3.0 Star Property Near Plantation Inn and Golf Resort
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Verified Reviews of Plantation on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collection
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Very nice place off the beaten psth."
Overall Score4.0/5
Hotel is very nice, lots of amenities and most importantly they are pet friendly. The lobby and bar area smell terrible, like old people that haven't bathed, but that does not carry through to the restaurant or in any of the rooms.
Jalynn H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Mar-2020 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Mar 11 to Thu Mar 12 2020 at a $169.00 average nightly rate.
"Stay Elsewhere"
Overall Score2.0/5
Bed too hard. Room did not hv Central heat so our 39 degree night subjected us to a portable space heater. (Wth?) Restaurant food good but wwwaaayyy too expensive; even gift shop sells $.50 service station candy bars for $2.00!. $18.00 ADDTNL DAILY resort fee (not clearly disclosed when booking online) raised room rate by nearly 12%. Cornhole boards were a joke. Grounds are well maintained and Deana (outside bar) was terrific. Other Ascend hotel stays (Jax, FL) much btr. Overall. Just a ho hum experience.
Evan B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
01-Mar-2020 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 29 to Sun Mar 01 2020 at a $138.36 average nightly rate.
"GREAT ROOM, GOOD CLEANING SERVICE, EXCELLENT RESTAURANT."
Overall Score4.0/5
Only problem need to update sheets and mattresses. sheets were often very rough and the mattress is just plain soggy. It would be nice for those of us who stay 18 days if there was a microwave available for the room. Great cleaning services, restaurant serviced excellent food and the staff was very friendly. Nice to have 'pet friendly' hotel to stay at.
William Z. (Long term stay guest, booked 1 room), from
06-May-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 15 to Fri May 03 2019 at a $122.62 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful but in bad need of updating!"
Overall Score4.0/5
They were in the process of updating the front fountain! But they need to worry about the discolored carpet and non working A/C in the stairwells. Had a bad musky smell in the stairwells!
Dean S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 06 to Sun Apr 07 2019 at a $139.04 average nightly rate.
Summary of Verified Reviews
79
Good
Summary of 1,197 verified reviews
The TrustYou Meta-Review is a summary of verified reviews from across the web. These summaries use state-of-the-art algorithms to analyze review data and benchmark hotels against each other so you can find and book the perfect hotel.
"Good family hotel. Located near shopping areas with easy access to parking."
Location
95/100
220 reviews
"Great location, reasonable parking, and good sightseeing."
Bar
83/100
92 reviews
"Bar is awesome. Bar service is acceptable. Standard alcoholic drinks."
Service
70/100
265 reviews
"Reception is decent, with overall friendly and professional service."Old, neglected rooms with uncomfortable beds, yet lovely views.Housekeeping and management are lacking. Recreation staff is nice.Booking process should be better organized.
Breakfast
57/100
38 reviews
"Breakfast is decent but expensive."
Room
49/100
345 reviews
"Outdated, rooms with poor cleanliness and maintenance."Small rooms and poorly cleaned bathrooms.Average-sized rooms with great beds.Substandard furniture, A/C, TV's and kitchenettes.Shower can be a problem.
Amenities
46/100
265 reviews
"Subpar entrance area and older facilities, but wonderful grounds."Elevator in need of updating. Kids facilities are inadequate.Unspectacular architecture.
Wellness Area
41/100
25 reviews
"Wellness & sports facilities could be improved."
Vibe
37/100
167 reviews
"Atmosphere not particularly friendly, giving poor vibes."Hotel could use some updating.Entrance area is not particularly attractive. Stylish hotel.Awesome for families. Good resort hotel.Good for traveling with friends.
Cleanliness
23/100
206 reviews
"Problems with cleanliness in rooms, bathrooms, and pool area."Hotel facilities could use a good clean.
Rated 72/100 based on reviews from families.
"Good beach sports. Professional service."
Location
95/100
74 reviews
"Great location."
Bar
79/100
27 reviews
"Bar is awesome. Standard alcoholic drinks."
Service
70/100
79 reviews
"Friendly service, and reception was okay. Recreation staff is nice."
Pool
62/100
47 reviews
"Acceptable pools with some cleanliness complaints."
Breakfast
55/100
11 reviews
"Breakfast is average."
Comfort
53/100
43 reviews
"Room size and comfort are OK, but beds are great."Deficient A/C and too noisy rooms.
Room
48/100
116 reviews
"Inadequately cleaned and maintained rooms and bathrooms."Outdated rooms with deficient A/C, furniture, and kitchenettes.Average-sized rooms with great beds.
Wellness Area
41/100
7 reviews
"Wellness & sports facilities could be improved."
Amenities
41/100
81 reviews
"Subpar entrance area and older facilities, but wonderful grounds."Elevator in need of updating.
Vibe
29/100
67 reviews
"Atmosphere not particularly friendly, giving poor vibes."Hotel could use some updating.Entrance area is not particularly attractive.
Cleanliness
24/100
74 reviews
"Unclean rooms and pool area. Hotel facilities could use a good clean."
Rated 74/100 based on reviews from couples.
"Comfortable beds."
Location
93/100
32 reviews
"Great location."
Service
69/100
38 reviews
"So-so, but friendly, service, but low rated reception."Recreation staff is nice.
Breakfast
58/100
10 reviews
"Breakfast is average."
Value
47/100
8 reviews
"Value for money could be better."
Room
45/100
52 reviews
"Untidy, poorly-kept rooms with poor furniture and bathrooms."Average sized rooms.
Amenities
44/100
33 reviews
"Guests like the grounds but not the buildings or lobby."
Vibe
30/100
19 reviews
"Vibe is not too good. Hotel could use some updating."Entrance area is not particularly attractive.
Cleanliness
24/100
30 reviews
"Rooms could be cleaner. Hotel facilities could use a good clean."
Rated 77/100 based on reviews from solo travelers.
"Fantastic service."
Room
44/100
6 reviews
"Room needs to be improved."
Rated 80/100 based on reviews from all travelers.
"Good family hotel. Located near shopping areas with easy access to parking."
Location
94/100
14 reviews
"Great location."
Service
73/100
11 reviews
"Friendly service."
Pool
70/100
5 reviews
"Great pool."
Food
63/100
7 reviews
"Food is all right."
Amenities
52/100
7 reviews
"Pleasant hotel grounds and decent amenities."
Room
48/100
15 reviews
"Rooms could be cleaner."
Vibe
31/100
6 reviews
"Vibe is not too good."
Cleanliness
29/100
8 reviews
"Rooms could be cleaner."
Rated 77/100 based on reviews from couples.
"Fantastic service. Great location."
Location
94/100
9 reviews
"Great location."
Service
72/100
7 reviews
"Friendly service."
Comfort
60/100
5 reviews
"Comfortable."
Room
46/100
10 reviews
"Room needs to be improved."
Cleanliness
27/100
6 reviews
"Could use a good cleaning."
Rated 72/100 based on reviews from all travelers.
"Good family hotel. Located near shopping areas with easy access to parking."
Location
96/100
197 reviews
"Great location, reasonable parking, and good sightseeing."
Bar
82/100
90 reviews
"Bar is awesome. Bar service is acceptable. Standard alcoholic drinks."
Service
69/100
249 reviews
"Standard service overall, though very professional, and OK reception."Management seems lacking, with badly rated housekeeping, but friendly service.Old, neglected rooms with uncomfortable beds, yet lovely views.Recreation staff is nice. Booking process should be better organized.
Breakfast
58/100
30 reviews
"Breakfast is average."
Comfort
52/100
120 reviews
"Room size and comfort are OK, but beds are great."Small bathrooms, noisy rooms, and deficient A/C.
Room
48/100
319 reviews
"Poorly maintained rooms with subpar A/C, minibars, and kitchenettes."Poorly cleaned, older rooms with subpar TVs and furniture.Small rooms and poorly cleaned bathrooms.Average-sized rooms with great beds. Shower can be a problem.
Value
47/100
56 reviews
"Value for money could be better. Food is a bit overpriced."
Amenities
45/100
250 reviews
"Old facilities and poor entrance area, but okay hotel grounds."Elevator in need of updating. Kids facilities are inadequate.Beautiful architecture.
Wellness Area
41/100
25 reviews
"Wellness & sports facilities could be improved."
Vibe
36/100
155 reviews
"Atmosphere not particularly friendly, giving poor vibes."Hotel could use some updating.Entrance area is not particularly attractive. Stylish hotel.
Cleanliness
21/100
193 reviews
"Problems with cleanliness in rooms, bathrooms, and pool area."Hotel facilities could use a good clean.
Rated 69/100 based on reviews from families.
"Good beach sports."
Location
95/100
66 reviews
"Great location."
Bar
79/100
26 reviews
"Bar is awesome. Standard alcoholic drinks."
Service
70/100
76 reviews
"Friendly service and acceptable reception. Recreation staff is nice."
Breakfast
56/100
8 reviews
"Breakfast is average."
Comfort
53/100
38 reviews
"Room size and comfort are OK, but beds are great."Deficient A/C and too noisy rooms.
Room
47/100
108 reviews
"Inadequately cleaned and maintained rooms and bathrooms."Outdated rooms with deficient A/C, furniture, and kitchenettes.Average-sized rooms with great beds.
Wellness Area
41/100
7 reviews
"Wellness & sports facilities could be improved."
Amenities
39/100
74 reviews
"Old facilities and poor entrance area, but okay hotel grounds."Elevator in need of updating.
Vibe
28/100
62 reviews
"Atmosphere not particularly friendly, giving poor vibes."Hotel could use some updating.Entrance area is not particularly attractive.
Cleanliness
23/100
70 reviews
"Unclean rooms and pool area. Hotel facilities could use a good clean."
Rated 71/100 based on reviews from couples.
"Terrific location."
Location
93/100
19 reviews
"Great location."
Service
68/100
26 reviews
"So-so, but friendly, service, but low rated reception."
Pool
65/100
12 reviews
"Ordinary pool."
Breakfast
58/100
5 reviews
"Breakfast is average."
Comfort
52/100
18 reviews
"Decently comfortable but somewhat noisy."
Value
47/100
6 reviews
"Value for money could be better."
Amenities
42/100
27 reviews
"Guests like the grounds but not the buildings or lobby."
Room
40/100
36 reviews
"Untidy, poorly-kept rooms with poor furniture and bathrooms."
Vibe
29/100
13 reviews
"Vibe is not too good. Entrance area is not particularly attractive."Hotel could use some updating.
Cleanliness
21/100
21 reviews
"Rooms could be cleaner. Hotel facilities could use a good clean."
Customer Reviews of Plantation on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collection
4.0 of 5Overall
4.1 of 5Amenities
5.0 of 5Location
3.9 of 5Cleanliness
3.9 of 5Comfort
3.7 of 5Condition
4.3 of 5Neighborhood
4.2 of 5Service
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Property Description
When you stay at Plantation on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection in Crystal River, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 5-minute drive of Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge. This golf resort is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Hunter Spring Park and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Crystal River Watersports Marina.
Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at West 82 Grill, one of the resort's 3 restaurants. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 196 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available 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 daily.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Plantation Inn and Golf Resort - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge - 1.6 km / 1 mi Crystal River Preserve State Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Three Sisters Springs - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Hunter Spring Park - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi Crystal River Watersports Marina - 6.5 km / 4 mi Fort Island Trail Park - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi Crystal River Archaeological State Park - 8.1 km / 5 mi Bayfront Health Seven Rivers - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi Fort Island Gulf Beach - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park - 14.5 km / 9 mi Pine Ridge Golf & Country Club - 17.9 km / 11.1 mi Lake Rousseau - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi
The preferred airport for Plantation on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection is Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.) - 56.6 km / 35.2 mi
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Crystal River? This resort has facilities measuring 10,000 square feet (1 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.
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 spa tub. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, a hair salon, and shopping on site.
Green Sustainability
Certified Green Lodging = 2 Palms
Amenities / Features
Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Shopping on site
Outdoor pool
Mountain biking nearby
Banquet hall
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Pool umbrellas
Meeting rooms
Conference space size (meters) - 1
Spa tub
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 3
Spa treatment room(s)
Marina on site
Braille or raised signage
Assistive listening devices available
Garden
Picnic area
In-room accessibility
Free newspapers in lobby
Full-service spa
Wedding services
Number of buildings/towers - 13
Year Built - 1962
Total number of rooms - 196
Number of floors - 2
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Tours/ticket assistance
Accessible bathroom
RV, bus, truck parking
24-hour fitness facilities
Luggage storage
Outdoor tennis court
Multilingual staff
24-hour front desk
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of restaurants - 3
Poolside bar
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Elevator
Free self parking
Conference space
Hair salon
ATM/banking
Golf course on site
Pool sun loungers
24-hour business center
Airport & Shuttle Information
Tampa Int'l - 1 hour 10 minute driveOrlando int'l 1 hour 40 minute driveOne way tax expense.Tampa= Approximately $75 for 1-2 peopleOrlando= Approximately 95 1-2 people
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Breakfast is Continental with coffee tea or juice.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Pet maximum weight in lb is 50
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pet maximum weight in kg is 23
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Pets cannot be left unattended
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
$40.00 per day charge limited number of rooms and 50lb weight limit.
Parking Info
No charge for self parking.No charge for Motor coach parking and it is available on site
Internet / WiFI
Fiber-optic internet, with multiple hotspots. WiFi access is complimentary in the lobby & guest rooms.
Misc Fees / Policies
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 14.95 for adults and USD 9.95 for children (approximately)
Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per night
Pet fee: USD 40.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
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'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Resort fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Pool access
Spa access
Beach towels
Fitness center access
Children's club/arcade access
Business center/computer access
Internet access
Newspaper
Phone calls
Faxes
In-room coffee
Parking
Lending library access
Housekeeping
Additional inclusions
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort 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.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Cleaning Policies
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available to guests
Masks are available to guests
Gloves are available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Masks are compulsory at the property
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
About Ascend Hotel Collection
Upscale property delivering the highest standards of hospitality, services, and luxury comfort
Free wireless internet and continental breakfast
Beautiful indoor and outdoor pools
Flat-screen high definition TV's
Boutique restaurants and cocktail lounges at participating locations
Fitness center facility
The Ascend Hotel Collection highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Seasonality and Projections at Plantation on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection
The chart above shows fluctuations of prices for both group prices and the best individual traveler prices our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was submitted. The lowest group discount displayed is 42.3% in the month of September 2020 and the highest average individual rate is $194 in the month of September 2020. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Plantation on Crystal River, Ascend Hotel Collection in a month when rates are lower.
