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    The Waterfront Inn

    455 reviews
    #2 of 2 Hotels in The Villages
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    1105 Lakeshore Dr, The Villages, FL 32162-1698
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.0
    455 reviews
    #2 of 2 Hotels in The Villages
    GreenLeaders Silver level
    • Excellent55%
    • Very good24%
    • Average13%
    • Poor5%
    • Terrible3%
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    “lake sumter”(33 reviews)
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    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast Buffet
    Air Conditioning
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Family Rooms
    Bar/Lounge
    Fitness center
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    3 Star Hotel
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    1105 Lakeshore Dr, The Villages, FL 32162-1698
    43.7 miles to Orlando Sanford International Airport
    17 restaurants are within a 0.25 mile radius
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    All reviewslake sumternightly entertainmentbreakfast buffetbalcony overlooking the lakesales managerrent a golf cartwithin walking distancebalcony roombeautiful hotelwater viewnice sizebeds were very comfortableconvenient locationhotel restaurantcoffee makerchristiewedding
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    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Bed bugs- 435

    My family and I stayed in two adjoining rooms over the past weekend. Unfortunately, we were given a room with bedbugs. The hotel gave us another room but it wasn’t adjoining so I was stuck sleeping with the kids while my husband had the room...More

    Thank Ohiomom003
    Response from Amelias52, General Manager at The Waterfront InnResponded 4 days ago

    Thank you for your recent stay at The Waterfront Inn. We appreciate you sharing your honest feedback with us and we are sorry that we let you down during your stay. I am glad to hear that we were able to quickly move your rooms....More

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Great location and proximity to Fun times

    Walking distance to all entertainment, restaurants, and shops. Great water view and comfortable accommodations. Tommy Bahama-like decor, on property bar, restaurant and live music in the evening. Well priced for 4th of July week.

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Can't beat the lakeside balcony views

    Stay here often. Love the lake side balcony rooms. View lovely. Pricey. Room spacious and nice bed, desk, sofa, and lounge chair. Amelia's their restaurant has changed menu and was not thrilled with that much preferred old menu. Pool and hot tub clean and not...More

    Thank KittyCat522
    Response from Amelias52, General Manager at The Waterfront InnResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for making the Waterfront Inn your home away from home. I am pleased to hear that we were able to meet your needs and expectations during your stay once again. I will share your comments with my staff and thank them for their...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Good for the off-season price

    Price and Room were good, However the staff leaves a bit to be desired. Check-in was 3pm. They finally had my room ready at 4:15pm. No greeting when you walk into hotel, Two women sitting at desks, had to ask if this was the check-in...More

    Thank Appleby2018
    Response from Amelias52, General Manager at The Waterfront InnResponded 1 week ago

    We appreciate you choosing The Waterfront Inn for your stay in The Villages. I was sorry to read your comments regarding your unpleasant staff experience, please accept my sincerest apology. We take great pride in our training of staff so that they have the right...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Our Wedding

    Top notch experience from beginning to end. Raquel made the planning process easy and interactive. The ambience for our wedding was great--outside by the water. The wedding banquet was inside and the set up was first class. The buffet food was A++++. I can't say...More

    Thank mrsscamp
    Response from Amelias52, General Manager at The Waterfront InnResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for your wonderful words recognizing the staff and their attention to detail and service during your wedding. We are honored that you chose us to host your special day! It truly is the perfect ceremony and reception location. Our planners like Raquel, will...More

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    GreenLeaders Silver level
    Amenities
    Top amenities
    Pool
    Restaurant
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
    Room Service
    Bar/Lounge
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    Free Parking
    Room Service
    Business Center with Internet Access
    Wheelchair access
    Meeting Rooms
    Laundry Service
    Concierge
    Banquet Room
    Multilingual Staff
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Conference Facilities
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Dry Cleaning
    Room amenities
    Air Conditioning
    Microwave
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    Pool
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    Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
    Bar/Lounge
    Hot Tub
    Heated pool
    Outdoor pool
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    $106 - $155 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms
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    Mel H
    June 26, 2017|
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    Response from KikiGinger | Reviewed this property |
    I have never measured a hotel rooms square footage. I agree with Flora. You should contact the hotel directly.
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    June 26, 2017|
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    Response from FloraPhyllisNJ | Reviewed this property |
    I was in a suite and a king. Both were large
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    June 8, 2017|
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    Response from Niferlou | Reviewed this property |
    Call the hotel to verify but I believe they do as most villagers own dogs
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    "Lake side balcony rooms great"
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    "Ask for lake view - we got the parking lot view."
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    "Views of the lake would be pretty"
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    "Ask for a water view."
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