LAKESIDE INN ON LAKE DORA, Mount Dora

Lakeside Inn On Lake Dora - Florida's Oldest Operating Hotel with Victorian Architecture and Lakefront Views

Located in the heart of Mount Dora's historic district, this 2-star Mount Dora hotel has operated continuously since 1883. The Lakeside Inn spans five yellow and white Victorian buildings, housing 90 guest rooms and suites across four distinct structures: Lakeside, Gables, Terrace, and Sunset Cottage. The property features The Beauclaire restaurant with garden views, Tremain's Tavern for casual dining, and lakefront dining on The Verandah. A 200-foot covered porch lined with rocking chairs overlooks the grounds, while outdoor amenities include a lakefront swimming pool with a pool bar and two docks. The GateHouse Gift Gallery showcases Central Florida artisans' works. The Lakeside Inn On Lake Dora provides 5000 square feet of indoor function space and multiple outdoor venues. Situated 34 miles from Orlando Executive Airport, the property maintains historic features like glass doorknobs and real keys, with all paint colors registered by the National Historical Trust for Preservation.

Pros

Historic significance as Florida's last remaining Victorian-era hotel in Central Florida

President Calvin Coolidge and First Lady Grace Coolidge stayed here in 1930

Majestic moss-draped oaks and white sand shoreline of Lake Dora

Activities include guided boat tours, seaplane rides, and carriage rides

Cons

No elevators available in any building

Not all doorways and walkways are wheelchair accessible