has anyone stayed at the Marriott at the airport (in the airport) in Tampa? thanks

Many years ago. As much as I know, it's still fine if you have to stay at the airport but it's not a force to be reckoned with. If you want a fabulous hotel, it's not -- it's an airport hotel. There are many other hotels close by that are much nicer, that have transportation to/from the airport. What's the rub?

We just stayed at this property last nite since we had a very early flight this morning. Access to the hotel is very easy - right off of the third floor of the main airport entrance.
We found the room to be quiet and very comfortable. The hotel has a small but nice outdoor pool on the entrance level . We enjoyed a nice dinner on the revolving rooftop restaurant. Great views of the city! Most convenient when we had to show up before the crack of dawn this morning. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed several times on business over the years. Fine for what it is, a convienient airport hotel. If you're staying more than 1 night, you might consider somewhere else.

Ditto what EmilyC said. Had an overnight there before an early flight. Enjoyed the restaurant more for the view than the food, but then we're spoiled living in the Bay Area. Overall it was a very good experience for these weary travelers trying to get home.