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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
Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View
Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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

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
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Room

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(115 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
  • 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
  • Lake Griffin State Park - 15 min drive - 14.4 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 lunch and 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

    • 116 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)

Travelling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1905 square feet)

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2007
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

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
  • Travel cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
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Special features

Dining

Calypso – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night

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)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

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
Waterfront Inn The Villages
Waterfront The Villages
The Waterfront Hotel Lady Lake
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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. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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 boardwalk 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

9.4/10

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
Square
Breakfast
Bed

What guests liked

  • The pool area was lovely, clean, and inviting with a great view of the lake. (19 reviews)
  • The property's restaurants, including the Calypso restaurant, offer excellent dining options with great service and beautiful lake views. (20 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

Beautiful place to stay. Very peaceful.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and well stocked with basics. Staff was friendly and asked if we needed anything when at pool or at restaurant.
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient

Very convenient location in The Villages.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay while in the Villages !
LYNN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice place to stay and centrally located.
Abigail, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is great
Brandt, 7-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

Best service!

My stay here every 3 mo ths is always z highlight to me... Nina at the front desk is wo derful!
Jerald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel room and location
Pauline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location
Loren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is magnificent and staff if very friendly. Be sure to check out the Calypso as well, food is GREAT!
Sakie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked that it is along the water and shops are within walking distance.
Victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our overnight stay at the Waterfront Inn while we visited relatives in The Villages.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is a great getaway.
Jeffrey, 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

We’ve stayed here several times. It’s a convenient distance from our home.
Carole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

pleasant, perfectly located
Gary E., 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

Amazing
Robb, 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

Beautiful Hotel and friendly atmosphere

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