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Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 star property

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
Point of interest
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1203 Ne 5th St, Crystal River, FL, 34429
  • Place, Bowlero Crystal River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunter Spring Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(125 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room | Room amenity

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Crystal River

A stay at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG places you in the heart of Crystal River, a 3-minute drive from Hunter Spring Park and 5 minutes from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. .This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Three Sisters Springs and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Crystal River Watersports Marina.

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Crystal River - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • beach near Springs at Kings Bay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • beach near Hunter Springs Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

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

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers 75 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Crystal River hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 75 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Guests are offered a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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

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

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff especially Ansley was wonderful. The room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The employee who worked the front desk was very helpful, warm and friendly. Overall it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great staff. Bring ear plugs
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a very nice cozy place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vrbo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great but I hated having to hand write the form that needed filled out
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arpitha

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

6/10 Okay

Jeanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Inessa

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Oliver

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert, Little Elm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A/C HV good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

MARIA T

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy, Escanaba

Travelled with family
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

Maureen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025