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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
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • 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
Map
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
    4 min drive - 1.7 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
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bowlero Crystal River
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hunter Spring Park
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Copp Winery & Brewery
    8 min walk
  • RaceTrac
    7 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • RaceTrac
    3 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
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and laundry services
  • 1 meeting room, an elevator, and water sports equipment
  • 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

  • Free self parking 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 30.00 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

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 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 30.00 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 free at this property.

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).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Arpitha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Good breakfast. Only bad thing was the room doors slam shut and we're very loud.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff is nice. Convenient to Crystal River sightseeing and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doncho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nicely renovated, staff was polite, rooms are clean and spacious and the breakfast was high quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Clean. Beds/pillows were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking area was sufficient. The hotel was clean. The breakfast buffet was good. The staff was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional friendly prompt staff. Check-in answered my questions including local activities & dining.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to Town and Restaurants and the Pool is great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, ac unit was quiet and had the always on setting, so it wasn't kicking on and off all night. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was top notch, for a hotel breakfast! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice, clean. Hotel was clean and well kept…seemed quite new or recently renovated. Room was spacious, clean. Good sized bathroom. Free breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice, clean hotel. It was close to everything we had planned for our trip. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast options, super clean facilities, and wonderful customer service throughout our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and the people were very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and staff. Front desk staff was awesome. Very professional and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025