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3.0/5
Based on 158 guest reviews
- 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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1 King Bed Overlooking Lake 333sqft Microwave Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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1 King Bed Pillowtop Mattress Rollinshower Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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1 King Bed with Sofa Balcony Overlooking Lake and Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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2 Queen Beds Equipped with Microwave Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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2 Queen Beds Lake View Luxury Linens Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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2 Queen Beds Plus Balcony Overlooking Lake Stroll Down To Market Square To Enjoy Shopping
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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.
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Verified Reviews of The Waterfront Inn
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Tired looking hotel."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Needs updating! Service was Okay though..
Sarah P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
10-Aug-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 09 to Sat Aug 10 2024 at a $143.10 average nightly rate.
"Great place to stay with great staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I will be back. All the employees were great especially the girls at the front desk.
Carl R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Jul-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 16 to Fri Jul 19 2024 at a $144.99 average nightly rate.
"Twice awakened by barking dogs."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
barking dogs in room next door. construction work in lobby.
Fred H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Jul-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 09 to Thu Jul 11 2024 at a $126.51 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Inn"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We stayed five days having two kids and two adults. Was an absolutely beautiful Inn. Even with the remodeling. Gorgeous view and we all enjoyed the pool. All staff were polite a when you needed anything they were on top of it right away. Would highly recommend this Inn. Thank you for a great stay!
Robbin W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
09-Jul-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 04 to Tue Jul 09 2024 at a $122.25 average nightly rate.
"Lovely Hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I was pleasantly surprised just how lovely this hotel was. It was recommended to me by a friend.
Salvatore M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Jul-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 29 to Tue Jul 02 2024 at a $149.45 average nightly rate.
"Great!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great!
James D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
21-Jun-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 20 to Sat Jun 22 2024 at a $141.99 average nightly rate.
"Good, clean rooms. Polite employees. Nice pool!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We enjoyed our time at the hotel. Children enjoyed he pool. Clean rooms. Polite employees.
Ronnett F. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from
26-Apr-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 22 to Wed Apr 24 2024 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Beautiful site and room. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Michelle S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
09-Apr-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 06 to Sun Apr 07 2024 at a $209.00 average nightly rate.
"Very Nice"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Nice views, having a balcony was great. Restaurant was nice, food was great.
John M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
19-Mar-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Mar 14 to Mon Mar 18 2024 at a $309.00 average nightly rate.
"Enjoyed My Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Enjoyed my stay.
Robert K. (Long term stay guest, booked 1 room), from
10-Mar-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 18 to Wed Mar 06 2024 at a $272.99 average nightly rate.
"Everything was wonderful."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
My room was the best ever!
Karen N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
24-Jan-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 22 to Wed Jan 24 2024 at a $204.00 average nightly rate.
"Always Great"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Nice clean comfortable room. Good time in the lounge great service from the bartender and servers.
Kenneth R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Jan-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 20 to Sun Jan 21 2024 at a $168.27 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable room, great bed."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We enjoyed our brief stay at the Waterfront Inn. our king size bed was very comfortable and the coffee pot in room was definitely great.
Nancy H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Jan-2024
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 12 to Sun Jan 14 2024 at a $234.00 average nightly rate.
"Everything was good."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything was fine.
Anne C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
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.
Sharon P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
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!
Cynthia M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
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.
Roxanne N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
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!
Roxanne N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Aug-2023
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 08 to Fri Aug 11 2023 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.
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 lobby
Wireless High-Speed Internet access
Versatile meeting space
Flat-screen television with premium channels
Pillow top beds with 300 thread count sheets
Microwave, 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 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 5 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 68 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 44 |
| Suites: | 6 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 2000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 100 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 3.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 3pm - 9pm |
| Pool Info: Outdoor pool Hours: Dusk to Dawn |
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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. |
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| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 9.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (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 Gallon 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 - 58 Daytona International - 72 Tampa International - 89
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle 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, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
Free on-site parking
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary
Cleaning Policies
Special COVID cleaning procedures in guest rooms and public spaces. Hand sanitizers providing throughout the property.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) |
Size (sqft.) |
Banquet 5'/6'  |
Crescent |
Classroom |
Hollow Square  |
U-Shape |
Boardroom |
Convention 8'/10'  |
Theater |
Reception |
Regist. Desk  |
| Greatroom | 64 x 30 x 9 | 1895 | --/100 | 60 | 80 | 50 | 50 | 40 | --/-- | 130 | 130 | -- |
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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. Mi
Dimensions:
64 x 30 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
7
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
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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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"I found your website and service to be impeccable and completely enjoyable. It made our planning so easy!" L.M. - San Francisco, CA
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