Red Roof Inn Wildwood, FL - The Villages
345 East State Rd 44, Wildwood, FL 34785, Wildwood, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Overview
Red Roof Inn Wildwood, FL - The Villages is a 2-star hotel in Wildwood, Florida. It is positioned as a budget-oriented option with a public rating of 3.4/5 based on 92 reviews. Guest feedback frequently highlights friendly, professional service, with mixed reports on room condition.
Rooms & Comfort
Multiple guests describe rooms as clean with comfortable beds and functional basics, suggesting a straightforward, no-frills stay. However, other reviews report problems such as lack of hot water and rooms not meeting cleanliness expectations. Expectations are best set for a value property where room quality may vary between stays.
Dining
Breakfast is not mentioned as being provided, and at least one guest specifically noted the absence of breakfast. Some travelers find it convenient to walk to nearby food options, indicating there are places to eat accessible on foot even if on-site dining is limited or not available.
Location & Nearby Places
The hotel is located at 345 East State Rd 44, Wildwood, FL 34785, placing it near a mix of outdoor areas, lakes, and local attractions. Nearby points of interest include Lake Panasoffkee Wildlife Management Area (3.6 km), Whispering Oaks Winery (5.0 km), Millennium Park (7.7 km), and recreation around Lake Okahumpka Park (10.1 km) and Lake Miona Park (9.8 km). Farther afield are Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing (17.4 km), Lake Griffin State Park (19.1 km), and Gypsy Gold Horse Farm (19.0 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-minded travelers who prioritize a low-cost base near Wildwood and the greater Villages-area attractions. It can work well for guests who value friendly, helpful front-desk and housekeeping interactions and want quick access to nearby parks, lakes, and a winery. Travelers who require consistently updated rooms or guaranteed hot-water reliability may want to verify room conditions at check-in.
Travel tips
If you plan to visit outdoor areas, Lake Panasoffkee Wildlife Management Area (about 3.6 km) and Lake Okahumpka Park (about 10.1 km) are among the closer nature-focused options. For a longer outing, Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing is roughly 17.4 km away and Lake Griffin State Park is roughly 19.1 km away. Since breakfast is not reliably available on-site, plan ahead for morning food—some guests report walkable options nearby.
What guests say
Reviews often praise staff helpfulness and professionalism, with front desk and housekeeping called out as particularly accommodating. Several guests report clean rooms, decent furnishings, and comfortable beds at a doable price point. At the same time, negative experiences mention inconsistent cleanliness and maintenance issues, including reports of no hot water. Another recurring point is the lack of breakfast, though some guests find nearby food within walking distance.
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