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The Waterfront Inn

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

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

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
    ‪7 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

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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 - 7 min drive - 3.4 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

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 Apr 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Inn on May 4, 2025 start from $139.0, 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. 781 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1125 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

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place. In the heart of the Villages so lots to do and then come back to a beautiful lake and great room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

marykay

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The staff was wonderful. There was some renovation going on. The pool area entrance was under construction.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Clean, great stafff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waterfront Inn in the Villages was perfectly located for our visit and stay in the Lake Sumpter square area. The staff was welcoming and helpful and ...fun! Great service from the front desk and the onsite restaurant staff. The hotel was perfectly adequate - just not quite as luxurious as the Brownwood in the Brownwood square area. The price was fair and the room was clean with comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Service was really good the room could have used some updating and lighting was not good at all in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

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

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend getaway
Overall great stay, would stay here again. Close and walkable to lots of restaurants and live bands at night. Hotel restaurant is very nice being on the water, the waitress Alex was great and gave us great recommendations for dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

GREG

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location but some negatives
Excellent location and very friendly staff. Bed linens were very low quality. Sheets were very scratchy and pillows were horrible. Could use some overall updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lakefront clean spacious room. Convenient location quick responsive courteous friendly staff. Pleasant attractive clean environments indoors and outdoors. Available onsite restaurant with scrumptious food and live music entertainment. Enjoyable amenities to include gym microwave & refrigerator. Reasonable cost. Thank You.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sakie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The proper
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Service
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and friendly. Was nice enough to put us in great rooms next to each other, which was important to us. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. Everything was nice and clean and the view of lake was beautiful. Wish they would have dressers. To put socks and things in Other than that very nice Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly Rooms have lots of space and everything I need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I lived being close to the squares. It was so much fun. The roo. S were clean and comfortable. I will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024