The Waterfront Inn

1105 Lake Shore Dr., The Villages, FL 32162 United States (USA)
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3.0 Star property
28.909330-81.977690
+1-800-219-2797
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3.0/5

Based on 158 guest reviews

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  • We have an outdoor pool
  • Gym is available on property
  • 118 rooms in property
  • 4 floors in hotel
  • 6 suites in hotel
  • Check-in: 4:00pm
  • Group score of 7.6/10

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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room types

Check rates1 King Bed Lake View
Non-smoking
Check rates1 King Bed Overlooking Lake 333sqft Microwave Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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Check rates1 King Bed Overlooking Lake 333sqft Microwave, Refrigerator Keurig Coffee Free WiFi
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Check rates1 King Bed Pillowtop Mattress Rollinshower Microwave, Refrigerator Keurig Coffee Free WiFi
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Local attractions

A charming boutique hotel located in The Villages, Florida. The Waterfront Inn is situated on beautiful Lake Sumter, just two blocks from the Town Square. The Waterfront Inn at Lake Sumter Landing, provides elegance, charm, and the ultimate guest experience. The Waterfront Inn provides sophistication and relaxation by blending southern hospitality with modern amenities. Rooms are available with lovely waterfront views and you'll enjoy delicious American cuisine in Amelia's, our full service restaurant. Our attentive staff provides the finest traveler experience so that you can enjoy lakeside luxury in Florida's friendliest hometown. The hotel offers a full dinner menu in Amelia's Restaurant, featuring nightly specials and live entertainment.

Verified reviews of The Waterfront Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Everything was good."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Everything was fine.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
06-Nov-2023 Verified review, stayed from Thu Nov 02 to Mon Nov 06 2023 at a $169.58 average nightly rate.
"Great Dancing in The Bar!"
Overall score3.0/ 5
Great location. Great dancing in the bar, singer Billy D is awesome.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Oct-2023 Verified review, stayed from Sat Sep 30 to Sun Oct 01 2023 at a $139.00 average nightly rate.
"A Pleasant Place to Stay"
Overall score5.0/ 5
We found our stay to be very pleasant. Everyone was very friendly and even tolerated our dog. The restaurant had excellent food and room service was a real treat! We loved the shops and restaurants that were close by and are considering coming back to further experience it all. Thank you so much for your hospitality!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
31-Aug-2023 Verified review, stayed from Tue Aug 29 to Thu Aug 31 2023 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.
"Great place to stay."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Great place to stay.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Aug-2023 Verified review, stayed from Tue Aug 08 to Fri Aug 11 2023 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.
"Very Nice!"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Really enjoyed my stay. Very nice!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Aug-2023 Verified review, stayed from Tue Aug 08 to Fri Aug 11 2023 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Place"
Overall score5.0/ 5
I highly recommend the Waterfront Inn at TV. A beautiful place!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-May-2023 Verified review, stayed from Fri May 05 to Mon May 08 2023 at a $203.66 average nightly rate.
"Acceptable Hotel"
Overall score4.0/ 5
The hotel was okay.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Apr-2023 Verified review, stayed from Mon Apr 10 to Wed Apr 12 2023 at a $157.49 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay!"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Warm welcome, great stay!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Feb-2023 Verified review, stayed from Wed Feb 08 to Fri Feb 10 2023 at a $282.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean Rooms"
Overall score3.0/ 5
The room was clean.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Jan-2023 Verified review, stayed from Thu Jan 05 to Sun Jan 08 2023 at a $172.33 average nightly rate.
"Fantastic Hotel & Location"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Friendly staff, very clean room! Location is perfect!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-Sep-2022 Verified review, stayed from Tue Sep 27 to Wed Sep 28 2022 at a $117.69 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 158 guest reviews

Property description

The Waterfront Inn Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages – providing casual elegance, charm, and the ultimate guest experience.The Waterfront Inn provides sophistication and relaxation by blending southern hospitality with modern amenities. The beautifully decorated guestrooms feature flat-screen televisions with cable, cozy pillow top beds with 300 thread count sheets, spacious work desks and internet access. The gold and soft green décor make The Waterfront Inn a tranquil place to relax and the perfect place to get work done. When the stars come out, The Villages come alive with nightly entertainment. Enjoy your favorite libation, while listening to our piano player Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at our Lobby Bar. The Waterfront Inn is a short stroll away from the Town Square where friends gather to enjoy music, dancing, shopping and dining. Our attentive staff provides the finest traveler experience so you can enjoy lakeside luxury in Florida's friendliest hometown.Spacious lobbyWireless High-Speed Internet accessVersatile meeting spaceFlat-screen television with premium channelsPillow top beds with 300 thread count sheetsMicrowave, suite-size refrigerators & safes After you have enjoyed some of the local entertainment, just stroll back to The Waterfront Inn and you are in for a restful night's sleep!

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 4:00pm
Check-out: Noon
Year of last renovation: 2020
Floors: 4
Rooms: 118
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 118
Rooms with disabled access: 5
Rooms with one bed: 68
Rooms with two beds: 44
Suites: 6
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Meeting space: 2000 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 100 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 3.0 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar hours: 3pm - 9pm
Pool Info:
Outdoor pool Hours: Dusk to Dawn
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual rooms within a block must be cancelled 48 hours prior to arrival. Entire Group blocks must be cancelled 30 days prior during May - Nov and 45 days prior Dec - April.
Nightly parking: 0
Typical group deposit: 25%
Total taxes: 9.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 7.00%
Food and Beverage Tax: 7.00%
Audio Visual Tax: 7.00%
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 22.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 0.00%
Chef Attendant Fees: 100.00 Per Function
Banquet Urn of Coffee: 48.00 Per Item

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Terrace
  • TV room
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

Orlando International - 57 miles Sanford/Orlando Airport - 58Daytona International - 72Tampa International - 89

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Breakfast information

Enjoy our full breakfast buffet every morning from 6:30AM – 10:30AM Monday through Friday. Saturday until 11:00AM and Sunday until 10:30am. The buffet is only $10.00 per person and includes: Omelets and eggs made to order, Fresh cut fruits, Bacon, sausage, Grits, Oatmeal, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, yogurt, cereal, assorted Danishes, fresh juice, and coffee.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Free on-site parking

Internet/Wi-Fi

Complimentary

Cleaning policies

Special COVID cleaning procedures in guest rooms and public spaces. Hand sanitizers providing throughout the property.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at The Waterfront Inn

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at The Waterfront Inn.

Feel free to use the The Waterfront Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in The Villages event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sq ft)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Greatroom 64 x 30 x 9 1895--/1006080505040--/--130130--
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Greatroom

Our banquet space is perfect for intimate, private events for up to 100 people. The banquet room has a terrace that overlooks Lake Sumter and Arnold Palmer Golf Course, creating the perfect ceremony backdrop for any event!
Room type:
Ballroom
Total size:
1895 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
64 x 30 x 9 Ft
Floor level:
1
Power outlets:
7
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System

FAQs about The Waterfront Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is Noon based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Waterfront Inn have?

There are 118 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Waterfront Inn?

Enjoy our full breakfast buffet every morning from 6:30AM – 10:30AM Monday through Friday. Saturday until 11:00AM and Sunday until 10:30am. The buffet is only $10.00 per person and includes: Omelets and eggs made to order, Fresh cut fruits, Bacon, sausage, Grits, Oatmeal, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, yogurt, cereal, assorted Danishes, fresh juice, and coffee.

What parking is available at The Waterfront Inn?

Free on-site parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary

Can I get a AAA rate at The Waterfront Inn?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP Rate - 1 King Bed Overlooking Lake 333sqft Microwave AARP ID Required At Time Of Check in

Is there a gym at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Waterfront Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool Hours: Dusk to Dawn.

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