Convention 2002

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Thanks to Bobby and Holly Wright for a fantastic convention!!

Convention March 13-17, 2002 


700 South Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
USA
Phone: 1-813-221-4900
Fax: 1-813-221-0923

 

Centrally located in Tampa's downtown business district, the Marriott Waterside is Tampa's newest, largest and most spectacular hotel. Connected to the Tampa Convention Center, this convention hotel is anchoring the redevelopment of Tampa's burgeoning Channel District. Dramatic views, a pampering full service spa, invigorating pool, and fitness center await you. Within walking distance of the Ice Palace Sports Arena, Port of Tampa, The Florida Aquarium and Performing Arts Center. 2 miles from Ybor City, Tampa's historic Latin district with exciting nightlife, trendy cafe's and eclectic shopping. Walk, run, bike or blade on historic Bayshore Blvd, the nations longest continuous sidewalk - It's all here. ** Please note: An early departure fee of $100 plus tax will be charged if guest departs early. Charge will waived if guest notifies front desk of departure date change by 12:00 midnight the day after check-in.

 Hotel Information
  • 27 Floors
  • The Room that Works: 681 guest rooms specifically designed for the business traveler.
  • 31 meeting rooms; 50000 sq. ft. total meeting space
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Express Check-in, Express Check-out
  • Pet policy: service animals for people with disabilities only

 Facilities & Services

  • On-site Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Coffee Shop
  • Cocktail Lounge
  • Laundry valet
  • Self service laundry facilities
  • Child care services available
  • Hair salon/barber
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Full business center
  • Secretarial services available
  • Safe deposit box at front desk

 Guest Room Amenities

  • Work desk with lamp
  • 2-line phone
  • Speaker phone
  • Voice mail
  • Data ports on phone
  • High-speed internet access provided by STSN
  • TV with remote control
  • Cable/satellite TV
  • All-news channel
  • In-room movies
  • Newspaper delivered (Mon-Fri)
  • Complimentary in-room coffee
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room safe
  • Cribs available

 Restaurants & Lounges

  • Cafe Waterside (American) open for breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Champions Sports Bar (American) open for lunch, dinner
  • Coffee Bar
  • IL Terrazzo (Italian) open for dinner
  • Lobby Bar open for lunch, dinner
  • Pool Bar & Grille (Sandwiches) open for lunch

 Area Companies
  • Hydo Agri (0.3 mi)
  • IBM (0.5 mi)
  • Price Waterhouse Coopers (2 mi)
  • Raymond James Financial (9 mi)
  • Romac (0.5 mi)
  • Verizon (0.3 mi)
  • Z Tel (0.3 mi)
  • Ztel (0.2 mi)

 Attractions & Landmarks

  • Amtrak (1 mi)
  • Beaches/Clearwater & St. Pete (25 mi)
  • Busch Gardens/Adventure Island (9 mi)
  • Convention Center
  • Cruise Ship Terminal/Port of Tampa (0.5 mi)
  • Disney World, Epcot, MGM and Universal Studios, Sea World (75 mi)
  • Florida Aquarium (0.2 mi)
  • Ice Palace
  • Performing Arts Center (0.5 mi)
  • Raymond James Stadium (5 mi)
  • Shops at Channelside (0.2 mi)
  • Ybor City (2 mi)

 Sports & Recreation

  • Outdoor pool
  • Full spa (onsite)
  • Health club
  • Whirlpool
  • Sauna
  • Jogging (0.2 mi)
  • Tennis (0.5 mi)
  • Squash (0.5 mi)
  • Beach (25 mi)
  • Snorkeling (20 mi)
  • Sailing (2 mi)
  • Jet skiing (6 mi)
  • Golfing:
    The Eagles (18 holes; 6800 yards; 72 par; 15 miles away)
    The Vinoy Golf Club (18 holes; 6600 yards; 71 par; 20 miles away)
    Tournament Players Club of Tampa Bay (18 holes; 6900 yards; 71 par; 15 miles away)

 

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