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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Reception
Lobby
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The Riding Academy Hotel, minutes from the World Equestrian Center – Ocala, is perfect for equestrian enthusiasts. Enjoy the outdoor pool, free parking, and in-room WiFi. The 24/7 staff assists with needs, and dry cleaning services handle your travel wardrobe.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₹15,753
₹17,565 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Room options

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

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 439 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 439 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 713 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ocala is home to The Riding Academy Hotel. Golden Ocala Golf Course and Ocala National Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Petting Zoo Ocala and Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training. Easy Street Family Fun Center and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also worth visiting.
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1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482

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

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Country Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Consider a stay at The Riding Academy Hotel and take advantage of designer shops on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage at Calluna Spa, the on-site spa. In addition to a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 390 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers
  • 65-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Exterior

The Equestrian Hotel

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 555 reviews
The price is ₹24,798
₹27,650 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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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
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Tack Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open 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
  • Refrigerator

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Riding Academy Hotel
The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
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New! The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

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

As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on 26 Oct 2025 start from ₹15,753.11, excluding 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 The Riding Academy Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Riding Academy Hotel located?

Situated in Ocala, this spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Ocala National Golf Club and Petting Zoo Ocala are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 668 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 668 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 668 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 668 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 668 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

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and it was a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel experience was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, great experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service very spacious and clean. It a very beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a phenomenal stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many things to do on the property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only needed to stay over 1 night, and everything was gorgeous, luxurious. Great front desk staff. Only drawback was the bathroom ceiling fan whistled and whined all night. Would’ve asked for another room but too tired from a long day of flying/driving.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was incredible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel and reasonable price
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous property! Very friendly and accessible staff. The only negative is that the TV in our bedroom didn’t work. The staff responded quickly but the problem was bigger than what they could do at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay in Ocala!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are big and the finest quality fittings. One problem, I have never seen a hotel at this level that did not have a bar or restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price Awesome staff Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect as always
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and grounds! Lots of walking opportunities and the staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicollette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favorite place to stay in Ocala. Everything from the staff to the rooms,food,and amenities is perfection. We really love our times here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very well kept and maintained. The rooms are clean and spacious. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is 5 stars. We love staying at the Riding Academy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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