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The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
A peaceful retreat with a warming fireplace and sun-drenched pool loungers offers the perfect place to relax while staying within easy reach of shopping

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(151 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

About the neighborhood

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 checking out 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. Visit our The Villages travel guide
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1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162

What's nearby

  • ST AUGUSTINE, FL - APRIL 8, 2018: City streets at sunset in spring season
    Spanish Springs Town Square
    10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • The Villages Market Square
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club
    9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • The Orange Blossom Opry
    15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    46 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Hotel remodeled 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 center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 116 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

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 crib

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 center
  • 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
  • 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

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 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 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 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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 fire extinguisher and 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–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 75 lbs 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?

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?

Check-out 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 974 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1346 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, and restaurant. The location cannot be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, clean rooms, convenient to many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, view of lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Piya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely place to stay. The room is very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel great location for all the restaurants and bars, etc. clean. The rooms were nice just redone and definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room very clean. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was large and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, very lively bar in the evenings, lots of events happening there and the staff was delightful and ready to help.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, clean, quiet and close to restaurants and golfing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It's very beautiful. Nice place. I just wish they had more comfortable chairs in the room
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really great. Clean comfortable and spacious room. Bring your own pillow ! Both of us had a difficult time with neck pain on the hard pillows !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff the facilities were immaculate
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice staff clean hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff. No breakfast on premises but other restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time at this hotel. Check in was a breeze. Front staff very friendly. Room was beautiful and clean. Used the hot tub - clean and great temperature
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing. Pedro was a blast. Room was very comfortable, love the water pressure in the shower. Hot tub was a great way to end the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice place with a charming village around it. Staff is quick & delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is extremely friendly, outside bar area is so much fun yet not as loud as the town so you have a place to relax. The room was very spacious and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Very clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the hotel is getting a little dated it was clean and the staff was really accommodating. We'll stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location - 5 minute walk from Sumter Landing. Room was large and very comfortable, great shower too! Staff was warm and professional.Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
yes, nice clean room. Staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025