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The Central Motel

Property class: 2
Motel near Fort Cooper State Park in Inverness

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A pool area with a clear blue pool, orange lounge chairs, and a building with a yellow facade and balconies.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.
A room with a wooden dresser, a television on top, a small table with a lamp, and two chairs.
A well-maintained outdoor area with a swimming pool, palm trees, and neatly trimmed bushes.
A gazebo with a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a sidewalk leading to a building with a yellow facade.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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721 US Highway 41 S, Inverness, FL, 34450
  • Place, Tsaka Apopka Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Cooper State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Citrus County Speedway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Classic Single Room, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread and white pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp between the beds.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Inverness

In Inverness .Stay at this Inverness motel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Fort Cooper State Park and 16 miles (25 km) of Withlacoochee State Forest. Hunter Spring Park is within 20 miles (32 km) and Rainbow Springs State Park is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tsaka Apopka Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cooter Pond Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fort Cooper State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Citrus County Speedway - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nine State Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Central Motel

Motel near Fort Cooper State Park in Inverness
The Central Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Central Motel also features discounted use of a nearby fitness facility and pool umbrellas. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Inverness motel.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Central Motel offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Inverness motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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
Tax ID - 593710990
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The tax ID number is 593710990. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Central Inverness
Central Motel
Central Motel Inverness
Motel Central
Central Hotel Inverness
The Central Motel Motel
The Central Motel Inverness
The Central Motel Motel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Central Motel to the airport?

The Central Motel is 36 mi (56-min drive) away from the Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Central Motel?

As of Oct 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Central Motel on Oct 19, 2026 start from CA $122, 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 Central Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Central Motel.

Does The Central Motel offer free breakfast?

The Central Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Central Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Central Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Central Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Central Motel have a pool?

The Central Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Central Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Central Motel to downtown Inverness?

The Central Motel is 1.1 mi away from Inverness.

The Central Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 711 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay, here was amazing They were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay everything around there was close for stores and food very nice staff and outside with nice looking also very nice people around there we had a good time thank you so much Mr Engel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. Very clean! The staff was wonderful as well. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property for the price. The cafe out front is good too
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay in Inverness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Hotel, perfect location, wonderful restaurant with discounts for staying there. The room was perfect, parking right in front of the room, pet friendly Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was exceptionally clean and the staff were ready to accommodate to make the stay a really good one.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time travelers to stay here, but would definitely stay here again. The room was spotless, the bed was comfortable and the cafe on the premise is outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, clean rooms and ideal location right on the trail. I will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, great restaurants in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect hotel for a weekend riding our bicycles on the Withlacoochee Trail! Easy access to the trail, great restaurants nearby, clean room, quiet location. Will be staying again next time we want to explore the trail.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a nice place. Cleaning the room on a day to day basis is questionable. Though it’s a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet place to stay at. Rooms were clean with comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was perfect. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice establishment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful area. Very nice place for a quick stop or an area visit. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This family motel was very easy to find. Everyone was super friendly. The restaurant on the property was delicious very affordable also super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and staff super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, very clean rooms, quieter than I would have thought it would be. Definitely will stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the remodeled rooms. They r lovely!! Staff was very helpful also
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool Was Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, had all that was needed for a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, no road noise, nice staff. Corner Cafe nearby was great too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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