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Plantation on Crystal River Ascend Hotel Collectio

4.0(2,857)
Resort hotel

About

Plantation Resort on Crystal River blends Southern hospitality with Florida’s natural charm, offering a bayside setting with a lagoon-style pool and a traditional golf course reopening in early 2026. The resort’s full-service Adventure Center provides unique eco-friendly activities like manatee swims, fishing, and boating, ideal for team-building or client outings.

While currently undergoing renovations from recent hurricane damage, the resort maintains clean, spacious rooms and well-kept grounds. Its location along Florida’s Nature Coast and access to outdoor adventures make it a distinctive choice for business groups seeking a blend of relaxation and authentic local experiences.

Best for

  • Eco-friendly corporate retreats & team bonding
  • Outdoor adventure & nature-focused meetings
  • Golf outings & casual client entertaining

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Natural Setting
Eco-friendly bayside location surrounded by lush Florida nature
Situated on Florida’s Nature Coast, the resort offers direct access to natural landscapes and thriving wildlife, including opportunities to swim with manatees and explore local springs.
Outdoor Amenities
Lagoon-style outdoor pool and traditional golf course
Features a lagoon-style pool for relaxation and a traditional golf course scheduled to reopen in early 2026, providing varied recreational options on-site.
Adventure Programming
Full-service Adventure Center with guided wildlife tours
Offers curated experiences such as manatee swims, fishing, scalloping, and boating, with inclusive equipment and expert guides enhancing the adventure.

At a glance

Rated 4.0 on Google · 2,857 reviews