The Plantation Resort on Crystal River

Plantation on Crystal River is a hidden gem located on the Nature's Coast of Florida and the Gulf of Mexico, our beautiful 50-year-old eco-friendly and green lodging luxury resort hotel is surrounded by the natural springs of Kings Bay. This bay, in Crystal River, is one of the largest aquifers in the state and home to more than 400 West Indian Manatees that migrate each year to the warmth of the springs.

We sit on 232 acres of lush preserve land with emerald greens and grand oaks, and house hundreds of birds and wildlife. We house a 27 hole premiere golf facility with a traditional 18 hole Championship course and our Lagoons 9 hole executive course designed by Mark Mahannah.  The Plantation also features our premium Aveda© brand "Spa at Plantation. Our Adventure Center on property can provide you with all your water needs from: Manatee tours, Fishing Charters, Kayak pontoon rentals, Dive Tours, Boat launch and sea wall for parking right outside your room as well a much more.