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.

We were there at the end of June and our stay was wonderful. The property is immaculate, the staff…read moreis friendly, knowledgeable and kind and their attention to detail is remarkable. We've stayed in other hotels that were highly rated and didn't come close to this hotel. They paled in comparison. The room was not dated or worn. The amenities were plenty, the breakfast was chock full of options and everything was so clean, the pool and the pool area was well kept as was the fitness room. The outside of the property was well maintained. Here's an example. It rained so the ashtray by the bench was full of water.Within an hour or two it was all cleaned with new sand in it. Someone left a bottle of water by the entrance and when I came back down it was gone. It's little things like that that speak volumes about their management. It was a wonderful stay and their management team is on top of everything. Upon arrival we were pleasantly surprised. This property well exceeded any expectations we had going in. Their hard work and dedication in making their guests experience a memorable one was appreciated and didn't go unnoticed. We will see them on our next visit for sure.

Very basic, clean room, during the week so it was quiet. The breakfast bar lacked a lot! Most of…read morethe hot items were cold and the cold items were warm.

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!

This RV park is mostly filled with permanent campers. There are a few spots that are available…read moreshort term. I'm staying here for the winter. And we chose this place because of its proximity to the Withlacoochee state trail, which if you don't know, is a 75 mile long rails to trails bike path. We love it and we get to it by crossing the street and riding about half mile on a sandy trail that takes you to the paved path. No need to put the bikes on the car and drive to a trail. But enough about the bike trail. Sandy Oaks is very quiet and very clean. They encourage you to wash your car and camper as they want to keep the park looking good. Most parks I've been in don't let you wash your car. Bath and showers are clean and well maintained and the laundry has 10 washers and dryers. They also have group activities and gatherings. We find it comfortable and well situated. But be aware that some of the spots are quite small. Not like a state campground.

BEWARE! Felt RIPPED OFF, Not customer oriented!. On Dec 16,…read more2023, my husband and I booked a 7-day RV stay at Sandy Oaks RV Park, Beverly Hills FL 34465. This was 9 weeks in advance of our Feb 18, 2024 arrival, planned so we could be close to a family member was scheduled to have surgery mid-Feb. Over Christmas we learned the date/location for surgery had changed. We immediately called to cancel and because we were at Day 55 (5 days into their 30 - 60 day window) for a full refund, they kept 50% of what we paid plus $40 admin fee. They charged us $279 out of the $355 we paid. They only had our reservation for 12 days!!!! We called and talked with Jodee, the manager, who was unwaivering and adamant those were the rules. We pointed out their website stated "50% of your security deposit plus $40 administrative fee" would be charged, not the entire amount of the 7-day stay. (Wow, we made a HUGE mistake paying 100% up front.) Our fellow RV-friends agreed that a refund of $279 for holding a reservation for 12 days was unreasonable and not consistent with their stated cancellation policy. They called and spoke with two different staff members who told them the 50% applied to 1st night's stay, not the entire 7 nights. e.g., cancellation charges would be $36 plus $40 admin totaling $76. Jodee charged us $279! Beware! this is not a nice "friendly and helpful" RV Park. Be sure to double check EVERYTHING before booking with them so you're not "ripped off" like we feel we were.

Beautiful and spectacular views. This is my favorite place to go and unwind and relax for a couple…read moredays. I live very close but if you coming from California or Maine or just around the bend Definitely worth the trip. The owner is super nice and very accommodating. It a Florida must see.

We took our boys here for a birthday fishing weekend. We had the best time! The views alone are…read moreamazing, along with the hospitality and the owner! Our boys have already made the request to do this every year! Such a relaxing place to unwind and be "off grid". Dawn you are amazing and keep it up!! Thank you for everything, our boys bragged about you all weekend and how nice you were to them Oh and even our dog Mac had a blasttt!!!

Very nice resort. Very helpful and friendly staff. Great concrete pads, plenty of room. Easily…read moreaccessible for our 46' toy hauler. The clubhouse was amazing. We had an awesome time. We've booked another trip next month. You'll love the area. Lots of things to do and great places to eat.

Beautiful resort with large concrete pads and ALL the amenities. Dog park, pond with nature path,…read morepickle ball courts and the most beautiful pool and hot tub. The shower/restrooms are large and private and best of all... clean! The resort was also very conveniently close to restaurants, parks, shops and tourist spots. Can't wait to come back when the park is complete (they are still expanding but the noise was minimal and it was actually fun to see how much they were getting done each day). The staff were amazing. Jim checked us in and got us parked, and daily we saw friendly folks cleaning, on golf carts and in the office. They have a huge clubhouse that will be great for large gatherings with several seating areas and a bar.

This place is not typical, but the people are nice and the place is very clean. There are huge…read moredinosaurs all over, and it's fun to walk around and find them; some are hidden and almost seem to sneak up on you. There are a couple short hiking trails with lots of props placed here and there. Yes, there are full time people in the camp, and some are very poor; the kindness of the camp owner is a good thing. If you stay here and expect a normal campground, you might be disappointed, but if you are ready for a little kookieness and very nice people, try this place.

If you are not a regular camper who's experienced different RV parks, this campground may feel a…read morelittle scary at first. There are permanent residents which I did not expect. We're used to Ginnie Springs or similar parks so this was new to us. I'm giving it 4 stars bc the owner, Jeff and the residents were friendly. The camp sites were clean, offered power, sewer and water and was very quiet. We didn't see a lot of families but it's towards the end of summer so didn't expect to. There are 3 bathrooms/showers. We only used the ones at the pool area and they were nice. The pond has a lot of brim, bass and more for catch and release. They offer kayaks and canoes to use anytime before dusk. After passing by other campgrounds that we saw on google I think we'd definitely stay here again. It's literally a 5 minute drive to Weeki Wachee too!

Great place great scenery. Lots to do around the campground. staff was very helpful. Campground was…read moreclean. All facilities were great.