The Equestrian Hotel

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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 with flowers, and a view of a bridge and flags.
A bakery with shelves of baked goods, a glass display case, and a marble floor.
A reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk, white chairs, and a shelf with toiletries.
A person floating in a pool using a pink inflatable ring.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

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8510 NW 17th Lane, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Horse Park
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the area

Ocala

A luxury stay in Ocala awaits you at The Equestrian Hotel. You'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Highlights at this resort include 7 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A relaxing visit to Calluna can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and mani/pedis. The steakhouse, Stirrups, serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Yellow Pony is the resort's own pub. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and gym as well as access to horse riding/hire. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafes and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Ocala resort include Ocala Downtown Square and Rainbow Springs State Park.

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, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 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
  • ‪Gilbert's Hardware & General - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Equestrian Hotel

The Equestrian Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Equestrian Hotel offers 248 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self and valet parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Emma's Patisserie
  • Filo's Mexican
  • Stirrups
  • Viola & Dots Italian
  • Yellow Pony

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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.

Payment types

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 centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre 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 all 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

Is parking available at The Equestrian Hotel?

Yep, The Equestrian Hotel has a free self car park. Additionally, there is valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 30.0 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Equestrian Hotel?

As of 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equestrian Hotel on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$408, including 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.

Is there a spa on site at The Equestrian Hotel?

Yep, Calluna is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does The Equestrian Hotel have a pool?

The Equestrian Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Equestrian Hotel?

The Equestrian Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and late-night room service.

What makes The Equestrian Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Equestrian Hotel.

Does The Equestrian Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Equestrian Hotel?

No, The Equestrian Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Equestrian Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Equestrian Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves southern cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Equestrian Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Equestrian Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Equestrian Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 701 out of 770 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 770 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 770 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 770 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 770 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

Shannon

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

Amie

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

Marcelo

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Hotel lindo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward Allen

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

Fernando

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

Alexis

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

Neil

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Awesome staff & facility
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

charles

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Great hotel very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

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

Michael Nickerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Christopher

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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

Johnson

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

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, very convenient, restaurants were great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome facility
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. The service is outstanding and the facility is one of the finest I have ever see. The staff goes out of its way to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as can be. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a five star experience from dropping off the car to the time we left.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here! So many dining options - we loved stirrups. The room was spacious and comfortable. Will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, spacious, quality furnishings, great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
We found this place by accident but it was great! The facilities are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Alisa

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

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was superb! Wonderful personnel. Fabulous food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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