The Waterfront Inn

Overview
1105 Lake Shore Dr., The Villages, FL 32162 United States
Near The Villages Market Square
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Waterfront Inn offers a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Highlights
Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible parking
24-hour fitness facilities
Pets allowed
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5.0
11-Oct-2026
"Nice room nice staff"

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 07 to Sun Oct 11 2026 at a $127.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
16-Jul-2026
"The waterfront Inn"

I enjoyed our overnight stay here! The staff were wonderful! I had forgotten some necessary items and was able to buy them at the small store! Everyone was so sweet!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 15 to Thu Jul 16 2026 at a $114.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
10-Jun-2026
"Five day stay"

Service was excellent. Front desk always helpful and friendly.

(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 05 to Wed Jun 10 2026 at a $111.26 average nightly rate.
4.0
24-May-2026
"Nice redo"

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 23 to Mon May 25 2026 at a $137.36 average nightly rate.
4.0
30-Apr-2026
"Excellent"

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 30 to Fri May 01 2026 at a $184.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
12-Apr-2026
"Great Stay"

Booking and check in was easy and staff was friendly. Room was spacious and clean. We had a good experience at Waterfront Inn.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 11 to Sun Apr 12 2026 at a $339.00 average nightly rate.
4.0
04-Apr-2026
"Great Location and Comfortable Lodging"

The location is only steps away from the lake and from Sumter Landing. Our lodging was comfortable, quiet and relaxing.

(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 03 to Sat Apr 04 2026 at a $277.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2020

Floors: 4

Rooms: 118

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 118

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 6

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 3.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 9.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

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.

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Banquet hall
  • Business center
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 1905
  • Conference space size (meters) - 177
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Elevator
  • Fence around pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Meeting rooms
  • Multilingual staff
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 8
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Off-street parking
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Pets allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Terrace
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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.

Free on-site parking

Complimentary

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Essential workers only - NO

Day 1

Breakfast Keke's Breakfast Cafe - A popular breakfast spot offering a variety of delicious breakfast options. Located 0.8 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Lunch RedSauce - A trendy Italian restaurant serving authentic Italian dishes. Located 1.5 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Dinner Cody's Original Roadhouse - A casual steakhouse known for its delicious steaks and friendly atmosphere. Located 1.2 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Activity Lake Sumter Landing Market Square - A vibrant town square with shops, restaurants, and live entertainment. Located 1.3 miles from The Waterfront Inn.

Day 2

Breakfast First Watch - A popular breakfast and brunch spot offering a wide range of healthy and delicious options. Located 1.1 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Lunch Gators Dockside - A casual sports bar and grill serving American classics and seafood dishes. Located 3.2 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Dinner Bonefish Grill - A seafood restaurant known for its fresh seafood and innovative flavors. Located 2.7 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Activity Spanish Springs Town Square - A lively town square with shops, restaurants, and nightly live entertainment. Located 2.5 miles from The Waterfront Inn.

Day 3

Breakfast Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - A family-friendly restaurant known for its breakfast dishes and freshly baked goods. Located 1.9 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Lunch The Olive Branch Mediterranean Grille - A Mediterranean restaurant serving flavorful dishes made with fresh ingredients. Located 3.8 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Dinner Lighthouse Point Bar & Grille - A waterfront restaurant offering seafood, steaks, and stunning views of Lake Harris. Located 18.6 miles from The Waterfront Inn.
Activity Silver Springs State Park - A beautiful park known for its crystal-clear springs, nature trails, and wildlife. Located 35.2 miles from The Waterfront Inn.

FAQs about The Waterfront Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM 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 11:00 AM 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

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

Is The Waterfront Inn pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at The Waterfront Inn?

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

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Waterfront Inn

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

Feel free to use the The Waterfront Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in The Villages event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Greatroom
64 x 30 x 9 • 1895 sqft.
Crescent
60
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
80
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
50
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
40
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
130
Theater Layout
Reception
130
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
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
Floor Level:1
Power Outlets:7
Windows:6
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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