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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.0 star property
Travelers enjoy the outdoor pool at The Riding Academy Hotel near the World Equestrian Center, with free parking and in-room WiFi for staying connected

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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

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Queen Suite with Balcony | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 24 min drive - 32.0 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
  • ‪Crossroads Country Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 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
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • 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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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Hotel Ocala

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.

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 available for USD 5.

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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Reviews

The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 734 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 734 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 734 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 734 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 734 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great staff, we will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Amenities
The winter wonderland event was great and the shuttle taking us to the event made parking easy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, large rooms and great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. The most clean hotel I have ever stayed at. It was a wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always exceptional service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Most things were great. Room was clean and staff was super nice. U fortunately the TVs in the entire hotel were down the 1 night we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying at the WEC
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. The beds are super comfortable. Would like some healthier breakfast options at the marketplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Life doesn't get much better - superb in all aspects .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new and so clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
so clean and new
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

Kymberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love this place. i have stayed here multiple times ! its magnificent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Beds comfortable with nice large flat screen TV.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

nicholas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
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

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are noisy as it is all tile and you can hear people in adjoining rooms and in the hallway. There is no restaurant; just small food court with very few options. However the restaurants in the other hotel on the property are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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