Rachel & Jordan

The 134-year-old Lakeside Inn is not just another typical Florida hotel, it stands as a landmark to Florida tourism. Built in 1883, Lakeside Inn is the oldest continuously-operating hotel in the State of Florida. The Civil War had only ended eighteen years previously and the South was rebuilding. People of means were traveling once again and for those in the cold northern states, the lure of sunshine and warmer weather was as much of a draw then as it is today. It was the Victorian Era and leisure activities like bird watching, fishing, picnics and reading were all the rage. During this era, this Central Florida Lakes Region became an extremely popular destination and, thus, hotels and resorts began appearing in every town and around every lake. The first guests to travel to Lakeside Inn, then called the Alexander House, were true pioneers, since the typical journey from New York would take approximately a week. Most guests would arrive by lake steamer from Jacksonville through the Harris Chain of Lakes and the Dora Canal, as rail service to Mount Dora was still years away.

Many prominent and historic figures have appreciated the gracious comfort of Lakeside Inn over the years. After the completion of his presidency in 1929, President Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace chose Lakeside Inn for a month-long vacation from the New England winter (January 11 – February 12, 1930) and remain, to this day, the most distinguished of the Inn’s guests. When not fishing, boating or picking local oranges, they relaxed on the grand veranda rocking chairs and watched stunning sunsets over Lake Dora as guests do today. Lakeside Inn was also the film set for the 1981 John Schlesinger movie, Honky Tonk Freeway.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the venerable Lakeside Inn is the oldest continuously-operated hotel in the State of Florida. The Inn is privately-held and the current owners are committed to its restoration and preservation. Lakeside Inn currently features 90 comfortably-appointed guest rooms and suites, The Beauclaire Room for dining, Tremain’s Tavern with its weekly schedule of great entertainment and classic cocktail menu, the Sunset Pool Bar and The Gatehouse, a shop featuring an enticing array of local art, crafts and select indigenous Central Florida gift items. Lakeside Inn also offers a variety of indoor function rooms and picturesque outdoor venues perfect for hosting a wide variety of social and business events.

Guests need to call front desk guest reception and mention Herman/Moses wedding.

(352) 383-4101

Your room rates are as follows:
159.00 for our King, Queen or Two Double Beds w/additional 30.00 for Friday or Saturday
169.00 for our Courtyard King or Courtyard Two Doubles w/additional 30.00 for Friday or Saturday
189.00 for our King or Double Suites w/additional 30.00 for Friday or Saturday
209.00 for our Premium Lakefront King w/additional 30.00 for Friday or Saturday
These rates will be honored prior to and following the wedding date for extended stays”
Last date to book the discounted rates is 1/15

To book use code: GL36P0


I’ve booked a block of rooms at the Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North, Tavares, FL. Please note rooms need to be booked by the cutoff date of Saturday, Jan 11, 2020 or they’ll be released to the general public. Reserve your room online or call the hotel directly. 



Below is the information you need to make your reservation.


Group Name: Moses and Herman Wedding
Group Code: GL36P0
Check In: Friday, Feb 14, 2020 (3:00 PM)
Check Out: Monday, Feb 17, 2020 (11:00 AM)
Cutoff Date: Saturday, Jan 11, 2020
Group Billing Options: Guest is responsible for all charges.