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The Waterfront Inn

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near The Villages Market Square

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A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a central tower, and a restaurant named "The Waterfront."
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(198 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(50 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

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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

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

The Villages

Lake Sumter Landing stay.With a stay at this Lake Sumter Landing hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Villages Market Square and 6 miles (10 km) of Spanish Springs Town Square. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club and The Orange Blossom Opry.

What's nearby

  • Lake Sumter - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Villages Market Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • The Orange Blossom Opry - 18 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cody's Original Roadhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪City Fire - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

3-star hotel near The Villages Market Square
The Waterfront Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. 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 center and 8 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1905 square feet (177 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a 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.

  • 1 building
  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1905 sq ft of conference space
  • 177 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterfront Inn offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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
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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterfront Inn to the airport?

The Waterfront Inn is 17.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Inn?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $139, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Waterfront Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterfront Inn.

Does The Waterfront Inn offer free breakfast?

The Waterfront Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterfront Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Waterfront Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a pool?

The Waterfront Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a restaurant?

The Waterfront Inn is home to Calypso, which features happy hour.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Waterfront Inn to downtown The Villages?

The Waterfront Inn is 2 mi away from The Villages.

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1131 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1520 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly atmosphere and perfect location within restaurants and shopping
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our trip to the villages FL, was excellent the hotel super clean, the staff very friendly,make our week unforgettable!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and just a short bit from the town square. Happy hour at the restaurant and the pool are fun!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this lake front property full of central Florida charm and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location for shopping, fun and dancing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay,Front desk was excellent, price was right for our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It seems it was newly renovated and is in a perfect location to visit friends or family that live in the Villages
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel! The staff is so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time I walked onto the property I realized this was going to be a good stay. The staff were always friendly and rooms, common areas were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and large. The staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay again. Oh, great location too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service! Clean and staff is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with great views of the lake. Service was excellent and staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel in a great location in the villages. Must stay here to enjoy the area. Walking distance to everything. Golf carts with the app is a must! So fun. Pool was wonderful and right next to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an early check in and it went great. Had drinks at the bar and the view was nice. I’ll stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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