The Waterfront Inn

1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL 32162 US
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3.0 Star Property In The Villages (Lake Sumter Landing)
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3.0/5

Based on 158 guest reviews

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  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Fitness facilities
  • Pool sun loungers
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11/24/2024 - 11/25/2024
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Verified Reviews of The Waterfront Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Tired looking hotel."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Needs updating! Service was Okay though..
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 09 to Sat Aug 10 2024 at a $143.10 average nightly rate.
"Great place to stay with great staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I will be back. All the employees were great especially the girls at the front desk.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 16 to Fri Jul 19 2024 at a $144.99 average nightly rate.
"Twice awakened by barking dogs."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
barking dogs in room next door. construction work in lobby.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 09 to Thu Jul 11 2024 at a $126.51 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Inn"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We stayed five days having two kids and two adults. Was an absolutely beautiful Inn. Even with the remodeling. Gorgeous view and we all enjoyed the pool. All staff were polite a when you needed anything they were on top of it right away. Would highly recommend this Inn. Thank you for a great stay!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 04 to Tue Jul 09 2024 at a $122.25 average nightly rate.
"Lovely Hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I was pleasantly surprised just how lovely this hotel was. It was recommended to me by a friend.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 29 to Tue Jul 02 2024 at a $149.45 average nightly rate.
"Great!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 20 to Sat Jun 22 2024 at a $141.99 average nightly rate.
"Good, clean rooms. Polite employees. Nice pool!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We enjoyed our time at the hotel. Children enjoyed he pool. Clean rooms. Polite employees.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
26-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 22 to Wed Apr 24 2024 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Beautiful site and room. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 06 to Sun Apr 07 2024 at a $209.00 average nightly rate.
"Very Nice"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Nice views, having a balcony was great. Restaurant was nice, food was great.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Mar 14 to Mon Mar 18 2024 at a $309.00 average nightly rate.
"Enjoyed My Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Enjoyed my stay.
(Long term stay guest, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 18 to Wed Mar 06 2024 at a $272.99 average nightly rate.
"Everything was wonderful."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
My room was the best ever!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 22 to Wed Jan 24 2024 at a $204.00 average nightly rate.
"Always Great"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Nice clean comfortable room. Good time in the lounge great service from the bartender and servers.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 20 to Sun Jan 21 2024 at a $168.27 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable room, great bed."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We enjoyed our brief stay at the Waterfront Inn. our king size bed was very comfortable and the coffee pot in room was definitely great.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 12 to Sun Jan 14 2024 at a $234.00 average nightly rate.
"Everything was good."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything was fine.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
06-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Nov 02 to Mon Nov 06 2023 at a $169.58 average nightly rate.
"Great Dancing in The Bar!"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Great location. Great dancing in the bar, singer Billy D is awesome.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 30 to Sun Oct 01 2023 at a $139.00 average nightly rate.
"A Pleasant Place to Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We found our stay to be very pleasant. Everyone was very friendly and even tolerated our dog. The restaurant had excellent food and room service was a real treat! We loved the shops and restaurants that were close by and are considering coming back to further experience it all. Thank you so much for your hospitality!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
31-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 29 to Thu Aug 31 2023 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.
"Great place to stay."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great place to stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 08 to Fri Aug 11 2023 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.
"Very Nice!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Really enjoyed my stay. Very nice!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 08 to Fri Aug 11 2023 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at The Waterfront Inn in The Villages (Lake Sumter Landing), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Spanish Springs Town Square and The Villages Market Square. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Cane Garden Country Club and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Central Florida Health.

Grab a bite to eat at Amelias, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

The Villages Market Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cane Garden Country Club - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Spanish Springs Town Square - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Central Florida Health - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Country Club Of Lady Lake - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Orange Blossom Hills Golf & Country Club - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Miona Lake Golf Club - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Glenview Champions Country Club - 8 km / 4.9 mi
AdventHealth - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Lakes Of Lady Lake Golf Club - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Uncle Donald's Farm - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Lake Deaton - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi
Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi
Lake Okahumpka Park - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Grand Oaks Resort and Carriage Musuem - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi

The nearest airports are:
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 27.5 km / 17.1 mi
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 109.3 km / 67.9 mi

The preferred airport for The Waterfront Inn is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO).

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in The Villages? This hotel has 1900 square feet (177 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space size (meters) - 177
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Off-street parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Luggage storage
  • Year Built - 2007
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 120
  • Number of floors - 4
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Business center
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Golfing nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Elevator
  • Conference space
  • Fitness facilities
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • ATM/banking
  • Conference space size (feet) - 1900
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

Orlando International - 57 miles Sanford/Orlando Airport - 58Daytona International - 72Tampa International - 89

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Enjoy our full breakfast buffet every morning from 6:30AM – 10:30AM Monday through Friday. Saturday until 11:00AM and Sunday until 10:30am. The buffet is only $10.00 per person and includes: Omelets and eggs made to order, Fresh cut fruits, Bacon, sausage, Grits, Oatmeal, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, yogurt, cereal, assorted Danishes, fresh juice, and coffee.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

We accept ADA animals only.

Parking Info

Free on-site parking

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary

Misc Fees / Policies

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Cleaning Policies

Special COVID cleaning procedures in guest rooms and public spaces. Hand sanitizers providing throughout the property.

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Contactless food service / room service is available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Essential workers only - NO

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

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