The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with outdoor pool, near The Villages Market Square

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Front of property – evening/night
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Relax at The Waterfront Inn, nestled in Lake Sumter Landing, and take advantage of the spa tub or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby. Savor dinner at Amelias, stay connected with free WiFi, and keep active with a 24-hour gym. Previous guests loved being close to shopping and appreciated the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162

What's nearby

  • The Villages Market Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cane Garden Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • The Orange Blossom Opry - 15 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 76 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

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

When visiting The Villages, The Waterfront Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Calypso, which serves dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2007
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe

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Special features

Dining

Calypso – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterfront Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Waterfront Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Waterfront Inn and nearby?

The Waterfront Inn has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a hot tub.

Are there restaurants at or near The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Calypso.

What's the area around The Waterfront Inn like?

The Waterfront Inn is located on the waterfront in Lake Sumter Landing, a short 5-minute walk from The Villages Market Square. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.

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The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Lake
View
Store
Breakfast
Square
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What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant and nearby dining options offer a variety of convenient and delicious choices. (19 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, inviting, and offered a great view of the lake. (18 reviews)
  • The hot tub was clean, inviting, and offered a beautiful view of the surrounding area. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay !
Robbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and so close to the square!
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay!

Waterfront Inn was a nice property to visit. We enjoyed our stay. It was Pet Friendly and the Calypso Restaurant was served great food and atmosphere. The Villages, FL area was a beautiful retirement community.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our room and it was very conveniently located.
Lise, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, pool, good restaurant with great steel drummer and nice staff!
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Robb, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Wonderful hot tub and happy hour. Our home away from home.
Glenn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend getaway

I was very impressed. The place was very clean and the service was very good.
Lorrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

pleasant, perfectly located
Gary E., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location and dining is nice
Reggie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the Waterfront Inn!
Rosemarie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel and friendly atmosphere

Beautiful Hotel and friendly staff!
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bright and breezy Inn. Great location
Cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

More than expected

They made me Guest of the Day, upgraded my room and gave me a 20% discount to the hotel’s restaurant. The pool & hot tub was clean & very relaxing. The employees were super friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this hotel.
Dawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice convenient room and location.

A nice big room. Wish we could have gotten a balcony.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the area.
Annette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel. Great rooms, great service
Andy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Clean and comfortable
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great

It was a great place to stay convenient to shops and restaurants. Rented golf cart which was helpful. Would stay here again.
Frances, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay. I will be back.

Nice and clean. Brunch at the Calypso with server Byron and bartender Vinnie was very pleasant. Internet was good. View was very nice.
Ray, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Only stayed 1 night but was nice
steve, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent place to stay.

Decent place to stay. Lots to do in the area.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to all the Lake Sumpter shops and activities
Charlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place!
Franklin, 1-night trip