Name: King's Bay Lodge
Address: 506 NW 1st Ave, Springs at Kings Bay, Crystal River, Florida, United States of America, Crystal River, Citrus County, US
Price range: $133–$222 per night
Rating: 9.3

What guests think

King's Bay Lodge draws consistent praise for its waterfront setting, spring-fed pool, and roomy, apartment-style units, while most guests highlight friendly staff and easy walking access to downtown restaurants, parks, and kayaking.

Rooms are often described as updated, spacious, and comfortable, with full-size fridges and practical kitchen setups. Other positives include the convenient boat dock and pleasant grounds, while there were occasional reports of sparse kitchen supplies or minor maintenance quirks, and one mention of an unexpected fee. Overall, expect a relaxed, Old Florida stay with strong location perks.

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Facilities

The spring-fed pool and on-site boat dock are frequent highlights. Assigned parking and flexibility for small trailer parking were appreciated.

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Patrick

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location!! Right on the water. Spotted manatees from the dock. Half block walk to shops and galleries. It\'s an efficiency; so there is a small kitchen (though not fully stocked with dishware, we had 1 coffee cup) there was a comfy sofa and chair. Bed was incredibly comfortable although a bit high for this 5\'4" gal. Spring fed pool was like swimming off the dock. Definitely going to return.

10

Jeanine

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a kayak trailer. Since it was small, they allowed us to park it in a separate spot of an unused room number was available. The renovation was very well done, loved the beds, decorations, etc. AND a full kitchen. We would have loved to stay longer.

10

Veronica

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was assigned. It worked. Bed was comfy. Kitchen was adequate. No spices oil etc but a basics for what’s needed. Was decorated nicely. Very roomy. Hot water did t work the first day then lukewarm after being fixed. In warm weather probably wouldn’t be a huge deal.

10

Samantha

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This property reminded me more of an air bnb style rental with a small full kitchen and all the amenities needed. Very quaint and quiet. Plenty of clothing storage if you plan on staying longer. My only suggestion would be hooks inside the shower for washcloths/bathing suits but also on the walls for hanging towels. We ended up using the hangers from the closet and hanging in the shower. The covered docking area was a little tricky to navigate and our boat got scuffed a little bit with the tides but nothing major. Well worth the money and convenience of local dining, shopping and night life, and to be able to include the boat on our staycation getaway. The ramp is down the road and can pay to park trailer in the property behind the hotel.

10

Denise

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is one of our most favorite places in florida! The boat access...The Rooms and most of all the Springfed pool...KBL is simply Amazing...Please never change a thing💙🌴🌞

10

KUN

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious room, crystal clear spring fed swimming pool.

10

Linda J.

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The lodge has the Old Florida feel and very family friendly. We were able to launch our kayak easily from the boat dock. Kayaking to the Three Sisters Springs is a must see. Also, take the time to kayak around the islands. There is a lot of wildlife. The area also have bike trails that are close by.

10

Richard

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms were nice, but could use some improvements to the number/location of power outlets for charging devices. The pool was also nice, but the area around it could use some updates and cleanup.

10

Melanie

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love the old florida pool

10

Mark

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay. Nice size rooms. Clean. Especially enjoyed access to the boat dock.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is widely praised across stays, with many describing rooms as very clean. One review reported hairs and crumbs.

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Julie

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, seems newly renovated except for the kitchenette. Walkable to a couple good restaurants.

10

Heather

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything. Beautiful views, very clean rooms, helpful staff perfect for relaxing.

10

William

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kings Bay Lodge was perfect. It was going back in time. Clean, safe easy parking. Staff was polite attentive. Highly recommend King’s Bay Lodge when visiting Crystal River yes we will be back..

10

Susan

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the large clean room with 2 recliners and a couch. Handy to have a kitchen with dishes and utensils, stove and a large refrigerator with an icemaker. You can walk right out your door and go sit by the water and enjoy the view. We have been here 3 times and will be back.

6

Austin

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Furniture in the room was nice and I liked how there were Dove products in the bathroom. However, no tissue paper and cleanliness could be improved. There were hairs in our towels, in the bed and shower. There were crumbs of some type in the bed and on the floor - felt strange when we were going barefoot. Location was good - close to restaurants and kayaking. I would recommend staying elsewhere probably next time you’re in town.

10

KUN

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious room, crystal clear spring fed swimming pool.

10

Joyce

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was Perfect. Room & Grounds were exceptional Friendly staff.

8

Patricia S

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to be on the river. Staff was great and the room was very comfortable and clean.

10

Mark

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay. Nice size rooms. Clean. Especially enjoyed access to the boat dock.

10

Joseph

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice room that has been updated. Clean and comfortable in general. Nice comfortable king sized bed Great location and walkable to restaurants and downtown shops. Would highly recommend this hotel !

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Rooms

Rooms are often updated, spacious, and comfortable, with apartment-style layouts, full-size fridges, and in-room kitchens. There were isolated mentions of limited outlets or hot-water issues, and a few noted sparse kitchen supplies.

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Heather

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful spot. Rooms were perfect. Staff very nice. Walk to excellent restaurants

8

Patrick

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location!! Right on the water. Spotted manatees from the dock. Half block walk to shops and galleries. It\'s an efficiency; so there is a small kitchen (though not fully stocked with dishware, we had 1 coffee cup) there was a comfy sofa and chair. Bed was incredibly comfortable although a bit high for this 5\'4" gal. Spring fed pool was like swimming off the dock. Definitely going to return.

10

Jeanine

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a kayak trailer. Since it was small, they allowed us to park it in a separate spot of an unused room number was available. The renovation was very well done, loved the beds, decorations, etc. AND a full kitchen. We would have loved to stay longer.

10

Heather

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything. Beautiful views, very clean rooms, helpful staff perfect for relaxing.

10

Veronica

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was assigned. It worked. Bed was comfy. Kitchen was adequate. No spices oil etc but a basics for what’s needed. Was decorated nicely. Very roomy. Hot water did t work the first day then lukewarm after being fixed. In warm weather probably wouldn’t be a huge deal.

10

Susan

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the large clean room with 2 recliners and a couch. Handy to have a kitchen with dishes and utensils, stove and a large refrigerator with an icemaker. You can walk right out your door and go sit by the water and enjoy the view. We have been here 3 times and will be back.

10

KUN

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious room, crystal clear spring fed swimming pool.

10

Richard

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms were nice, but could use some improvements to the number/location of power outlets for charging devices. The pool was also nice, but the area around it could use some updates and cleanup.

10

Joyce

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was Perfect. Room & Grounds were exceptional Friendly staff.

10

Joseph

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice room that has been updated. Clean and comfortable in general. Nice comfortable king sized bed Great location and walkable to restaurants and downtown shops. Would highly recommend this hotel !

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Service

Service is consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with attentive staff. No recurring service issues were reported.

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10

Heather

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful spot. Rooms were perfect. Staff very nice. Walk to excellent restaurants

10

Jeanine

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a kayak trailer. Since it was small, they allowed us to park it in a separate spot of an unused room number was available. The renovation was very well done, loved the beds, decorations, etc. AND a full kitchen. We would have loved to stay longer.

10

William

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kings Bay Lodge was perfect. It was going back in time. Clean, safe easy parking. Staff was polite attentive. Highly recommend King’s Bay Lodge when visiting Crystal River yes we will be back..

10

Joyce

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was Perfect. Room & Grounds were exceptional Friendly staff.

10

Agatha

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place was great. Kept up nicely and great views. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Will stay here again.

8

Patricia S

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to be on the river. Staff was great and the room was very comfortable and clean.

10

Ernest

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic place to stay. As one patron stated, “it doesn’t get any better than this.” Full size fridge was a HIGE plus. We were able to refreeze our ice blocks and enjoy a home cooked breakfast on the road! The grounds are beautiful. The spring fed pool is super interesting. The staff was amazing.

8

Olga

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with a kitchen. Friendly staff. Location - Hotel is close (around 0.3 miles) to downtown and Three sisters spring park and Hunter spring park. We were charged $10 additional fee?

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Location

Waterfront and walkable to downtown restaurants, shops, and parks. Convenient for kayaking to Three Sisters Springs and spotting manatees from the dock.

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10

Heather

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful spot. Rooms were perfect. Staff very nice. Walk to excellent restaurants

10

Jorge

Apr 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Location is fantastic over looking the spring, great place if your bringing your boat to dock it right on property, you can also walk to everything they have to offer downtown! The room was beautiful, comfy, and big! Would love to come back very soon.

8

Patrick

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location!! Right on the water. Spotted manatees from the dock. Half block walk to shops and galleries. It\'s an efficiency; so there is a small kitchen (though not fully stocked with dishware, we had 1 coffee cup) there was a comfy sofa and chair. Bed was incredibly comfortable although a bit high for this 5\'4" gal. Spring fed pool was like swimming off the dock. Definitely going to return.

10

Samantha

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This property reminded me more of an air bnb style rental with a small full kitchen and all the amenities needed. Very quaint and quiet. Plenty of clothing storage if you plan on staying longer. My only suggestion would be hooks inside the shower for washcloths/bathing suits but also on the walls for hanging towels. We ended up using the hangers from the closet and hanging in the shower. The covered docking area was a little tricky to navigate and our boat got scuffed a little bit with the tides but nothing major. Well worth the money and convenience of local dining, shopping and night life, and to be able to include the boat on our staycation getaway. The ramp is down the road and can pay to park trailer in the property behind the hotel.

6

Austin

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Furniture in the room was nice and I liked how there were Dove products in the bathroom. However, no tissue paper and cleanliness could be improved. There were hairs in our towels, in the bed and shower. There were crumbs of some type in the bed and on the floor - felt strange when we were going barefoot. Location was good - close to restaurants and kayaking. I would recommend staying elsewhere probably next time you’re in town.

10

Laurie

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Eadily accessible to shops, restaurants.

10

Linda J.

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The lodge has the Old Florida feel and very family friendly. We were able to launch our kayak easily from the boat dock. Kayaking to the Three Sisters Springs is a must see. Also, take the time to kayak around the islands. There is a lot of wildlife. The area also have bike trails that are close by.

8

Patricia S

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to be on the river. Staff was great and the room was very comfortable and clean.

8

Olga

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room with a kitchen. Friendly staff. Location - Hotel is close (around 0.3 miles) to downtown and Three sisters spring park and Hunter spring park. We were charged $10 additional fee?

10

Joseph

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice room that has been updated. Clean and comfortable in general. Nice comfortable king sized bed Great location and walkable to restaurants and downtown shops. Would highly recommend this hotel !

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Comfort Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed

Family Suite

Comfort Studio

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