avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Ocala hotel

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Relax in a contemporary space with comfortable seating areas, flat-screen TVs, and large windows.
Enjoy meals in this inviting dining area with a long table, comfortable seating, and a central display.
Experience comfort in this stylish room with two single beds, a desk, and a large window.
Relax in this inviting living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a cozy coffee table.
Experience the sleek, modern design of Avid An IHG Hotel, featuring a glass facade and inviting outdoor seating areas.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1626 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL, 34471
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Paddock Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility, Roll Shwr)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility, Roll Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocala

In Ocala .Your stay at this Ocala hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Munroe Regional Medical Center and AdventHealth Ocala. Kindred Hospital Ocala and HCA Florida Ocala Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • AdventHealth Ocala - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Paddock Mall - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 7 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Good 4 You - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬8 min walk

About this property

avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this Ocala hotel
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Ocala hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Convenience store
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG offers 95 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations are furnished with desks and desk chairs. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 125 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 125 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG is 43 mi (59-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG on Jul 27, 2025 start from $77.0, 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.

Does avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG.

Does avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG does not have a pool.

Does avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG to downtown Ocala?

Avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG is 1 mi away from Ocala.

avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 677 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for my rotations in the local hospitals. Clean, comfortable bed, kind service from the desk staff. I am a repeat customer at this location, I am grateful it continues to be a nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very comfortable beds, I genuinely enjoy this over the other hotels I’ve stayed at in Ocala
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean, and the staff was very friendly. The only issue we had was the room had tiles throughout. They amplified the steps coming from the room above us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, HOLLYWOOD

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean; however, the tiles in the bathroom floor were coming up and the walls were very thin. I could hear everything in the rooms around me. I appreciated the location and proximity to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anton, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Brand new
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlene Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Everything was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Staff rude
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

darmindra

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. Avid is a great place to stay when you are looking for someplace clean and affordable. We spend almost no time in our room other than sleep and shower, so simple and well maintained is perfect for our needs. 24 hr. coffee, simple grab and go breakfast. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well, the property seems brand new, there was absolutely no noise insulation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatou

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

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will NEVER stay here again

*Roaches crawling around from late evening throughout the night. Tried to switch rooms and was told nothing is available. It was so late and because of a conference in town rooms were scarce or over priced so we couldn't change hotels. *I was also told they would not give reimbursement on room because I booked thru Hotels.com. They wouldn't call Hotels.com or anything to help with the situation. *Two front desk clerks were so very rude and disrespectful. It was so obvious they hated their work. Rooms are bare minimum necessities. *Average cleanliness. Floors needed to be swept. *Light fixture didn't work and the lamp was not secured properly. *The plug outlets in the room didn't work. I found one outlet and we bought an extension cord ($10) so we could charge phones on each side of bed. *Pull down shad - there was a shade pulled down in the room as shown in picture but the bright street lights came thru it. I called to ask about since there are no curtains. Response....all we have is the shade. No offer of any other info or assistance in blocking the light. *Aside from all that, the hotel is on a main strip in Ocala and all the younger adults were running the streets, revving their engines, police sirens constantly. *Floors are very hollow sounding so every step we made or people above us made...we sounded like elephants walking. *The breakfast served was ...you guess it.....Bagels, donuts, toast & coffee!
Roaches came from under this cabinet.
Hard to see the roach in first pic.  Close up.
Broken Lamp
broken plug and look how its sitting.  It wasn't secured at all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quincy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean hotel in DownTown Ocala. I loved staying here as opposed to it competitors.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

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

6/10 Okay

Kassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, WASHBURN

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Leah

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

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

8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5/5 Stars – The Best Intergalactic Stay in Ocala, Hands Down Let me start by saying: Houston, we do NOT have a problem—because Avid Hotel Ocala is the only hotel where you can land your UFO, feel like a billionaire ex-president, and dip your toes in liquid dessert without judgment. Parking: First off, I rolled up in my interdimensional craft—a 1997 Saturn disguised as a Tesla—and what do I see? ROCKET SHIP PARKING. On the roof. Like, actual launchpad-style parking. I parked next to a guy in a chrome-plated Winnebago with satellite dishes. Casual. Check-In: As soon as I entered, I was greeted like I was Donald J. Trump reincarnated—minus the spray tan and nuclear codes. Red carpet vibes. One of the staff actually said, “We were expecting you, sir.” I don’t even think they knew who I was, but that’s the kind of energy I need in life. Amenities: Let’s talk about the real reason you’re here—the chocolate fountain. I don’t know if this was part of the continental breakfast or a Willy Wonka fever dream, but me and my buddy couldn’t resist. We dipped our toes in. No shame. It was warm, velvety, and honestly… my feet have never felt more edible. (P.S. Sorry to the next guy in line—should’ve gotten there earlier.) Room: My suite had mood lighting that made me feel like I was being probed—in a good way. The bed? So soft I sank deeper than my last situationship. The pillows whispered sweet nothings to me. I woke up convinced I had ascended to a higher dimension.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025