Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg

1203 NE 5th St., Crystal River, FL 34429 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Property
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  • We have an outdoor pool ready for use
  • Free breakfast available
  • Fitness center on property
  • 75 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • Hotel has 4 floors
  • Hotel has 2 suites
  • Check in: 4:00pm
  • Group friendly rating of 7.2/10

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Local Attractions

Nearby Attractions: Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Coastal Heritage Museum Crystal River Archaeological State Park Crystal River Beach Crystal River Preserve State Park Fort Cooper State Park Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park Kayak with Manatees Kings Bay Manatee Tour and Dive Nature Coast Botanical Gardens Paddleboarding @ Hunter Springs Park

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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Awesome Experience"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything was super clean! The breakfast was delicious. Overall an awesome experience.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue May 13 to Sat May 17 2025 at a $142.74 average nightly rate.
"Quiet, comfortable and convenient location."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
comfortable bedding and good breakfast bar. quiet and convenient location.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 08 to Tue Mar 11 2025 at a $234.01 average nightly rate.
"Nice place to stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Our stay was fine. The breakfast was pretty good. Facility was clean. Room was nice.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 08 to Thu Feb 13 2025 at a $224.59 average nightly rate.
"Clean with friendly staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The hotel was clean and attractive. The staff was helpful and friendly. The free breakfast always a plus!
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
31-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 28 to Sun Dec 29 2024 at a $186.00 average nightly rate.
"Staf is wonderful, helpful, clean. Breakfast great!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
5/5
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Nov 04 to Wed Nov 06 2024 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.
"Glad I could get a nice room. Staff is GREAT."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great location, great staff.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 25 to Sat Sep 28 2024 at a $172.99 average nightly rate.
"Facility and staff great. Unfortunately had a few days without electric due to Hurricane Helena."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
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(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 25 to Sat Sep 28 2024 at a $172.99 average nightly rate.
"Great place to stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean room, friendly staff and great breakfast!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jun 02 to Mon Jun 03 2024 at a $144.00 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 678 guest reviews

Property Description

As one of the newest hotels in Crystal River Florida - we feature a modern green-friendly and smoke-free environment. We're also conveniently located near highways 19 and 44 - which offer easy access to Inverness - Tampa and Orlando.From the eco-attractions of Nature Coast to the parks of Crystal River FL - our hotel's location is ideal for nature lovers. You can fish - hike and dive year-round at the state parks or visit Kings Bay and swim with manatees. In fact - the world's highest concentration of these gentle giants is right here in Crystal River FL and Homosassa Springs! Our hotel's guests also enjoy shopping at The Shoppes of Heritage Village or touring the Coastal Heritage Museum.From the 750-sq.-ft. meeting room to the 24-hour Business Center - business travelers benefit from our amenities. Crystal River Florida's major businesses - like Duke Energy Power Plant - Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center - Citrus Memorial Hospital and Withlacoochee River Electric are all within minutes of our hotel.Your Crystal River FL trip's itinerary should include our complimentary hot breakfast bar each morning - relaxation time by the outdoor pool and a workout in the 24-hour Fitness Center. Free high-speed Internet access is available in every room and the hotel's lobby. Crystal River is a must see. TWO QUEEN BEDS NONSMOKING This room with free high speed internet access has a fridge and a microwave you can work at the activity table and a speakerphone with free local calls kick back in the triple triple sheeted beds with four pillows each and watch a movie on the 32 inch LCD TV STANDARD ROOM NONSMOKING When you arrive at the hotel we will do our best to meet your room bed type preference subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Free high speed internet access and a 32 inch LCD TV are provided. Utilize the microwave and fridge and work at the table 2 KING BEDS NONSMOKINGFree high speed internet access keeps you connected watch the 32 inch LCD TV and relax in the lounge chair this room has a desk with ergonomic chair and speakerphone with free local calls the beds have triple sheeting and 4 pillows microwave and fridge are provided 2 KING BEDS WITH SOFA SLEEPER NONSMOKINGSurf the free high speed internet access while you relax on the sofa bed. You can watch premium movie channels on the 32 inch LCD TV and make a snack with the microwave and fridge. Complete your work at the desk with ergonomic and make free local calls at the speakerphone. EXECUTIVE SUITE NONSMOKINGEnjoy a relaxing stay in this 2 bedroom with a Jacuzzi in the bathroom you can surf the free high speed internet access while you relax in the living room with a sofa bed 32 inch TV microwave fridge and workspace one bedroom has a triple sheeted queen bed and the other room has a king bed Groups & Meetings750 square feet of meeting space available for up to 60 people in theatre style setup. AV equipment available at a cost. Water, Coffee and beverage station available. 35 people in class room setup 25 people in U Shape setup.Facilities Number of Meeting Rooms: 1 Total Area of Meeting Space: 750 sq ft Number of Sales and Meeting Professionals On-Site: 1 Largest Room Capacity:66 Largest Room Measurement: 734 SQ FEET Smallest Room Measurement: 734 SQ FEETEquipment Flip Chart and Markers Pens, Pencils and Pads Provided Cable Modem DVD Player Lectern or Podium Modem Lines LCD TelevisionNearby Attractions Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Coastal Heritage Museum Crystal River Archaeological State Park Crystal River Beach Crystal River Preserve State Park Fort Cooper State Park Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park Kayak with Manatees Kings Bay Manatee Tour and Dive Nature Coast Botanical Gardens Silver SpringMust SeeThe Coastal Heritage Museum, located in historic Old City Hall and 1.3 miles from our hotel in downtown Crystal River, offers a unique look at Citrus County's history. Exhibits include a 1929 diorama of downtown Citrus Avenue and an original jail cell.Must DoBecause we're located between temperate and sub-tropical zones, a unique environment of plant and animal life thrives near the hotel. Crystal River Preserve State Park offers a 2.5-mi interpretive trail and outlets for fishing, kayaking, hiking and more.Don't Go Home WithoutThe Shoppes of Heritage Village, located just 1 miles from the hotel, is Crystal River's popular, open-air shopping spot. The Village has a variety of unique shops, a tea bar and café and live entertainment, all shaded by beautiful palms and magnolias.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00pm
Check Out: 11:00am
Year of Last Renovation: 2020
Floors: 4
Rooms: 75
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 75
Handicap Rooms: 4
Suites: 2
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 1453 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 60 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Beautiful heated salt-water pool is open from 8:30AM-10:00PM
Ownership: HDG Hotels
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual 24 HoursGroup 21 Days
Nightly Parking: 0.00
Typical Group Deposit: 0
Total Taxes: 11.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
Country Tax: 5.00%
Food and Beverage Tax: 6.00%
Audio Visual Tax: 6.00%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Tampa InternationalDriving Directions From Orlando:Take Florida Turnpike North towards Ocala. Florida Turnpike Merge onto I-75 North. Take Exit 329 toward Inverness. Turn left onto SR 44 West. Drive 33 miles on SR 44. Hotel is on the right on SR 44/ W Gulf to Lake Hwy

Local Shuttle Info: N/A

Breakfast Information

Express Start Breakfast Bar

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Free parking

Internet / WiFI

Free WIFI

Cleaning Policies

All cleaning and sanitation procedures are up to Health Department & CDC standards.Hand sanitizing stations throughout hotel.

About Holiday Inn

  • Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations
  • Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties
  • Free high-speed internet access
  • Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages
  • Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location
  • Great exercise facilities
  • Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc.

The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Cracker's Bar & Grill - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Cracker's Bar & Grill, just 1 mile away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Vintage on 5th - Indulge in a gourmet lunch at Vintage on 5th, a charming restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Charlie's Fish House - Enjoy fresh seafood and waterfront dining at Charlie's Fish House, located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Manatee Tour - Experience a thrilling manatee tour at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, located 3 miles from the hotel.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Breakfast Station - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at The Breakfast Station, just 2 miles away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Seafood Seller & Cafe - Savor a delicious seafood lunch at Seafood Seller & Cafe, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Peck's Old Port Cove - Enjoy a delightful dinner at Peck's Old Port Cove, a waterfront restaurant offering stunning views, located 4 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Kayaking Adventure - Embark on a thrilling kayaking adventure along Crystal River, just 2.5 miles away from the hotel.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Olive Tree - Start your day with a delightful breakfast at The Olive Tree, a cozy cafe located 1 mile away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Grannie's Restaurant - Enjoy a homestyle lunch at Grannie's Restaurant, known for its comfort food, located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Crab Plant - Enjoy a mouthwatering dinner at Crab Plant, a popular seafood restaurant offering a variety of dishes, located 3 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Three Sisters Springs - Explore the stunning Three Sisters Springs, a natural wonder located 5 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River, Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River, an IHG Hotel

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Crystal River event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Crystal Meeting Room 30 x 24 x 9 72040/--3530172117--/--6666--
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Crystal Meeting Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
720 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
30 x 24 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Half Day Rental:
$250.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$250.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$250.00 USD
Crystal 29 x 25 x 9 733--/----35302525--/--6635--
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Crystal

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
733 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
29 x 25 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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    FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg

    What time is check in?

    Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

    What time is check out?

    Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

    How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg have?

    There are 75 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

    Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

    What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Express Start Breakfast Bar

    What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Free parking

    How much does internet cost?

    Free WIFI

    Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

    Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

    Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

    Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by Ihg?

    Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Beautiful heated salt-water pool is open from 8:30AM-10:00PM.

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