Crystal River Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Crystal River

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.

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.

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.

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.

Woodland Estates
When in Woodland Estates, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Watersports Marina and Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Super cute place and a nearby bar/restaurant! The bathroom is extremely small though and some parts were older/a little dirty.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

The Port Hotel & Marina
We saw manatees this morning in the water, right in front of our room! You have to get up early, but this is manatee watching season so go stay at The Port
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG
Staff at the front desk was very personable
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
We enjoyed our stay here. We had a 3 bwdroom suite for a very reasonable price. The rooms are a bit dated but everything was very clean. The staff was helpful and kind. It was also easy to get to everything.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall
We were returning from a cruise in Port Canaveral and were attending a concert that night. Super tired from getting up early and then driving. We wandered the mall (which is attached the hotel) and i was so tired, my wife suggested we ask if they could accommodate an early check in. Without even ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Smart Brickell Hotel
Good emplacement
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Three Sisters Springs
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River.

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Explore the lovely green spaces of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Fort Island Gulf Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
Play a round of golf in Crystal River at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, and enjoy other activities such as boating. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Hunter Spring Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Hunter Spring Park and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Crystal River Watersports Marina
Explore the waterfront of Crystal River Watersports Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Crystal River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

See Crystal River - National Wildlife Refuge Sightseeing Cruise

Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise

Plantation's Kings Bay Scenic Cruise








