The Waterfront Inn

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

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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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 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

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(127 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • The Orange Blossom Opry - 14 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪City Fire - ‬5 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 center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 116 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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 available
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Special check-in instructions

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

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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 center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Travel crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Calypso - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • 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 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
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

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 to 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 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 center, as well as a hot tub.

Are there restaurants at or near The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Calypso.

What's the area around The Waterfront Inn like?

The Waterfront Inn is located on the boardwalk/promenade 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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Reviews

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant, Calypso, offers excellent dining options with great service and beautiful lake views. (22 reviews)
  • The pool area was lovely, clean, and inviting with many guests enjoying it during their stay. (22 reviews)
  • The hot tub was clean, inviting, and offered a beautiful view of the surrounding area. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

We always love our stays at Waterfront Inn!!
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean living area and bathroom. The staff was very friendly.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay !
Robbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable
Salomon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Very nice restaurant with outdoor lakeview seating.
Victor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice property, beautiful views.
Yana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Remote

Great hotel for the night
richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

AC was a bit loud . A little disappointed that there was no breakfast at the hotel
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property
Wanda, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel appears to be old needs to be renovated. The air conditioner is the old style wall unit it sufficiently. The room was clean but needed an update. Staff was friendly on check in but when I tried to get a copy of the receipt, they couldn’t do it at checkout.
Kenneth, 2-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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Choice

Stop over from a road trip in the mountains. We stayed 1 night with our traveling pup, and I’m glad we stayed here. The room was clean, spacious and I loved the laminate flooring. The shower was wonderful! Bed and pillows were nice and comfy. Good pet friendly place. The restaurant was okay, it has a nice view and the patio would be nice to sit out if it was cooler out. Pool looked wonderful too. Would definitely stay again!
Darlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place!
Franklin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unique property within The Villages which worked out perfectly.
Rick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Passing through

Location is great and rooms are very nice.
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was just overnight but The Villages area is very nice. The Inn was very nice as well. Very quiet area where you felt safe taking a walk to go eat. Parking was super easy and plentiful. The A/C unit is top notch. I deducted 1* due to bed being a little to firm for me.
Lloyd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot
Cindy Barnes, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient to town
Ronald, 15-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, great restaurant… the only thing I would say is that having daily room refresh would be fantastic. Coming home to a made bed is the best part of being in a hotel… we didn’t have fresh towels for shower either.
Shelbey, 2-night trip