There's a new standard for what a hotel stay can feel like in Tampa, and it lives right on the water. The Tampa Marriott Water Street sits at the heart of the vibrant Water Street Tampa district — a walkable, WELL-certified neighborhood that has quickly become one of the most exciting urban destinations in the Southeast.
The hotel's philosophy is that luxury shouldn't feel intimidating. From the moment you arrive, The Tampa Marriott Water Street offers waterfront views in a revitalized downtown area, a resort-style feel, and accommodations that feel as good as they look. A 2019 $50 million renovation has elevated the brand. And the city of Tampa itself has experienced 43% economic growth since 2019 and has been ranked among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.
Location is everything. Tampa Marriott Water Street guests are steps away from Benchmark International Arena (formerly Amalie Arena), home to some of the city's biggest sports and entertainment events, and within easy walking distance of Tampa's most compelling cultural attractions, like The Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa Museum of Art and The Florida Aquarium, to name a few. Whether you're in town for a concert, a game, or simply to explore one of Florida's up-and-coming cities, the hotel puts you exactly where you need to be to experience it all. Walk the 2.6 mile Riverwalk, take the water taxi to Sparkman Wharf or Armature Works, or hop on the free TECO streetcar to visit Ybor City.
Another exciting feature of the Tampa Marriott Water Street is its seamless connection to the adjacent 519-room property, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, via a private skybridge. This link gives guests the best of both worlds including easy access to the JW's world-class spa, resort-style amenities, and additional dining options. It's a travel hack that savvy visitors will appreciate, delivering a JW experience at a Marriott price point. It's essentially one hotel with two towers.
One of the most distinctive offerings from both hotels is the commitment to personalized guest experiences. Through a curated menu of bookable experiences, visitors can tailor their stay to suit exactly what they're looking for. An intimate culinary class, a waterfront picnic at sunset, or a wellness experience designed to restore and refresh. Most recently, the hotel's Stay Like A Champion experience developed in partnership with the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning, invited guests to channel their inner elite athlete: restoring balance through sleep, pushing physical limits with endurance training, or embracing intentional nourishment through interactive culinary classes.
The culinary offerings at Tampa Marriott Water Street are reason enough to book a table before you even unpack. Lona brings a modern Mexican sensibility to the waterfront, with bold flavors and a vibrant atmosphere that makes it one of the most talked-about dining destinations in the district. Anchor and Brine, the hotel's waterfront seafood concept, delivers fresh, coastal-inspired dishes against a backdrop that is hard to beat. The hotel even has its own garnish chef who specializes in custom-made tinctures and juices to elevate the cocktails in its several bars.
And thanks to the skybridge connection, guests also have access to the full dining landscape of the JW Marriott — including what is currently Tampa's tallest rooftop bar, offering sweeping views of the city and the bay that are as impressive as anything on the menu.
Whether you're visiting Tampa for business or pleasure, for a weekend or a week, the Tampa Marriott Water Street makes an exciting and compelling case for itself. WaterStreetTampa.com