Lamplighter Motel offers affordable lodging in Tampa, FL with free Wi-Fi and parking. Close to Busch Gardens and Tampa International Airport for easy sightseeing.
Visitors note clean rooms and respectful owners, but also mention limited amenities and some concerns about safety and payment methods.
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Lamplighter Motel is a modest lodging option located at 12208 N Florida Ave in Tampa, offering practical accommodations for travelers seeking affordable and straightforward stays. Rated 2.9 from 95 reviews, the property appeals primarily to visitors interested in sightseeing and getting around the area, with a score of 3.4 for suitability based on recreation and convenience. The motel features essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi and free parking, but does not have a pool, restaurant, or fitness center.
The motel’s style is simple and clean, with several guests noting its cleanliness and friendly management as positive points. However, some reviews mention concerns about safety and value, reflecting a mixed guest experience. The no-frills environment suits those who prioritize budget and basic comfort over additional services or luxury features. Payment options can be limited, which has been a point of contention for certain guests.
Located within easy reach of popular attractions like Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, and Adventure Island, the motel is well positioned for visitors planning to explore these iconic sites. Its proximity to Tampa International Airport, about a 19-minute drive, adds convenience for travelers arriving by air. Several comparable motels and budget hotels are nearby, providing alternatives within a few miles.
Lamplighter Motel is best suited for tourists and short-term visitors looking for a clean, affordable place to stay near Tampa’s main attractions without expecting extensive on-site facilities. The property’s straightforward accommodations and practical location make it a viable option for those who value price and accessibility over luxury.
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Good rates not a bad motel. The manager is very nice
Always very clean the owner keeps track and keeps Knuckleheads out of there
They are so rude and they let anybody come in and out don't feel safe at all and too high for the living space 75 dollars and they don't take credit cards on all I get paid it's on a debit card I've been have to spend $3.75 dollars just to pay them that's the ATM tax
The place was very nice and very clean. Most of the motels I stayed at, the bathroom weren't clean and the shower usually has mold growing on the corners but this motel's bathroom as well as the shower was very very clean. I have never seen any bed bugs or cockroaches in the room which was very nice. The price was relatively good considering how clean and nice it was. I have stayed at motels with prices too high and quality very low but this motel was the opposite. The owners are also very kind and respectful. I would highly recommend this motel.
The Lamplighter is a cute little hotel for one of the hotels in Tampa that have just 10 rooms it's very clean and very save environment the owner is very nice and respectful
Just need a place to crash for the night and you can't find a spot this is an ok spot affordable and clean. Don't have to spend $100 to sleep a few hours if you don't want too
Very clean, owners are very friendly. No ice machine or other special amenities but the price is right. I've stayed there plenty of times and haven't ever seen any bugs.
Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around
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