The Best Hotels Closest to Crystal River in Glen Arbor for 2026

Our top choices for Crystal River hotels

The Sylvan Inn

Downtown Glen Arbor, 2.7 km from Crystal River

Ruba

￥40,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Superior Studio (SWS) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Dune Climb Inn

7.3 km from Crystal River

Patrick

￥50,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Maple Lane Empire

7.6 km from Crystal River

David

￥44,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Empire Lakeshore Inn

13.7 km from Crystal River

Alessandra

￥46,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 9 - Jul 10

Whaleback Inn

18.9 km from Crystal River

Gerald

￥64,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Chalet w Loft Near Sleeping Bear 2552

13 km from Crystal River

￥162,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Sylvan Inn	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 314 reviews	View
Dune Climb Inn	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 85 reviews	View
Maple Lane Empire	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 290 reviews	View
Empire Lakeshore Inn	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Whaleback Inn	2.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 175 reviews	View

Top Crystal River Hotel Reviews

Riverfront condo with beach access to lake, fireplace, furnished deck & cable

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful and has wonderful beach access. The condo is clean and cozy and perfect for a Glen Arbor getaway. My reason for the 3 stars on ease of check-in is because it was a bit confusing finding the location, as the property has another rentable condo with the same house number down the street. My friend and I accidentally went to the wrong one and didn't realize it. The building names were not prominent (at least to us - others may have no problem). The property manager got back to us right away though when I called and we were able to troubleshoot and realize we were at the wrong condo, explaining why the code was not working! I recommend including a "head's up" in the address to alert future VRBO'ers. I would absolutely stay here again!"

Tasteful Glen Arbor condo with beautiful Lake Michigan views, deck & fireplaces

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable space, well stocked and maintained.I thought the listing pictures as to it's location on the Homestead property were a bit misleading.We liked the place very much and would consider using it again,"

NEW!!! 1-bedroom condo on the Crystal River at the Homestead w/Lake MI access

8/10 Good

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely setting in the beautiful Homestead, with views of both the Crystal River and Sleeping Bar Bay. Reasonably priced for the area. The one bedroom condo was fine, though a bit dated. Kitchen well equipped except definitely needs new pots and pans. Bedroom furniture very nice, with great bed and linens. The condo was very clean on the surface, but needs some deep cleaning behind/under furniture, closets, along baseboards, etc. Bedroom carpet needs cleaning in the traffic areas. Overall, it’s a good place! A bit of updating and a little more cleaning could make it a great place!"

Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.

8/10 Good

"The home was clean, comfortable, and just as described. We appreciated how tidy everything was. Unfortunately, the driveway hadn’t been plowed when we arrived, and we got stuck several times. We were told it would be taken care of after reaching out to the host, but no one ever came. Also, the lower level heat wasn’t working, making it quite cold downstairs. With better snow removal and the heating issue fixed, this would be a great rental."

Homestead Resort - Lake Michigan Frontage 1 Bdrm Condo - (sleeps 4) - Glen Arbor

10/10 Excellent

"Host had given us great instructions for our entire stay—-made it so easy. Condo was perfect for our stay—clean, comfortable, everything we needed. 4 great days of sunny fall weather made our cycling trip the best. TY"

Glen Arbor Riverfront Retreat: Steps to Beach!

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this location, so peaceful right on the river and walk over the bridge to the lakeshore for sunsets! The attention to detail in the room was great. The decor and accents were very well thought out and make the stay special and had all the conveniences needed. Would recommend and hope to get back there again soon!"

Waterfront condo with stunning views in Glen Arbor. Air conditioning.

10/10 Excellent

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view is OUTSTANDING!!! Also, loved being so close to the river and lake! One of the few condos that have A/C and the kids loved the top loft. We lost electricity due to storm damage and management was great about keeping in communication with us about the progress of it being restored. Cleanliness was good, but the fridge could use updated as it struggled to keep temperature down and we had alot of food in there to keep cold since we did alot of cooking there."

Hotels near other Crystal River attractions

A porch leading to a beach with a cloudy sky.

Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum

8.8/5 (33 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum in Glen Arbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Crystal River?

Crystal River is located in Glen Arbor. Travelers like the surrounding area for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 109 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Crystal River?

Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill. is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers private decks and free WiFi. It's located 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crystal River.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Crystal River?

Expedia has 109 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Crystal River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Crystal River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Crystal River.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Crystal River?

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Our top choices for Crystal River hotels

The Sylvan Inn

Dune Climb Inn

Maple Lane Empire

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Whaleback Inn

Chalet w Loft Near Sleeping Bear 2552

Compare popular hotels close to Crystal River

Top Crystal River Hotel Reviews

Riverfront condo with beach access to lake, fireplace, furnished deck & cable

Tasteful Glen Arbor condo with beautiful Lake Michigan views, deck & fireplaces

NEW!!! 1-bedroom condo on the Crystal River at the Homestead w/Lake MI access

Lodge-style multi-level home at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. Deck with grill.

Homestead Resort - Lake Michigan Frontage 1 Bdrm Condo - (sleeps 4) - Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor Riverfront Retreat: Steps to Beach!

Waterfront condo with stunning views in Glen Arbor. Air conditioning.

Hotels near other Crystal River attractions

Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum

Glen Lake

Little Glen Lake

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

beach near Crystal River

beach near Downtown Glen Arbor

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Find hotels near Crystal River, Glen Arbor from ￥40,207

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Our top choices for Crystal River hotels

The Sylvan Inn

Dune Climb Inn

Maple Lane Empire

Empire Lakeshore Inn

Whaleback Inn

Chalet w Loft Near Sleeping Bear 2552

Compare popular hotels close to Crystal River

Top Crystal River Hotel Reviews

Riverfront condo with beach access to lake, fireplace, furnished deck & cable

Hotels near other Crystal River attractions

Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum

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