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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 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.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
$159
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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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
(202 reviews)
  • 332 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)
  • 332 sq ft
  • 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

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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

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

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About this property

The Waterfront Inn

3-star hotel in Lake Sumter Landing
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and a hot tub are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Waterfront Inn offers 116 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, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot 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.

In addition to an outdoor pool, The Waterfront Inn provides a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 3-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and 8 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 1905 square feet (177 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area. Onsite self parking is complimentary. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2025.

The Waterfront Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Calypso - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

  • Bed sheets 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 available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1157 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1550 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026