Title: Indian Waters Travel Guide: Best of Indian Waters, Crystal River Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Indian Waters](https://expedia.co.uk/Indian-Waters-Hotels.d553248635976472323.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Crystal River](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Crystal River](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Indian Waters Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Indian-Waters.d553248635976472323.Car-Hire-Guide)[Indian Waters Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Indian-Waters.d553248635976472323.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Indian Waters Travel Guide ## Crystal River ![A Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) calf nurses at its mother's side. West Indian Manatees are related to elephants. Their status was changed from endangered to threatened in 2017.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472323/aed9d37c-c6a3-4baf-aa2b-7ebfb7232a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) calf nurses at its mother's side. West Indian Manatees are related to elephants. Their status was changed from endangered to threatened in 2017.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472323/aed9d37c-c6a3-4baf-aa2b-7ebfb7232a99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Indian Waters Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Crystal River travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River.dx6085423) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Florida manatee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976375781/7ed6d22c-0b98-42ac-bd1a-43a638023979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Sisters Springs 5/5(1 review) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Three Sisters Springs during your travels in Crystal River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Sisters-Springs-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248635976375781.Attraction) ![United States, Florida, Citrus County, Crystal River, Fisherman at sunset at Fort Island Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653956/8f88a314-5705-484d-8f7c-6e2479e33d31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Island Gulf Beach 4/5(1 review) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Fort Island Gulf Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Island-Gulf-Beach-Crystal-River.d553248621532653956.Attraction) ![ Four Florida Manatees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653966/1f7624c3-3efc-4937-8423-7451ada5c86e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge 4/5(3 reviews) Explore the lovely green spaces of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248621532653966.Attraction) ![Canoe on the Chassahowitzka River, Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, near Spring Hill, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653964/dcf25c69-d740-49df-bde7-871030b52216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Explore the lovely green spaces of Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chassahowitzka-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248621532653964.Attraction) #### Hunter Spring Park 4.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the lovely green spaces of Hunter Spring Park and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hunter-Spring-Park-Springs-at-Kings-Bay.d553248621532653967.Attraction) #### Plantation Inn and Golf Resort 3/5(1 review) Play a round of golf in Crystal River at Plantation Inn and Golf Resort, and enjoy other activities such as boating. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plantation-Inn-And-Golf-Resort-Crystal-River.d553248621532653963.Attraction) ### Things to do ![River Cruise with Manatee Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48233800/0693e719-cf20-4f17-a85d-f63d4c6286d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### River Cruise with Manatee Viewing £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/river-cruise-with-manatee-viewing.a48233800.activity-details) ![One of our tour boats on Kings Bay that you will be on to "See Crystal River"!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48789347/2be42da3-3eb6-4f48-8721-083178ac9a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### See Crystal River - Mantee & Wildlife Viewing Cruise £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/see-crystal-river-mantee-wildlife-viewing-cruise.a48789347.activity-details) ![Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48164227/6339ef7b-1324-4add-9c47-4cb1f35758fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River: Manatee Swim Group Tour £54 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crystal-river-manatee-swim-group-tour.a48164227.activity-details) ![Picture 10 for Activity Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47727671/4bc9eae8-9877-484b-b9f1-958fe9d37024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River: Manatee Viewing Cruise £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crystal-river-manatee-viewing-cruise.a47727671.activity-details) ![Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5000292/4ffae30f-f341-41fa-a34a-8d8a1284b425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crystal River Manatee Viewing Cruise £29 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crystal-river-manatee-viewing-cruise.a5000292.activity-details) ![Kings Bay Manatee Watching Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47190041/89349dd0-ac98-4a07-be91-36049cfe0918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kings Bay Manatee Watching Cruise £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kings-bay-manatee-watching-cruise.a47190041.activity-details) [See all activities in Crystal River](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Crystal-River.d6085423.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Indian Waters ![PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15400/e4822524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham 614 Nw Us Highway 19 Crystal River FL £100 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews) It was ok..nice room size needs small table and chairs in room we were in plus toilet needs to be taller... Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=15400&PinnedHotelID=15400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) ![Rodeway Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5873/9bbfd7fd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rodeway Inn 4076 S Suncoast Blvd Homosassa FL £54 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Homosassa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 6.6/10 (1,006 reviews) Clean room, amenities, staff and prices! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=5873&PinnedHotelID=5873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) ![Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12710000/12704500/12704476/9ec8c850_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs 20052 Brooks St Dunnellon FL £100 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dunnellon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Friendly staff Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=12704476&PinnedHotelID=12704476&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) ![Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2470000/2463300/2463265/9d5e62a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Crystal River by IHG 1203 Ne 5th St Crystal River FL £205 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Very nice rooms, staff was great location was goos Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2463265&PinnedHotelID=2463265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) ![Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25175400/25175388/daabe01f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table Dunnellon FL Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Dunnellon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Rainbow River and K.P. Hole County ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (191 reviews) House was everything we was hoping. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=25175388&PinnedHotelID=25175388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=25175388&PinnedHotelID=25175388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) ![The Port Hotel & Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4650000/4641700/4641634/be2c3b1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Port Hotel & Marina 1610 SE Paradise Circle Crystal River FL £79 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Crystal River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) Excellent location, great value, sweet staff, nice restaurant attached. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=4641634&PinnedHotelID=4641634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472323) [See all 1,315 properties in Indian Waters](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976472323) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Pelican-Cove.dx988571721122635776) ![Florida spring-fed river panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480705/e41c5544-e39d-41b4-9a7b-4fe9dfcff3be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woodland Estates When in Woodland Estates, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Crystal River Watersports Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Woodland-Estates.dx553248635976480705) ![Florida Crystal River, Cedar Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473861/bcd40a17-c867-42f5-81b2-dbeb07aecf08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woods N Waters When in Woods N Waters, you can plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and Fort Island Trail Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Woods-N-Waters.dx553248635976473861) ![Florida Keys Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472654/1b518862-c98b-4b8b-b04b-6708c37c6a79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Crystal Shores While Crystal Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hunter Spring Park and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Crystal-Shores.dx553248635976472654) ![Crystal River has natural springs feeding it. Crystal River Preserve State Park is in Citrus County, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481984/5363836a-59e5-4298-8044-da4cbdaab501.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dixie Shores When in Dixie Shores, you can plan a visit to Fort Island Trail Park and Crystal River Archaeological State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-River-Dixie-Shores.dx553248635976481984) ![Crystal River is a coastal city in western Florida. Kings Bay, which is fed by springs, is home to the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, sheltering manatees year-round.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479967/e7194ac8-76ba-4d87-9c71-5c20693f7d27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Springs at Kings Bay While visiting Springs at Kings Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Three Sisters Springs and Hunter Spring Park. 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