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The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor wedding area
Front of property - evening/night
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
View from property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162
  • The Villages Market Square
    5 min walk
  • Cane Garden Country Club
    4 min drive
  • Spanish Springs Town Square
    8 min drive
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    43 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

The Villages

With a stay at The Waterfront Inn in The Villages (Lake Sumter Landing), you'll be a 5-minute walk from The Villages Market Square and within a 5-minute drive of Cane Garden Country Club. .This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Spanish Springs Town Square and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Central Florida Health.

What's nearby

  • The Villages Market Square - 5 min walk
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 8 min drive
  • Water Oak Country Club Estates - 10 min drive
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 10 min drive
  • Grand Oaks Resort and Carriage Musuem - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪City Fire - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Sauce - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Lakefront The Villages hotel in Lake Sumter Landing with free parking
The Waterfront Inn offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Amelias, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in The Villages? This hotel has 1900 square feet (177 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Amelias - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Amelias

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space (1900 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in reception
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

Property is also known as

Waterfront Inn
Waterfront Inn The Villages
Waterfront The Villages
The Waterfront Hotel Lady Lake
Waterfront Hotel Lady Lake
Waterfront Hotel Lady Lake
The Waterfront Inn Hotel
The Waterfront Inn The Villages
The Waterfront Inn Hotel The Villages

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is undergoing renovation, but our stay was still wonderful. They had a breakfast buffet set up on the weekend in a temporary location as well as a happy hour with burgers… in the evening. We got to enjoy the beautiful outdoor veranda on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although there was construction going on, the property management made sure to give us a room on a higher floor to minimize the noises. They had printed out a paper that explained what was going on, approximate date of completion, and names of restaurants to go to for breakfast that offered a discount for guests at this inn. The staff is friendly and helpful. We had a lake view room that was very clean and comfortable. The only suggestions I have is to fix the part that holds the lampshade on the lamps (also, lamps are a bit too big for the bedside tables) and the dimmer switch for the bathroom lights. I also noticed that the bottle that holds the soap in the shower had not been filled enough. Other than these few items, I would recommend the Waterfront Inn to anyone looking for a nice getaway to The Villages.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Called ahead to make sure there was a pool and hot tub which I was told a yes to. Drove 25 miles out of my way as i checked after the call and saw pictures online and it looked great. After check in, I come to find out the Pool, hot tub, restaurant and lounge are all closed for renovations. I understand these areas may need work but to close everything at once and not tell people is criminal. Adding to the fact I called first and asked about the pool and hot tub, they could have said something then. When questioned afterwards I was told they have another hotel "5 min away" we could use. Then I call that place and they are 17 mins away. When asked for a refund and Ill go somewhere else i was told no.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Lobby under construction not told this - nor listed anywhere, bar restaurant also this way - so go in and out an awkward back entrance exit - but shoulder season and don't care anyway, but what if was counting on all that ?? and the guy knowing only half full or less at check in and leaving before the weekend - and give me the parking lot room over the dumpster ?? Both these things annoying, right !!?? Well - told the guy "Lake view Please"!!! Duhhh ??? Maybe they all need to go to a hospitality class or something ?? Otherwise good place...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonnye

Business traveller
Balcony not accessible. Hotel in middle of remodel on first floor. Resources limited. Room very nice with view of the water. Front desk very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
They were remodeling the hotel - we were not told this up front.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fine
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really nice property but was under construction.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sufoung

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I thought I was booking with the hotel directly, but its Expedia. If I had known the Waterfront Hotel was under construction, I would have book other hotel. The hotel was not busy, but they put us on 4th floor in the back side looking down to the parking lot without Waterview, since was a waterfront hotel, I was hoping for water view. No amenity was available, no pool, nothing!, we were disappointed. The room was clean. The elevator was old and dark, slow to respond feel spooky at time. We didn't have contact with any employee after checked in at front desk. I will not recommend this hotel at this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Betty J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Beautiful property, great service. Close to the villages and lots of other things. The person in the room next to me left their TV on full blast volume…I couldn’t sleep - it was 3 am and I had an early morning to get to my flight. Hunter tried to wake them by calling, knocking and when no response, gave me a new room so I could get some sleep. Thanks😀. Maybe set up the TVs for a maximum volume that doesn’t wake the dead.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Noelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Me and my husband love the resort.It was very peaceful and comfortable and was in a very convenient area in the villages. I'm sure you're wondering why I gave such a little rating if we were extremely happy with the stay.. the issue was the Cleanliness of the hotel room the maid service needs to be more Attentive.. the counter tops in the bath were full of dust and hair the sheets had some black smudge marks on them . The room it self needs a good deep clean. As someone who is a owner operator of a cleaning business This is unacceptable. I know that this issue can be handled in a very respectful manor . Fyi double checking rooms after maid service would really help. No worries im.hopeful this issue will be resolved and we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tatiana at the front desk and Vinny at the pop up bar were both fantastic! They helped make our visit that much more memorable. OUTSTANDING!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warrick

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property needs to upgrade the rooms. They look and feel old. The lobby is closed for remodeling and you dont enjoy the lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Flora

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. So sorry that place is under construction but I know it is for the best. We will be back. Everyone was very nice and accommodating. Our rooms were very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024