glorya

My DH and I returned a few days ago from a Caribbean cruise and stayed one night in the Chase Suites on Rocky Point, Tampa, Fl. prior to cruising It really was a suite: fireplace albeit no wood for burning yet; sitting area; desk & chair; large comfortable bed; separate vanity from the toilet/tub/shower area; and a kitchen with granite counter tops (I don't even have that in my condo ... shucks), dishwasher, microwave, etc. etc. etc. Fully loaded kitchen. We booked the ship/shore special which included shuttle service from the airport, the hotel to the port and then from the port back to the airport. We did not utilize the service from the port back to the airport because we made other arrangements. Chase Suites is a very nice condominium appearing complex and right next door is Bahama Breeze (I think that was the name) and we had the best calamari I have ever eaten with the exception of one time in Greece. I would recommend both the Chase Suites and the Bahama Breeze. And the price was under $150 including taxes for suite and transportation. I understand that the shuttle will also take you to a mall if you so desire. We didn't have enough time to utilize it but if the chance occurs again, I will book longer than one night.

[quote name='KAWS']Don't know about the Quorum but we're booked at the Chase Suites. They have a precruise package too that includes breakfast and shuttle to/from airport and to/from the pier. You might give them a call. They have good reviews.

I've driven myself absolutely insane with this too. But we're happy with our final selection of the Chase.

Kim[/quote]

Thank you Kim, I called and booked the Chase also. I became so weary and confused from trying to make a decision and am happy that the reservation is finalized. One would think I was moving to Tampa permanently for all the time I spent on this. It sure is interesting and informative to read the help/advice/recommendations given by so many people so willingly on this site. Thank you all!

Would anyone have information on the Quorum Hotel in Tampa? Has anyone stayed there? Anything around the hotel within "safe" walking distance? Mall? Restaurants? We are looking for a one-night stay in Tampa prior to our cruise. We will fly in and won't have a car at our disposal and will rely on shuttles. The Quorum has a precruise package but it is a little high priced for one night. I have read of a number of hotels on this site but my head is spinning. Can't keep them straight, lose the location (good or bad), etc. etc. etc.