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Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a gray carpet, and a television on the right.
A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, several chairs, a sofa, a small round table, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec

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, beach near Hunter Springs Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(143 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with blinds.

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 wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a built-in bookshelf.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with 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 wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a coffee machine, and a view of trees through the window.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a TV.

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

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

About the area

Crystal River

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG puts you in the centre of Crystal River, 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Hunter Spring Park and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Three Sisters Springs. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Crystal River hotel include Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Crystal River Watersports Marina.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ellianos Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. 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 centre and a meeting room. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Crystal River hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers 75 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Crystal River hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 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
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • 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
  • Pool umbrellas

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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
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. 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG on 13 Dec 2026 start from NZ$202, including 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG has a self car park for USD 5.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG is Fort Island Gulf Beach (11.8 km).

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

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, our guests highly rate the free buffet brekkie here! It's the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice simple stay, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was nice, and the facilities are kept up well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Located near all Crystal River venues. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and newer hotel with great staff. The breakfasts were very good and add a lot of value for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an excellent hotel. The beds were comfortable and large. The room was very clean and the air air-conditioning worked. The blackout curtains were excellent. And we enjoyed the free breakfast. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room with great breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great 3 night stay over the July 4th holiday wknd. Our room was very clean, comfy beds, cold AC and great coffee. Breakfast was easy and convenient each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great, breakfast was good, very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Newer motel. Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, friendly staff, good breakfast, very clean. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a very nice stay. Our room was clean and beds were sooo comfy. Enjoyed the breakfast and especially their coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly, rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice, clean room & friendly/ helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good stay. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice rooms, staff was great location was goos
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was helpful. The pillows were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good and very clean. Soft bed. Good breakfast. Good service from the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very friendly & helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026