Hotel Haya
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Hotel Haya is a boutique hotel minutes from Downtown Tampa in a soulful, historic world all its own. Old Ybor City charm meets modern flair at Haya Hotel. The soul of one of the oldest restaurants gracing 7th Street meets the energy of a neighborhood renaissance, all for your comfort and enjoyment.
Revitalized casitas and brick façade storefronts along 7th Avenue are shining examples of Ybor City’s rebirth. It all comes together at Hotel Haya. Through careful renovation and reimagining, the iconic past of Ybor and thoughtful new construction join together in a boutique hotel blending reverence for history and optimism for the future.
Our name honors the roots of Ybor City, carrying the spirit of the founding fathers and cigar artisans who established our neighborhood. We are proud to pay homage to Ignacio Haya whose cigar factory, Haya y Sanchez, was significant for rolling the first cigar in Tampa. Haya was instrumental in building Ybor City alongside another notable cigar manufacturer Vicente Ybor for whom our neighborhood was named. Haya’s factory was one of the first in the nation to make cigars from the light-colored Cuban tobacco called “Clear Havana.”
An eclectic blend of people, cuisines, and cultures. Named for Vicente Martínez e Ybor, these bustling blocks became home to Cuban cigar makers, German printmakers whose box labels became pieces of art, and inspired individuals from all over the globe. Today, Ybor City is an architectural gem, with wrought iron balconies and colorful tile work, standout restaurants and shopping, as well as friendly neighborhood chickens.
About Our Venue
Your wedding at Haya can be anything and everything you want in vibrant, modern spaces featuring high ceilings and natural light. Opulent or intimate, have your wedding or corporate event in spaces offering historical charm, contemporary style, and every amenity you or your guests could need.
Our Valencia Ballroom is a spectacular setting for your event, with soaring two-story ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, elegant whitewashed brick walls, a signature herringbone wood floor ready for dancing, and custom blown glass chandeliers.
- 4,000 SQ FT
- UP TO 300 GUESTS FOR A CEREMONY OR COCKTAIL RECEPTION
- 250 GUESTS FOR DINNER, 220 FOR DINNER AND DANCING
- HERRINGBONE WOOD FLOORS
- FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINDOWS
- CUSTOM BLOWN GLASS CHANDELIERS
Event Spaces at a Glance
- Valencia Ballroom: 300 ceremony | 300 cocktail | 250 dinner | 220 dinner and dancing
- Las Novedades: 200 ceremony | 200 cocktail | 150 dinner | 120 dinner and dancing
- Valencia Foyer: 120 ceremony | 200 cocktail | 70 dinner
- The Courtyard: 80 ceremony | 100 cocktail | 50 dinner
- Quiquiriqui: 40 ceremony | 120 cocktail | 40 dinner
- Mariposa: 60 ceremony | 75 cocktail | 50 dinner
- La Galería: 60 ceremony | 75 cocktail | 40 dinner
- Roosevelt: 40 ceremony | 70 cocktail | 50 dinner
Get Ready In Grandeur!
You and your bridal party will revel in your wedding preparations in our spacious Floridian Suite. With expansive space for makeup, dress prep, and pre-vow champagne toasts with your friends, it’ll also be a grand place to return to after your celebration. Take a moment before the ceremony or enjoy your first quiet moments as a married couple afterward on the romantic balcony.
Our Junior Balcony Suite pairs exposed brick from the original building with skyline views, and the One Bedroom Balcony King Suite offers a separate furnished living room and an expansive balcony overlooking 7th Avenue. Tip: suites are prepaid and non-refundable, and booking the night before your wedding is the only way to access your suite before 4 p.m. on the wedding day.
With their sleek design and tranquil spaces for relaxation, our standard rooms feature well-appointed bathrooms, plush bathrobes and slippers, a wireless charging pad, bedside charging ports, a locally curated private bar, and complimentary WiFi. Our king guestrooms include nods to the neighborhood’s rich history with design touches crafted by local artisans. Discounted wedding room blocks are available with a minimum of 10 rooms per night.
What Couples Love About Our Venue
Couples love that Hotel Haya feels authentically Tampa. Original brick, arched stained-glass windows, and Ybor City history give every space personality, while the modern design keeps it refined and colorful.
Because every main event space is indoors, couples planning during hurricane season or Florida’s summer storms never need a rain plan. Out-of-town guests can stay on-site with discounted room blocks and walk to the bars and restaurants along 7th Avenue.
And with Latin American, Mediterranean, and Gulf Coast cuisine, a complimentary tasting, and fun extras like late-night slider and street taco stations, the food is a highlight guests remember.
Pricing & Packages
Event Space Rental Fees
Peak season = January–May and October–December | Summer = June–September
- Valencia Ballroom & Foyer: Peak $3,500 Sun–Thu | $4,000 Fri | $5,000 Sat. Summer $2,500 Sun–Thu | $3,000 Fri | $3,500 Sat
- Las Novedades: Peak $2,000 Sun–Thu | $2,500 Fri | $3,000 Sat. Summer $1,500 Sun–Thu | $1,500 Fri | $2,000 Sat. Ceremony-only use is 50% off when your reception is in the Valencia Ballroom.
- La Galería, The Courtyard, and Roosevelt: Peak $750 Sun–Thu | $1,000 Fri–Sat. Summer $500 Sun–Thu | $750 Fri–Sat
- Valencia Foyer (on its own) and Quiquiriqui: Peak $500 Sun–Thu | $750 Fri–Sat. Summer $300 Sun–Thu | $500 Fri–Sat
- Mariposa: $600 peak | $300 summer
Mariposa and the Valencia Foyer (on its own) can be contracted 90 days before the wedding date.
Wedding Menus (2026–2027)
- Buffet packages: $145, $165, and $185 per person
- Plated packages: $155, $175, and $195 per person
- Every package includes a four-hour open Ybor Bar, a sparkling toast, and three butler-passed hors d’oeuvres
- Upgrade to the premium Haya Bar for $10 per person
- A 26% service charge and 7.5% tax are added; bartenders are required at 1 per 50 guests
Food and beverage minimums vary by event space, day of the week, and time of year. A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at signing. All weddings must hire a day-of coordinator or wedding planner.
Hotel Haya has a collection of smaller, character-filled spaces that are ideal for intimate weddings, with room rental starting at $300 in the summer months.
- Mariposa: a flexible room for up to 60 ceremony guests or a 50-guest dinner
- La Galería: a naturally lit gallery showcasing Ybor City artists, for up to 40 guests at dinner; pair it with The Courtyard for an indoor-outdoor celebration
- Roosevelt: rich textures and warm finishes for a 40-guest ceremony or 50-guest dinner
- Quiquiriqui: a sunbathed café by day with cascading botanicals, for up to 40 guests
- The Courtyard: an open-air oasis for up to 80 ceremony guests
Every package includes a dedicated event captain, a complimentary suite on the wedding night, and access to discounted guest room blocks.
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The Ceremony
Host an epic I Do!
The Valencia Ballroom has floor-to-ceiling windows and elegant whitewashed brick walls and can accommodate up to 300 guests for your ceremony.
Las Novedades lies within the original brick structure of what was once Ybor City’s first Spanish-style restaurant. Its arched stained-glass windows and historic architecture celebrate Old Ybor City, making it the perfect backdrop for an eclectic ceremony of up to 200 guests.
The Courtyard, at the heart of the hotel, is a private open-air oasis filled with lush plants and surrounded by the storied architecture of this landmark. It’s the perfect spot for an intimate outdoor ceremony of 80 guests or less.
For smaller ceremonies, the Valencia Foyer seats up to 120 guests, Mariposa and La Galería up to 60, and Roosevelt and Quiquiriqui up to 40.
The Cocktail Hour
The Valencia Foyer connects directly to the ballroom through a private entrance and holds up to 200 guests in a light, airy space with original architectural details. It’s included with the Valencia Ballroom.
The Courtyard and La Galería combine for an indoor-outdoor cocktail hour, pairing the open-air Courtyard (up to 100 guests) with a naturally lit gallery featuring the work of Ybor City’s artistic community.
Quiquiriqui, a sunbathed café by day and an ethereal event space by night, hosts cocktail receptions of up to 120 guests beneath cascading botanicals.
The Reception
The Valencia Ballroom spans 4,000 square feet beneath two-story ceilings, with whitewashed brick walls, herringbone wood floors, and custom blown glass chandeliers. It seats up to 250 guests for dinner or 220 with a dance floor.
Las Novedades, set inside the original brick walls of Ybor City’s first Spanish-style restaurant, seats up to 150 guests for dinner or 120 with dancing.
For smaller celebrations and rehearsal dinners, The Courtyard, Mariposa, and Roosevelt each seat up to 50, and La Galería and Quiquiriqui seat up to 40.
Every wedding package includes:
- Complimentary tasting for the couple plus two guests (with a food and beverage minimum of $8,000 or more)
- Complimentary holding room for the bridal party
- Five hours of event time with a dedicated event captain, event staff, and setup and teardown
- Complimentary sparkling toast
- Black or ivory satin linens with black or olive green napkins
- China, glassware, flatware, sage green chairs, and oval, rectangle, and cocktail tables
- Gold votives, floating candles, glass cylinder vases, table numbers, gold chargers, and cake stands
- Private ballroom setting with a custom floor plan
- Exclusive wedding guest room rates with a custom booking link
- Complimentary suite for the newlyweds on the wedding night (excludes the Floridian Suite)
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Meet the Team
Catering Sales Manager: Meghan Hygh
Meghan was born and raised in DeWitt, Michigan. After graduating with a degree in Hotel, Tourism, and Event Management from Central Michigan University, Meghan started her hospitality career on Mackinac Island, MI eventually moving to St. Pete, FL. She worked as the event manager for The Vinoy Renaissance for 5 years before coming to Hotel Haya! Meghan is obsessed with her dog, Chef, rosé wine, and Grays Anatomy!
She LOVES to witness her clients making the exciting decision to (finally!) select their wedding day venue. She understands that each couple has a unique vision when it comes to their special day and enjoys offering creative and custom options to help design each couple’s perfect day!
Catering Service Manager: Meghan Cody
Originally from Trumbull, Connecticut, Meghan found her passion for hospitality early on while working as a caterer for a restaurant. After moving to Florida to attend the University of Tampa, she expanded her experience as an assistant event coordinator and later joined the Hotel Haya team in guest services.
Meghan is passionate about helping clients bring their vision to life, blending creativity and attention to detail to make the planning process smooth and memorable.
Outside of work, you can usually find Meghan hiking, hammocking, or relaxing at the beach. She’s also a big fan of crafting!
Reviews from Marry Me Tampa Bay Couples
Marry Me Tampa Bay curates the below reviews from real couples whom we’ve personally interviewed. As Tampa Bay’s most trusted wedding planning resource, these reviews are 100% accurate and aren’t created by fake accounts.
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We wanted our wedding to feel modern and romantic, but we also wanted it to align with the fall season and have a bit of a moody vibe. It was all about creating an elegant yet warm atmosphere while staying fun and true to us. Our favorite color is green and we wanted it mixed with some neutral and fall colors.
– AiVy & Kyle |
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Our biggest inspiration was making sure the wedding truly felt like us. We wanted to weave together our individual cultures—Colombian and Indian—while also celebrating the American culture we share. Every detail was chosen with that in mind, from the décor to the little touches, so the day reflected not just our backgrounds, but also who we are together. Our colors were pink and green. They’re our favorite colors, and we felt like together they really represented us—bright, lively, and full of contrast but still complementary. They gave the whole celebration a joyful, personal touch.
– Juliana & Sahith |
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Our wedding was very simple, elegant, and botanical. I’m a very less-is-more type of person when it comes to style, and I wanted something very timeless. I chose shades of green with black and white because of their simplicity and timelessness.
– Tina & Ray |
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“We wanted a space that really matched the vision we had in our heads, something beautiful, full of character, and with the option to be indoors (since Florida weather can be so unpredictable!). We also knew what didn’t feel like us; for example, we knew early on that we didn’t want a barn or something too minimal. We’re drawn to venues with personality and charm and leaned more toward an urban, stylish setting that still felt warm and inviting.
We loved that Hotel Haya was historic and a little industrial, yet still refined and colorful. The textures, stained glass, and exposed brick gave it so much personality. It also felt so authentically Tampa, which was perfect since much of my husband’s family was visiting from out of town, and we wanted them to really experience the city. The service was incredible from start to finish, too; so helpful, accommodating, and genuinely kind. We couldn’t recommend them enough.”
– Jessica and Josh |
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Hotel Haya was amazing to work with from start to finish. Our initial tour of the space with Meghan Hygh immediately gave us a great feeling, and Logan was incredible throughout the process, helping us with the menu, tastings, and ensuring that every detail reflected the vibe we envisioned for the day. Their attention to detail and commitment to making our day special made the entire experience unforgettable!
Being from Plant City, the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World, and having served as the Florida Strawberry Festival Queen in 2018, I knew I had to incorporate a nod to my hometown. For dessert, we had a ‘make-your-own’ strawberry shortcake bar, which was such a fun and unique touch. The Hotel Haya catering staff brought this idea to life beautifully, allowing our out-of-town guests to get a delicious taste of Plant City.
– Ally and Jake |
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Knowing we had to get married during hurricane season, we wanted an indoor ceremony and reception space. We ultimately chose Hotel Haya because it checked all of our boxes and more: indoor venue, great food and drinks, nice hotel, and walkable to other bars and restaurants for out-of-town guests. Also, my father’s side of the family is Cuban, so the Cuban flare of the hotel felt right. James and I have also always loved Ybor. Coincidentally, both of our offices are in Ybor, so we spend a good amount of time there!
– Stephanie and James |
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