Ballast Point Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Enjoy the rides and games at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and find out why this is a popular theme park in Tampa. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Raymond James Stadium
Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
Why not try your luck with a visit to Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Orient Park? Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Tampa Riverwalk
After visiting Tampa Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tampa. Experience the great live music or attend a hockey game in this walkable area.
Tampa Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Tampa Convention Center, a top convention centre in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Ballast Point
Island Grand at TradeWinds
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Reviewed on 8 May 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
We were in a pool front villa I did book a gulf front but the pool and gulf was a bonus my kids loved it! It was a bit busy with the restaurant close to us but it was the best to come out of my room and sit in the sun!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
SkyBeach Resort
We enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it to anyone traveling to the area. The staff was super helpful. Parking does get overcrowded due to the pickleball courts and volleyball courts but we always had a place to park. The Skybar is a good place to enjoy a cold beverage and take in the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
This is where I always stay on Tampa. No frills, but super clean and reliable
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
OASIS BAY SUITES, Tampa, Busch Gardens, USF
Room was clean except the floor had quite a few dead bugs, and shower would not drain; You had to stand in a few inches of water. Also the pool bar only serves beer, not ideal for someone who doesn’t like beer. Great pool area though.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Where do I start……I booked a suite & also a separate room for family. I specifically requested the extra room to be 2 queens. When we got to the hotel at 4:30, the extra room had been changed to just a king and wasn’t even ready. That started the experience on the wrong foot. We had to wait for the ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballast Point
Sun Bay South
While Sun Bay South isn't home to many top sights, MacDill Air Force Base and Hyde Park Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Davis Islands
While Davis Islands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Tampa and Benchmark International Arena.
Hyde Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hyde Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Hyde Park Village or David Falk Theater.
Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Bay History Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Hyde Park
North Hyde Park might not have many top sights, but Port of Tampa and David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southeast Tampa
Though Southeast Tampa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Tampa and Sparkman Wharf.
