Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Hunter Spring Park

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Exterior
Free buffet breakfast
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1203 Ne 5th St, Crystal River, FL, 34429
  • Place, Hunter Spring Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Accessible Tub)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Crystal River

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Hunter Spring Park and Three Sisters Springs. This 75-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Spring Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Copp Winery & Brewery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Hunter Spring Park
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a meeting room, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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 center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG on Oct 19, 2025 start from $124.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do near Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Crystal River, and it's within a short 11-minute walk of Bowlero Crystal River. You'll also find Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park within a short drive.

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

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG serves free buffet breakfast from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG for a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG.