Age and kids policy: what families need to know
Tampa Marriott Water Street is an all-ages, family-friendly hotel: children of any age are welcome and up to two children aged 20 or younger can stay free in a parent's room using existing bedding. The primary guest must be at least 18 to check in, and meals are not included with room rates (this is not an all‑inclusive property).
In this guide
- Check-in rules and minimum age
- Who can stay free — kids, bedding and room occupancy
- Pool, cabanas and child-friendly pool features
- Dining with kids — meals, hours and what’s included
- Balconies, outdoor spaces and safety notes for families
- Family-friendly services, pets and spa access
- Nearby family attractions and transport
Check-in rules and minimum age
Check-in at Tampa Marriott Water Street begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out may be available for a fee and subject to availability.
The minimum age to check in is 18, and the person checking in must present a photo ID and a credit card at arrival.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM (arrivals accepted until midnight)
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18 (photo ID and credit card required)
Who can stay free — kids, bedding and room occupancy
The hotel welcomes families: up to two children aged 20 or younger can stay free in a parent's room when using existing bedding. This applies to the standard occupancy rules for each room.
If you need extra bedding or a rollaway, contact the hotel in advance — specific policies and fees for additional beds are set by the property and may vary.
- Up to 2 children age 20 or younger stay free with existing bedding
- Existing bedding must be used for the free-child policy to apply
- Extra beds/rollaways: contact the hotel for availability and fees
| Room type | Typical bed setup |
|---|---|
| Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Deluxe Room, Balcony | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
Pool, cabanas and child-friendly pool features
Tampa Marriott Water Street has a heated outdoor rooftop pool on the third floor with a hot tub and sun loungers; pool access is generally listed from early morning until about 10:00 PM. Pool towels are provided for guests.
Cabanas or palapas are available for an additional fee. The Pool Bar & Grill serves snacks and light bites beside the rooftop pool, but note that poolside dining and food are not included with room rates.
- Rooftop outdoor pool (3rd floor) — heated, with hot tub
- Typical pool hours: roughly 6:00 AM–10:00 PM (one source shows 6:30 AM–10:00 PM)
- Cabanas/palapas available for an extra fee
- Pool Bar & Grill serves snacks and sandwiches (paid)
Dining with kids — meals, hours and what’s included
This property is not all‑inclusive. Meals and drinks are charged separately; several on-site dining outlets serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, and desserts. Breakfast is available at Riverwalk Terrace (fee), PERK, and A La Carte.
Restaurants list family-friendly options such as Bright Ice (ice cream) and Pool Bar & Grill for casual poolside bites. If you need kids’ meals or high chairs, request them directly when you arrive or call the concierge.
- Riverwalk Terrace: breakfast & brunch (hours Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–11:00 AM; Sat–Sun 6:30 AM–1:00 PM)
- PERK: coffee and grab-and-go (hours vary)
- Anchor and Brine: lunch & dinner (hours vary; see concierge)
- Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval: dinner (typically 4:00 PM–11:00 PM)
- Bright Ice: ice cream shop with set hours (Mon–Thu & Sun 4:30 PM–9:30 PM; Fri–Sat 1:00 PM–10:00 PM)
Balconies, outdoor spaces and safety notes for families
Some rooms have balconies, patios or terraces. The hotel notes that these outdoor areas may not suit every child, so parents should take precautions and contact the property if they have concerns about supervising children in rooms with outdoor access.
If you require a room without outdoor access or need an accessible room, request that at booking. Accessible rooms and features are available at the property.
- Some room types include balconies or outdoor space (verify at booking)
- Guests with safety concerns about balconies should notify the hotel in advance
- Accessible guest-room features and accessible routes are offered
Family-friendly services, pets and spa access
The hotel welcomes pets (dogs, cats, birds and fish) with a non-refundable pet fee and limits: a maximum of two pets per room and a weight limit of 50 lbs. Service animals are allowed at no fee.
The property itself does not operate a full spa; Spa by JW® is located at the adjacent JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and is reachable via a skybridge. Fitness facilities are complimentary at the Tampa Marriott Water Street, and guests may also use a second fitness center at the JW Marriott via the skybridge.
- Pet fee: non-refundable (listed at $150 per stay on the property site; third-party listings may show different amounts)
- Max two pets per room; 50 lb weight limit (service animals exempt)
- Spa by JW® (adjacent JW Marriott) is accessed via skybridge; spa services and pool passes have separate rules/fees
- Complimentary on-site fitness center; 24-hour access to an additional fitness center at the JW Marriott
Nearby family attractions and transport
Tampa Marriott Water Street sits on the Tampa Riverwalk within a short walk of the Tampa Convention Center, Amalie Arena, Sparkman Wharf, the Florida Aquarium, the Tampa Bay History Center and the Glazer Children’s Museum. Many family activities are walkable from the hotel.
Public transport options include the free TECO Line heritage streetcar (near Dick Greco Plaza) and river water taxis. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the nearest major airport; driving distance is about 8 miles.
- Tampa Riverwalk: direct access from the hotel for walking and sightseeing
- Florida Aquarium: about a 10–12 minute walk
- TECO Line Streetcar: nearby stop to reach Ybor City and other areas
- Water taxi services depart close to the hotel for short waterway tours
