and funky, with interesting decor and complimentary wine at check-in. But they don't seem to have the basics quite right. Housekeeping rang my doorbell three times in the morning, beginning at 8:30, as they wanted to make up the room after I left. There was no Do Not Disturb sign to hang on the door. I mentioned this to the front desk at checkout, and the attendant told me there was actually a privacy button near the door. (I never saw it.) What is the use of having a noon checkout if you keep getting interrupted and feel like you're being rushed out? The luxury rainfall shower was so complicated that it required two sets of printed instructions in the bathroom. Meanwhile, water pressure in the bathroom sink was low, and the rooms are not well-insulated. I could hear doors slamming and voices in the hallway despite wearing earplugs. The location was good for walking around to find food and shopping. The adjacent ice cream store had a nice selection.

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