When you stay at PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham in Crystal River, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute drive of Hunter Spring Park and Three Sisters Springs. .This hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Crystal River Archaeological State Park.
What's nearby
Hunter Spring Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Crystal River Preserve State Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Crystal River Watersports Marina - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
Three Sisters Springs - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
Fort Island Gulf Beach - 19 min drive - 13.2 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min walk
Bayside Kraft Kitchen - 5 min walk
Subway - 14 min walk
Cody's Original Roadhouse - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 2 min drive
About this property
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham offers 113 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 113 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, charcoal grills, and a vending machine.
Enjoy a meal at Grassroots Coffee or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Grassroots Coffee - Onsite café.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Grassroots Coffee
Things to do
Boat tours
Fishing
Hot tub
Kayaking
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Fenced pool
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Dock
In a nature reserve
On the bay
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
Property is also known as
Crystal River Resort
Paddletail Waterfront Lodge
Best Western Crystal River Resort
PaddleTail Waterfront Lodge, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 905 out of 1469 reviews
10 - Excellent
905
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1469 reviews
8 - Good
348
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1469 reviews
6 - Okay
118
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1469 reviews
4 - Poor
56
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1469 reviews
2 - Terrible
42
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Cristen
Jan 29, 2026
Cristen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Tamara
Jan 28, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly. Breakfast room was very crowded.
Tamara
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Haley
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
We loved our stay at the PaddleTail Lodge and were only sorry our trip was not longer. The rooms are clean and cute, the staff are wonderful and the location can't be beat. We especially enjoyed the waterfront bar and dining. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Room was very clean and comfortable. Super nice staff! Hot tub was perfect after a long drive!
Debra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Iris
Jan 27, 2026
Iris
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
6/10 Okay
Teresa
Jan 27, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room smelled very moldy, a A/C had very bad stink. We had to switch it off. Staff came in 24 hours later and sprayed the unit with Lysol which didn't help. Room was not cleaned on our last night, bathroom was left dirty.
Teresa
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth
Jan 27, 2026
Perfect location
Beth
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Tasha
Jan 27, 2026
Tasha
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Juanita
Jan 26, 2026
Great location and friendly staff
Juanita
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
Jan 26, 2026
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
Traveled with group
Jan 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is so nice. Can’t beat the location. Pretty dock and patio to watch the sunrise.
Jennifer
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
William, Williamsburg
Jan 26, 2026
It was nice
William
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Vivian
Jan 26, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Vivian
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
barbara
Jan 26, 2026
barbara
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
John
Jan 25, 2026
John
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Colleen
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Staff was great, rooms were clean. The entire complex was well kept for its age. Don at the kayak rental and all the employees were were great. Thanks for a great time while enjoying Crystal River and manatee adventure….
Victor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Randal
Jan 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice area our room was clean and spacious the staff was courteous and helpful. There were plenty of interesting things to see and do in the area