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The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
A multi-story hotel with a balcony and a sign reading "The Waterfront."
Executive Room | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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.)
    ‪30 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
(178 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(102 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

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
(48 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Waterfront Inn

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 24-hour business centre and a hot tub are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

An outdoor pool and a 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 Lake Sumter. 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 proximity to shopping and the location
  • Just a 5-minute walk from The Villages Market Square and 7 minutes by car from Spanish Springs Town Square
  • 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, 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.

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 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 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • 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
  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1061 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1436 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

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Love the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janette

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Great location, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very helpful and nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was beautiful! Loved staying there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in nice location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

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Wonderful place wonderful atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and within walking distance of restaurants, entertainment and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and the staff was helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great room..great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the facility and its location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, good restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was extremely friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Waterside Inn and it was great. My wife and I really enjoyed how clean and inviting the hotel is. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the lake and near Sumpter town center. Some rooms have lakeside views and balconies
View of the lakeside back of the hotel
The hotel pool which also faces the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great amenities and staff were all so nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room ,close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, comfortable bed, quiet room & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Amenities
Close to many restaurant s and stites
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room very friendly and attentive staff check in was a breeze
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, and restaurant. The location cannot be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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