Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Donnelly Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Mount Dora History Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Renninger's Antique Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 18 min drive
Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 41 min drive
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
WAVE Asian Bistro & Sushi - 3 min walk
Jeremiah's - 14 min walk
Serendipity Brews - 3 min walk
Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - 5 min walk
Pisces Rising - 2 min walk
About this property
Lakeside Inn
Lakeside Inn is a great choice for a stay in Mount Dora. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Beauclaire Room, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a poolside bar, a bar/lounge, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
On a private beach
Ecotours
Helicopter/airplane tours
Canoeing
Boat tours
Motor boating
Fishing
Discount at nearby fitness center
Horse riding nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (3000 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Built in 1883
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Yard
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Beauclaire Room - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
The Veranda - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Tremain's Tavern - This pub serves light fare only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9 to 13 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Lakeside Inn
Lakeside Inn Mount Dora
Lakeside Mount Dora
Lakeside Hotel Mount Dora
Lakeside Inn Hotel
Lakeside Inn Mount Dora
Lakeside Inn Hotel Mount Dora
Frequently asked questions
Does Lakeside Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lakeside Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lakeside Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Lakeside Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Lakeside Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lakeside Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Lakeside Inn and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like rowing, fishing, and motor boating. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lakeside Inn?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Lakeside Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around Lakeside Inn like?
Lakeside Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Lake Dora and 4 minutes' walk from Donnelly Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 29, 2024
Lovely Historic Hotel
Beautiful setting, tropical landscaping, historic hotel and cottage on Lake Dora, walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants.
Eleanor
Eleanor, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 19, 2024
Great location, just okay rooms
You are definitely paying for the amazing location and the historical charm. It is within walking distance of downtown Mount Dora and on the lake which is great. The rooms definitely show wear, the bathrooms require multiple flushes. Some of the quirks are charming such as using an actual key to get in the doors and the old time bathrooms. But mostly just seems like benign neglect to the room. Especially for the price you are paying. Would be more comfortable and have more amenities and cheaper at a Fairfield inn, would just not be as conveniently located.
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 15, 2024
Cyra
Cyra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 11, 2024
Wonderful location
Beautiful property, very historic and beautiful from the outside. I think the inside needs work to be more comfortable and still keep its charm. Room was musty, air was loud, absolutely no counter space in the bathroom and the bedding needed upgrading. It’s the second time we have stayed…can’t beat the location and views!
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
jamie
jamie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Perfect getaway
This is the oldest still operational hotel in the state of Florida! Amazing history and the town is perfect for shopping. Lovely being on the water. SOOOO many choices for dining but the hotel has the best food.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Atsuko
Atsuko, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 1, 2024
THE PLACE TO STAY IN MT DORA
This is a very old hotel that has very old designs (no elevators), But it is extremely charming and this is where we always stay when going to Mt Dora.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
lawrence
lawrence, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Janusz
Janusz, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
A Must Stay for Central FL
Lakeside Inn location is just the best for historic downtown Mount Dora visit. Yes its an old inn, but the charm can't be beat. We will say, thankfully, the king room we stayed in had a much more comfortable bed than the numerous others we have experienced, so that was a plus for these old bones. The dock has been rebuilt! Yeah! And we noticed the pool side bar was back in action, though our short stay this time did not allow us to try it out. Grounds continue to be beautifully maintained and the large porch provided a wonderful view.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Great Staff
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Jerry
Jerry, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
The inn was very clean, the property was amazing
Collette
Collette, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 22, 2024
Nice grounds. Poor rooms.
The grounds of this property are beautiful. It's a historic hotel with beautiful oak trees, the pool facing the lake. We stayed in the Sunset cottage, pet friendly the stairs and hallways were really dirty and smelly. The carpets were black going up the stairs. There is also an additional pet fee of 75.00 unless it's a service animal. The rooms were clean but the bathroom sink was so small it looked more like a school water fountain. No mini fridge to keèp cold water or leftover food. Small tv in the room and bed was very hard.Very good location to stay in downtown Mt.Dora in walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Lakeside Inn is awesome. We had a very relaxing stay and will come again.
Jacky
Jacky, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Loved it!
This place is gorgeous! So quaint, so cute and loads of history. Cant wait to stay again and hace more adventures around the hotel.
Eric
Eric, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Great stay at Lakeside Inn!
Amazing location, great staff. Exactly what should be expected for the price. Can’t wait for the next stay!