Springs at Kings Bay Travel Guide

Crystal River

Crystal River is a coastal city in western Florida. Kings Bay, which is fed by springs, is home to the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, sheltering manatees year-round.
Beautiful grounds surrounded by water
Avoid the tourists and continue down the channels for an up close and personal experience with the manatees! Continue past the crowds and hop on in, the water is the same temperature year round.
Swim throughs in the springs

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This is where you can swim with the manatees during the winter times you see a lot of them .

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Things to do


Top hotels in Springs at Kings Bay

The Port Hotel & Marina

The Port Hotel & Marina

2 out of 5
1610 SE Paradise Circle Crystal River FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,404 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿3,404
฿3,779 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Crystal River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great view from the room and a restaurant next door!

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

The Port Hotel & Marina
King's Bay Lodge

King's Bay Lodge

2.5 out of 5
506 NW 1st Ave Crystal River FL
The price is ฿4,309 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿4,309
฿5,112 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Crystal River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (362 reviews)
Cute place. Clean. Friendly staff! Loved it.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

King's Bay Lodge
Retreat at Crystal Manatee

Retreat at Crystal Manatee

2.5 out of 5
310 N Citrus Avenue Crystal River FL
The price is ฿7,226 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿7,226
฿8,021 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (403 reviews)
room had a small fridge and a large closet rod, would have been nice to have microwave access on property and a safe in the room and a set of drawers. rainfall shower was a bonus. location was good if you wanted to see the manatees which the area is known for (they were rare in march, suggest if ...

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Retreat at Crystal Manatee
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 ฿4,411 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿4,411
฿4,896 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,433 reviews)
The lodge was near to the place where we booked our manatee experience. Breakfast was good and the restaurant served delicious sandwiches. A/C didn’t work. Our room was at the second floor and the building didn’t have elevator, so be aware if you have mobility issues or difficulties carrying luggage ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Rodeway Inn Homosassa

Rodeway Inn Homosassa

2 out of 5
4076 S Suncoast Blvd Homosassa FL
The price is ฿2,145 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿2,145
฿2,447 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Homosassa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (1,007 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, nearby stores Especially the bartender I ordered my food from was very rude and she yelled at me in front of the customers. Just because I brought my food back and she gave me the wrong food that I didn’t order and didn’t want to give me the right order.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Rodeway Inn Homosassa
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 ฿5,281 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
฿5,281
฿5,862 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (133 reviews)
Unknown to all - this Resort is under major renovation ... since last JULY. It's now end of March.. I asked why no info on their website that is obvious and why Hotels.com website had zero info re this renovation. No restaurants (supposed to be 3); no Tiki Bar outside; No hot breakfast as promised ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Plantation Resort on Crystal River
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Other neighbourhoods around Springs at Kings Bay

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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.

Crystal Shores
Crystal River has natural springs feeding it. Crystal River Preserve State Park is in Citrus County, Florida

Dixie Shores

When in Dixie Shores, you can plan a visit to Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dixie Shores
Florida spring-fed river panorama

Woodland Estates

When in Woodland Estates, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Woodland Estates
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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 Crystal River Archaeological State Park.

Pelican Cove
Florida Crystal River, Cedar Key

Woods N Waters

When in Woods N Waters, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Fort Island Trail Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Woods N Waters
A Florida Manatee

Indian Waters

While there might not be top attractions in Indian Waters, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina.

Indian Waters


Springs at Kings Bay Travel Guide