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The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Waterfront Inn in Lake Sumter Landing offers a spa tub, a welcoming lobby fireplace, and meals at Amelias restaurant. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and proximity to shopping. Attentive staff and amenities consistently earn praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
(78 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located on the waterfront, The Waterfront Inn is in Lake Sumter Landing, a walkable area in The Villages with great shopping. The Villages Market Square and Spanish Springs Town Square are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Griffin State Park and Venetian Gardens. Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club and The Orange Blossom Opry are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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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

  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near The Villages Market Square
Located close to Spanish Springs Town Square, The Waterfront Inn provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Calypso, offers lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, a front desk safe and wedding services
  • Coffee/tea in reception, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 116 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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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
  • 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)
  • Travel cot

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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

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 smoke detector

We should mention

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

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

Does The Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is The Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, The Waterfront Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking at The Waterfront Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Inn?

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

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Inn located?

Located in Lake Sumter Landing, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from The Villages Market Square, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Spanish Springs Town Square and Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club. The Orange Blossom Opry and Lake Griffin State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1236 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

filomena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay while visiting the villages
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful area, plenty to do within walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient and good place to stay very reasonably priced and within walking distance to restaurants and the square.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and easy location with much to do in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and open areas, staff was very personable and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
overall great location, great service and lots of eating and drinking options within short walk. did not use the pool or hot tub but it looked amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sigmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, excellent value!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waterfront Inn is fantastic! Great location by Lake Sumter Landing, clean and comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a lovely pool and spa. Perfect for a relaxing stay in The Villages.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Amenities
Awesome place , friendly staff and immaculate maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and very conveniently located in Lake Sumter Landing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here and just like last time, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place central location free coffe in the morning was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to Stay! Relaxing, friendly and excellent on site Restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, Air Conditioning worked great. Nice staff interaction. Walkable location to everything in Sumter Landing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice handicap room. Beautiful shower with chair. Great kureg coffee machine. The sheets were so soft I wanted to take them home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Nice staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again, everyone was so nice. Did not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. I love that everything is close the stores restaurants. I’m sure I wanna come back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful view. Service is great and cleanliness is a 10.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025