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The Waterfront Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near The Villages Market Square

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Photo gallery for The Waterfront Inn

Front of property - evening/night
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
View from property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1105 Lake Shore Drive, The Villages, FL, 32162
  • The Villages Market Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Spanish Springs Town Square
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Bed

  • 332 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 332 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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

  • The Villages Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cane Garden Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • The Orange Blossom Opry - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪City Fire - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Sauce - ‬4 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, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1900 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
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1900 sq ft of conference space
  • 177 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterfront Inn offers 120 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 and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 100 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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 Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on Apr 4, 2025 start from $178.0, 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.

Does The Waterfront Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 760 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1097 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Barnes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

GREG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hi
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vielka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful hotel!!!! Rooms are so spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome Find on Lake Sumter
Excellent hotel experience in a beautiful lakefront setting and a fantastic location in the middle of Lake Sumter Landing Market Square. After I checked out, I completed most of my remaining holiday shopping at the Barnes & Noble within walking distance of the inn and had a great brunch at the similarly nearby The Flying Biscuit (one of only two Florida locations). Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dayane

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ac was broken , we brought it up to the staff and they ignored us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

terry

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Shower had mold at the floor line... printer and elevator had issues... price for convenience food in the lobby was expensive i.e. $3.00 for 2 ounce chips. Paint smell in the lobby was unbearable. One bartender on for opening night at the bar... wait time for a beer was 15 minutes. Last years stay was excellent, this year not so much !
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I was informed while checking in that housekeeping will only come to reset room every two days of your stay. Well after day 4 I went down to the front desk and asked why my room was not taken care of and and the reply from the front desk person was, they would leave a message for housekeeping? So after a four day stay I had to take my garbage out to the outside trash, fix my bed and no fresh towels. I thought I booked a HOTEL stay, not a fancy hostel ......
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all respects.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tish

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Traveled with partner
Great location, very pleased, will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal, Eldridge

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location and Comfy Beds
The hotel location is excellent for walking access to Sumter Landing restaurants and activities. The staff is very kind and helpful. The beds are super comfortable, and the hotel bar has a beautiful view of the lake. Areas for Improvement: There is a huge area rug in the bedroom— it’s filthy. The lobby has very limited seating. So if you’re looking for an indoor area to read the paper and sip your coffee, you’re out of luck.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James

Dff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick checkin
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024