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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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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - The Waterfront Inn (The Villages)
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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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(161 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
(94 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
(45 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 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 - 3.4 miles
  • The Villages Market Square
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club
    9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Venetian Gardens
    19 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    46 min drive - 39.8 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Cody's Original Roadhouse
    1 min walk
  • The Lanai At Pivo Palms
    4 min drive

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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

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

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1032 out of 1404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1404 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was beautiful! Loved staying there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and within walking distance of restaurants, entertainment and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and the staff was helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great room..great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room ,close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Waterside Inn and it was great. My wife and I really enjoyed how clean and inviting the hotel is. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Very conveniently located, easy to walk the entire area. Very nice large pool with hot tub, room is very large, clean, and quiet. On site restaurant & bar, many other restaurants & bars within walking distance, golf cart rental is very close, very nice staff. Easy walk to town square to enjoy live evening music.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

The room was clean & inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waterfront Inn was the perfect location for us. It was within walking distance to the Square and the surrounding restaurants and shops. Our room was very nice! The entire staff was excellent! They were very friendly and accommodating making our stay there as enjoyable as possible. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HENRY

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The room was clean, Staff was helpful did not use any of amenities or bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Clean. Affordable, good fitness room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable and the Calypso Bar was a nice way to end the evening last night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very accommodating staff room was spotless and hotel was in a great location !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, central to everything the Villages has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

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The pool was clean, the bar staff was super attentive, housekeeping kept the room clean, just wish the restaurant served breakfast, and wish the coffee station had cream/ 1/2 and 1/2
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
A real gem. You'll enjoy staying here. Great lakeside location, Calypso bar and large heated pool. About 1/3 mile walk to 2 great breakfast spots and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The drink price was a little high and the bar closed at 9 pm, a little early. The room was always cleaned very well on a daily basis.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with nice views. Convenient to restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a great stay from the staff to the food ( crab soup) to the beautiful view from the patio! Would definitely recommend this clean and comfy hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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