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The Citrus on the Lake

3.0 star property
Tavares beach hotel with 3 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
View from property
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Nonsmoking)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Lake View (Nonsmoking)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
199 W Ruby Street, Tavares, FL, 32778

What's nearby

  • Lake County Historical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Dora - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TableTop Team Trivia - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • AdventHealth Waterman - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 47 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hwy 441 Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Citrus on the Lake

Located in the entertainment district, The Citrus on the Lake is a great choice for a stay in Tavares. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Tiki West, one of 3 restaurants, which serves Caribbean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 65 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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.

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

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2013
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Key West Resort Lake Dora Tavares
Key West Resort Lake Dora
Key West Lake Dora Tavares
Key West Lake Dora
Key West Resort Tavares
Key West Tavares
Key West Resort on Lake Dora
The Citrus on the Lake Hotel
Key West Resort on Lake Dora
The Citrus on the Lake Tavares
The Citrus on the Lake Hotel Tavares

Frequently asked questions

Does The Citrus on the Lake offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Citrus on the Lake 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 The Citrus on the Lake?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Citrus on the Lake?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Citrus on the Lake?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Citrus on the Lake?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Citrus on the Lake and nearby?
The Citrus on the Lake has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Citrus on the Lake?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Caribbean cuisine.
What's the area around The Citrus on the Lake like?
The Citrus on the Lake is a short 3-minute walk from Lake Dora and 7 minutes' walk from TableTop Team Trivia. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Safe, different dining options!
Amy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
Paul, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Juan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

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
Mark, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
grace C, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beatriz, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Andrew, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Gina, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

anthoy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Smith, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Erin, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cuvvy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
James R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yolanda, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay conveniently located
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Rishav, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Cosia, 1-night business trip
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