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The Citrus on the Lake

Property class: 3

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A hotel with a pool, a view of the water, and a sign for KeyWest Resort.
A multi-story hotel with a pool area.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table with a bowl, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a kitchenette, and a large painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a dining area, two sofas, a table, and a TV.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $165
$149 nightly
$165 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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199 W Ruby Street, Tavares, FL, 32778
  • Place, Lake Dora
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wooten Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake County Historical Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a green armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, flat-screen TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Corner

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A balcony with a view of a marina and a body of water.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

1 King Bed - 1 Queen Bed with Balcony View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Tavares

When you stay at The Citrus on the Lake in Tavares, you'll be in the entertainment district, just steps from Lake County Historical Museum and Lake Dora. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Wooten Park and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Eustis.

What's nearby

  • Lake Dora - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wooten Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake County Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Eustis - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Universal Studios Florida - 54 min drive - 45.9 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Citrus on the Lake

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

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 on request and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Grab a bite to eat at Nautilus Coffe Co, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Nautilus Coffe Co - Onsite café. Open daily.
Argonaut Bar Lounge - This bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Kalua Beach Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.
Ironworks Steak Dining - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Citrus Sky Bar - This rooftop bar serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Argonaut Bar Lounge
  • Citrus Sky Bar
  • Ironworks Steak Dining
  • Kalua Beach Bar
  • Nautilus Coffe Co

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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 at the property
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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Breakfast is provided for 2 persons per day. A fee is required for additional persons for breakfast.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is 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

The Citrus on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1009 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay and thoroughly enjoyed an anniversary celebration!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was helpful and kind. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. No breakfast or amenities to speak of except Free wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. The upstairs bar was really nice, with great personable bartenders. Lakeview was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the restaurants and bars on site. Walking distance or on property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good place to stay for the money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish coffee pots had been in room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness
They have separate buildings and at least the one we stayed in was a room that was connected on both sides to other rooms where the neighbors were loud beyond the point of being able to sleep. All night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed and a fun location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super awesome and helpful staff. The place is awesome. Great environment will be going back very soon. My favorite places
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simply put, just a wonderful place to hang your hat when in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place could be beautiful! Great location, large room, potential to be a great place. No coffee pot in the room. Sheets beaded. Some curtains hung backwards others straight. Sheets sideways on bed. Just plain and un done. However, it was clean, staff nice, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lake view and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was horrible and neglected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, good people, room large and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not eat breakfast there but the facility was a great place to stay and enjoy the Lake and surrounding sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view and staff was super friendly and helpful! Second stay and will be back soon! The steakhouse was also amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Such a cute spot. Only downside was all the area rest and stores within walking distance closed way too early. Basically right after dinner time. Other than that, we loved our stay. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Comfortable, quiet and large rooms. The only unfortunate situation was no coffee or breakfast available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room in the 2nd building smelled of weed, Dead bugs in the corner of the room. The sheets had hairs and stains. Bird poop dried on outdoor balcony chairs. We had to request a new room. Nice lake view & the new room was acceptable. No breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toni at the front desk was FANTASTIC and very knowledgeable about the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025