Retreat at Crystal Manatee

Hotels
9.2 (1859 reviews)
310 N Citrus Ave. , Crystal River , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Outdoor furniture
CCTV outside property
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Beautiful location
Cons:
Noise issues reported
Limited breakfast offerings

Categories

Cleanliness
9.44
Clean room and facility mentioned positively in multiple reviews.
Service
9.91
Very friendly and helpful staff highlighted in several reviews.
Location
9.45
Convenient and perfect location as mentioned multiple times.
Room Quality
8.9
Rooms described as clean and modern, but some comments about noise and bed type.
Amenities
8.43
Few complaints about limited breakfast offerings and lack of coffee in room.
Value for Money
9.39
Overall positive comments about the hotel justify the pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Praise for evening treats but limited options for breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.61
Many guests indicated strong overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:15

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Crystal River

Comfortable Accommodation: Retreat at Crystal Manatee, located just 12 km from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, offers cozy rooms with modern amenities including a desk, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi.

Family-Friendly Environment: With spacious family rooms available, this 3-star hotel is perfect for a relaxing getaway with your loved ones.

Convenient Location: Situated near popular attractions like Homosassa Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs, and within reach of Gainesville Regional Airport, Retreat at Crystal Manatee provides easy access to explore the beauty of Crystal River.

Book your stay at Retreat at Crystal Manatee now for a memorable experience in Crystal River!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1859 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 9.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 9.61
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marcie • couple • us
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2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Sascha • family_with_children • de
10
Tolle Unterkunft in bester Lage in Crystal River 🐊
Pros:

Uns hat die Sauberkeit des Zimmers, die Ausstattung des Bades und die Lage sehr gut gefallen.

Das Frühstück war typisch amerikanisch. Jedoch gab es zum Abend immer eine Geschenktüte, in der 2 frische leckere "Gipfeli" waren...toll! Die Tüte hang an der Zimmertür.

Der Garten war sehr schön und mega gepflegt.

Cons:

Gab eigentlich nix

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • us
9
Live the restaurant. Food was amazing. Best lamb I ever had! I would go back judtbfor that
Pros:

Beautiful property

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Yohan • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
9
Will recommend and if I were in the area agin would stay here.
Pros:

Clean, cute, and easy

Cons:

Parking was a little difficult

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Ryan Hope • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Dick • couple • nl
7
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Wendelmoet • couple • nl
10
Heel fijn verblijf, op loopafstand van water en restaurants
Pros:

Kleinschalig en in mooie natuurlijke omgeving

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jens • couple • de
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Andi • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • us
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • us
9
We were comfortable and appreciated the fruit and croissants left on our door, would stay again.
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable, with an excellent shower--once we figured t out! The surroundings were quet and the parkng safe and nearby.

Cons:

it was a rather cold feeling room, as far as decor. Nothing that reduced comfort, but the esthetics are pretty bare bones

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Virostko • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The family room was amazing. The room was clean and the retreat was beautiful. The family and I enjoyed the quiet atmosphere.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • us
8
Short overnight stay
Pros:

Fairly standard hotel breakfast
Wish we had a coffee pot or microwave in room also could have used an iron and board. Very minimalist decor
Courtyard was delightful and shady with tables and seats
Also enjoyed the “downtown “ shops and restaurants

Cons:

See above comments

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
10
Gorgeous property in the heart of Crystal River with a comfortable room.
Pros:

The courtyard was beautiful, with gorgeous trees and thoughtful landscaping. The birds and little lizards seemed to love it as much as we did! We were very close to everything Crystal River has to offer. Housekeeping was great. Croissants hung on the door each night were fun. Also the breakfast offerings were sufficient to grab and go for a snack later. Each room had a fridge and two bottled waters were provided each day.

Cons:

The room was a little sterile compared to the warm welcoming outside. Also we would have liked a few more hooks to hang towels and items, and access to a microwave.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Kymberly • couple • us
7
It was a nice day, but not quite what I expected. expected just a little bit more.
Pros:

The property was really cute and well done. we loved the updates. Parking was great. We unfortunately did not get a chance to try the restaurant next-door. The location was great.

Cons:

I wish hotels would put more effort into pillows. They were extremely full making it difficult to get . The breakfast room could’ve been a little bit more inviting and kept up and maybe a few more choices. There was a really odd smell in our room. I don’t know if it was old smoke. I couldn’t quite place it.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • de
9
Sehr schöne Anlage mit tollem Service und direkter Nähe zu den Manatees
Pros:

Sehr schöne Anlage mit tollem Service und direkter Nähe zu den Manatees.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Ralf Wilhelm • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
True gem in a cute little town
Pros:

Quaint, clean and good location.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee