The Citrus on the Lake

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December 2024

January 2025

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar

24/7 front desk

Housekeeping

Breakfast included

Laundry

Pool

Explore the area

199 W Ruby Street, Tavares, FL, 32778

Lake County Historical Museum
2 min walk
Lake Dora
3 min walk
TableTop Team Trivia
7 min walk
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
14 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Nonsmoking)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Lake View (Nonsmoking)

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pool

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Parking included

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

About this property

Beach hotel with 3 restaurants and free breakfast

3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in are onsite.

The Citrus on the Lake offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Citrus on the Lake. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake County Historical Museum. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.

Free continental breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Enjoy Caribbean cuisine while dining at Tiki West
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Amenities include laundry facilities, an elevator, and a terrace
Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and spaciousness
Steps from Lake County Historical Museum and 3 minutes by foot from Lake Dora
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Citrus on the Lake. Free self parking is available.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Tiki West - This restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Puddle Jumpers - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Buster Tubbs - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
3 restaurants
1 bar

Restaurants on site

Tiki West
Puddle Jumpers
Buster Tubbs

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Fridge

Conveniences

Lift
Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Outdoors

Firepit
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices available
Lift
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairwells
Pool hoist on site
Step-free path to entrance
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Towels

Entertainment

TV channels
Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Fridge

Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Breakfast is provided for 2 persons per day. A fee is required for additional persons for breakfast.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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The Citrus on the Lake Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Amy

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Safe, different dining options!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul

Travelled with partner

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

This area was a unique little enclave unto itself with a view of lake Dora. We were on the 2nd floor of a 4 story during hurricane Debbie. During the night water started coming in to the closet area of our room soaking our clothes. The ceiling was previously water stained and patched, so this wasn’t just because of Debbie. Because this leak has not been corrected is the reason for the poor review. Otherwise it was a nice stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Juan

Travelled with family

6 Aug 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The hotel is in a nice area, tons of things to do but the hotel needs and update some rooms are old, have old furniture and the breakfast is not a breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Travelled with partner

2 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Our first room had a leaky mini split unit that drained all over the counter. They moved us rooms and the new room that had an under performing AC. Also sewer smell in the bathroom, shower did not regulate properly Freezing cold or scalding hot and ants crawling all over the bathroom counter. Lots of spider webs on lamp shades and in the corners of both rooms. Will not ever return. Staff was nice though

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

grace C

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mount Dora or bust!

A great find just minutes from Mount Dora. They have three buildings and we stayed in the furthest building from the main building. It was different but we got used to it. We had a balcony and a nice view of the lake. There was breakfast every day. The grounds are very nice. The only ding would be the pool. It needed vacuuming and I asked about that at the front desk, but it wasn’t done during our stay. The hotel is convenient to several restaurants, a nice park, a boardwalk of sorts along the lake, and community that is picturesque. If we ever come back to this area, we would most definitely stay here again

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

5 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

30 Jun 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Nice place, walking distance to food and shops. Great views, nice pool. Wish they would keep up on property maintenance. Building could use some pressure washing, patio furniture was not in great condition. Overall a nice place. We will go back at some point.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with partner

30 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The lake view from our room was beautiful! There were different choices of restaurants and bars available in walking distance. The rooms were very big and clean. Only problem was late night screaming and loud vehicles.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

9 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller

6 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very welcoming and pleasant staff. Hotel is the heart of downtown and spread across three different buildings, all overlooking Lake Dora. Downtown Tavares is small but very fun, and activity on the lake can be enjoyed from your balcony. If you're traveling to Tavares, by far your best option.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

6 Jun 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

anthoy

6 Jun 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

4 Jun 2024

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family

3 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Smith

Travelled with family

30 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with partner

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great spot next to the water and boat ramp. Perfect for bringing your water toys. Rooms are spacious and the view is great. We love this place.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, albuquerque

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cuvvy

25 May 2024

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

James R

21 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable but a little inconvenient.

The room was comfortable and small refrigerator with coffee maker convenient. However, we were unaware that our room was in the building across the street from the main hotel. This meant that in pouring rain, we had to go outside to the main building for breakfast, which was good, BTY.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

17 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

16 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay conveniently located

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rishav

13 May 2024

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Cosia

Business traveller

29 Apr 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Meh…

One night stay was ok. This is an older hotel but in a great location. The room has noticeably worn furnishings. Outlets do not hold charging cords well and aren’t conveniently located. The bed was comfortable and there was a really nice view of the lake. Staff were very nice.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024