Plantation Inn & Golf Resort
Plantation Inn & Golf Resort in Crystal River offers an approachable 18-hole parkland-style golf course set against coastal Florida’s natural backdrop. Ideal for all skill levels, the course challenges with breezy fairways and well-positioned hazards, complemented by resort amenities that balance relaxation with recreation.
Course Overview
Situated along the tranquil coastline of Crystal River, Florida, Plantation Inn & Golf Resort offers a relaxing getaway with an 18-hole golf course designed to blend gently with the natural landscape. The course embraces a parkland-style layout, featuring rolling fairways framed by native vegetation and water hazards that demand thoughtful shot placement. While not a sprawling championship-length track, its yardage is accessible, making it suitable for golfers of varying skills seeking a leisurely round in a scenic setting.
The course's setting near the water creates an ever-present breeze that subtly influences ball flight, encouraging players to adjust their approach with care. Bunkers strategically placed around the greens guard scoring opportunities, inviting a mix of tactical strategy and smooth execution. Players can enjoy the challenge without being overwhelmed, making it a welcoming option for both casual players and those intent on honing their skills.
Beyond the course itself, the resort anchors a broader experience with amenities tailored to relaxation and recreation. The clubhouse provides a comfortable spot to unwind, and the pool area offers respite after play. The nearby waterways are ideal for kayaking and wildlife observation, inviting guests to explore the natural surroundings beyond the greens.
Though the resort atmosphere emphasizes rest and family-friendly activities, the golf course remains a key draw for visitors seeking to combine sport and leisure. Walkers can navigate the course with ease, thanks to its gently rolling terrain and accessible pathways, though players should be prepared for coastal wind conditions that can shift throughout the day.
For travelers planning a visit to Crystal River, Plantation Inn & Golf Resort presents an opportunity to engage with golf in a quietly beautiful environment, accompanied by amenities that enhance the overall experience. It suits golfers who appreciate a relaxed pace and natural backdrop over the intensity of championship-level competition. The combination of approachable golf and resort conveniences makes this an inviting stop on any Florida golf itinerary.
Course Highlights
The course showcases a parkland design with a coastal influence, featuring water hazards that come into play on several holes. Natural Florida foliage lines the fairways, offering glimpses of local wildlife. The clubhouse provides a casual setting with dining options, while the course’s breezy conditions add subtle complexity to shot selection. The layout delivers a varied experience through strategic bunkering and water placement rather than length, providing both challenge and enjoyment.
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Guest Reviews
Amy Dooley
Pool was really fun. I love that it’s shallow all the way, great for the kids and for relaxing. Kayaking was fun and the area is beautiful! The wildlife is prominent and the water is so cool to the touch. We loved the yard games with our son. Our room had the amenities we needed. Location is great and the downtown area is about 5 minutes down the way with great eateries and coffee shops! Negatives… The floors are filthy and a lot of this place needs updating or renovation. Getting food on sight is a lengthy process. There is no sense of urgency with the kitchen staff. Thankfully we did get a refund after waiting 40 minutes for a meal. The pool chairs are unraveling and there’s trash occasionally on the grounds of the plantation. Unfortunately saw no manatees on our tour…were on tour almost 3 hours and only got 10 minutes in the water. The pool toys are locked in a nondescript closet, so not regularly available for the kids to use in the pool. No one seems to be staffing that regularly.
Kevin Sebring
You can tell this place was really nice 20+ years ago. Now, not so much. Went up with family for scalloping. While the room was big, it was in disrepair. Ants/flys in all of the rooms. There is a consistent dirty diaper smell in some of the buildings we walked through to get to our room. The food we got at the restaurants on site tasted good, but was almost always cold by the time it was delivered to the table. Understaffed? Stay at the hampton across the street. I would imagine it’s much cleaner, definitely cheaper and free continental breakfast.
Chris Harkins
Best grumpy young dock worker with a gruff personality, great exchange of insults, cool guy!
joel eaton
Been trying to get a hold of this place for 3 days. Absolute terrible front desk service. All I want is a tee time and no one will answer and the re direct line to the pro shop is the wrong number. What a joke.
Nick Murray
No clubhouse
Mackenzie Smith
Went to swim with the manatees and it was a fantastic experience and we couldn't recommend highly enough. The room we booked to be close by for our early morning trip was not. To start, the room was far too expensive as were the on site drinks and dining especially for the quality we got in return. The maintenance of the grounds was great but the actual rooms had even the most basic things like multiple burnt out lightbulbs and broken furniture falling short of expectations. While the sheets were clean enough to our knowledge the attention to detail was not there and I wouldn't be surprised if cleaning was done on a "good enough" or "looks fine" basis. The common areas inside were even less so with the stairs being very beaten down, dirty, and badly ripped. We did get a text letting us know to reach out for any questions but did not get a response when we did so.
1 RSW 2
This place is a mixed bag and has a ton of potential. This place could easily be a 4 star + given some work. It is old and it needs a complete retrofit but the rooms were relatively large, and it was nice to have a patio to have breakfast or an evening drink at. There is a canal about 30 yards from the hotel, more like a river, I was unable to sleep one night and was a happily surprised by some manatees coming up for air while I was walking along the path. Front desk staff, one woman was great, awesome attitude. The other one with the heavy eyeliner.... not so much... Restaurant needs a good manager, we ate there twice, lunch one day, service was ok, food was fine, not many patrons while we were there and only saw our waitress when she served the food and drink and the check. Breakfast was ridiculous. Took over thirty minutes for a breakfast burrito and two scrambled eggs. Coffee was never refilled and we had to ask for the water to be refilled. Again, barely anyone in the restaurant. The tiki bartender was great, she took care of a lot of customers and remembered their drinks and made them well. Pool area was really nice. The manatee swim was awesome and the reason we selected this hotel. However, their dive shop is advertised as a full dive shop, uses dive flags and has pictures of scuba diving. They do not offer scuba diving... I assumed (mistake on my part) I would be able to charter scuba dives at the hotel. This should be made clear on the website. Big negative for me when I was told they don't offer scuba at a desk with a GIANT scuba dive flag hanging on the wall.
Aaron Mocek
From the front desk to our room, across the campus smelled of mold, our allergies were raging. The room ok except for the price we paid the linens and dirty groat, the shower blasting out scalding hot water, toilets flushed poorly, I thought I was in a days in, not a resort that I paid 241 plus tax plus 28 resort fees. The doors did not lock in each section at night, our doors were hard to close and open, due to this place needs heavily redone. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Sue Ford
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Course Details
Access & Location
9301 W Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429, USA
Plantation Inn Clubhouse
Course is walker-friendly with mostly gentle slopes; recommended to wear sturdy golf shoes due to sandy terrain
Open to resort guests and daily fee players; tee time reservation recommended during peak season
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