Tampa East
4630 McIntosh Rd, Dover, FL 33527, Dover, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Tampa East is a 2-star property in Dover, Florida, positioned as a resort-style campground with RV sites and cottages. It has a public rating of 4.1/5 based on 328 reviews, reflecting generally positive guest sentiment with some notable caveats mentioned by reviewers.
Amenities & Recreation
The property is described as a resort with three outdoor pools, game rooms, a playground, and shuffleboard—features that skew toward longer, leisure-oriented stays. While the full amenity list is not otherwise documented, guest feedback references the grounds being well maintained and mentions shared facilities such as bathrooms.
Units
Accommodations are described at a high level as RV sites and cottages. Specific in-unit features, bedding, kitchen facilities, and utilities are not documented in the provided information.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Tampa East is located at 4630 McIntosh Rd, Dover, FL 33527, within driving distance of major Tampa-area attractions. Nearby points of interest include Dinosaur World (~5.3 km), Keel Farms (~6.4 km), and Parkesdale Farm Market (~8.2 km), as well as Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (~17.2 km) and Adventure Island (~16.7 km). It’s also relatively close to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa (~12.8 km) and outdoor areas like Hillsborough River State Park (~13.8 km) and Lettuce Lake Park (~14.1 km).
Best for
This property is best for leisure travelers who want a campground/resort setup with RV sites or cottage-style lodging and on-site recreation like multiple outdoor pools, game rooms, a playground, and shuffleboard. It also suits families and pet owners based on review themes citing a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere and a well-kept layout, plus quick access to attractions like Dinosaur World and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
Travel tips
Plan to have a car: the main nearby attractions are several kilometers away, including Dinosaur World (~5.3 km) and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (~17.2 km). If you’re aiming for theme-park days, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island are both within roughly 17 km, while Keel Farms and Parkesdale Farm Market are closer options for shorter outings. Because reviews mention differing experiences around quiet and shared-area conditions, consider confirming current site location options (e.g., proximity to pools) at booking/check-in.
What guests say
Guests frequently describe the property as well maintained, with a nice layout and a generally friendly atmosphere. Reviews also highlight family- and pet-friendly qualities and note that the campground is large. On the downside, some feedback points to inconsistent experiences with shared-area cleanliness, limited access to on-site staff, and disturbances tied to noise and disruptive behavior around pool areas. A small number of reviews raise concerns about unpleasant odors and rule enforcement on the grounds.
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