Vacation Rentals Near Benchmark International Arena
Stay in historic Ybor City for Lightning games and concerts, with free streetcar access to the arena district.
Stay in Ybor City for Lightning games and arena concerts
Benchmark International Arena, formerly Amalie Arena, is home to the Tampa Bay Lightning and many of Tampa's biggest concerts and touring events. Historic Ybor City gives you a more memorable home base than a standard hotel room, with restaurants, coffee, nightlife, and the free TECO Line Streetcar close by.
Choose a private three-bedroom rooftop stay for your group or a secluded tiny-house retreat with a hot tub for one or two travelers. Both homes are personally hosted by longtime Ybor residents who have welcomed guests since 2015.
Why Ybor City works for an arena weekend
- Free TECO Line Streetcar service between Ybor City, the Channel District, and downtown
- Restaurants, coffee shops, cigar lounges, live music, and 7th Avenue within walking distance
- More privacy, living space, and flexibility than separate hotel rooms
- Full kitchens, fast Wi-Fi, and in-home laundry
- Direct communication with local owners before and during your stay
Choose the right stay for your trip
Urban Perch: the group choice
Urban Perch is built for friends, families, and small groups coming to a Lightning game or concert. The home has three bedrooms, including two king bedrooms and a third bedroom with two full beds. After the event, come back to your own private rooftop terrace with a wraparound sectional, louvered pergola, bar, Tampa skyline views, and a 65-inch outdoor television.
- Three bedrooms and multiple bathrooms
- Comfortable for six and accommodates up to eight
- Private rooftop terrace with a 65-inch outdoor TV
- Fast Wi-Fi, full kitchen, washer, and dryer
- About 900 feet from a TECO streetcar station
See Urban Perch photos, availability, and pricing
Ybor Roost: the couples choice
Ybor Roost is a one-bedroom artistic tiny house designed for couples and most comfortable for two. It includes a queen bedroom, a Joybird queen sleeper sofa, a full kitchen, and a completely private fenced backyard with a hot tub beneath a bougainvillea-covered pergola.
- Private hot tub and fenced patio
- Queen bedroom plus a queen sleeper sofa
- Fast Wi-Fi, full kitchen, washer, and dryer
- Two blocks from 7th Avenue
- Short walk to the free streetcar
See Ybor Roost photos, availability, and pricing
YOUR YBOR GAME-NIGHT WEEKEND
Rooftop pregame. Free streetcar. Ybor after the final horn.
Urban Perch gives your group its own rooftop watch-party space. The free TECO streetcar connects Ybor with the arena, and 7th Avenue is waiting when you return.
THE EASY GAME-NIGHT ROUTE
Ride the free streetcar to Benchmark International Arena.
From Ybor Roost: walk to Centennial Park Station #1 at 20th Street and 8th Avenue. From Urban Perch: use Centro Ybor Station #2 or Streetcar Society Station #3.
Board a southbound streetcar toward downtown and exit at Water Street Station #8. The arena and Ford Thunder Alley are immediately nearby. No ticket is required and every TECO Line ride is fare-free.
Pregame idea: get off one stop earlier at Florida Aquarium Station #7 for outdoor food and drinks at Sparkman Wharf, then walk or ride one more stop to the arena. After the event, board northbound for Ybor City.
Check the live map before leaving. Event crowds and service changes can affect travel time.
Book with confidence
We have hosted in Ybor City since 2015 and have been Airbnb Superhosts for 42 consecutive quarters—more than a decade without a lapse. Our two homes have earned a 4.97 average across 651 guest reviews as of August 18, 2026. Ybor Vacation Rentals is independently owned and is not endorsed by or associated with Airbnb, Inc. or its affiliates.
Quick answers
Which property is best for a Lightning game or concert group?
Urban Perch is the stronger choice for most groups because it provides three bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, shared living space, and a private rooftop where everyone can gather.
Which property is better for a couple?
Ybor Roost offers a more private couples experience with its secluded patio and hot tub.
How do I see the complete price?
Open a property and enter your exact dates and guest count. The booking form shows the live total, including mandatory fees, before you submit a stay request.