Retreat at Crystal Manatee

Hotels
9.2 (2055 reviews)
310 N Citrus Ave. , Crystal River , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Outdoor furniture
CCTV outside property
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2055 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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Hillsofrome • solo_traveller • us
9
Very nice short stay
Pros:

Lovely garden the length of the property, obviously well cared for. It is very relaxing to sit under the huge tree in the patio. Good bathroom and shower, including excellent towels. Very quiet too. Comfortable bed.

We had fresh croissants delivered to our room in the evening, very nice. A very good refrigerator and 2 water bottles.

The Three Musqueteers restaurant was very good, right in the property. Delicious dishes.

Cons:

There wasn't a light switch just for the sink and counter area. There was 1 switch by the door that turned on all very bright white ceiling lights as well. It seemed like an airport terminal.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • gb
10
It feels like a retreat escape in a beautiful place to relax
Pros:

Location was excellent
Clean and full of character
Modern inside with a fantastic shower
Nice touch with the free croissants

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • us
10
Pros:

So cute, all updated, and within walking distance to our favorite restaurants and downtown!

Cons:

No real ice machine—just one in the lounge area but only enough for a cup or drink.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Anais • couple • fr
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Liz • extended_group • us
10
Beautiful property in a tranquil garden setting
Pros:

We had a wonderful weekend at the Retreat at Crystal Manatee. The rooms were clean and spacious and the gardens on the property were beautiful and filled with chirping birds, butterflies and hummingbirds. We loved walking to the springs and local restaurants.

Cons:

A pool would be nice……

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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wilkison • solo_traveller • us
10
What a peaceful and lovely stay 💜
Pros:

The grounds are gorgeous. The room is spacious, clean and comfortable. And the shower!!! Love it! The bag of fresh croissants daily was the best! I loved the convenience of the breakfast room which is available for coffee, tea, etc.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Lily • couple • us
10
Heavenly
Pros:

The little fine touches. A bottle of sparkling water to quench our thirst after a long drive and a water activity before we even checked in. Beautifully decorated. And the grounds were beautiful flowering bushes, trees and shrubs. It feels like you’re in someone’s beautiful garden.
We came back from dinner and found a brown bag tied to our door with warm and freshly baked croissant. That was so sweet and a fine touch - went perfectly well with our bedtime tea 🫖

I would definitely stay again and will share with our Florida friends.

Thank you!

Cons:

Nothing really. I thought I had booked a room with two beds, but the king bed was just fine. My sister and I traveled together and so it worked out just fine. I was so exhausted from driving and then swimming that I fell right to sleep.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Halverson • couple • us
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • ch
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Dungan • couple • us
10
It is our "go to" place when we want to get away
Pros:

THAT BATHROOM IS VERY NICE.WE HAVE STAYED THERE 4 TIMES AND GOT DIFFERENT ROOMS EVERY TIME. ALL WERE DIFFERENT AND AWESOME

Cons:

NOTHING

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • us
9
I enjoyed the stay . Will definitely be back again.
Pros:

Beautiful comfy room , In close proximity to water dinning and shops.

Cons:

No pool

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Agnes • couple • de
9
Pros:

Es war im Grunde genommen die beste Unterkunft unserer Reise, zumal wir sogar ein Upgrade erhielten. Die Ausstattung war geradezu edel und alles sehr sauber. Zur Begrüßung gabs ein leckeres Croissant und zum Frühstück Hochwertiges. zB kleine Saftfläschchen, Kaffee aus gemahlenen Bohnen, Marmeladengläschen, Käse, kleine Milch Tetrapaks usw. Schöne Anlage! Sehr leises gut funktionierendes Klimagerät.

Cons:

Leider hatten wir nicht viel von dem Upgrade da wir erst nach 21 Uhr ankamen und gedrängt wurden, vor unserer Bootstour um 8 auszuchecken, da wir das nicht rechtzeitig schaffen würden ( waren um halb 11 fertig im Endeffekt) Das hat mich etwas geärgert, hatte um eine halbe Stunde mehr Zeit gebeten, das kostet aber ab der ersten Minute 50 Dollar und geht bis maximal 12:30. Da gibt es kein Pardon. Wir hätten echt noch gerne geduscht vor der Abreise

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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JillVA • couple • be
10
Amazing
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay, close to the city center so you can walk to the restaurants/shops. Also close to the start of the kayak tours. Property is really pretty, it looks way better in real life than the pictures. We will come back for sure!

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephen Grimm • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Darryl • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful place to stay ,staff was helpful with the local attractions. Would definitely recommend

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Annette • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

I couldn’t love this place more. My second time. The service is great. It’s very sweet. Clean. Nicely decorated. I only wish I had had the chance to eat at the restaurant. Menu looks incredible

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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marvin • couple • de
9
Super Hotel und gute Lage!
Pros:

Unser Zimmer war sehr sauber und komfortabel. Zur Begrüßung haben wir jeder ein Croissant bekommen, was wir sehr nett und aufmerksam fanden. Das einzigst negative fanden wir, dass man nirgends im Hotel rauchen darf - ein bisschen übertrieben. Wir mussten dafür immer aus dem Hotel raus auf die Straße. Direkt ums Eck kommt man zu einem schönen See, bei dem man auch Kajak fahren kann. Also nur zu empfehlen! :)

Cons:

Dass man zum Rauchen jedesmal auf die Straße muss.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Smith • couple • us
10
Being our first time there was fantastic, was very impressed by location and setting of town.
Pros:

Room was amazing, it was tucked away in a quiet place and very clean.

Cons:

There was NOTHING that we did not like about our stay.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
10
Cons:

Wish there was a coffee maker in the room.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Sehr schöne Anlage, das Zimmer war okay für eine Nacht.

Cons:

Inklusive Frühstück, kann man auch weggelassen, es war sehr dürftig, selbst für amerikanische Verhältnisse. Das Bett war sehr weich.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee