FYI...There is a LaQuinta Inn right next to Busch Gardens, at 9202 North 30th St. It's walking distance, even though it's a mile to walk since the hotel is located near the back of the park and you have to walk way down Busch Blvd to get to the front of the park to where the main gate is, but last night I booked a room with 2 double beds for Saturday night, the 15th, and it was only $55. I have stayed there before and I remember it being a nice hotel, and being able to see Skeikra from the hotel's parking lot was cool. So I just wanted to pass that info along since $55 seems like a great rate, especially for a Saturday night.