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Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Hunter Spring Park in Crystal River

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1203 Ne 5th St, Crystal River, FL, 34429
  • Place, Bowlero Crystal River
    ‪12 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 drapes

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

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

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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

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Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Crystal River

City center stay.You'll find Hunter Spring Park and Three Sisters Springs within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Also, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge is within 3 miles (5 km) and Crystal River Watersports Marina is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Crystal River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hunter Spring Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 3.4 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

Hotel near Hunter Spring Park in Crystal River
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Crystal River hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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: USD 40.00 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

How close is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG is 74.1 mi (71-min drive) away from the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG on May 14, 2026 start from CA $162, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 11 mi (24-min drive) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG features an outdoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG to downtown Crystal River?

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG is 1.3 mi away from Crystal River.

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 690 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Darrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We did not have any hot water in our room. We let the water run for over 20 minutes and it never got above luke-warm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lakshmanan

Travelled with family and small children
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

Lena

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

billy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room was fine dont understand double billing for 600 dollars
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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

Danielle

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Modern well kept hotel. Just an overnight stop driving home from Thanksgiving. Staff was pleasant & helpful. Unhappy no coffeemaker in room. Skip free breakfast it was lacking in healthy fresh option,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025