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The Riding Academy Hotel

Property class: 2.5
Spa hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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A large, white building with a central entrance and a covered walkway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a variety of food items displayed on the counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a white rug, and wooden flooring.
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by white buildings with balconies, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A lobby with a round table, wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

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1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Horse Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a white rug, and wooden flooring.

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a framed picture on the wall.

Accessible King Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Queen Suite with Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a lamp, and a view of a building outside.

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

STUDIO Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

STUDIO KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park - 16 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 17 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 25 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 19 min drive
  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬8 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.

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

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 Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $270, 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. 908 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1013 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, beautiful rooms great price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with access to the equestrian center.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor and staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are , rooms are clean, food was delicious and had no problem with parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at The Riding Academy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here. We only stayed one night for my daughter’s dance competition but it was great. The room was so clean, bed was comfy and shower was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing! The staff was wonderful! The two gentlemen at the front desk ( both were newer to the resort) but they were both so kind and helpful! We will definitely be coming back!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest resorts I’ve been to.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice area, great hotel. Will go back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

The entire experience was unbelievable from food to luxury and Arabian horses competing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room snd beautiful grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for WEC and loved the decor and cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely site!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, facilities and location was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Spacious room and lovely spa like bath. Enjoyed the Polo Club bar area.
The Riding Academy
Our room
Nice!
The Polo Club bar area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious bedroom and bath, like new condition, plentiful parking. quiet & secure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best- always enjoy staying here when I travel to Ocala for work!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yohanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place , really enjoyed. Exquisite horse style. Luxury all around. Good taste Restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. The pool was lovely. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! Quiet but it was a holiday weekend. Which was kinda nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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