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The Crystal Manatee

2.5 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a dark headboard, and a painting on the wall.
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop
Balcony
A courtyard with a large tree, various plants, and a building with a red door labeled "Confi Desk".
A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towel rack.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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310 N. Citrus Ave., Crystal River, FL, 34428
  • Place, Hunter Spring Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Hunter Springs Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪20 min walk‬

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About the area

Crystal River

At The Crystal Manatee you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Hunter Spring Park and within 20 minutes of Three Sisters Springs. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Springs at Kings Bay motel include Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and Fort Island Gulf Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Hunter Spring Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Hunter Springs Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach near Springs at Kings Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A Crystal River Kayak Company - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Crystal Manatee

WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. The Crystal Manatee also features a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
The Crystal Manatee offers 45 accommodations with a safe. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Crystal Manatee.

Property is also known as

Crystal Manatee Motel
Manatee Motel
Crystal Manatee
The Crystal Manatee Motel
The Crystal Manatee Crystal River
The Crystal Manatee Motel Crystal River

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Crystal Manatee?

Yep, The Crystal Manatee has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Crystal Manatee?

The closest beach to The Crystal Manatee is Fort Island Gulf Beach (9.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Crystal Manatee?

No, The Crystal Manatee does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Crystal Manatee?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Crystal Manatee?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Crystal Manatee Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 101 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok in a pinch

The tub had no plug if you like to take a bath thats out the sink in the bathroom was ready to fall off the wall onto my feet not so good .the door locks need to be replaced old worn out and the room needs a few throw rugs it was raining all weekend and tile got very slippery with soaked feet from the rain.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked like the oldest on the property. The bathroon was gross used wash rags hanging on the shower curtain and hair in the drain and other peoples bobby pins on the floor. Didnt even wanna sleep under the cover. Only plus was a huge comfy chair to sit in. 65 a night is to myxh for this room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were non-existent. One little bar of soap. No shampoo or conditioner. 3 towels and wash cloths were provided, but I didn't know if I should dry off with them or go sand off the rust on my car. There is a full size refrigerator & stove (why?) plus microwave & sink. However NO utensils, plates, cups, pans, nothing in the cabinets. Cleanliness was sub par, as is the bedding. You get what you pay for at this place. Owner said in another review that he was remodeling one room at a time, so maybe there's hope for them in the future. Check back in 2021.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Compy like home

The room was like a small apartment, but be advised to bring your own dinner ware/silver, pots and pans if u want to cook. Has fridge, stove, & microwave. Very nice and clean. Will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was as clean as it could be. The rooms that have not yet been renovated are just very old.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible. Nasty room. Corroded pipes in bathroom, smelly A/C, shower stall and entire filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot shower, great bed. We were in one of the older rooms, but it was clean. He showed us some of the newly renovated rooms. Beautiful! Great area! Little shops and restaurants to walk to and lots of great kayaking ! We are planning to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good location within 2 blocks of several places to eat and a public dock. Got one of the 'old' rooms. It had a full kitchen, but no pots/pans/plates with which to use the kitchen. I was lucky there was some silverware in a drawer. Shower did not get hot, only warm enough. Huge 8' long fluorescent light is very unpleasant. Had to keep bathroom door closed so it didnt cover the AC, so the room would cool (minor inconvenience). In my 5 or 6 nights, the room was never cleaned, no fresh towels, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Older motel in middle of rehab. Rooms old but clean. Little daily service, aiming for extended stay. Location was excellent. A block from one boat park and playground, 2 blocks from a swimming park and playground, quaint downtown all close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, but they should try to get rid of cockroaches.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay very quiet and clean close to attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Clean, friendly and great location

Fantastic stay, very well setup. Friendly staff, straightforward stay. Steps away from an amazing BBQ restaurant and cost to all amenities as well as the manatees. Walking distance to a public beach where manatees stay. Literally the only complaint we could make was that the room was a little bright to sleep. It would be awesome if the curtains either sealed a little better, or if the outside lights could be dimmed or some turned out. I didn't deduct any points for this, but it was worth mentioning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
gewisser Charme vorhanden, jedoch absolut nicht zu empfehlen... Zustand erbärmlich, abgewohnt, keine Heizmöglichkeit, Küchenausstattung nicht mehr vorhanden, Riss im Toilettensitz, Waschbecken kurz vor dem Herunterfallen, keine Toilettenartikel, Duschvorhang schimmelig, kein Zimmerservice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs updating and cleaning

Room was very old and rundown. Too many years without attention. Needs updating and remodeling badly. AC wall unit was also aweful sounding and worked poorly. Was not impressed if they are trying to influence future and returning customers to come stay with them.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. Easy walking to Hunter Spring and local places to eat and drink. The Bad - Bates Motel. The towel rack and toilet paper roll were both broken, to the point they latterly fell out of the wall. The window at the head of the bed had a light right out side that you could not turn off. The curtains were so sheer anyone walking by could easily see into the room. No were to hand towels or bathing suits.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Nan04101

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is being renovated which is much needed and understood. When I walk into a hotel room for me it's not about the pretty it's about the clean. Crystal Manatee was definitely clean. Cant say the same for The Days Inn doen the road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Janky

It was so, so. Washers and dryers were junk. Needed updating badly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Broken and dirty

The place is old and run down which I had expected. That is not the problem. Simple things like the broken toilet seat ( it was actually disconnected from the toilet and required a balancing act to use), the kitchen faucet desperately needed a new aerator, changing burnt out light bulbs doesn't require much. But worse than the small things that could be repaired easily was the dirty floors wear we actually found whole snack cakes and crumbs from previous residents. That may explain the German cockroaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yoel

DON'T STAY HERE

This place was horrible. We rented 2 rooms, 1 was OK, the other one was horrible. The bathroom was deplorable and my friend killed 8 roaches that were coming out from under the bed. This was in room 101. They barely slept that night and turned on all the lights because they were afraid. They went to the office to complain and it was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Walked into our room and were so overwhelmed by the cigarette smoke smell. The bathroom was dirty and in disrepair. We didn’t stay, we left and stayed elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur

Room was ok for what I needed, shower needs to be bleached clean, there was black mold on curtain and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

This hotel has great potential with new ownership as the last ones let it go down. Rooms (especially bathrooms) neeed better cleanliness in order to get anything better for satisfying ratings. We might return in near future as we do visit area frequently.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was explained to have been renovated, but it was unclean and looked to have been thrown together. The bed was comfortable but the white sheets had several stains. I would not recommend staying at this Hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location of the property was fantastic so there are definitely no complaints there. If you are just going for one night and literally just need a place to sleep, this place is worth it. Otherwise, there was a very strong meldew smell and everything was extremely old and run down. The wall AC unit couldn’t keep up with the heat so we were sweating all night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Reasonably comfortable.

The place is dated, as in small bathroom. It does have a full kitchen, but no pots, plates, etc. The new owners are trying hard !!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018