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The Waterfront Inn

Property class: 3

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A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a central tower, and a restaurant named "The Waterfront."
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.
A person sitting by a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat and white clothing.
A multi-story hotel with a balcony and a sign reading "The Waterfront."
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162
  • Place, Lake Sumter
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Villages Market Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Spanish Springs Town Square
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(201 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

The Villages

At The Waterfront Inn, you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from The Villages Market Square and 5.4 km (3.3 mi) from Spanish Springs Town Square. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Calypso, is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 1905 square feet (177 square metres) of event facilities include 8 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Lake Sumter Landing hotel include Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club and Lake Griffin State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lake Sumter - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Villages Market Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 49 min drive - 66.4 km

Getting around

  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mallory Hill Country Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

The Waterfront Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 8 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1905 square feet (177 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Waterfront Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Waterfront Inn was completed in January 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star The Villages hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1905 sq ft of conference space
  • 177 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterfront Inn offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Calypso

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,905 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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

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: USD 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterfront Inn?

The Waterfront Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Inn?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$172, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Waterfront Inn?

Yep, The Waterfront Inn has a free self car park.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a pool?

The Waterfront Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Waterfront Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Waterfront Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterfront Inn?

No, The Waterfront Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterfront Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1158 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1548 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, walking distance to all the fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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THE STAFF WERE VERY FRIENDLY AND THE LOCATION IS GREAT!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very nice room was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The pool area was great, location of property was convenient walking to local restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We always enjoy staying at the waterfront inn. The rooms are very nice and staff is always helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very Nice and so much to do. Staff is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, tranquility an a lot to do near the surrounding area of property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Helpful staff. Very good food in Calypso Restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice friendly atmosphere and perfect location within restaurants and shopping
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was wonderful, easy walk to village square shopping restaurants ect. Live music at the square nightly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property. Stay there every time wham at the Villages
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This has been our go-to place to stay when heading up to the villages. Location is perfect hotel is perfectly spotless clean The staff is always amazing our room is great What more can you ask for?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good hotel. Efficient, friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice stay, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful clean hotel. Staff were all so friendly. Restaurant on site has great food and happy hour. Complimentary water and coffee. Nice gym and pool area. Great location in the villages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a wonderful place to stay. Close to everything to do. Staff super friendly & helpful. Pool beautiful with great scenery. We will be staying here everytime we visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our trip to the villages FL, was excellent the hotel super clean, the staff very friendly,make our week unforgettable!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was perfect . Very quiet and peaceful and we stopped at Cory’s a restaurant right next door with live music on a Sunday night! It was so fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Bright, clean and comfortable room with a beautiful view of the pool and lake. Plenty of parking and so close to all the restaurants and local entertainment. We will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very Beautiful hotel with a wonderful view of the lake. Walking distance to shops and restaurants and nightly music. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay and just a short bit from the town square. Happy hour at the restaurant and the pool are fun!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved my stay there! It’s in the heart of one of the squares. Staff was so friendly, rooms were spacious with gorgeous lake views. I’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026