The Tampa EDITION

We had trouble finding a hotel due to spring break and got lucky when we noticed a room open up at the Edition. I had heard great things from others but expectations were in check due to the hotel being at capacity and a disastrous stay at another hotel leading up to our stay. We could not have been happier with how things turned out. You cannot walk a second without someone from the hotel offering a warm greeting. From the second we arrived, we received exceptional service from the valet and at check in. The room was immaculate and spacious with great views. The pool area was well-maintained despite how busy the hotel was. Every meal we had was also terrific. Just wish we could have stayed longer.

HORRIBLE DON’T GO. If you are 20 something and want to party this is your place. Unfortunately we are not and could not even spend one night in this horrible place. The rooms are tiny and the mob of 20 something’s were packed in the lobby waiting for the party to start on the 9 th floor pool area. The party noise and music was unbearable Took my 80 year old Mother and when we came back from dinner to this mess we checked out immediately. The nice young lady at the desk said she would not charge us but the higher ups did not agree so we had to pay for 2 rooms that were never used. If your goal is to have a lobby full of loud drunk obnoxious kids congrats you succeeded.

This hotel is incredible. Every element and detail felt high end from the smell of the hotel, the quality of pool lounge chairs, the hardwood floors, the decor, and so much more. Service was wonderful, particularly the pool waitresses- so attentive and friendly. Then there are the plants- everywhere! It’s like staying somewhere exotic and tropical and amazing. We’ll definitely be staying at this hotel again in the future!

We enjoyed our stay at the Edition for 2 nights. We had a lovely, cozy room. Staff were nice. However the hotel is not well managed. 1. Called for a wake up call. No one responded on the phone twice. So went downstairs and asked personally. 2. However no one called us as requested to wake us up. 3. At breakfast we were told we needed to wait 10 minutes by the receptionist and that we could go to the take out cafe a few yards away, if we did not want to wait, When we were informed we could not get toast, we returned to the receptionist. Fortunately the Manager was there and offered us a table immediately. There were many tables available. 4. Toast was served with no plates. When we asked we were only offered one plate. Had to request a second plate. 5. No teaspoons on both days for our coffee to put sugar. When we asked we were offered large table spoons, 6. Went to roof top pool at 10;15 AM. They were cleaning and was told by attendant that he thought the pool was "closed." I responded that the pool was open between sunrise and sunset. So he let us use the pool. 7. I asked for towels. Was told he would come and set up the chairs. I explained I only needed towels as we wanted to swim and return to our room. He responded he wanted to offer us a luxurious experience. I then responded we did not need a luxurious experience. 8. At check out the bill did not include a soda we had drank two days before. In most hotels they check the bar every morning. Clearly they don't bother. When I explained it was a small grapefruit soda. the check out Agent was unable to find it. Said he would charge me later and E mail me with the charge. These problems were "minor" but it gives the impression the staff are not well trained. We still enjoyed our stay and have no regrets. Our room had a view of an office building. If one wants a view it costs about $100 to $200 more a night.

Being from Tampa, we did a Staycation at the Edition. We had been to several places at Water street but hadn't stayed at the Edition. Got upgraded to a suite via American Express Platinum. It was gigantic and beautiful. Bathroom included a tub. Brunch at The Market was delicious, along with the fried chicken at Azure, which was a huge meal. We had drinks at all the bars onsite, it's priced as you'd expect for a hotel in this price range but we enjoyed the drinks and atmosphere. The pool it beautiful, the offer lunch which I believe is from Azure. Either way, the wraps are good, their humus is the BEST.