The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Classic hotel with a symmetrical facade, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.
Relax by the resort's two pools, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, comfortable seating area, and a TV.
Experience the inviting entrance of The Waterfront, featuring a grand staircase and beautifully landscaped gardens.
Relax in the spacious lobby with a comfortable seating area, round coffee table, and patterned rug.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162
  • The Villages Market Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Spanish Springs Town Square
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 332 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(115 reviews)
  • 332 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

The Villages

Located in Lake Sumter Landing within a short stroll of The Villages Market Square, The Waterfront Inn is within a 10-minute drive Spanish Springs Town Square. This 116-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • The Villages Market Square - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • The Orange Blossom Opry - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Lake Griffin State Park - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

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

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Guests of The Waterfront Inn have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available 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.

Languages

English

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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)
  • Travel crib

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

  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds 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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Waterfront Inn?

The Waterfront Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to The Waterfront Inn?

This hotel is situated in Lake Sumter Landing within a short 5-minute walk of The Villages Market Square. You'll also find Spanish Springs Town Square and Cane Garden Country Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Waterfront Inn feature a casino?

No, The Waterfront Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Waterfront Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is The Waterfront Inn a good place to stay for couples?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Waterfront Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Waterfront Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Waterfront Inn for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per week.

Are there connecting rooms at The Waterfront Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Waterfront Inn?

The closest major airport to The Waterfront Inn is Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.), which is 17.1 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Waterfront Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Waterfront Inn.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Waterfront Inn if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 835 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1185 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel Gonzalez

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courtesy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Everyone is so friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Would've been nice if they had offered waters upon arrival and a breakfast option.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Love the upgrades to the first floor. Glad to see lunch service now and the new bar with views of the lake is extra nice. I noticed our bathroom shower needed some extra care. The grout was showing its age. Overall we loved our stay. The location is perfect and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Easy walk to Sumter Landing activities shops
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend getaway

I was very impressed. The place was very clean and the service was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn, Hoffman Estates

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Super friendly. Gorgeous view. Tremendous location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Wonderful hot tub and happy hour. Our home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice, but i could of upgraded my room for $20.00 extra and the front desk didn't offer it to me. Our dinner was good but sat outside no lights on the tables. Also if you give cloth napkins put table cloths on the tables. Need more help also in the restaurant. Only open for dinner have more help. Did get free dessert for our Anniversary but the waitress didnt really know what was going on. Said she was new but no excuse.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamilet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice convenient room and location.

A nice big room. Wish we could have gotten a balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Amenities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectionmk

No complaints everything about our stay was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it is along the water and shops are within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was the reason we keep coming back. Always helpful and very nice, happy to help with your needs. Very good location and things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025