Crystal River Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Two Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) swimming in the water at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, USA, a winter gathering site for manatees.
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Where to stay in Crystal River

Find the best Crystal River areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Crystal River
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Springs at Kings Bay

While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park.

Pelican Cove

While Pelican Cove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Crystal River Watersports Marina and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.

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Crystal Shores

While Crystal Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Spring Park and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.

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Indian Waters

While there might not be top attractions in Indian Waters, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Crystal River Watersports Marina and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins.

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Dixie Shores

When in Dixie Shores, you can plan a visit to Fort Island Trail Park and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
614 Nw Us Highway 19 Crystal River FL
The price is ₹10,068 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹10,068
₹11,175 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Plantation Resort on Crystal River

Plantation Resort on Crystal River

2 out of 5
9301 W Fort Island Trail Crystal River FL
The price is ₹16,427 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹16,427
₹18,234 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs and Plantation ...
7.6/10 Good! (236 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and large and the setting was beautiful. Very outdated but everything worked just fine. The breakfast was lacking - just some coffee, juice, and bagels/muffins."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Plantation Resort on Crystal River
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1203 Ne 5th St Crystal River FL
The price is ₹8,923 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹8,923
₹9,905 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Room air conditioning was awful noise kept me awake most of the night! Free breakfast was a joke. Staff seemed disinterested !"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
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Three Sisters Cottages

Three Sisters Cottages

4 out of 5
754 NE 3rd Ave Crystal River FL
Stay at this apartment in Crystal River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs and Fort Island Gulf ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"What a whimsical, artsy, fun place to stay. Big yard if you travel with pets. Spacious apartments. Super close to all of downtowns attractions. And the property manager is just the loveliest person. We loved 3 Sisters Cottages."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Three Sisters Cottages
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Stay near popular Crystal River attractions

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Three Sisters Springs

9.2/10 (558 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.
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