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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Reception
Outdoor pool
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Coffee shop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

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1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

King Studio

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

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

Accessible King Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen Suite with Balcony

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 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

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

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About the area

Ocala

At The Riding Academy Hotel you'll be within a 5-minute walk of World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, spa services and laundry facilities. To-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .In proximity to this Ocala hotel you'll find Rainbow Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 24 min drive - 32.3 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

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 centre. 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Riding Academy Hotel offers 390 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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: 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: 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)

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Riding Academy Hotel?

The Riding Academy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riding Academy Hotel?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$327, 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 parking available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Yep, The Riding Academy Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Yep, Calluna Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

The Riding Academy Hotel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

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

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

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

The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 746 out of 833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 833 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PRISCILLA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had never been to WEC and were more than surprised. The hotel was the best and the rooms quiet, comfortable and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shoshana

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga, Bradenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with partner
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

Danielle

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

Marc, Winterpark

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
View of hotel from the front
Fireplace in the courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, south jordan

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

8/10 Good

Sydney

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Jessica

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
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

Christopher, south jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
so clean and new
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamir

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was super nice and the events were awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025