Expo Hotel 2027

Hotel

The ICMA 2027 EXPO will be held at the Hilton Tampa Downtown

Located in the heart of downtown Tampa, the conference hotel is just a short 15–20 minute drive from Tampa International Airport, making arrival and departure convenient for attendees.

Event location:

Hilton Tampa Downtown
211 North Tampa Street
Tampa, FL 33602

Hilton Tampa Downtown

The hotel features a rooftop pool with panoramic views of downtown Tampa, along with a sundeck and relaxing hot tub. Additional amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, on-site restaurant and bar, and a convenient coffee shop to help you start your day or recharge between events.

Tampa’s Riverwalk

During your stay, take advantage of Tampa’s vibrant Riverwalk, located only two blocks from the hotel. Stretching along the scenic Hillsborough River, the Riverwalk offers waterfront dining, public art, parks, entertainment venues, and beautiful walking paths—perfect for an evening stroll, morning run, or exploring the city between conference sessions.

Travel

Travel to Tampa

Tampa International Airport https://www.tampaairport.com/

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Located about 9 miles from the hotel.
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Currently the Hilton Tampa Downtown does not provide an airport shuttle from the Tampa International Airport.

Or travel from Orlando to Tampa the most efficient and common option is driving which takes roughly 1.5 hours to complete the 84-mile trip.

Hotel Reservations

ICMA EXPO Group Rates at the Hilton Tampa Downtown

Single / Double Rate $249.00 ++
The deadline to receive the group rate is April 24, 2027

We look forward to welcoming you!

Hotel’s check-in time is 4:00 PM, and check-out time is 11:00 AM

For those attendees that book a room in the official Room Block over the event dates, quoted group room rates will be offered to Group’s attendees, based on contracted room type and rate availability, 3 days before and 3 days after the above official Event dates.

Daily Destination Fee

Please note that the group room rate does not include the hotel's optional Destination Fee. Guests who choose to participate may add the Destination Fee at check-in. The fee is currently $35 per room, per night, plus applicable taxes, and includes access to a variety of hotel amenities, services, and guest benefits. Available offerings are subject to change by the hotel without notice.

Premium guest wireless internet
Daily $15.00 food and beverage credit for use in hotel outlets (excludes Starbucks and Market)
Four-hour electric bike rental for two
Daily $22.00 dry cleaning credit
Two (2) bottled waters daily

Parking at the hotel

Self-parking is not available.

The Hilton does not own any parking lots in Tampa. Parking is handled by PMC.
Overnight valet parking is currently $55.00 with “in and out” privileges.

Daily valet parking is currently $34.00 - $37.00
Valet parking lot is based upon availability. Rates are subject to change without notice.

Airport Shuttle

Currently the hotel does not provide an airport shuttle from the Tampa International Airport.

Why Your Hotel Choice Matters

We encourage all attendees to book within the official conference hotel block to help keep our community connected and fully engaged throughout the event. Staying at the host hotel makes it easy to meet up with colleagues, participate in spontaneous conversations, and enjoy the full conference experience. It also plays an important role in helping the association meet its hotel commitments - avoiding costly penalties and allowing us to keep registration fees and program costs manageable to everyone. Thank you for supporting the conference and the community by choosing the host hotel.

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May 16–19, 2027

Hilton Tampa Downtown | Tampa, Florida

Important Hotel Reservation Alert – Beware of Unauthorized Solicitations

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