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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 5-minute walk to World Equestrian Center – Ocala

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Studio

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

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Accessible King Studio

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

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 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
(43 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 Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

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

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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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 24 min drive - 32.0 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

Hotel with a full-service spa, 5-minute walk to 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 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.

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. 690 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 771 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Beds comfortable with nice large flat screen TV.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corry

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, large rooms and great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying at the WEC
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. The beds are super comfortable. Would like some healthier breakfast options at the marketplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gisela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianis

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Pembroke Pines

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kymberly

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love this place. i have stayed here multiple times ! its magnificent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birgit

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Extremly clean and well maintained. I had absolutely only good experiences with any staff you encounter. Breakfast (at gourmet market) was good and dinner was fantastic (yellow pony restaurant). Beautiful property. We had a great experience and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything that you expect, however, smoking right outside the lobby entrance should be banned, outdoor smoking areas should be at least 25 feet away from entrances. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel — clean, large rooms, and friendly staff. We had a problem with the air conditioner on the first night. Woke up sweating and found the air coming out was warm. This was fixed soon after reporting it the next morning. Also, had some loud and rowdy neighbors that first night. Not sure if the walls are really thin or if they were just extra loud! No issues the second night. Overall, very nice facility and we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anabelle

Liked: Staff & service
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sybil, ST LOUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous property! Very friendly and accessible staff. The only negative is that the TV in our bedroom didn’t work. The staff responded quickly but the problem was bigger than what they could do at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025