Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa

Last inspected:

3826 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Overview

La Quinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa has averaged 2.9 violations per inspection across 18 inspections since 2021, performing well below the statewide average of 5.2 per inspection and with no emergency closures on record. However, the facility has shown a marked deterioration since mid-2023, with handwashing violations appearing in 5 of the last 6 inspections and employee health reporting violations cited in 4 inspections, including a Warning Issued on November 6, 2025 for 18 violations spanning high-priority categories including employee health, consumer advisory, and handwashing facilities. A subsequent inspection on January 6, 2026 found 3 additional handwashing violations but resulted in Call Back - Complied, indicating correction of the prior findings.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
52Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 2.9 violations / inspection 2.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa last inspected?
Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa are: Clean multi-use utensils, Handwashing facilities, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa had?
Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa find?
Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Laquinta Inn & Suites Tampa Central in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.

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