When you stay at Plantation Resort on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection in Crystal River, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 5-minute drive of A Crystal River Kayak Company and Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge. .This golf resort is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Hunter Spring Park.
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min walk
Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk
Hunter Spring Park - 5 min drive
Three Sisters Springs - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
Sara's Diner - 3 min drive
Arby's - 3 min drive
About this property
Plantation Resort on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection
Riverfront resort with 3 restaurants connected to the convention center in Crystal River
Plantation Resort on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection offers 196 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including an outdoor tennis court and a marina. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
The spa is open select days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Make yourself at home in one of the 196 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this resort include a hair salon, shopping on site, and wedding services.
Enjoy American cuisine at West 82 Grill, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Crystal River? This resort has 11 square feet (1 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
West 82 Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
West 82 Bar - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
19th Hole Bar and Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Plantation Tiki Bar - Overlooking the golf course, this bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, German, Russian, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Parking and public transport
Self parking on site (USD 28 per stay)
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends: USD 15.95 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
3 restaurants
3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
Room service available
Restaurants on site
West 82 Grill
West 82 Bar
19th Hole Bar and Grill
Plantation Tiki Bar
Things to do
24-hour fitness centre
Billiards/pool table
Boat tours
Canoeing
Ecotours
Fishing
Full-service spa
Golf course
Golf driving range
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Motor-boating
Motorised watercraft
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Rafting
Segway hire/tours
Shopping
Snorkelling
A hot tub
Volleyball
Family friendly
Free cots/infant beds
Outdoor pool
Fridge
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Banquet hall
Lift
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Change of towels (on request)
Golf lessons
Hair salon
Housekeeping (on request)
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tennis lessons
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business centre
Conference space (11 square feet)
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Marina on site
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Spa
2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage - sports
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology
Spa open selected days
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Towels
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV
TV channels
Films for purchase
Premium channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Fridge
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters/chargers
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 6 2024 to March 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
Bar/Lounge(s)
Breakfast
Business center
Dining venue(s)
Fitness facilities
Golf course
Meeting facilities
Recreation facilities
Spa
Spa/Beauty services
Hot tub
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to March 31:
One of the dining venues
Bar/Lounge
Business center
Fitness facilities
Golf course
Meeting facilities
Parking area
Spa
Hot tub
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
The property will be renovating from October 25 2024 to March 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Bar/lounge
Business center
Dining venue(s)
Elevator
Exterior
Fitness facilities
Front desk
Hallway
Lobby
Meeting facilities
Parking area
Spa
Hot tub
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
6 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15.95 for adults and USD 9.95 for children
Self parking fee: USD 28 per stay
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Crystal River Plantation
Plantation Crystal River
Plantation Hotel
Plantation Hotel Crystal River
Plantation On Crystal River Hotel Crystal River
Plantation Resort Crystal River
Plantation on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collection
Plantation Resort on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collection
Plantation on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Plantation Resort on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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The location of the hotel is amazing. Everything else about it is terrible. It’s extremely run down and it was very dirty. Our room had dirt and hair all over the floor. The hallways were scuffed and the doors had black fingerprints all over them. Many repairs need to be made. They charge a $28 parking fee for your car to remain in an insecure parking lot per day. It’s not safe to leave valuable there, or in your room. There were cockroaches in the hallways.
We enjoyed our 1-night stay at The Plantation Resort. Staff was very nice and helpful. The pool was relaxing and the bar Manager, Shelly, poured delicious margaritas! Shelly was super sweet. We loved swimming with the manatees in Crystal River and we hope the staff is safe from the recent hurricane. This is an older property, but our room and bathroom was clean, had a mini-fridge, and we ate a delicious breakfast the next day on property.
I didn't like the fact that i saw a charge on my bank card without knowing there is basically a hidden fee for Parking/Ammenities. I dont understand why i am being charged to park where im staying and then amenities. Thats definitely a first time having to pay those fees, like had i known i would not park or use pool. Only thing that would hinder me from coming back.
The property was run down, the bathroom was covered in mold and all the linens were old and the pillows were torn. The property was not what it used to be.
Mike
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Kara, Lakeland
Travelled with group
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately this the photos made it look nice and new. It was the opposite. It was old and in need of a major update and renovation. When we checked in, our room was hot; the AC was running and back door was open. The rooms had dehumidifiers due to how old everything was and the ACs not running properly. The properly just didn’t look like the photos posted
Rooms over priced for the condition of the property, and musky smell in the rooms, like a possible past flood. Also AC issue in room.
Scott G
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
2/10 Terrible
LACIE
Travelled with family
8 Sept 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
MOLD! I left feeling disgusting and swearing to never return. I’ve been to The Plantation many times over the past 10 years and it’s beyond sad how downhill it has become. Truly a nightmare.
Absolutely horrible/hidden charges black mold in room staff unprofessional unconcerned and dismissive. Charged for parking when I didn’t drive
Theodore
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phillip
21 Aug 2024
Awesome. Front Desk and restaurant staff were very accommodating
Phillip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Victoria
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a facelift
We checked in and got to our room on the 2nd floor which had a very musty odor. I went to wash my hands in the bathroom and felt a drop of water on my neck. I looked up to see that the ceiling was cracked and leaking. We reported this to the front desk and they changed our room. Now we weee on the 1st floor. The toilet had debris or stain in it. We told the front desk and they sent someone to check it. It seemed to be some kind of paper that had gotten stuck. We stepped outside to the patio and it was very untidy. The chairs were dusty and the small table dirty. We cleaned them and enjoyed a little rest before going out to the pool. The grounds were very pretty and you could tell that this place had been a beautiful resort once. It has a lot of catching up to do. The staff from front desk to tiki bar to maintenance were all great, which is why we overlooked some things. We washed up only using the sink because the bath tub surface was horrible. Room 128. Also they must have a very big issue with mold as there was a humidifier in the room.
Interior doors leading from the different wings to the lobby were shabby. The rooms we saw seemed to have been newly decorated and very nice.
The service was amazing but we stayed during the storm so all facilities were flooded and our purpose for the trip (manatees) couldn’t go ahead.
Not the hotels fault but due to this is couldn’t rate the facilities.
Quaint hotel, beautiful pool area on the river, TIKI bar. Excellent food. Helpful staff. But there wasn't an elevator in our building but a staff member voluntarily brought our luggage up. Overall a beautiful place that could use some refreshing in some areas.
The hotel is in a nice location but it’s not the cleanest place. My room wasn’t ready at 4pm check-in time and others arriving same day had to wait around as well.