Welcome to Tampa's newest premier hotel. The Crowne Plaza Hotel Tampa Westshore is located less than 2 miles from Tampa Inter ... national Airport (TPA) and in the heart of the thriving Westshore business district. Our hotel is only a short walk from the Westshore Plaza Mall, offering the finest in shopping, dining and entertainment. Additionally, we are just minutes from the University of Tampa, Tampa General and the University of South Florida. While visiting the Crowne Plaza Hotel Tampa Westshore, you will find that our location is convenient to many attractions such as Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Raymond James Stadium, George M Steinbrenner Field, Tropicana Field, Florida Aquarium, St. Pete Times Forum and the Port of Tampa located at Channelside. AWARDS 2012 Intercontinental Hotels Group "Torch Bearer Award" 2012 "Best of the Best" IHG Food & Beverage Director - Edwin Casana 2011 "Best of the Best" IHG Director of Catering - Jaci May 2009 InterContinental Hotels Group Renovation Award 2009, 2010 & 2011 InterContinental Hotels Group Meeting Service Excellence Award 2009 Florida West Coast Chapter National Association of Catering Executives Venue of the Year Award read more