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The Citrus on the Lake

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Flat-screen TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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199 W Ruby Street, Tavares, FL, 32778
  • Place, Lake Dora
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wooten Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, TableTop Team Trivia
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Corner

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 King Bed - 1 Queen Bed with Balcony View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

1 King Bed - 1 Queen Bed with Balcony View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Citrus on the Lake

Along with 5 restaurants, this hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Citrus on the Lake offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that 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. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 5 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include 5 restaurants, a coffee shop and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a terrace
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the spaciousness and cleanliness
  • Steps from Lake County Historical Museum and Lake Dora
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at The Citrus on the Lake. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tavares hotel.

Nautilus Coffe Co – On-site café.
Argonaut Bar Lounge – This bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open selected days.
Kalua Beach Bar – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and only serves lunch. Open daily.
Ironworks Steak Dining – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Citrus Sky Bar – This rooftop bar serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

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
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: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb 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.
  • Cots (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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • 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

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. 455 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Pros: Spaceous corner room with a decent view of the lake. Front desk was also very friendly. Comfortable bed. Cons: Entire second floor reaked of bleach. Mini ironing board was broken in several ways. No coffee or water in the room was a bit uncommon. Housekeeping started early (before 8am) and was extremely loud. OK for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ramzy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, right on Lake Dora. The staff was extremely courteous and accommodating. A gem of a property in a nice walkable town. My room had a beautiful view of the lake. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room, clean, internet slow and hard to connect to
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MARK, Lantana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Linda, Tavares

Liked: Staff & service
I did not go to the bar. My room was nice, but there wasn’t a bar soap and the floor was kind of gritty from sand. I did not go to the beach or the pool as the weather was not good while I was there. The view is tremendous. The set up with the room is nice and I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LEE A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lona Dianne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was so pleased when I walked in and saw two full bathrooms, a half bath, full living room, full dining room, and a nice kitchen. It made our stay so much easier having all that room in a hotel. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Well there was a hole in the bathroom wall plugged with kleenex. Other than that.....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

John, Parrish

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was in good condition but the toilet didn’t work so well. It was New Years Eve and no one on call for service. We stayed in building two which has a back door entrance. Not very good lighting in the back for late evening return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Room had no bath towels, no coffee provisions and no phone to call main desk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hotel is situated in proximity to the beauty of the Lake, restaurants, a marina and seaplanes. There is ample free parking and check-in was a breeze. The staff at the front desk were amazing and Toni and Sharon went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed the hotel's hospitality as well as what was nearby for us to enjoy. It is hard to emphasize how exceptional staff were. The room was spacious, clean and quiet with a nice balcony to help you enjoy the lake view. There is also a rooftop bar but it is only open for the latter part of the week and weekend. Great place to stay and we will definitely be back.
Balcony view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Everything was fine except for the bed. Our bed made so much noise with every move that there was no sleeping
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,staff very friendly,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating. There was a mix up with Expedia and the hotel. (Expedia has suite pictures posted at basic room prices). But the staff was nice enough to give us the suite at the listed price. Room was very clean, close to everything downtown, great restaurants, nice parks, and great view of the lake. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

luis

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs lots of improvement dirty room No coffee available for guest Maybe next time it will be on a better condition The price to high for what you get
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle, Plant City

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but sparse. Too close to the elevator but a good value for the discounted rate. Definitely not worth the rack rate. We’d stay there again for the discounted rate. The rooftop bar was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabby

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and location was convenient to local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Huge king sized bedroom. Very clean and comfortable. Only exception was that there was no coffee maker in the room and no coffee or breakfast is offered in the lobby. Front desk staff were very courteous and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very kind. We were upgraded to a balcony room. The room was clean and spacious. The only negative is there are no coffee makers in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferial

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

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was great. Very clean. The only complaint we had NO COFFEE!!!! Even in the most cheapest hotels I've stayed in had coffee at least in the lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but had an off putting odor. There is no coffee maker but a coffee shop downstairs from building 2. I felt like the office staff could have brought us to our room or building. Maybe a golf cart. I don’t know, it was like “park over there somewhere”. There are 3 buildings, you don’t know what room you’re getting. I was supposed to get a room with 2 beds but got 1 king. The check in building has nothing to offer, a couple chairs and a tv. It’s not inviting. Hot tea, something? I don’t know maybe there focus is else where other than customer service. When you call the number they answer maybe half the time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025