Hampton Inn & Suites

22900 Sr 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859
Other
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Hampton Inn & Suites five times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Lake Wales average 90, so Hampton Inn & Suites is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter tab 50F, yogurt cups,50F, and cream cheese 50F at 9:00 am. Operator removed everything out of that reach in cooler and placed in another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Ms. Jennifer **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield in ice machine Operator cleaned and sanitized area **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. 50F **Warning**
14-74-7
70
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Disposal of coffee in hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three compartment sink. Water is being contained with bucket.
29-11-4
86
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Inspector tested with their chemical test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee cleaned inside panel: washed, rinsed, and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
86
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hampton Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hampton Inn & Suites on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hampton Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hampton Inn & Suites.

How does Hampton Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Lake Wales?

Hampton Inn & Suites most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lake Wales average of 90.

Has Hampton Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hampton Inn & Suites have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hampton Inn & Suites means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Hampton Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hampton Inn & Suites is inspected around two times per year on average.