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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ocala with full-service spa and 24-hour fitness centre

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Front of property
Reception
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$329
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Explore the area

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1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • I-75 Super Flea Market
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Studio

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible King Studio

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Queen Suite with Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 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. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Ocala hotel include Petting Zoo Ocala and Ocala National Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pepe's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotel in Ocala with full-service spa and 24-hour fitness centre
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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The Equestrian Hotel

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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

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

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 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on 22 Sept 2025 start from AU$329.20, 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. 581 out of 646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 646 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy stay

Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property says it is dog friendly, but it is not. We checked in and less than 30 mins later we received a text from the hotel “Good evening, We have received several complaints regarding your dog's persistent barking. We kindly remind you of our policy, which states: "Dogs must not be left unattended at any time in guest rooms." Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.” We had not left our room except to unload our vehicles. We drove 3 hours to get to Ocala, and now my husband had to drive 3 hours to take the dogs back home. Had we known it was going to be such an issue, we never would have bought the dogs in the first place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Room very confortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

McKeisha Shantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was good, clean, new. Decor fit the riding experience. The staff super friendly as you walk around the complex. Great coffee shop and breakfast but no restaurant to dine in. Also elevator was out for 3 days with no explanation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay!

The staff couldn’t be friendlier! It was a wonderful room, very clean, comfortable beds. The in room fridge was great, allowing me to store drinks and yogurt
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great trip

It was great. The property was beautiful and we got to see the horses at the stables. only downside was the elevators weren’t working because the hotel had gotten struck by lightening the day prior to our arrival. Our rooms were on the 2nd floor so had to use the stairs. And there was construction going on right next store.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yalda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying in the property. Love that there’s so much to do here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property customer service was outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and amenities. The staff is amazing and we love WEC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riding Academy always feels so fresh and so beautifully maintained. The lobby furnishing are so beautiful and the staff are professional and always friendly and accommodating. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the showers are just wonderful. The pool is large and has lots of seating options, restrooms and vending as well as walk up ordering from the hotel market. I have stayed many times and will stay many more times to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our suite, beautiful, peaceful, great staff. Beds were comfortable, everything was clean. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Enjoyed every moment we were there!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Boise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and huge rooms. Everything was super clean and all the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is great! Deor was beautiful, rooms spacious and most importantly, all the staff was phenomenal on customer service! The pool is a bit smaller than expected. Only con is that you hear guests next door, in the hallway, getting ice. Perhaps they can sound proof yhe rooms better? Definitely will stay here again and do highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, great staff. Very convenient for horse shows at World Equestrian Center
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel and the adjacent grounds of the World Equestrian Center are absolutely breathtaking and a must see for every horse enthusiast! I can’t wait to come back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can’t stream on TVs. Otherwise, great day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property wonderful people overall an excellent experience. The one thing that was a real damper was that the TVs are not Wi-Fi capable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and property. Loved the pool/splash pad for the kids. Tack room had good food and drinks. Staff was very amazing. Beds were not that comfortable…..they were way too soft for my liking and water pressure in shower not that great. Excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying at the Riding Academy! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price Awesome staff Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025