Paddletail Waterfront Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
614 Nw Us Highway 19, Crystal River, FL, 34428
  • Hunter Spring Park
    16 min walk
  • Crystal River Preserve State Park
    18 min walk
  • Three Sisters Springs
    5 min drive
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    51 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Crystal River

At Paddletail Waterfront Lodge you'll be 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from Hunter Spring Park and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Three Sisters Springs. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to boat tours and kayaking. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. .With a stay at this Crystal River hotel, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Crystal River Archaeological State Park.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Spring Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Crystal River Watersports Marina - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sara's Diner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cracker's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Paddletail Waterfront Lodge

Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. There's an onsite business centre.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Paddletail Waterfront Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Crystal River hotel.

  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge offers 113 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Grassroots Coffee

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Crystal River Resort
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge Hotel
Best Western Crystal River Resort
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge Crystal River
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge Hotel Crystal River

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

Yep, Paddletail Waterfront Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge on 1 Dec 2024 start from AU$182.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

The closest beach to Paddletail Waterfront Lodge is Fort Island Gulf Beach (9 km).

Does Paddletail Waterfront Lodge have a pool?

Paddletail Waterfront Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

No, Paddletail Waterfront Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Paddletail Waterfront Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Paddletail Waterfront Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room 3111 was very damp. Must have flooded not too long ago. Bathroom door was swollen would not close. No table with chairs to eat at. Desk chair was rickety and unsafe to sit in. Phone did not work Property under construction next to our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The parking spots are very small. Especially if you’re driving a truck.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and grounds were nice and clean. Bed was hard. They should put a memory foam topper on them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice but a bit of a shambles.
Room next to a building site. Started work at 8am Saturday morning. Big foot staying upstairs. Old man looking through the window at 10am Saturday morning. No USB charging points. Not worth $170 a night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ll definitely be going back. Everything is very convenient and it very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Crystal River trip
We enjoyed our stay and it was close to a lot of cool places
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in went smoothly. Everyone was so kind and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff was great! The room was perfect for our needs as a family of four. There was plenty of linens, water was hot and AC was cold. Will stay again when we return! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed. Will definitely be back. Staff was awesome. Coffee bar could use some creamer but that’s literally the only “con” if you can it that
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nichole

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Everything was good except the phone didn’t work and shower leaked
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacation
Had a great week
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

eledra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is under going renovations currently but other than that room was very clean , bed was nice, parking is good with a boat, the only problem I had was that I could not pay for the boat trailer parking thru the resort.. you have to go to another building and company to pay for the boat ramp and boat parking. Which I was almost too late to get before they closed. So little tricky. My advice for the resort is to connect and be able to pay for boat trailer parking and ramp and water slips with the resort not a third party property on the grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

randi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Paddletail Lodge was the perfect place to stay to scallop & explore Crystal River. The rooms were clean, beds were comfortable & parking & boat ramp was convenient. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Will def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024