9:30AM - 4:30PM
10738 W Halls River Rd, Homosassa
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“Great quiet getaway right on the water, this place has everything you need for your scallop or fishing trip. Elevated units provide great views, conveniently located near two great marinas and a short boat ride to three cool, refreshing head spring. Manatees abound in the river and dolphins play and eat everywhere near the river delta.
- Boat ramp on site
- Free ice machine
- Floating dock (4 slips)
- Fixed dock (4 slips)
- Free Washer and Dryer”
Open 24 hours
1103 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River
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“Since I’m done with Airbnb’s this is my new to go place for a nice, comfortable, safe stay when I come this way to scallop. Clean, relaxing pool area. Clean rooms, ice machines actually have ice, no roaches (so gross, none here.). Not always reasonably priced but that’s how it goes sometimes.”
“We adored this place. It is so charming. The rooms were clean and comfortable! The staff is so kind. They left fresh pastries on our door each night. A wonderful experience!!”
Open 24 hours
1610 SE Paradise Cir, Crystal River
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“Rooms accommodate well but location is perfect for the manatees. You can rent a boat or snorkel with them. See them right out the back door. Restaurant next door had delicious Mahi. I enjoyed it very much.”
“Third stay in 5 years, first since remodel. The remodel is really nice and was definitely needed. This is now a legit 3 star. The people that work here are nice and friendly just like the whole town.”
“Fijn motel voor 1 nacht, aardige dame aan de receptie. 2 queens bedden, heerlijk geslapen. Zwembad was nog aan de koude kant half maart. Alleen bij het ontbijt waren er alleen waffles, appel en yoghurt.”
Open 24 hours
9301 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River
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“The Plantation Hotel is a very unique property with a lot of charm. The pool was excellent and one of the highlights of my stay. Although many of the other amenities were closed due to ongoing renovations, it's easy to see that the property has great potential and will be beautiful once the work is completed.
The biggest disappointment was the lack of drinking water. There was no complimentary water in the room, and the front desk didn't even have bottled water available for purchase. While I was at the pool, I walked to the front desk hoping to buy a bottle of water, but instead I was told to use a vending machine that was about 400 feet away. Having to make that walk in a swimsuit was inconvenient and unnecessary. Offering bottled water at the front desk would greatly improve the guest experience, especially during the renovations.
On a positive note, Barbara at the breakfast buffet was wonderful. She was warm, friendly, and welcoming—the only employee I encountered who showed real personality and made me feel genuinely appreciated as a guest.”
“We've been visiting MacRae's for decades, and every time we leave, we take a little piece of Homosassa home with us. It's a true throwback to Old Florida.
The rooms are clean, spacious, and comfortable—nothing fancy, but exactly what you'd expect from a classic waterfront fishing lodge. One of our favorite spots is the front porch, where the rocking chairs offer some of the best people-watching around.
Speaking of people-watching, the public boat ramp is a spectator sport all by itself! During scallop season, it's especially fun watching families return with their hard-earned haul after a day on the water.
The Shed restaurant is always a great time, with live music that keeps the crowd entertained and welcomes both locals and boaters. We also appreciate that the band wraps up around 9:00 p.m.—a refreshing old-school touch that fits the laid-back atmosphere perfectly.
Be sure and make the walk over to Monkey Island to see the monkeys!
If you're looking for a genuine Old Florida experience, MacRae's is hard to beat. We'll be back again and again.
When you visit, tell them Tampa Bay Food Tours sent you!”