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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Spa hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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Stately building with a central entrance and beautifully manicured gardens.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and elegant lounge seating.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a stunning chandelier, comfortable seating, and a beautiful floral arrangement.
Relax in style with a plush sofa, grand fireplace, and elegant dining area.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a comfortable armchair.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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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

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

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • 439 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 439 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 713 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 713 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocala

In Ocala .At this Ocala hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 3 miles (5 km) of Golden Ocala Golf Course. Ocala National Golf Club and Petting Zoo Ocala are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 19 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 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

Spa hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Riding Academy Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. The Riding Academy Hotel also features spa services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Riding Academy Hotel offers 390 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Calluna Spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

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  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, 516 reviews
$299 nightly
The price is $333
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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: 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 to-go breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 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.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Riding Academy Hotel to the airport?

The Riding Academy Hotel is 41.6 mi (61-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 Riding Academy Hotel?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on Aug 3, 2025 start from $189.0, 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 The Riding Academy Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Riding Academy Hotel.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Riding Academy Hotel, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Riding Academy Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at The Riding Academy Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

The Riding Academy Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Calluna Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is The Riding Academy Hotel to downtown Ocala?

The Riding Academy Hotel is 6.9 mi away from Ocala.

The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 537 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 596 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

David, Boise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE, ORLANDO

Traveled with family
Upscale well maintained hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice facility, over than the construction, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

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

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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

Thank you!

The pillows could be a bit better on the bed; however, overall, my partner, and I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. It was absolutely clean. The service was kind and friendly and prioritized our needs. I will definitely be wanting to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Goodyear

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a new hotel on the grounds of the World Equestrian Center. It has lovely equestrian style decor in the lobby and public areas, and the rooms are spacious and immaculate. No actual restaurant or bar, but there is a place called The Tack Room in the lobby where you can get wine, mixed drinks, and snacks...albeit a tad pricey. However, I understand there is a shuttle that can take you to any restaurant on the grounds...and there are plenty. I had invited some friends to meet me in the lobby and we sat in front of the fireplace on comfy leather sofas and chairs and chatted for a couple of hours, undisturbed. The hotel is in the process of building a parking garage and another building across the parking lot. If you are in any way associated with horses, the WEC is a must-see.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great as we live in Gainesville only 25 minutes away. We stayed at this hotel due to the fact that it is dog friendly. Great service and fun to see all the horses.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicollette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house with comfortable accommodations. Definitely planning to come back for more stays.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Orlando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

Beautiful Hotel!!

This is one of the nicest hotels I’ve been to! Beautiful, wonderful staff and super clean! This was my second time here and I can’t wait to come back! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very beautiful location, wonderful pool, lots of dining options. Easy to walk, drive and park in and around hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wyndee

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing for the money. It’s a 5 star hotel for 3 star prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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