Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property, but service animals are exempt.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 01:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas.

Where is the property located?

The hotel is located on the waterfront in Palatka, within a 10-minute drive of key attractions such as the Palatka Welcome Center and Ravine Gardens State Park. It is approximately 31.3 miles from Flagler College and 32.1 miles from St. George Street.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal and operational during specific hours.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 12 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 10.00 per night, and advance request is required for availability.

Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort in Palatka

Average nightly price at Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$100
February	US$122
March	US$102
April	US$101
May	US$93
June	US$95
July	US$94
August	US$94
September	US$87
October	US$91
November	US$91
December	US$92

What guests think

At Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort, travelers praise the scenic river views, quiet setting, and generally friendly staff, while noting the property is older and that on-site dining or breakfast is frequently unavailable or closed.

Many guests liked spacious rooms; parking and lobby coffee also earn positive mentions. Cleanliness and housekeeping are inconsistent, and Wi-Fi or TVs sometimes fail, with occasional musty odors. Expect a basic, waterfront stay with great views and limited amenities.

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Facilities

Parking is often praised. On-site restaurant and bar are frequently closed versus advertising; coffee is available, and a pool and marina are noted, with some maintenance issues reported.

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10

Bruce

11 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Marina, outside screened bar, separate cafe.. on premises. Downfall was cafe not open for breakfast and motel supplied only coffee....meant a trip to town

4

diana

25 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

the staff was very nice, room was great, but false advertist pissed me off. it was advertised that there would be a contental breakfast, no breakfast, advertised resturant and bar on site. it was closed down. very disappointed wish i could get a refund

4

Melissa

25 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Advertised complimentary breakfast, at check-in we were informed there was no breakfast. Unfortunately, it smelled like sewage all around the exterior of the hotel. There was what appeared to be a long term rental section and some very sketchy men all around the building. I was quite creepy to be honest and with two small grandchildren a littel unnerving the entire time we were there. The ice machine closest to our room was broken down and there was no covered area to sit and it rained most of the time we were there. Just not at all what was advertised, very disappointed.

8

Darrell

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Needs more lounge style pool furniture, paint on walls, ceiling repairs, upgraded furniture in rooms and common area. Loved the openness and river view was excellent. More outdoor seating to enjoy river view.

8

Kenneth

2 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great parking but lacked amenities

4

Robert

27 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

In the advertisement from Crystal cove AND Expedia we were not informed of the separation between the hotel and the amenities that are advertised. THIS WAS MISLEADING AND FAULS ADVERTISEMENT. The restaurant, the inside bar and a tiki bar were closed. This is due to a separation of the properties and the new owner of the restaurant, inside and outside bar sent to staff home for the holidays. There was nothing said or were we advised of these amenities not being available. Went my wife and I chose Crystal Cove, we did so as purchasing the "package" not just a hotel room. Needless to say for our Christmas "week getaway", this was extremely disappointing!!!

6

Hartmut

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located and quiet. Large room with tile floor and good air conditioner, hot shower. no steps, large lobby with sofas. didn't use the pool, but some kids enjoyed it. Restaurant and bar by the water. kitchen being renovated so no breakfast, but plenty of coffee. Whole place has seen better days but had some upgrades lately. Staff was friendly.

10

REGINA W

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was perfect. So quiet. Check in was a breeze. Hidden treasure. So happy I didn't book at Hamptons, Holiday in or a larger franchise. This was perfect. Not fancy. Room was clean, plenty parking, full size fridge, stove, microwave and the river.

6

Linda

28 May 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The website said bar and dining. Restaurant was never open. Bar was nice but very pricey. No walkout from our room to the river. Not what I expected for the price I paid.

4

Phillip

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not pet friendly Parking was good Felt safe

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many describe rooms as very clean, while others report dirty floors, musty odors, stained linens, and occasional bugs. Housekeeping follow-up was inconsistent in a few stays.

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Jarvis

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very clean and comfortable and the staff was nice & welcoming. I loved my stay

4

Jason

5 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled like mildew and it was dirty you could see a water logged dresser where it was flooded. Nice front desk lady just poor cleaning and there was cigarette burns on the covers

8

Erica

17 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is very old and rundown. It was probably awesome back in the day. The location is great, in a cute little North Florida town and right on the river. The staff is super friendly and do an amazing job keeping the rooms clean. The coffee in the lobby is excellent. If you don’t mind a very clean but old, run down, barebones motel, then I think this is a great option.

8

HEATHER

1 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view, Friendly staff, Clean rooms.

10

Lisa

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Beautiful view. Front desk was amazing

4

Edward

8 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All in all the room wasn't bad, just few things within the room was the issue. When walking around the room, the floor made my feet black within a few steps, no in-room amenities such as a room clock and telephone, there was flies flying around and little ant-like bugs were on the floor. The outside maintenance was not upheld from the grounds keeping to trash in trash cans not being emptied. The staff was polite at checkin and out

2

MaryEllen

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was dirty. Tv and coffee pot did not work. Kitchen sick had no water. Reserved 2 rooms for 2 nights. Canceled second night.

6

Jerome

6 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The price was fair= nice towels-no breakfast offered=very 0ld motel tile floor not mopped and filthy=room needs to be refreshed with paint=

4

Diana

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smell musty. The was a small blood stain on one of the sheets and the sheets needed to be replace in general. A cockroach ran across the nightstand in the morning as we were getting ready to leave. Awful place.

10

Bryson

3 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Very clean and feel at home facility.. definitely recommend.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious with river views and some comfortable beds, but many feel dated. Maintenance and amenities can be unreliable, including Wi-Fi or TVs not working, limited outlets, and poorly equipped kitchenettes.

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Heather

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tv did ot work. Half the outlets didn’t work

8

Shirley

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice relaxing weekend the probably is a bit outdated the rooms the furniture. But overall it was a nice relaxing atmosphere.

8

Darrell

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Needs more lounge style pool furniture, paint on walls, ceiling repairs, upgraded furniture in rooms and common area. Loved the openness and river view was excellent. More outdoor seating to enjoy river view.

8

Nancy

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It’s an old resort that has bring brought back to life. The staff was very friendly and the room clean, beds comfy. A good value for the price

2

MaryEllen

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was dirty. Tv and coffee pot did not work. Kitchen sick had no water. Reserved 2 rooms for 2 nights. Canceled second night.

6

Garrett

19 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Linens were off color and I chose not to worry about how clean the room was. The office chair was tired and rusting where your elbow would stand. Internet was intermittent and would frequently cut out, so much that little work could be done.

10

Dennis

12 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

River view and spacious rooms

8

Robert

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Very spacious, clean room, comfortable bed, excellent water pressure with lots of hot water, excellent staff, amazing view, unique interior design of the hotel with a Koi pond. The large picture windows facing the river took up the entire wall of our room and were coated so that we could see out, but people could not see in. Could use a little TLC. The bathroom door hung up badly in the frame and had not been painted. The hinges were rusty and interior side of the door was dirty. The sink faucet was cracked. There was a Kleenex box mounter in the wall and the chrome cover was rusty.

4

Lindsay

23 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We upgraded to a suite with a kitchenette so we could pick up a takeaway after the long drive, in the kitchenette there was NO cutlery, cups, plates, glasses, had an induction stovetop but no pans, microwave did not work, no kettle and the pouch holder did not fit the coffee maker, room was very big but very dated, large fridge that worked very well. Glad we only booked the one night.

6

John

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Upon check in told the wifi was not working. Then in the room TV was not working. Called the office they did send someone to the room but couldn't fix the TV. Suggested a different room. So we moved to a different room TV a lot smaller but it worked. Had to go back to the office to get the keys/chip card exchanged. We asked for a discount on our bill. no luck no discounts. Not okay. The next morning free Continental breakfast waffle maker is broken. imagine that. Enough said.

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Service

Staff are often friendly, welcoming, and quick at check-in, and some issues are handled promptly. A few guests reported poor problem resolution or housekeeping service, and one detailed a serious complaint about treatment.

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Terry

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Seafood restaurant in walking distance. Staff responsive to needs. Clean and quiet.

2

christina

30 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I been going here over 10years and recently returned. Ok me and my family rents rooms why we work a few times my son left stains on the pillow case because of a Durag so we resolve that problem. So ok next They began to complain about stained linen which the linen was the towels which we used after we showered. They stated the towels were stained bc of all the dirt on the which I felt was a very racist statement due to the fact that were African American and they’re not . I just felt like we were profiled and unfairly treated by this hotel when our tenure there should speak for itself. Never had I destroy there property. Samantha the Gm is great but her MOM Kim will make them loose there people don’t f color. I was so tired Friday night and she wanted to not rent to me because of me asking her about her speaking in my child. I’m not understanding this treatment. They keep me from talking to the owner. Just as long as you white you will be great!!

10

James

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We checked in and got our room and all went well. We joked about a deposit and was told we would get charged if anything happened. Got to the room and noticed damge to the bathroom door. We took pictures and reported it to the front desk. They immediately noted it and took our pictures as well to show proof to management. Very pleased how they handled the situation

10

Chip

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The Crystal Cove Hotel was really nice! The staff was out standing, room was nice and really had some great views.

10

Sarah

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The best place to stay in Palatka! The service was amazing.

10

Lisa

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Beautiful view. Front desk was amazing

4

Jason

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms we a bit run down and somewhat dirty. The property seems to be falling apart and not kept up with, but has tons of potential. There were some renovations, but they seemed to be DIY. Front desk people were very friendly, but room service was poor. After the first night our towels were taken but not replaced, bed not made, and lights left on that were not before we left for the day. Breakfast was just waffles, bagels, and cereal. In the end i dont think it was worth $100 a night

10

Candi

25 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Super fast check in. Nice staff.

10

Ana

30 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For off season was nice & quiet. Coffee was outstanding. Guest services excellent.

6

John

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Upon check in told the wifi was not working. Then in the room TV was not working. Called the office they did send someone to the room but couldn't fix the TV. Suggested a different room. So we moved to a different room TV a lot smaller but it worked. Had to go back to the office to get the keys/chip card exchanged. We asked for a discount on our bill. no luck no discounts. Not okay. The next morning free Continental breakfast waffle maker is broken. imagine that. Enough said.

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Location

Scenic riverfront setting and quiet atmosphere are praised, with easy access to boating and to shopping and restaurants; a few places are within walking distance. Some noted feeling safe, while one review mentioned sketchy surroundings.

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Terry

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Seafood restaurant in walking distance. Staff responsive to needs. Clean and quiet.

10

Lloyd

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great boating location

10

Sherry

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful on the lake

10

James

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy access to the river and shopping and restaurants. Beautiful panaramic view of the St. Johns river oout our room window.

6

Hartmut

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located and quiet. Large room with tile floor and good air conditioner, hot shower. no steps, large lobby with sofas. didn't use the pool, but some kids enjoyed it. Restaurant and bar by the water. kitchen being renovated so no breakfast, but plenty of coffee. Whole place has seen better days but had some upgrades lately. Staff was friendly.

8

Tyler

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was nice being on the water

10

Tyler

29 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and clean although almost deserted. Arrived in dark and didn't see great river view until morning, but it is great.

10

REGINA W

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was perfect. So quiet. Check in was a breeze. Hidden treasure. So happy I didn't book at Hamptons, Holiday in or a larger franchise. This was perfect. Not fancy. Room was clean, plenty parking, full size fridge, stove, microwave and the river.

8

Kimberly

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It wss quiet

4

Phillip

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not pet friendly Parking was good Felt safe

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Dining

Complimentary breakfast is often missing despite being advertised; when available it is basic, and equipment issues were reported. The on-site restaurant/bar is frequently closed or limited, though coffee is praised and nearby dining is walkable.

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Terry

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Seafood restaurant in walking distance. Staff responsive to needs. Clean and quiet.

4

diana

25 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

the staff was very nice, room was great, but false advertist pissed me off. it was advertised that there would be a contental breakfast, no breakfast, advertised resturant and bar on site. it was closed down. very disappointed wish i could get a refund

4

Melissa

25 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Advertised complimentary breakfast, at check-in we were informed there was no breakfast. Unfortunately, it smelled like sewage all around the exterior of the hotel. There was what appeared to be a long term rental section and some very sketchy men all around the building. I was quite creepy to be honest and with two small grandchildren a littel unnerving the entire time we were there. The ice machine closest to our room was broken down and there was no covered area to sit and it rained most of the time we were there. Just not at all what was advertised, very disappointed.

4

Robert

27 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

In the advertisement from Crystal cove AND Expedia we were not informed of the separation between the hotel and the amenities that are advertised. THIS WAS MISLEADING AND FAULS ADVERTISEMENT. The restaurant, the inside bar and a tiki bar were closed. This is due to a separation of the properties and the new owner of the restaurant, inside and outside bar sent to staff home for the holidays. There was nothing said or were we advised of these amenities not being available. Went my wife and I chose Crystal Cove, we did so as purchasing the "package" not just a hotel room. Needless to say for our Christmas "week getaway", this was extremely disappointing!!!

10

Laura

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

It was quiet but it wouldve been nice if it had contential breakfast like it advertise n the restuarant open

4

Jason

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms we a bit run down and somewhat dirty. The property seems to be falling apart and not kept up with, but has tons of potential. There were some renovations, but they seemed to be DIY. Front desk people were very friendly, but room service was poor. After the first night our towels were taken but not replaced, bed not made, and lights left on that were not before we left for the day. Breakfast was just waffles, bagels, and cereal. In the end i dont think it was worth $100 a night

6

Jerome

6 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The price was fair= nice towels-no breakfast offered=very 0ld motel tile floor not mopped and filthy=room needs to be refreshed with paint=

6

Laurel

24 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean but run down and no bar or dining....

10

Ana

30 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For off season was nice & quiet. Coffee was outstanding. Guest services excellent.

6

John

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Upon check in told the wifi was not working. Then in the room TV was not working. Called the office they did send someone to the room but couldn't fix the TV. Suggested a different room. So we moved to a different room TV a lot smaller but it worked. Had to go back to the office to get the keys/chip card exchanged. We asked for a discount on our bill. no luck no discounts. Not okay. The next morning free Continental breakfast waffle maker is broken. imagine that. Enough said.

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Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Main Street- Interior Entrance)

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