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The Equestrian Hotel

Property class: 5 and above
5-star luxury resort near World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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A grand hotel entrance with a covered patio, large columns, and a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of a sports arena.
A reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk, white chairs, and a shelf with toiletries.
A bakery with shelves of baked goods, a glass display case, and a marble floor.
A person floating in a pool using a pink inflatable ring.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a bench, and two nightstands with lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture, and a view of a street with flags.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 27 min drive - 33.6 km

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
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's - ‬6 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 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee (January 01 - August 31): USD 43.48 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Spa access

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 22 for adults, and USD 6 to 12 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30.0 per day (in/out privileges)

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 Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equestrian Hotel on Nov 4, 2026 start from CA $393, 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 30.0 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 body wraps, prenatal massages, and mani/pedis.

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. 732 out of 804 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 804 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 804 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 804 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 804 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, very clean and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel super clean and beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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one of the finest hotels we have stayed in in years
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay!!! Helpful staff, delicious food also!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is top notch. Great restaurant options right on property too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and everyone we had interactions with were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel lindo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and grounds. We are at all the restaurants and they were delicious. Our only complaint is the hallways are like walking into a freezer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel room was huge, super clean, and gorgeous. The shower was one of the best ever and the shampoo, conditioner and bath gel all smelled amazing. The bed was so comfortable. The staff were all very friendly and helpful as the property is huge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property, delicious food, and great stay all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No doubt the best I’ve been all over world and this is top pick
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property and service!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent experience with a clean, spacious accommodation and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soft bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding! Whiskey bar had great atmosphere and great food. Most comfortable bed and pillow I have every experienced at a hotel- robes great too. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, very convenient, restaurants were great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff & facility
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unbelievable experience they have the BEST accomodations and professional staff is unmatched. The property was one of the BEST we ever stayed at. Room service was classy and the bars were lively and great choices. Definitely booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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AMAZING luxurious stay!!!!! Exceeded our expectations! Loved all the artwork of the dogs in the lobby! Will definitely be back :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very well appointed and beautiful. I would have liked to know about the the go carts available for rent so I can explore the vast hotel property has to offer, we only get to stop and look some other facilities on the way out. Our stay was very nice and we enjoyed this beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome facility
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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