Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Overview
1203 NE 5th St., Crystal River, FL 34429 United States
Near Three Sisters Springs
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Holiday Inn Express Crystal River offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, pool, spa, and a pet-friendly policy.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
Fitness facilities
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5.0
28-Jun-2026
"Clean and dog friendly"

Best hotel! Amazing staff. Loved being able to take my pup. And super clean.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 26 to Sun Jun 28 2026 at a $161.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
28-Feb-2026
"Great room bed and breakfast"

Staff was wonderful!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 27 to Sat Feb 28 2026 at a $259.00 average nightly rate.
4.0
31-Dec-2025
"Welcoming"

Friendly staff, clean facility.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 30 to Wed Dec 31 2025 at a $134.00 average nightly rate.
4.0
26-Dec-2025
"No complaints clean comfortable and friendly"

Very Good to Excellent, will be back.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 24 to Thu Dec 25 2025 at a $139.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
31-Aug-2025
"Sevice and place was awesome."

Great place to stay.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 29 to Sun Aug 31 2025 at a $135.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

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

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi

Ownership: HDG Hotels

Nightly Parking: 0.00

Total Taxes: 11.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual 24 Hours Group 21 Days

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Business center
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 107
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 42
  • Fence around pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free wired internet
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nature reserve
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of accessible parking spaces - 3
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Off-street parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Professional property host/manager
  • RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 86
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 34
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Secured bicycle storage
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Vending machine
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Express Start Breakfast Bar

Free parking

Free WIFI

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

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

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.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM 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 11:00 AM 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 rooms in the property.

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

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

Is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Tampa International Driving 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

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.

Crystal Meeting Room
30 x 24 x 9 • 720 sqft.
Banquet
40/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
35
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
17
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
21
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
17
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
66
Theater Layout
Reception
66
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:5
Windows:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Crystal
29 x 25 x 9 • 733 sqft.
Classroom
35
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
25
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
25
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
66
Theater Layout
Reception
35
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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