Tahitian Inn & Spa

United States , Tampa - FL
TAMPA, 601 S Dale Mabry Hwy
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100 reviews shown

6/10

Pleasant

07 Mar 2026

Sandra

Problem with getting the right room we booked, they did correct the problem the next day

6/10

Pleasant

05 Mar 2026

Rosemary

It's a great older hotel but in need of restoration. We were only informed that pool was closed a couple days before arrival when it would have been hard to change plans. It was great for location but could have been cleaner. Beds were clean and comfortable. Floors not as much. Nearby restaurant was good.

Partner

2/10

Poor

04 Mar 2026

Detchee Kottke

Dirty room is not worth our money we paid
I booked 3 rooms and all of them is not that clean, mirror , showers and etc are dirty...

Friends

4/10

Poor

02 Mar 2026

Carey

Their under renovations no pool

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2026

Eduardo

The restaurant had great food. The staff at the hotel were amazing however the pictures on the website don't match the appearance of the rooms. There should have been a notice that the hotel was under renovations and the pool was not available. The rental car that we had was damaged during our stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2026

Allison

Staff was great, parking was hard, room was outdated, very few lights, bed had huge footboard that made it impossible to see the tv, bathtub had jacuzzi jets which was nice but didn't look clean enough to relax in. Very nice that there is a separate restaurant attached to the hotel with pretty good food! Only stayed one night - it wasn’t bad (bed was comfortable, sheets were clean) but it wasn’t the best either.

Partner

2/10

Poor

28 Feb 2026

Cynthia

Didn’t get what I paid for, I got a superior king but didn’t get that room upon arrival, when I asked about it, she said “all rooms are the same price anyways”. Knowing I paid more that room. The halls and rooms smells bad. Everything is closed. They told me it’s a no smoking property. But yet everyone is smoking outside of main entrance. A lot of Empty cans and shooters in parking lot. They had no towels, I asked for an extra and they said “we have to check what we have” For the price I expected a lot more. The lady in the mornings was pretty rude.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2026

Terri

Everything met our expectations. We love the location and atmosphere. The restaurant is delicious...ate there both mornings.

Family

2/10

Poor

27 Feb 2026

Nathan

Terrible staff will take your money and give you nothing in return

2/10

Poor

27 Feb 2026

Mira

Bed bugs!!!! Beware. The hotel will not give you a refund and Hotels.com will not support you in any way. Beyond disappointing!

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

26 Feb 2026

Chinyelu

Room was flooded. Dosent look like the pictures. Restaurant closes at 2pm. Front desk male was very sassy and rude.

Business

8/10

Excellent

25 Feb 2026

Payne

yes

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2026

Danielle

It was super clean but had an old musty moldy smell

6/10

Pleasant

24 Feb 2026

Jonathan

staff very nice. the place needd alot of work. is not whats pictured.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Oryan

Great stay, loved it!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Claire

Staff are great!

8/10

Excellent

23 Feb 2026

Karen

Staff was great and accommodating. Thank you Linda, Cathy, and Jose

Self

6/10

Pleasant

22 Feb 2026

Kimberly

The was room was clean. The bed sunk in the middle (missing middle bed frame leg) underneath. Both lamps did not work. Burned out bathroom light. Couldn’t watch tv in bed as footboard covered up most of the tv. The little patio was nice, but the chairs were rusty and broken. Pool being redone and no tiki bar.

Partner

2/10

Poor

21 Feb 2026

jonathan

Misleading Photos – Major Maintenance and Hygiene Issues

I am writing this review to warn others that this hotel looks nothing like the professional photos advertised online. I chose this property specifically for the pool and the updated appearance in the pictures, but the reality was a complete letdown.
Key Issues:
* Misleading Marketing: The photos are clearly outdated or heavily edited. The property is in a state of significant deterioration.
* Hygiene: This was the most upsetting part. I found a fingernail in my bedsheets, and the stairs leading to the rooms had a persistent, unpleasant odor.
* Room Condition: The bathroom was incredibly outdated. Even worse, the plumbing was so loud that the shower made a disruptive noise whenever someone in the neighboring room used theirs. The ceiling paint was also cracking and peeling.
* Accessibility: Only the main building has an elevator. I was assigned a room on the second floor of a side building and had to haul my heavy suitcases up the stairs myself.
* The Pool: A major reason for my booking was the pool, but it looked like it hadn't been filled or maintained in a very long time. It was unusable and eyesore.
Verdict: The management needs to be honest and update their photos to reflect the current state of the hotel. I feel completely misled and would not recommend staying here until a full renovation and deep cleaning take place.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2026

Jennifer

The lady at the front desk was very friendly and welcoming! I was a little upset that the pool was closed though! Nice area, close to a lot of things and the airport.

Self

2/10

Poor

21 Feb 2026

Troy

This is a terrible hotel, rooms and hotel are run down. Pool is under renovation. Confusing pulling in because they have a different name at entrances. Did not stay and they refused to refund. I do not recommend this hotel. Pictures do not represent the conditions of this hotel.

Partner

2/10

Poor

19 Feb 2026

Frank

To be fair, it is onvient to fast food and Trader Joes. However, the place looks nothing like the pictures. Half the rooms are blocked off with chain link fence for what looks like construction but there were no workers or equipment present. The pool was half way thru what appears the be a relining but no workers or equipment anywhere to be seen here either. The room we received was straight out of the 70's complete with all the wear and tear on every piece of furniture to prove it. Leaking shower with chipped/cracked tiles and he toilet seat had most of the finish sanded off on all edges to confirm the advanced age of this facility.

If you're a horror movie fan, this hotel is straight out of central casting .

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Feb 2026

Alyssa

Decent for price but has ants I didn’t even have food in the room

Self

4/10

Poor

18 Feb 2026

Andrew

The state of the room was grossly misrepresented in the photos.. definitely felt more like a motel. Seemed dingy and run down. Room smelled like mildew.. the bed was hard and the sheets were very thin. The advertised amenities were lacking.

The plus side was the convenience of location and Pach’s Place restaurant, but there are dozens of hotels in the area and, given the opportunity, I would not choose to book here again.

Self

2/10

Poor

17 Feb 2026

Sylvia

I have stayed in many places, some good, some not so good but this was the worst. The wallpaper by the air/heat conditioner was peeling off where it had leaked; even if it had worked (which it didn't) I would have been afraid to use it so we had no heat the first night and there were no blankets. When I went to the desk I was told they didn't have blankets, and was given a comforter and a space heater that didn't help.The shower curtain rod was bent, there were knobs missing from the drawers, the floors were sticky and dirty, the sink had rust stains, the tile in the bathroom was broken and terribly repaired, and the last night I had to call my hsband to come early as the people in the next room were yellig so loud as they were drinking and fighting it was frightening. We live in south Tampa and were having our house tented and thought that the Tahitian Inn was still a nice place. It was quite a surprise to learn otherwise. I can't believe we actually paid money to stay there. I realize they are undergoing renovations but this room should never have been used for guests.

Family

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2026

Suzanne

Worst internet, rooms average, very small towels and only 2 per room, super tiny soap, thought it was pricey for what we got

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Feb 2026

Donna

Very outdated room. It was clean and the bed was comfortable. They have a great cafe.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2026

Pamela

The check-in staff was great. And told all about what's to do and eat in the areas

Business

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2026

Pamela

Room was clean, staff was courteous

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

13 Feb 2026

Jessica

Post a Post an actual review I just erased it what you just did see the baby were what we originally booked. The pool was supposedly “under construction” since June but it was just a cesspool. We asked for a refund so that we could stay elsewhere but were denied. Will never stay again. Stay away!

6/10

Pleasant

12 Feb 2026

Brandon

The shower fixture is upside-down. The cold indicator is on the hot side. Other than that the room was good. I'd definitely stay here again.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

07 Feb 2026

Jill

Seemed kind of run down, and had a very musty smell.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

07 Feb 2026

Janet

Cold and OLD. Not even a phone.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

douglas

Nice clean room the hot water really was a little lacking though

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2026

Ste'Von

Amazing establishment all around

2/10

Poor

28 Jan 2026

Matt

Elevator was out of service. Diner was great. Bedrooms and hallways had a weird smell. Gives off motel vibes.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Jan 2026

Matthew

No desk in room but common around airports. Room was clean and staff was great

Business_and_leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2026

Stephanie

Under construction but can't wait to see turnout next year when i come

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2026

Rebekah

Clean rooms courteous staff and good location

Business

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jan 2026

jamie

Room was a bit out dated

4/10

Poor

25 Jan 2026

Joan

Front desk clerk was awesome. Place mostly in a renovation state. Been that way with no change from what we hear, for over a year. You expect a pool and place to si outside especially in Florida.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2026

Ramon

The hotel was nice, convenient and affordable!!! Staff was friendly and accommodating.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Jan 2026

john

No issues. Good price.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

22 Jan 2026

Gerald Calvin

Shower barely worked. Great maid. Rude Management. Won’t go back.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2026

Jean

Clean room. Comfortable bed.

Business

2/10

Poor

19 Jan 2026

Lorenza

I never stayed I ended up getting a refund immediately before getting settled in upon arrival I walked in my room got hit in the face with a bad smell in the room the sink & tub was discolored from lime buildup I refused to sleep in a environment like that when I expressed my concerns with the host he immediately got offended told me” return your keys then” was very rude

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2026

Darnell

Great stay

Business Self

2/10

Poor

19 Jan 2026

Jennifer

When we first arrived we were given a room that was not what we ordered. They moved us to the right kind of room but it was on the 3rd floor. The elevators were out of order and me and my disabled husband had to climb the stairs with luggage. I need knee replacement surgery and this was not an easy task. It was 2:30 and we asked about the restaurant and was told it closed at 2:30. Then asked what time the lounge opened and was told it was closed down as it was an outside bar next to the pool that was closed down. It was late that night and when we went to go to bedand moved the pillows, there was blood on the sheet under the pillows. When we told the clerk when we checked out and she was indifferent to it like that was normal. Also the jacuzzi tub did not work and flooded the bathroom. Not a good experience at all

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

18 Jan 2026

Christina

The room was not clean. The elevator was broken and we had to drag all of our suitcases up the steps. No view. This hotel looks nothing like the pictures. I am sure it was great 25 years ago.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2026

Laurie

The staff was very friendly. The elevator wasn't working the night we stayed but it was fine for one day. The whirlpool tub in the room kept the water warm for a long time but the jets didn't work. I didn't call down to see if there was a trick to work it so maybe there was

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2026

Philip

Room was pristine, staff very accommodating !

Business Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jan 2026

Coty

Pool is not functional or working. No breakfast included. Low Water pressure.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

16 Jan 2026

Mary

The place is under construction. There is chain link fencing around the back and side. The pool is disgusting, not usable, the palapa palm umbrellas are deteriorated and not at all attractive. Heavy use of bleach or cleaning products made the room unusable, gave me an instant headache. There was no window in the room. Looked like a murder room next door with dripping bleach solution out the door. Lots of deferred maintenance. WE DIDN'T STAY!! Made an alternate reservation. So sorry, the guy at the desk was nice. There IS a Chick-Fil-A next door. We have no knowledge of the suites in the main building.

4/10

Poor

16 Jan 2026

Elaine

The hotel is in disrepair. The pool is closed and has been for months, fine, they sent an email prior to the stay notifying me. They neglected to say that the ELEVATOR is OUT OF ORDER! We had to go up multiple flights in a dingy stairwell to our room. The room itself is old and outdated. Blinds that were torn. They did have a smart tv. Expedia should not be even offering this place.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Lugenia

The staff was so friendly and the building is so beautiful. I love the neighborhood and restaurants nearby as well. I made a great choice. The pool is closed until May and the elevator doesn’t work right now. But because of the staff I love the hotel anyway.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2026

Sharon

Friendly & helpful front desk help.
Clean room

4/10

Poor

15 Jan 2026

eric

As son as you walk in, you smell mold. Elvator out of order, pool is full of green slime, etc.. My 3rd floor room (using stairs), was clean and adequate. The facility needs an entire renovation. It has great potential, but needs a lot of work.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2026

Eugene

Clean room

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jan 2026

carrie

The rooms smell like Lysol unfortunately. I used to love coming here. It has really taken a beating.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jan 2026

Keith

Room was ok

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jan 2026

Scott

The shower didn’t work.

4/10

Poor

06 Jan 2026

Jennifer

The staff was very friendly.However we requested no air freshener and the smell of it was terrible. The room was large but very outdated and the bed was very uncomfortable. The room next door was in and out all night and even tried or die knives at one point.. we and to leaving at daylight

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

Joseph

Very nice room and clean.

2/10

Poor

04 Jan 2026

Tina

After making my reservation at the Tahitian Inn, I unfortunately came across a recent review mentioning how dirty and outdated the rooms were. Concerned, I reached out in advance and was reassured that management takes pride in the cleanliness of their rooms. I was also reminded that the property is under construction and that the pool was closed, which I understood.
Sadly, the reassurance did not match the reality. The room — especially the bathroom — was not clean. The sinks, floors, and tub appeared dirty and honestly felt like a hazard. This went beyond being outdated; it was a cleanliness issue that should never be overlooked.
Based on my experience, I do not recommend staying here.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

christopher

Location

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2026

Andrew

Room was clean smelled fresh and the property was safe! Will be stayin here again.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

01 Jan 2026

James

We’ve stayed here before and had a great experience inside the main building. This time, though, we were in the back. The musty smell in the room was so bad we almost had to leave. It was honestly awful. Very disappointing.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Andre

Quick check in very clean and quiet atmosphere room was very clean and smelled great

Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Kim

I love this property. The room is clean, staff is friendly and helpful. Great location. We stayed here 2 nights. They clean the room and changed tower and bed sheet. High recommended. Definitely come back.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Gary

All was very good. Clean. Friendly staff.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2025

Dylan

Christmas Getaway
The room was Lovely as everything
Loved the little desk and chair

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2025

Carol

Staff was great. Room as clean as allowed with aging infrastructure. Shower water didn’t turn off so needs to be fixed before water bill skyrockets!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Dylan

As Always a perfect place to stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2025

Christopher

Very clean room and friendly staff. Great location for my needs.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

21 Dec 2025

Charlene

The room we stayed in had mold on the ceiling. Would not recommend this place

Leisure Pet

2/10

Poor

20 Dec 2025

Bushra

The hotel was dirty and not maintained at all

Leisure Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

20 Dec 2025

Karen

Room not clean, blood on a towel. Box spring was filthy. Bathroom was unlocked. TV was not working properly.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2025

Jessie

Didn't have breakfast left to early.But everything else was wonderful

6/10

Pleasant

18 Dec 2025

Frank

The hotel is either in the mist of a rehab or its becoming very run down. The elevator hasn't worked for weeks, the pool is in shambles and will be out for a year. The room furniture was shabby. On the plus side the room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the AC worked well and there was plenty of hot water.

Business

2/10

Poor

18 Dec 2025

Martin

The beds were hard as a rock. There was all kinds of noise before 7:00 am. Garbage trucks, lawn crew with a blower. No one at the front desk at checkout. Just a basket to leave your key. I will never stay here again.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

17 Dec 2025

Miguel

Yes

Business

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2025

Bernd

I know elevator is down. But musty smell in halls and stairs other then that great hotel

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Dec 2025

Lilibeth

It’s very outdated but it’s also very clean

Friends_and_family Friends

2/10

Poor

15 Dec 2025

Jenifer

Tried to check in at 3 and no room was available. Then offered me a second story room. That would be fine if they had a working elevator as advertised, but they don’t. Need to update listing saying that. I cannot walk up stairs. You can hear everything from rooms next door. It was dirty, outdated and looked and felt like a roadside hotel. Shower was awful. Would not stay or recommend

Partner

2/10

Poor

15 Dec 2025

Madison

We left in themed of the night ……

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

14 Dec 2025

Jessica

The staff was fine. I was not comfortable in my room. The walls had holes in it. The room was outdated and the bathroom was not up to par. The air conditioning and fridge didn’t cool off. The pool was closed. The photos online were not updated to the properties current condition. The pool and tiki area looks really bad. I wouldn’t have booked if I knew the true state of the room and property.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Dec 2025

Jennifer

Staff was great and very polite. Rooms are a bit dated and the bathrooms could use some updates. Very popular local restaurant connected to the hotel, but we did not eat there. Overall, this was a good, economical stay with easy access (12 min car) to the downtown area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Sheyla

Spacious, quiet and clean place!

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Angel

Beautiful rooms

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

13 Dec 2025

Christina

I would likebto talk to someone about my stay. First the elevator was out my entire stay. Only one plug by the bed worked. Tou couldnt see the tv from the bed because the foot board blocked it. My tub did not work. The balcony lights did not work. Two of the 4 bathroom llights where out

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

12 Dec 2025

Kevin

Property was a cute boutique hotel but lacked attention to maintenance. The elevator was out f service, our in room refrigerator didn’t work properly and the pool was closed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Dec 2025

Wendy

The motel was very nice & comfortable & the staff was very accommodating & friendly. The only issue was that we were put on the 3rd floor, due to no available rooms on the 1st floor, & since the elevator was not working, we had to walk up 3 flights of stairs with our luggage. I have leg issues, & being in my 70s, this was very inconvenient. I would hope this issue will be resolved soon

Partner

2/10

Poor

11 Dec 2025

Kelly

Staff was very rude. I checked in with only the clothes on my back because and a few things some friends had brought me after my house burned down and my two dogs died. I explained that when I checked in with only the money Red Cross had given me to catch my breath until insurance could get to me after the

8/10

Excellent

10 Dec 2025

Kevin

The rooms were a little outdated but very spacious and clean. Great deal for the price!

Business Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Melissa

I loved my room with a little balcony! The room was clean, staff was very nice, and the location was great! The surrounding neighborhood was very nice to walk my dog, who was also welcomed. Thank you!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

John

My room was spacious and very quiet.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

08 Dec 2025

Melanie

We weren't able to get in for breakfast. The pool was emptied. The elevator didn't work and they charged me 50.00 $ to park my car