The Best Hotels Closest to Fort Island Gulf Beach in Crystal River for 2026

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A hotel entrance with a glass door, a hallway leading to the interior, and a doormat with a motivational message.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel reception area with a seating area, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

1. Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL

11.3 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Tina

₩152,772

₩169,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A clear swimming pool with a deck, a covered pavilion, and a view of a lake and distant buildings.

A wooden staircase leading up to a high mound, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a metal railing, and a view of a body of water.

A marina with boats docked and a building with a covered area.

2. King's Bay Lodge

Springs at Kings Bay, 9.5 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Dina

₩133,900

₩178,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with a wooden counter, seating, ceiling fans, and a view of the water.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs under a shaded area, overlooking a body of water.

A waterfront hotel with a large boat in the foreground, palm trees, and a building with a white roof and multiple windows.

A spacious lobby with a Christmas tree, seating areas, and a bar.

3. PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Christy

₩167,676

₩186,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A garden pathway leading to a gated entrance with lush greenery and hanging moss.

A dining area with a rustic brick wall, a wooden table with benches, and a large tapestry on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a shower, and a wall with artwork.

A building with a number 26 door, surrounded by lush green foliage and vibrant red flowers.

4. Retreat at Crystal Manatee

Springs at Kings Bay, 9.7 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Lorraine

₩187,645

₩208,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a staircase leading to another level.

A park with palm trees, a lake, and a pathway.

A waterfront property with a patio, a small pool, and a view of the water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Plantation Resort on Crystal River

10.5 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Alicia

₩125,455

₩139,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a painting of a sunset over water, and a door.

A building with a covered entrance and a large arched window.

A commercial washer with Tide detergent and a stack of white towels.

A restaurant interior with booths and tables, a cash register, and a 'Denny's' sign.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Crystal River

8 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Steven

₩82,029

₩91,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden bench with cushions, a glass table with a 'WELCOME' sign, and a brick patio.

A decorated Christmas tree with ornaments and lights, a wooden sign with 'OFF' and 'AROUND' text, and two reindeer figures with garlands.

A sign for Nature Coast Inn & Cottages with room and cottage rentals.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a red stove.

7. Nature Coast Inn and Cottages

14.2 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Catherine

₩115,414

₩202,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with various bottles.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, leather seating, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a red roof.

8. Rodeway Inn Homosassa

16.2 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Kelley

₩72,378

₩83,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A table set with a puzzle, books, a candle, and snacks on a balcony with a view of a river and palm trees.

A two-story house with a covered porch and a wooden deck leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Crystal River Lullaby B&B

8.2 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Vincent

₩319,068

₩354,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pathway, and a view of a pool.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television mounted on the wall, and shelves with bottles.

A restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the outdoors.

A dock with several boats moored, a wooden walkway, and a building with a sign reading "The Port Hotel & Marina".

10. The Port Hotel & Marina

Springs at Kings Bay, 10.1 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Kim

₩109,837

₩121,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and framed artwork on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, balconies, and a parking lot with a blue car.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window with a view of greenery, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

11. Quality Inn Crystal River

7.8 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Johnny

₩80,206

₩89,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rectangular swimming pool with a blue tiled interior and a white edge. There are two metal ladders on the right side.

A bedroom with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp and a telephone, and a mirror on the wall.

A grassy area with a barbecue grill, picnic tables, and a building with a sign indicating a breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.

A parking lot with several vehicles, including a yellow SUV, a black truck, and a red car.

12. Withlacoochee Motel

13.5 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Kristy

₩87,122

₩104,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious living area with a red and white checkered sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. A large plant is in the corner, and the kitchen is visible in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a wooden floor, a blue rug, a red stool, and a shelf with decorative items.

A backyard with a swing set, wooden chairs, a grill, and a small table.

A living room with a wooden floor, a brown sofa, a red checkered sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet.

13. NEW Listing Discount! • Near Manatees & Springs

9.7 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

samantha

₩117,012

₩367,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

14. Econo Lodge Crystal River

8 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Keith

₩62,661

₩69,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a sliding glass door to a balcony, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small shelf with decorative items.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a glass dining table, and a built-in refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a dining area with a glass table and white chairs.

A living room with a red sofa, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

15. The Happy Haven Near Manatee Tours

9.7 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Laura

₩112,187

₩392,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A living room with a blue sofa, a yellow cabinet, and a ceiling fan.

A narrow hallway with a colorful striped floor leading to a bedroom with a bed and a desk.

A single-story house with a green exterior and a red door, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a refrigerator.

16. Pet-Friendly Crystal River Retreat - Near Manatees & Golf

9.7 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Nancy

₩113,453

₩363,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A covered porch with a wooden bench, a glass table with a 'WELCOME' sign, and potted plants.

A wooden gazebo with a metal roof, surrounded by grass and a banana tree.

A building with a sign reading "Nature Coast Cafe" and a number "649" on the door.

A dining area with four tables and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a chandelier.

17. Nature Coast Inn and Cottages

14.1 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

Gail

₩221,424

₩312,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A stone pathway leading to a turquoise lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees with hanging moss.

A room with a large window overlooking a swimming pool, a wicker chair, a potted plant, and a rug.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A glass-top table with chairs, surrounded by potted plants, in a room with teal walls and large windows overlooking a swimming pool.

18. Private Room at Crystal River Retreat with Salt Water Pool

11.4 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

"Terrible. Ended up spending another $1,600 last minute to stay elsewhere. This is not an air bnb or anything similar. It’s is one child size bedroom in a rude old lady’s house. It is intentional false advertising. The “shared bathroom” clause is supposed to have you assume you will be sharing the place with the elderly woman that lives there and whatever guests she has in another room. She called us that day and corrected our grammar and was very rude. Upon arrival, we walked past a living area...

Rachel Ann

₩95,636

₩199,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and television.

A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with modern appliances.

A covered patio area with a blue patterned rug, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a dining table with chairs.

19. Coastal Group Getaway Near Three Sisters Springs

15.5 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

₩242,602

₩633,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, a ceiling fan, and large windows with greenery outside.

A living room with a TV, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A modern kitchen with yellow cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a glass dining table.

A bedroom with a bed, ceiling fan, bedside lamps, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Manatee Cove Retreat | Pet-Friendly Coastal Home Sleeps 6

9.7 km from Fort Island Gulf Beach

₩112,187

₩392,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Fort Island Gulf Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
King's Bay Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 453 reviews	View
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham	8.8 Excellent 1,571 reviews	View
Retreat at Crystal Manatee	9.4 Exceptional 439 reviews	View
Plantation Resort on Crystal River	7.6 Good 296 reviews	View

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Other attractions near Fort Island Gulf Beach

Spice Key

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spice Key during your travels in Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Charr Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Charr Island during your travels in Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Bear Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bear Island during your travels in Crystal River. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Fort Island Trail Park

9.0/10 (34 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Fort Island Trail Park and enjoy the boating in Crystal River. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Crystal River Archaeological State Park

8.8/10 (101 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Crystal River Archaeological State Park and popular activities like boating in Crystal River. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Crystal River with a stop at Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Crystal River Watersports Marina

9.2/10 (163 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Crystal River Watersports Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Crystal River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Island Gulf Beach?

Fort Island Gulf Beach is located in Crystal River. Travelers love the area for its beautiful river views. You'll find 191 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Fort Island Gulf Beach?

PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 5.6 mi (9 km) from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Fort Island Gulf Beach?

Expedia has 191 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fort Island Gulf Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Island Gulf Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Fort Island Gulf Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Fort Island Gulf Beach?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Fort Island Gulf Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near Fort Island Gulf Beach?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Fort Island Trail Park, Crystal River Preserve State Park, and Bear Island. You might plan a visit to Crystal River Archaeological State Park or Crystal River Watersports Marina while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Spice Key and Charr Island.

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Our top choices for Fort Island Gulf Beach hotels

1. Hampton Inn Crystal River, FL

2. King's Bay Lodge

3. PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4. Retreat at Crystal Manatee

5. Plantation Resort on Crystal River

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Crystal River

7. Nature Coast Inn and Cottages

8. Rodeway Inn Homosassa

9. Crystal River Lullaby B&B

10. The Port Hotel & Marina

11. Quality Inn Crystal River

12. Withlacoochee Motel

13. NEW Listing Discount! • Near Manatees & Springs

14. Econo Lodge Crystal River

15. The Happy Haven Near Manatee Tours

16. Pet-Friendly Crystal River Retreat - Near Manatees & Golf

17. Nature Coast Inn and Cottages

18. Private Room at Crystal River Retreat with Salt Water Pool

19. Coastal Group Getaway Near Three Sisters Springs

20. Manatee Cove Retreat | Pet-Friendly Coastal Home Sleeps 6

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Top Fort Island Gulf Beach Hotel Reviews

Other attractions near Fort Island Gulf Beach

Spice Key

Charr Island

Bear Island

Fort Island Trail Park

Crystal River Archaeological State Park

Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins

Crystal River Watersports Marina

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