The Waterfront Inn

Hotels
8.5 (735 reviews)
1105 Lakeshore Drive , The Villages , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Bar closing too early
Room amenities lacking for longer stays

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
The room was comfortable, impeccably clean, updated, and cozy.
Service
9.11
Staff very welcoming and friendly. Special mention to Curtiss for professional service.
Location
9.15
Location was superb, just a few minutes walk from the square.
Room Quality
7.6
The room was comfortable, but some guests found it lacking in amenities for longer stays.
Amenities
8.13
Pool area was beautiful, but the bar closed early. Room service was well-received.
Value for Money
8.59
Good experience for the price, especially with the amenities and service.
Food and Beverage
8.14
Ordered room service, and the food was amazing.
Overall Experience
8.61
Guests had a fantastic time, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 03:50

Property Description

Southern Charm and Lakeside Luxury

Luxurious Accommodations: Each room at The Waterfront Inn is equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, microwave, and fridge, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Entertainment and Relaxation: Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or enjoy nightly music and entertainment at the hotel. The hot tub and fitness room provide additional opportunities for relaxation and leisure.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in southern specialties at Amelia’s restaurant, from coconut shrimp to GRILLED RIBEYE, or sip on nightly drink specials at The Lobby Bar.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and entertainment at The Waterfront Inn. Book your stay now for an unforgettable lakeside getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MCO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 735 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.14
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Janet • couple • us
10
Pros:

Quiet, Clean, and A Good way to visit in the Villages

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • ca
10
This hotel was perfect for our stay.
Pros:

Loved the location and the view of the lake. Nice sized room.

Cons:

If I had to find one thing, it would be the Slow elevator

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Dee • couple • us
7
Ok experience
Pros:

The rooms were smaller than anticipated. The hotel accommodations were outdated.

Cons:

Cost was expensive for services provide and room size,

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Spacious room, lovely. Much nicer than Brownwood hotel.

Cons:

For the price, breakfast should be included.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • us
7
A pleasant and convenient spot for visiting family at The Villages
Pros:

Nice location on the water, close to shops and restaurants. Front desk staff pleasant. Room was clean and spacious. Bed comfortable and nice walk in shower. Appreciated coffee in the morning.

Cons:

Decor is fine but nothing really special about the design. Lake view is also a pool view, and a full jacuzzi and sunbathers are not really beautiful. Certainly not worth paying extra for. A 4 p.m. checkin and 11 a.m. checkout seems a quite limited stay, again questionable for the price. Service at the bar before closing was not very friendly nor was it pleasant to have people mopping up around you before closing.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Rich • couple • us
10
Would recommend
Pros:

Good location and very easy to get around

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bed frames are a bad design and no grab bars in the tub.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
6
Stayed at the loacation twice and will not stay again.
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Watch out for the big wooden bed frames. Design is not good and you can hit your shins.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Bridget • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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harryjT4619OB • Family
8
A nice, pleasant place
Pros:

Nice hotel. Nice setting on a lake. Room was good size and clean. ComfortableA

2026-02-25 • via Tripadvisor
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GuysNottingham • NONE
6
Worth considering
Pros:

The hotel is well situated and has an excellent pool area overlooking the lake. A significant negative was the restaurant. When we brought this to the hotel’s attention they were polite but not really interested.

2026-02-23 • via Tripadvisor
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F5573AKstephenb • Family
2
Unfriendly and excessive charges
Pros:

I've been in The Villages for 19 years. I've had numerous people stay at this hotel. I would never have another person Stay there again.

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Relax46376811801 • Solo travel
4
Maidless hotel
Pros:

For the price they charge for a room you would expect that the room would be clean. I rinsed some of the shower out while bathing but wished I had a pair of shower shoes like when I was in the navy. The floor in the room had food crumbs or something all over it as well. The front desk called me about ten minutes after I checked in to ask how I liked my room and I told her it looked like the maid skipped out, and then I went by the front desk and explained it again, thinking they might send someone to clean up, but they didn’t, I’d already paid so I guess I no longer mattered. I mentioned it to the lady at the front desk when checking out as well, she didn’t seem to care very much either. I’d recommend staying somewhere else, I know I won’t be returning.

2026-02-12 • via Tripadvisor
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crocuslover • Couples • Frederick, Maryland
8
Good location near Sumpter Landing
Pros:

We chose this hotel so that we could be close to the Sumpter Landing Town Center. Location is great for that and we were able to walk wherever we wanted. Nice restaurant at rear of lobby called Calypso that will give you 50% off your second entree before 5:00 p.m. We weren't thrilled with our room. No carpet which is GOOD, very good black out shades and blinds on the windows. But there was no comfy chair to sit in, the lighting was DIM, and there was a plastic cover on the mattress that made sleeping very hot. There is a heated pool outside and many rooms have a nice water view. I would stay here again for the one advantage of being able to walk to Sumpter Landing.

2026-02-06 • via Tripadvisor
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Christi • extended_group • us
10
very comfy and walking distance to sumpter landing square
Pros:

had a mini frig and microwave

Cons:

nothing

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Bert • couple • gb
9
Nice stay
Pros:

Excellent location to visit the village

Cons:

No dislikes

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • us
9
AWSOME
Pros:

the SERVICES WERE FANTASTIC FROM FRONT DESK TO ROOM SERVICES TO FOOD
THE VIEW WAS OUTSTANDING AND VERY RELAXING
the EASY WALKING ACCESS TO AL THAT THE VILLAGES HAS TO OFFER MAKE IT EVEN BETTER

Cons:

NOTHING

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jermaine • family_with_children • us
10
The stay and location were impeccable.
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Bernardo • couple • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee