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Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet before heading to the outdoor pool at this convenient Crystal River retreat

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Located near Three Sisters Springs, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River offers free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, an outdoor pool with sun loungers, and an on-site deli. Multilingual staff provide helpful assistance, including luggage storage.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(124 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Crystal River, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG is in the city center. Crystal River Watersports Marina and Weeki Wachee Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hunter Spring Park and Three Sisters Springs. Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Crystal River travel guide
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1203 Ne 5th St, Crystal River, FL, 34429

What's nearby

  • Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gazes contently, outside of Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida
    Three Sisters Springs
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Four Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) swimming in the water at Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, USA, a winter gathering site for manatees.
    Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach
    Fort Island Gulf Beach
    19 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Bowlero Crystal River
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hunter Spring Park
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
    7 min walk
  • Copp Winery & Brewery
    8 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Subway
    2 min drive
  • Dan's Clam Stand
    18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Hotel near Hunter Spring Park
Located close to Three Sisters Springs and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and water sports equipment
  • An elevator, a nature reserve, and laundry services
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 5.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Crystal River Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Crystal River
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River Hotel Crystal River
Inn Express Crystal River

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 5.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Crystal River, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hunter Spring Park, Three Sisters Springs, and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. Crystal River Watersports Marina and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, breakfast was good, very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, good breakfast, very clean. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom in need of deep cleaning Wonderful Staff, Attentive to guests needs Close to many fresh seafood restaurants with local catch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service and a great room (especially the bed). Location close to everything as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Parking was easy and I was not far from the door each time I left and returned (4) times. Comfortable, quite room. Breakfast was good. Staff pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel. Clean and well equipped. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is decent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was just perfect. The room was clean and modern the stuff was very friendly and the breakfast was excellent. Will stay again very good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ubenis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , nice , spacious and clean room, aceptable breakfast, staff very courteous.i will definitely recommend to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was good. The woman was extremely helpful with explaining the different things to do in the area and local restaurant choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, helpful staff, amazing black out shades!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean, the breakfast options were great and the overall stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lakshmanan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, staff was so courteous and room is well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was very friendly breakfast was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were clean, freshly updated and the bed was super comfortable! Breakfast was really good with quality food, especially the giant sausage links and cheese omelettes. The staff was really friendly and helpful. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front desk was very personable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, inviting. Love the coffee machine accessible at all times and the breakfast. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dror

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern hotel , close to all atractions and conviante
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel all around. Room was clean, bathroom was clean and stocked with Dove dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap and lotion. Beds and pillows were very clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly. Breakfast had hot and cold items and was adequate for a quick breakfast. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was friendly. It was a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025