
Tampa Marriott Water Street
Best for downtown access, convention and event attendees, and families who want multiple on-site restaurants and a rooftop pool.
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Tampa Marriott Water Street is a large, family-friendly downtown Tampa hotel on the Riverwalk with convention space and multiple restaurants; this guide is for travelers who want city access, dining choices, and event facilities. Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel is an upscale beach-area hotel on Treasure Island with suite-style rooms and strong guest ratings; read this if you want a Gulf-side, beach-focused stay.
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Best for downtown access, convention and event attendees, and families who want multiple on-site restaurants and a rooftop pool.

Best for travelers who want direct beach access, multi-bedroom ocean-view suites, and a compact, resort-style beach stay.
When Tampa Marriott Water Street wins: choose Tampa Marriott Water Street if you need downtown convenience—walking access to the Riverwalk, convention center, Amalie Arena, and a broad set of on-site dining and event spaces.
When Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel wins: choose Ocean Club if you prefer to be on the Gulf side — it’s an upscale beach-area hotel with many two-bedroom ocean-view suites, a pool and hot tub, and quick access to Treasure Island beaches and John's Pass.
Bottom line: pick Tampa Marriott Water Street for city-based trips, meetings, or variety in dining and nightlife. Pick Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel for a quieter, beach-centered stay with larger suite-style rooms and immediate beach proximity.
| Category | Tampa Marriott Water Street | Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large downtown waterfront hotel oriented to families, events, and dining variety. | Upscale, compact beach-area hotel with a resort-style, suite-forward layout. |
| Location | 505 Water Street, downtown Tampa on the Tampa Riverwalk near the convention center and Amalie Arena. | 11500 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island — beachfront, steps from St. Petersburg–Clearwater Beaches and close to John's Pass Village. |
| Size (rooms) | About 727 guest rooms and suites (hotel and event-focused scale). | 63 rooms (air-conditioned rooms; many listed as multi-bedroom ocean-view suites). |
| Ages | All ages welcome; family-friendly with kid programming and family amenities. | All ages welcome (not adults-only). |
| Pools | One heated rooftop outdoor pool (3rd floor) with hot tub, towels and optional cabanas for a surcharge. | One outdoor pool and a hot tub; poolside bar and pool cabanas available (surcharge noted for cabanas). |
| Restaurants & bars | Several on-site outlets including Anchor and Brine (seafood), Lona (Mexican), Riverwalk Terrace (breakfast/brunch), Pool Bar & Grill, PERK cafe, Bright Ice, A La Carte. | No multi-venue full-service restaurants published; rooms include kitchens and the property features a poolside bar (wrap up the day with a drink at the poolside bar). |
| Spa / wellness | Spa services are available at Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott (reachable via skybridge) with multiple treatment rooms and signature facials. | Not published |
| Known for | Riverwalk location, large meeting/event space, varied dining choices and city attractions access. | Upscale beach-area location, many ocean-view multi-bedroom suites, and immediate beach access. |
| Parking & pets | Valet parking available (fee); pets welcome with a non-refundable pet fee ($150 per stay listed). | Free self parking listed; pets allowed with a pet fee (USD 85 per accommodation, per night noted). |
| Wi‑Fi & connectivity | Wi‑Fi complimentary for Marriott Bonvoy members; others may be charged. | Complimentary WiFi for guests is listed. |
Tampa Marriott Water Street sits on the Tampa Riverwalk in downtown Tampa, a short walk from the convention center and arena.
Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street for easy access to Tampa’s downtown sights and meeting venues.
Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel is on Gulf Boulevard in Treasure Island, directly beside St. Petersburg–Clearwater Beaches.
Choose Ocean Club for immediate beach access and proximity to the Gulf-front attractions of Treasure Island and Madeira Beach.
Tampa Marriott Water Street offers a wide selection of rooms and suites, some with balconies and water views.
Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street for variety in room types and rooms built around business and family stays.
Ocean Club’s published inventory emphasizes two-bedroom suites and ocean-view units with kitchens and balconies.
Choose Ocean Club if you want multi-bedroom, kitchen-equipped rooms and private balconies facing the Gulf.
Tampa Marriott Water Street provides a range of on-site restaurants covering breakfast through dinner and poolside service.
Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street if you want more on-site dining variety and late-night options.
Ocean Club’s published listing highlights in-room kitchens and a poolside bar rather than multiple full-service restaurants.
Choose Ocean Club if you prioritize kitchen-equipped suites and simple poolside dining rather than many on-site restaurants.
Tampa Marriott Water Street has a heated rooftop outdoor pool and hot tub with bay views and cabanas available for a surcharge.
Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street for a city rooftop pool with bay views and poolside dining.
Ocean Club offers a beachfront-adjacent experience with a pool, hot tub and walkways to the water.
Choose Ocean Club to prioritize beach time and poolside relaxation with quick access to the Gulf.
Tampa Marriott Water Street guests can use fitness facilities and access Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott via skybridge.
Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street for spa treatments plus active evenings and downtown nightlife options.
Ocean Club focuses on beachside relaxation with fitness facilities and quieter evenings around the pool and beach.
Choose Ocean Club for lower-key, beach-focused evenings with nearby local dining and bars within a short drive.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — extensive meeting and ballroom space adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — multiple full-service restaurants and casual outlets on the property.

Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel — beachfront location and easy access to Treasure Island beaches and John's Pass.

Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel — many two-bedroom ocean-view suites with full kitchens and private balconies.
Tampa Marriott Water Street is geared toward families with kid-friendly programming, varied dining, and easy access to downtown attractions. Ocean Club has larger suite-style rooms and kitchens that families may like for longer beach stays.
Tampa Marriott Water Street — it sits adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center and offers large ballrooms and extensive meeting space.
Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel — it’s beachfront and a very short walk to Treasure Island’s public beaches; rooms are often multi-bedroom and kitchen-equipped.
Ocean Club’s rooms are listed with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Tampa Marriott Water Street rooms do not list full kitchens; some rooms have mini-fridges and in-room dining is available.
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