Clean room, great price, location is exceptional. Stayed there to go scalloping in the morning. Had…read moreparking for vehicles with trailers.

Stayed overnight as our house was being treated inside for HVAC, I'm a local…read more I brought along our two small fur babies and found it convenient and easy to bring them outside to do their business. Check-in was friendly and quick. The room was a nice size with a siting area and desk area. The bathroom a good size with shampoo, conditioner, soap and lotion provided. I had a noisy neighbor slamming the door a lot but I feel that happens most of the time in hotels. The bed was mediocre, not too hard but not that comfy. As I was about to turn off the light there was a small palmetto bug on the shade. I'm a local so I'm use to that but it still gave me the creepy crawly. Breakfast was nothing to write home about. Simple food with not much flavor.

A very nice motel ! Our room was clean and well kept! The folks at the front desk were friendly and…read morehelpful, too. We enjoyed our stay very much, and the restaurant/bar across the parking lot was a great place to have lunch!

If I could give 3.5 stars I would. The staff is super nice and accommodating, room is dated- but…read morevery clean. Pet Friendly is a huge plus, we love traveling with our dogs. There is a boat ramp in the back of the property- which is super cool. Bed is not super comfortable, but it's not horribly miserable either. If you are looking for 5 star this isn't it, but if you want a cozy place to crash this dated motel works just fine.

This place is pure magic. If you love mermaids and manatees, you'll be charmed from the moment you…read morepull into the driveway. A large mermaid statue greets you, surrounded by whimsical decorations and beautiful artwork. Inside, the floors and ceilings are hand-painted by an incredibly talented artist, and the mermaid-and-manatee theme blends together perfectly. The host, Joanne, is attentive while still respecting your privacy. She showed me around, answered all my questions, and made sure I knew she was just a phone call away if I needed anything. I was there to celebrate my birthday, and she had a banner over the bed and a nice bottle of champagne waiting in my room--such a thoughtful touch. You definitely won't go hungry here. There were muffins, bagels, cookies, fruit, snacks, and more than I could count. For breakfast, there were eggs, bacon, sausage, oatmeal, and plenty of options to cook at your leisure. Drinks ranged from water and juice to soda, beer, and wine. I stayed in the Scallop Room on the ground floor. Each room has its own key, private bathroom, TV, and everything you might need. The bed was comfortable and very clean. In the evening, the owner lit the fire pit and provided s'mores so we could sit by the river, watch the sunset, and relax. Outside, there are kayaks, paddle boards, water bikes, and more. It was my first time kayaking on the river, and I had a wonderful time watching a manatee and her baby (from a respectful distance), along with fish jumping and birds diving. One of those special days I'll remember for years. The only challenge for me was getting out of the kayak at low tide .A grab bar or some support near the steps would make it easier for guests Treat yourself to a visit to Crystal River and the Crystal Blue Lagoon B&B--you'll love it.

I was blown away by our experience here. I'm a city person who prefers high-end hotels, but I also…read morelove manatees and wanted to visit Crystal River. My husband and I debated where to stay and took a risk with Crystal Blue Lagoon B&B, since we couldn't find a lot of reviews online. We booked the manatee room because we were charmed by the eccentric decor (it seemed better than a potentially run down room in a generic chain hotel) and we could not have been happier with our choice! While in Crystal River, we spent a lot of money on private boat tours (Manatees in Paradise is the best if you're wondering), but you don't even need to book a tour if you stay here. They have a manatee sanctuary spring pretty much on the property (populated by 30+ manatees during our stay). Plus, they have tons of water toys you can use and everything you need to swim with the manatees on site. Many of the boat tours would anchor there so people could swim with the manatees, but we had a perfect view of them by just standing on the lawn and looking into the spring, something the people on the boat tours couldn't do. Truly, it was the best manatee experience we had in Crystal River! Our room in the B&B was comfortable, clean, and completely charming, if not luxurious. It feels a bit like visiting your most artistic friend or family member. The shower had great water pressure and plenty of hot water, which came in handy as the weather was cold during our stay. The kitchen was overflowing with a huge assortment of snacks, drinks (including wine and beer), and food you can prepare if you're so inclined. I've already recommended Crystal Blue Lagoon B&B to friends, and we will absolutely stay here next time we visit!

Charming little motel. Clean, friendly staff, great location! Very quiet. They delivered fresh…read morebaked croissants shortly after we checked in. Restaurant on site.

We stayed one night in a deluxe king room Valentines Day weekend because we were traveling from…read moreTampa to Ocala. The online reservation process was seamless and easy to navigate. We received another confirmation email prior to our arrival that made it clear early check-in before 3 could not be accommodated so we were careful to arrive between the check-in hours of 3-9 PM. Check-in was easy and the room was very well appointed with everything we needed. We've stayed in everything from 5-star hotels in Europe and Indonesia to very cheap motels in small towns. This hotel competes with some of the better places we have stayed. The hotel is has been renovated by the owners and matches the cute quaint vibe of the city itself, Crystal River. It is also within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the water / boat ramps which we loved. The room came with a bottle of wine and some sweet treats which we really appreciated. Especially once we learned that getting a spot for dinner on Valentines Day in the small town was pretty much impossible. Because of this we opted to get carry out, open our wine, and enjoy the dessert left in the room. As others mentioned the room was spotless, we found the decor to be current and fresh, the bathroom was stunning, and the AC and refrigerator were perfect. We will return at the next possible time and highly, highly recommend.

Amazing Superior service at many levels…read more Incredible bedding and pillows World class horse facility on site. Tried Polo sport club

1000% YES - this place is awesome! SO much better than every other hotel we've stayed at in…read moreFlorida. This hotel felt like and treated their guests like a true 5 star hotel. First....the grounds are beautiful, well maintained and vast. Upon arrival there's a choice of valet or self-park just out front. Before you can even get to the door someone has rushed to open it and greet you warmly. In fact, 1 guy was there at noon when we arrived and still there at 9pm. Even at 9pm he was still hustling, smiling and putting in just as much effort as he was many hrs earlier. The excellence of staff continued beyond the doormen. Every single staff member we encountered was equally engaged, acknowledged guests, was friendly and was genuinely competent at their job. SO refreshing!! We never saw any of the staff on their phones or busy talking with each other. The work ethic & polish this hotel expects from staff is obvious, appreciated & makes an impact on how we felt as guests. Upon entry, the lobby is gorgeous! Pristine, classy yet inviting. Loved the player piano & large fireplace. There were even some really lovely olive wood crosses available at the front desk, which was an especially nice touch over Easter. Often when a lobby is beautiful, the rooms are a let down. Not here! I didn't see any areas that were in need of attention. Our room felt incredibly clean - no missed corners, grimy spots, etc. It was immaculate and so welcoming...oh, and the room was really really big...and so comfortable. There was a large 2 door closet as well as a smaller closet for our child to use and appreciated having 3 suitcase holders that could fit into the closets so we didn't have to look at them in the room. The chairs in the room were actually comfortable to sit in and made sense with their location. Beds were wonderful and I might have to get 1 of their pillows as it was the first night in awhile that my neck hasn't hurt. Winning! The chocolates by the bedside were a fun treat, particularly the lemon truffle. The next key takeaway from this hotel is how clean it is everywhere. Already mentioned the lobby & rooms, but were out by the arena after the candy shop had closed and the person cleaning had all chairs completely off the floor, rug rolled up and outside and was cleaning like they wanted it to shine. My husband immediately noted that's a sign that someone actually taught the person how they wanted it cleaned rather than just asking them to clean. Big difference. Seriously - I could write a novel about this hotel/property and how great it was. Dog portraits line the walls and halls. There's a small patisserie (large one in the Manor, which you also need to explore), toy shop, bar, restaurant and shops to explore. You MUST stop at the patisserie - fresh, beautiful. We grabbed some items in a lovely box to take home as a gift. We also had breakfast at Stirrups and fully recommend dining here. It was wonderful and blew away all the "best" restaurants in Ocala. Our fruit platter was customizable, came with pink pineapple slices (!) and dragon fruit bits. The 3 egg omelet was the size of a 6 egg omelet and had more beautifully cooked bacon than one could hope. While filling our water glasses the pitcher dripped a couple times. Love that our server was right there with her towel to notice every detail. Beyond the really delicious food and outstanding service, we loved watching the horses warming up in the arena outside, looking around at the many dog portraits in the room and relaxing in the large leather chairs. HUGE shout out to the management staff! It's obvious the leadership here has expectations, does comprehensive training with staff and is actively engaged in ensuring the quality of the hotel. Is The Equestrian Hotel more expensive than the other hotel on site or hotels closer to town - yes, but it's so worth it and we would happily pay a higher price to stay here. Thank you for the wonderful weekend retreat!! We can't wait to return!

The name of this place is actually the Plantation Inn at Crystal Resort and the Adventure Center…read morewhere you can is right book tours to swim with manatees is right on property. After reading all the reviews, I would say give this place another try. We recently stayed there during their soft reopening after Hurricane Helene. While there was not many guests, reception, continental breakfast and housekeeping were all handled well. The room is akin to a basic hotel room, no frills but comfortable and there is a mini fridge. It was comfortable. My only complaint is the water pressure in the shower. My favorite feature is the manatee water fountain at the front of the property. Even if you choose to stay elsewhere, stop by to check out the fountain.

Outdated, dirty, and lacking customer service (even the renovated sections)! Motel quality for…read moreresort price. We paid $215/night for each room for two rooms for two nights. Booked directly with hotel. This is the price of a decent room in a decent hotel. First, this place is undergoing renovations from a prior flood a few years ago (why still under renovation after so long?) - so expect nothing fancy. There was trash around the grounds and hallways. The sound traveled down the halls into the rooms because of all the tile - expect LOTS of noise. We had to call maintenance because our dresser drawers kept rolling out - they sent someone up to tape the drawers shut (classy!). This place is the quality of a Motel 6! They did not provide full service housekeeping - they only changed towels and did not straighten up or even make the beds. When I asked about this, they said they made this change recently because they lacked staff. But, the price did not change as a result. I argued that I was not informed of this on booking and since they removed this service after I booked the rooms they should charge less. The manager checked with the new owners who said they would not refund anything. Obviously they care less about customer service than making a profit. Sad. When you stay in a hotel, you should have your beds made (they don't have to change the linens, but at least make the beds). The breakfast - cold stuff, nothing special. The lady who oversaw this was very friendly though. This place is just dirty and outdated (even the so called "renovated" parts). The only good thing is it being conveniently located next to the charter boats for scalloping. I would not stay here again.

Julie at the front desk was very welcoming. We got a welcome letter from the manager for being…read moremembers, along with an upgrade. Very nice touch! Feels like the rooms were recently remodeled. The room was clean and spacious, the residing lights, desk area and layout area were useful. They also have a mineral pool. The breakfast buffet had less options from other hotels I've stayed at. We will definitely stay here next time we're in Florida. Pros: - Friendly staff - Updated rooms - Mineral pool -Clean gym Cons: -buffet could use a revamp 12.22.24

Clean, clean, clean. Large room, wall-mounted toiletries full. Some alcoholic beverages available…read morefrom front desk. Snacks counter and soft drink/water vending machine. Right off HWY 41, close to Home Depot, Walmart, CVS and Walgreens. Staff was extremely kind and helpful. Will definitely return.

Awesome stay! Staff was top notch especially the manager. Rooms and entire hotel had been renovated…read moreso nice condition. Bed could've used a little love as it was not super comfy. Breakfast was very clean with many options and tasty! Staff offered the kids coloring pages, free waters, and anything else they could've needed for a rainy day. Military family friendly. 10/10 will stay here again.

Super friendly staff, clean and safe location. We spent just one night in/out of town. Everyone was…read morevery welcoming -thank you!!!

Pros: great location. Walking distance to town, multiple bars & restaurants and Hunter Springs…read more Plenty of boat docks. Rooms are large and clean. Pool is really nice for what it is. Spring fed and cold! Cons: no hot water. Luke warm at best. AC is decent but could be better. No ice. Ice maker was not working on this trip in this room. Fridge did not get very cold. Freeze did not freeze. We enjoyed grilling out and having our dinners at the tables facing the sunset. Really nice. Overall it was a good stay with access to the water and close proximity to downtown. Old Florida !

A beautiful old fashioned motel located on the Kings Bay waterway in Crystal River. This place is…read morenostalgic because Dave stayed here with his family over 60 years ago. There are 18 units that are efficiencies. They are kept very well and have a kitchen and lovely bathroom. Everything is provided for you. There is a spring fed pool that you can swim in. The property is adjacent to the water, so you can fish or sit outside and enjoy the view. The motel is located just a few blocks from downtown and there are restaurants, gift and coffee shops. There are trails and water near by and Dave took his electric bike all over today. What a great place to visit and relax for a few days! They even let us park Pandy right across from our room! They provide grills and briquettes for their quests and there is a covered area with picnic tables where you can eat. Thank you Kings Bay for an enjoyable stay! We love supporting our local community businesses wherever we are!