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Seven rooms. A hundred and forty-four years.
A historic lakefront inn on the eastern shore of Lake Minneola — remodeled with a Key West feel, and shaded by oaks older than most of the county.
An escape from ordinary lodging.
Founded in 1882, the Lake Minneola Inn is a quaint, historic hotel on the eastern shore of the lake — just north of Clermont in Lake County's South Lake area. Every room has been remodeled and renovated — the relaxed Key West palette is new, but the original architecture and many of the original fixtures stayed exactly where they were.
Stroll the grounds, find shade under the grand old oaks, and settle in for what's fairly reliably the best sunset in Lake County. Lunch and dinner are out back at the Tiki Bar & Grill, and the pontoon boats are waiting at the dock.
We're 24 miles from Magic Kingdom and 27 from Universal — close enough for a day out, far enough that you can actually hear the water at night.
Choose your window.
Seven rooms, each remodelled in a relaxed Key West palette — every one air-conditioned, with a private shower, flat-screen TV and ceiling fan. Tap any room to see it up close.
Rates shown are nightly starting prices. Rooms 2, 3 and the ground floor are step-free; Rooms 5–8 are on the upper floors (no elevator).
What you get.
- Free parking in our own lot — no meters, no garage
- Free WiFi throughout the property
- Flat-screen TV in every room
- Keurig coffee maker in every room
- Central air-conditioning and heat throughout
- Guest social area and coffee bar
- Large conference room for meetings and small events
- The Tiki Bar & Grill in the back yard, open till midnight
- Pontoon boat rentals at our own dock
- Lake frontage, a jetty, and grand old oaks
Book direct. Straight with the family.
The front desk takes reservations by phone through the day — but the lake doesn't keep office hours. Give us a call while we're open, or leave your dates below any time and we'll get right back to you.
Fastest way: just call
The front desk knows which rooms have the view, what's quiet this weekend, and whether the boats are running. That's a two-minute phone call, not a form.
Front desk 9am–5pm daily.
The honest version.
We'd rather tell you now than have you find out at 9pm. This is a historic inn, not a chain hotel — here's what that actually means.
Is there a lobby and front desk 24 hours?
No — the front desk is staffed 9am–5pm, and check-in closes at 10pm. Arriving later than that needs to be arranged with us in advance: we'll set up where to go, who to meet and how to get your key before you travel. It's a historic inn with guests already turned in for the night, so late arrivals are by prior arrangement only.
Can I get ice after the Tiki Bar closes?
Yes. The ice machine is on the exterior of the Tiki Bar and it's accessible 24 hours, so you're covered even after the bar has closed.
Is there an iron and ironing board?
Not in the rooms. Ask the front desk and we'll bring one up.
Do the windows open?
In the historic rooms, most don't — the original frames stayed. The inn is centrally cooled and heated (and we'll gladly adjust it within reason if you're not comfortable), and every room has a ceiling fan.
Are pets allowed?
Not in the guest rooms. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas of the Tiki Bar.
How far is Disney and Universal?
About 24 miles to Magic Kingdom and 27 to Universal — roughly 40 to 50 minutes depending on I-4. Orlando International is about an hour.
Can I arrive by boat?
Yes. We're on the Clermont Chain of Lakes with dock space at the Tiki Bar. Call ahead on busy weekends.
Can I park a boat trailer?
Trailer parking is available for inn guests only. Ask us for details when you book and we'll make sure there's room for you.
Do you have a room for a meeting or small event?
We have a large conference room and lakefront lawn. Call the front desk at 352-394-0134 to talk through dates and headcount.