Nestled in Springs at Kings Bay, Retreat at Crystal Manatee invites you to unwind with a garden stroll or lounge on the terrace. Connect to WiFi and enjoy extended parking; previous guests rave about the hotel's walkable location.
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 76 min drive
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 86 min drive
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 89 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 97 min drive
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 110 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 15 min walk
Bayside Kraft Kitchen - 7 min walk
Dunkin' - 13 min walk
Taco Bell - 11 min walk
About this property
Retreat at Crystal Manatee
Retreat at Crystal Manatee puts you just a 5-minute drive from Three Sisters Springs. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the walkable location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
3 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Retreat Crystal Manatee Hotel
Retreat Manatee Hotel
Retreat Crystal Manatee
Retreat Manatee
Retreat at Crystal Manatee Hotel
Retreat at Crystal Manatee Crystal River
Retreat at Crystal Manatee Hotel Crystal River
Frequently asked questions
Does Retreat at Crystal Manatee offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Retreat at Crystal Manatee does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Retreat at Crystal Manatee?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Retreat at Crystal Manatee?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Retreat at Crystal Manatee?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Retreat at Crystal Manatee and nearby?
Retreat at Crystal Manatee has a garden.
What's the area around Retreat at Crystal Manatee like?
Retreat at Crystal Manatee is a short 20-minute walk from Three Sisters Springs and 4 minutes' walk from Hunter Spring Park. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.
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Reviews
Retreat at Crystal Manatee Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Freshly baked pastries and a variety of breakfast items, including bagels, cream cheese, fruits, and jam, were enjoyed by guests. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Beautiful property, and close to all the springs and activities in town.Loved the quietness and upgraded shower.
Shelley
Shelley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
The shower was wonderful! The room was clean. The staff was friendly.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
We loved our stay here. We would definitely come back and would highly recommend.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
Enjoyed our stay very much
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
The Retreat was absolutely adorable and clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms are renovated and bathrooms are amazing!
laney
laney, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
It was a nice quiet area with large all single story rooms
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
Charming and convenient to everything
This place is absolutely charming. It’s also super conveniently located with restaurants, activities, and stores just steps away. Loved everything about my stay.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Such a quaint lil Spanish villa style garden hotel. Very cute.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
Mattress
Loved everything except the bed - the foam topper on the mattress did not allow us to turn from side to side easily. Very difficult to get out of.
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
It was a great property
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Starr friendly and attentive. Room was clean. Croissants were delicious! Area was quiet. Restaurants and stores within walking distance.
Becky
Becky, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Cute little hotel with great artistic pieces throughout. Loved that we could walk to the nearby shops and restaurants. We were in town to see the manatees at Crystal River, which was only a couple minutes away, so perfect.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
It was beautiful! Staying there my next time.
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
After we checked in, the front desk clerk walked us to our room. everyday we had a bag of croissants on our door everyday. That was a nice gift. Not much for breakfast. Only toast, bagels and cereals. Limited drinks only draw back. If they had a full breakfast for the price of the room would make it a great place.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Absolutely loved my stay here! Thank you!
Marcy
Marcy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Clean
Very clean safe place. Loved location close to town and were able to walk to Three Sister Springs less than 2 miles to see many manatees.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
This is a great place to stay, extremely clean and pretty, very nicely updated. They offer fresh afternoon pastry's and unlimited coffee. Very cozy and comfy spot, extremely friendly staff.
Lauren
Lauren, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
Close and comfortable
Close to attractions and restaurants. The room was spacious but spartan. Could use a few rugs. Had a Mimi fridge but no microwave or coffee maker in room, however the breakfast room did.
Nice overall. Outdoor patios and flowers were a nice touch.
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Very well done, Room was great. Staff very friendly. Quiet
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 11, 2025
The launch person was very helpful and told us where to see the most wild life.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Absolutely Amazing!
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Beautiful boutique room!
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
This stay was the cherry on top for my trip in Florida, just exceeded all expectations and really made it special!!! Wouldn't blink at booking here again!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Great coffee
We had a lovely stay here. The hotel has clearly been updated recently and the room was in perfect condition. The grounds are lovely with a spa-like atmosphere! The staff were friendly and helpful. We needed to check in late, which can be done until 11pm. They have a futuristic coffee maker that grinds the beans for each cup! Breakfast options were a little uninspiring but the coffee made up for that.
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Surprising Gem!
A surprising gem in the little town of Crystal River. The staff was lovely, coffee surprisingly good, and fresh pastries delivered to your room daily.