The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property

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Outdoor wedding area
Front of property – evening/night
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
View from property
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Lakefront The Villages hotel in Lake Sumter Landing with free parking
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a 24-hour business centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Waterfront Inn offers 120 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 and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

The shopping around The Waterfront Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Villages Market Square. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the proximity to shopping
  • Just a 5-minute walk from The Villages Market Square and a 4-minute drive from Cane Garden Country Club
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
The Waterfront Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1900 square feet (177 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Waterfront Inn. Free self parking is available.

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

Amelias – This restaurant only serves dinner. 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 transport

  • 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
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Amelias

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,900 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • 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)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • 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
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • 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

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 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

2/10 Terrible

Max

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel should be closed whilst construction works take place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina and Frank

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was being renovated so there was no pool or gym or restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

thomas, Brunswick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would have been nice to know the property was under renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

bonnie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerald

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Amazing. Every single time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viatta

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Upon check in we were informed that Hotel is under renovation. Bar/Restaurant is not open. Front desk and staff were very friendly. We were upgraded to a balcony room which was gorgeous. Room was quiet and cozy. Property is walking distance from bars, shops, restaurants and entertainment. Can’t wait to return and see the completed renovations!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, cutler bay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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