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The Equestrian Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury resort near World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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Terrace/patio
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Horseback riding

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Ocala Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, I-75 Super Flea Market
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocala

In Ocala .Stay at this Ocala resort and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 6 miles (10 km) of Golden Ocala Golf Course. Petting Zoo Ocala and Ocala National Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 17 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 18 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 18 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Equestrian Hotel

5-star luxury resort near World Equestrian Center – Ocala
The Equestrian Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 7 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 9 meeting rooms available. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Equestrian Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Ocala resort is smoke free.

  • 248 guestrooms or units
  • 7 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Equestrian Hotel offers 248 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Calluna has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 22 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 22 for adults and USD 6 to 12 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 7 restaurants

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 22 for adults, and USD 6 to 12 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 22.00 per day

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Equestrian
The Equestrian Hotel Ocala
The Equestrian Hotel Resort
The Equestrian Hotel Resort Ocala

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Equestrian Hotel to the airport?

The Equestrian Hotel is 44.8 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 The Equestrian Hotel?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equestrian Hotel on Sep 28, 2025 start from $254.15, 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 The Equestrian Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Equestrian Hotel.

Does The Equestrian Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Equestrian Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 22 for adults, USD 6 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Equestrian Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at The Equestrian Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Equestrian Hotel?

This resort offers free self parking. Valet parking is available for USD 22.00 per day.

Does The Equestrian Hotel have a pool?

The Equestrian Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Equestrian Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 7 onsite restaurants, offering options like southern cuisine, al fresco dining, and a poolside location.

Does The Equestrian Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Calluna, where you can enjoy mani/pedis, body wraps, and prenatal massages.

How close is The Equestrian Hotel to downtown Ocala?

The Equestrian Hotel is 7.6 mi away from Ocala.

The Equestrian Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 545 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel is beautiful and perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

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

Best hotel in Ocala

Beautiful hotel and grounds, Everything from the cleanliness to the décor is first class all the way. Staff is very friendly and the restaurants on site have delicious food. Exceeded expectations for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beautiful horses and hotel property are worth every penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best keep.secret hotel in florida
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and amenities. Hard to get in and out of property using GPS.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unreal. The place and room is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you visit Ocala this hotel is a must. Stayed for my daughter’s graduation at UF. Gainsville about 25 minute drive, but this hotel is so magnificent it was not to be missed again on our trip to North Florida.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chevita at check in was wonderful! We stay about once a month and we always look forward to coming back. We appreciate the attention to detail from both the staff and the hotel in general. It's our favorite getaway close to home!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service. Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente service! Amazing place. This is beautiful!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

An

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

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The Hotel charged me for the room after I purchased it from Expedia and had to fight to get it back. Still not sure I got all of it because they won’t send me the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

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

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addie, Coral Springs

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