Retreat at Crystal Manatee

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Independent
9.4 (116 reviews)
310 N Citrus Avenue, Crystal River, Florida, 34428 , Crystal River , US
1-2818277715

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Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Service
Location
Room Quality
Food Quality
Cons:
Mattress Comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
9.75
The room was spotless, indicating a high level of cleanliness.
Service
9.65
Staff was incredible, signifying excellent service quality.
Location
9.35
Walking distance to restaurants and nightlife, highlighting a great location.
Room Quality
9.15
The room was amazing and comfortable, suggesting high room quality.
Amenities
8.95
An iron would be a nice addition, indicating some room for improvement in amenities.
Value for Money
9.55
Overall experience seemed to reflect good value for money considering the positive sentiments.
Food and Beverage
9.25
The restaurant had incredible food, pointing to high quality in food and beverage offerings.
Overall Experience
9.55
The stay was loved and exceeded expectations, reflecting a great overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:55

Property Description

Escape to Retreat at Crystal Manatee, where comfort meets nature in the heart of Crystal River.

Stunning Views and Outdoor Spaces
Take in breathtaking views from our terrace and lush garden, ideal for relaxation after a day of adventure.

Modern Comforts
Our air-conditioned rooms are equipped with flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless internet, ensuring you'll stay connected and entertained during your stay.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy hassle-free amenities like express check-out, multilingual staff, and free self-parking. Plus, make the most of our luggage storage options as you explore the nearby attractions.

Experience the charm of Crystal River with just a short drive to iconic natural wonders. Book your stay at Retreat at Crystal Manatee today!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GNV

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 116 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.75
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.15
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 9.55
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Andre • solo_traveller • de
10
Idyllische Oase, zentral gelegen.
Pros:

Tolle Lage, sehr zentral dennoch sehr ruhig gelegen. Mit viel Liebe zum Detail in die Landschaft integriert. Ein toller Garten mit Sitzgelegenheiten für jedes Zimmer. Das Personal war sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Die Ausstattung der Zimmer und des Frühstücksraumes war sehr hochwertig und in tadellosem Zustand. Das Zimmer verfügte über eine moderne, sehr leise Klimaanlage. Kostenlose Parkmöglichkeiten waren in unmittelbarer Nähe vorhanden. Es gab eine kleine kulinarische Begrüßungsüberraschung mit einer persönlichen Nachricht.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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VICKI • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Great reception and service. Very friendly and helpful. Great location in Crystal River you can walk to restaurants and the few shops. Kayak tour meeting point right next door on wharf. Hotel treats you to an evening pastry delivered to your door. Split A/C very quiet in room. Great shower!
Quiet and clean. Restaurant on site run by the owners daughter is wonderful european style and fine dining. I recommend Wateres Edge Kayak Tours. Would definitely return to this hotel.

Cons:

Would have appreciated a coffee machine in the room though the hotel leaves open the breakfast area with coffee and hot water all day. Breakfast is not American style with a big spread. Coffee, tea, toast, cereal, and yogurt available.
In town some places closed Mondays and some Tues including kayak tours.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Erika AMG180 • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Locatie van de b&b , de gronden er rond zeer verzorgd de omgeving . Nabijheid van alles en de lekkere croissants of cholodabroodjes net zoals in bakker in ons land was top
Prachtig

Cons:

Wij hebben op ons verblijf niets negatief aan te merken

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Bernhard • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Gute Lage, nettes Personal, einfaches Frühstück im Preis inbegriffen

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • couple • us
7
We enjoy the Crystal river area and the Retreat is conveniently located near the sites we like to vi
Pros:

Location was very convenient for the main place we wanted to visit while there. Room was clean and beds comfortable.

Cons:

No microwave in room.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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karen • couple • us
9
Super comfortable, adorable boutique hotel stay in order to enjoy the springs at a leisurely pace.
Pros:

Loved how close we were to the springs - literally walking distance. Free parking was an absolute bonus. Absolutely loved how the clean and adorable the room was! The entire property was amazing! We super loved and appreciated the baked goods left on our door!

Cons:

It wasn't bad, but the continental breakfast was a little lacking - but it was totally okay because they gave us amazing baked goods each day!

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • gb
9
Enjoyable, relaxing and comfortable
Pros:

Excellent location. Really comfortable room and helpful staff

Cons:

More choice of fruit for breakfast would have been great

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • solo_traveller • us
10
Very relaxing atmosphere.
Pros:

It is absolutely gorgeous and kept. Beautiful foliage. Rooms were so pretty and very clean.

Cons:

There was nothing to not like.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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philip • couple • us
10
great
Pros:

room one, great room the only thing is the bed is shot. either side of the king bed is slumpy with a mound in the middle.

Cons:

the bed

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Glen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great stay
Pros:

Great value for the money beautiful gardens

Cons:

The only downside was the shower water temperature was like warm.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Tina • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • nl
9
Prachtige plek en een prachtig verblijf
Pros:

In een woord super ! Elke dag werden er verse croissantjes aan de deur gehangen .

Cons:

In klein zwembad zou fijn zijn 😁

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Kami • couple • us
9
Adorable hotel with lush landscaping iothat is very clean, upgraded and welcoming.
Pros:

Super cute facility. The owners obviously take a lot of pride in delivering a great experience. We were randomly upgraded for free to a larger room and larger bed, which was generous. Also, a treat bag containing fresh and delicious croissants was left on our door as a welcome. Sweet touch!

Cons:

The curtains in the bedroom need to be upgraded to blackout. The hotel is downtown, and we could see the headlights of cars coming and going all night, which made it hard to fall asleep.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Meldad • solo_traveller • nl
9
Excellent
Pros:

Nice place!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
10
Excellent atmosphere, friendly staff, great location!
Pros:

Excellent atmosphere, friendly staff, great location! This resort is beautifully landscaped, rooms are nicely furnished and clean, the staff was very accommodating!

Cons:

The mirror in our bathroom was a little too high for my wife.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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MARK • couple • us
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • couple • us
1
Avoid
Pros:

It's a chocolate-covered onion. It's nothing more than an old motel calling itself a hotel because it gussied up the rooms with some new tile, paint and a shower with too many gadgets.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • gb
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Carsten • extended_group • de
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee