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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ocala with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Front of property
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Exterior detail
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

Map
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • I-75 Super Flea Market
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Studio

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible King Studio

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Living room
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Queen Suite with Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Living room
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Ocala

At The Riding Academy Hotel you'll be within a 5-minute walk of World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Added amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and a lift. To-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Ocala hotel include Rainbow Springs State Park and Silver Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 19 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotel in Ocala with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
As a guest of The Riding Academy Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Riding Academy Hotel also features express check-out and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This Ocala hotel is smoke free.

  • 390 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Riding Academy Hotel offers 390 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Exterior

The Equestrian Hotel

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 494 reviews
The price is NZ$468
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
The Equestrian Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower (122 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately USD 20.00 for adults and from USD 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD200.0 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Property is also known as

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The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Riding Academy Hotel?

The Riding Academy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riding Academy Hotel?

As of 29 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on 27 Jul 2025 start from NZ$342.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Yep, The Riding Academy Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

The Riding Academy Hotel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

No, The Riding Academy Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 562 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is great! Friendly staff, super convenient location when attending horse shows or other events at the World Equestrian Center. Beds are very comfy and the suites are a great size for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything was absolutely awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations at their finest. Beautiful grounds, exquisitely decorated lobby and common areas, spacious well appointed rooms, lovely, helpful staff, and delicious food. We were not here showing, selling, or competing in any horse events but would definitely come back just for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a friendly staff and great accommodations. We frequent both hotels. We never had a bad experience at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica L

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this property! Perfect location for WEC we love it here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Csilla

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

betsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Riding Academy

As soon as we walked in, we were amazed by the cleanliness and beauty of the hotel. All the staff were friendly, courteous and professional, from the front desk to the staff in the Tack Room and to the housekeepers. There was a specific attention to detail and comfort. The room included a living area that made the suite very spacious and I loved the balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice new hotel, long hallways!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Rooms were so comfortable and well designed. Just beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Rockledge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this hotel!!! Beautiful yet affordable and we loved seeing so many dogs on property! They are truly very pet friendly!! 😃
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not overdone but very lovely hotel with great staff and amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great property especially if your in town for any of the horse shows in Ocala. The rooms are spacious. They offered an upgrade for $40 a day. We had a view of the pool. Not worth the up grade expense. Your not in your room enough. No microwaves in the rooms. Took our food to the front desk and they heated it up for us. More inconvenient than anything, but thankful for the option.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent experience for my family!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business stay turned vacation!

Great second stay here! Love the rooms and pool! The only thing we were not happy with was that on checkout day (hours prior to our checkout time) our room keys quit working and the thermostat in the room locked so it got really warm in the room. I didn’t feel like that was right since we had until noon to checkout.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025